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Batman

Released Dec 31, 1989 Rating 80/100 Developer Ocean Software Publishers Ocean Software, Erbe Software
Commodore C64/128/MAX ZX Spectrum Atari ST/STE DOS Amiga Amstrad CPC MSX
Shooter Platform Puzzle Racing Strategy Hack and slash/Beat 'em up

This 1989 Batman title arrived as a multi-genre adaptation across 8-bit and 16-bit platforms, blending shooter, platformer, puzzle, racing, and beat-em-up mechanics into a single release. The game represented an ambitious attempt to capture the breadth of Batman's capabilities across diverse gameplay styles.

Recent coverage has focused on Batman lore rather than the game itself, with discussion centered on Robin's role throughout DC canon. A retrospective examined the five canonical Robins across Batman's history and explored the apparent contradiction between Batman's lone-vigilante reputation and his long-standing partnership with the sidekick character.

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Batman โ€” FAQ

When did Batman release?
Batman released on December 31, 1989 for Commodore C64/128/MAX, ZX Spectrum, Atari ST/STE, DOS, Amiga, Amstrad CPC, MSX.
What platforms is Batman on?
Batman is available on Commodore C64/128/MAX, ZX Spectrum, Atari ST/STE, DOS, Amiga, Amstrad CPC, MSX.
What kind of game is Batman?
Batman is a Shooter, Platform, Puzzle, Racing, Strategy, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up game.

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The History of Batman's ROBIN via Polygon

The History of Batman's ROBIN

Did you know there have been FIVE canonical Robins in the DC Universe since Batman's inception? So then why is Batman considered a loner? Susana breaks it all down in this episode of Issue At Hand!

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