One time, I found that I couldn’t progress. Goals and objectives can be vague at times, leading to some frustration. Of course, the game has a few other issues, as well. It’s a shame there isn’t any other post-game content as an incentive to keep working towards the one hundred percent mark. Hardcore DC fans will want to unlock every mini figure, but most players will find themselves putting it down once the main game is completed. Unfortunately, once the credits roll, there isn’t a whole lot of reason to keep working toward total completion. Whether it’s popular characters like Batgirl, or more obscure choices like Ambush Bug, there are a number of cool characters for players to unlock. Players will find it takes a lot of work to capture every gold brick, beat every level, and unlock the game’s large assortment of mini figures. LEGO Batman 3 offers quite a bit of content. These are wonderful inclusions, and it really shows the amount of fan service that’s been packed into the game. As a fan, you simply couldn’t ask for more. But Batman and Elfman get one-upped a few levels into the game when John Williams’ epic Superman theme appears.
Danny Elfman’s classic score from the 1989 Batman movie returns, which is a very nice treat. As good as the voice acting is, the music might be the real highlight in the sound department. The title boasts a superb voice cast, and that really helps push the game’s comedic storyline forward. One of the most impressive aspects of LEGO Batman 3 is the sound. On the bright side, West’s signature Bat-Suit is available as an unlockable character, at the very least.
Kevin Smith, Adam West, and Conan O’Brian all appear in the console version of Beyond Gotham, but they have no role in the 3DS title. Most notably, LEGO Batman 3‘s much touted celebrity appearances have all been left on the cutting room floor. Unfortunately, there are a few elements missing from the game. Each one is short and sweet, yet still satisfying.
Levels have also been optimized for the portable format. The developer really gets a lot out of the hardware, including some impressive use of 3D. It never feels like you’re missing out by playing the 3DS iteration.
While previous LEGO handheld titles have served as scaled-down side games, LEGO Batman 3 gives players an experience very similar to what’s available on consoles. The game also offers a number of flight missions, which help to keep the game from ever feeling too repetitive. It’s not a dramatic addition, but it does add some variety. Characters now have different costumes that can be found, giving them extra powers like launching missiles, the ability to grow in size, and more. Still, LEGO Batman 3 does offer a few welcome new additions to the gameplay we’ve seen in previous LEGO titles. The formula would be a bit tired if the games weren’t so much fun. Players will explore levels, build items to progress, and battle numerous henchmen. Those familiar with LEGO games will find that the game doesn’t deviate much from tradition. For one, most kids would probably prefer to use Captain America and his shield to douse flames than Alfred Pennyworth and his, er, serving tray. The focus on Batman isn’t surprising given the character’s popularity (and title role), but the game’s primary focus on Batman does invite some comparisons to last year’s Marvel title. Batman takes center stage throughout the majority of the title, and when he isn’t in a level, a member of his supporting cast is typically on hand. That isn’t to say that the caped crusader takes a backseat, however. One of my personal favorites is the Flash, who zips through each stage at an impressive clip.
You’ll quickly find the roster of the Justice League at your disposal, with their powers and abilities faithfully represented. Things kick off with Batman and Robin battling Killer Croc in the sewers of Gotham, but the story quickly expands, encompassing a number of characters and locales from the entire DC Universe. LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham once again puts players into the world of the caped crusader. While the game might seem a bit familiar, it does give the 3DS a console-quality LEGO title that still manages to feel like a perfect fit for the handheld format. This year, the publisher is back with LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham. The game was one of the finest titles to feature Marvel’s cast of characters, and one of the first strong sandbox games available on Nintendo’s latest console. Last year, WB Games released LEGO Marvel Super Heroes on Wii U.