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{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment}} | ||
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{{Infobox game/row/engine|Unreal Engine 3}} | {{Infobox game/row/engine|Unreal Engine 3}} | ||
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{{Availability/row| Epic Games Store | batman-arkham-knight | DRM-free | Includes the Premium Edition as well as the previously PS4 exclusive '''Earth-2 Dark Knight''' skin.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Aemony|date=2019-09-21|comment=Verified by matching the DLC folders on EGS to their Steam equivalence (the folders are named after the Steam AppIDs they were given on Steam). The DLCs were not present on the same day as the game went live on Epic Game Store, but was added a day later as part of a ~15 GB update.}}</ref> DRM-free when launched directly from an executable.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Aemony|date=2019-09-19}}</ref> | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Epic Games Store | batman-arkham-knight | DRM-free | Includes the Premium Edition as well as the previously PS4 exclusive '''Earth-2 Dark Knight''' skin.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Aemony|date=2019-09-21|comment=Verified by matching the DLC folders on EGS to their Steam equivalence (the folders are named after the Steam AppIDs they were given on Steam). The DLCs were not present on the same day as the game went live on Epic Game Store, but was added a day later as part of a ~15 GB update.}}</ref> DRM-free when launched directly from an executable.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Aemony|date=2019-09-19}}</ref> | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 2671-1 | Steam | {{store link|Gamesplanet|2671-2|Premium Edition}} also available. | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 2671-1 | Steam | {{store link|Gamesplanet|2671-2|Premium Edition}} also available. | | Windows }} | ||
− | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | batman_arkham_knight | DRM-free | {{store link|GOG.com|batman_arkham_knight_premium_edition|Premium Edition}} also available, which includes the previously PS4 | + | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | batman_arkham_knight | DRM-free | {{store link|GOG.com|batman_arkham_knight_premium_edition|Premium Edition}} also available, which includes the previously exclusive PS4 '''Earth-2 Dark Knight''' skin.<ref name="ReferenceA">{{Refcheck|user=Hman360|date=2020-12-12}}</ref> | | Windows }} |
{{Availability/row| GMG | batman-arkham-knight | Steam | {{store link|GMG|batman-arkham-knight-premium-edition|Premium Edition}} also available. | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| GMG | batman-arkham-knight | Steam | {{store link|GMG|batman-arkham-knight-premium-edition|Premium Edition}} also available. | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Humble | batman-arkham-knight | Steam | {{store link|Humble|batman-arkham-knight-premium-edition|Premium Edition}} also available. | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Humble | batman-arkham-knight | Steam | {{store link|Humble|batman-arkham-knight-premium-edition|Premium Edition}} also available. | | Windows }} | ||
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{{DLC/row| Rocksteady Themed Batmobile Skin | | Windows }} | {{DLC/row| Rocksteady Themed Batmobile Skin | | Windows }} | ||
{{DLC/row| Season of Infamy: Most Wanted Expansion | | Windows }} | {{DLC/row| Season of Infamy: Most Wanted Expansion | | Windows }} | ||
− | {{DLC/row| Earth-2 Dark Knight Skin | Exclusive to '''Epic Games Store'''<ref>{{Refsnip|url=https://steamcommunity.com/groups/SpecialK_Mods/discussions/0/3570700856110421443/?ctp=214#c1629663905424631233|title=Steam Group - Special K - v 0.10.3 - [Framepacing Percentile Analysis] - Comment by Wastelander121|date=2019-09-23|snippet=The EGS version also contains the Earth 2 skin which was exclusive to PS4. All other exclusives aren't there.}}</ref><ref>{{Refcheck|user=Aemony|date=2019-09-23|comment=The '''368100''' folder of the copy on EGS corresponds to the [https://steamdb.info/depot/368100/subs/ 368100] DLC ID on Steam, which was never released on Steam.}}</ref> and '''GOG.com''' | + | {{DLC/row| Earth-2 Dark Knight Skin | Exclusive to the '''Epic Games Store'''<ref>{{Refsnip|url=https://steamcommunity.com/groups/SpecialK_Mods/discussions/0/3570700856110421443/?ctp=214#c1629663905424631233|title=Steam Group - Special K - v 0.10.3 - [Framepacing Percentile Analysis] - Comment by Wastelander121|date=2019-09-23|snippet=The EGS version also contains the Earth 2 skin which was exclusive to PS4. All other exclusives aren't there.}}</ref><ref>{{Refcheck|user=Aemony|date=2019-09-23|comment=The '''368100''' folder of the copy on EGS corresponds to the [https://steamdb.info/depot/368100/subs/ 368100] DLC ID on Steam, which was never released on Steam.}}</ref> and '''GOG.com'''<ref name="ReferenceA">{{Refcheck|user=Hman360|date=2020-12-12}}</ref>. Can be [[#Content restoration|modded into the Steam version]]. | Windows }} |
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− | {{--}} | + | {{--}} Scarecrow Nightmare Challenges are PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch exclusives. |
+ | {{ii}} PlayStation 4 exclusive skins can be [[#Content restoration|modded in]]. | ||
===Version differences=== | ===Version differences=== | ||
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− | === | + | ===Arkham Quixote=== |
− | + | {{++}} Arkham Quixote DLL Fix is a modified ReShade DLL file that drastically reduces game stuttering and improves performance by recycling texture allocations. | |
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{{--}} All Nvidia GameWorks effects and all overlays (other than the Steam overlay) must be disabled to avoid crashes. | {{--}} All Nvidia GameWorks effects and all overlays (other than the Steam overlay) must be disabled to avoid crashes. | ||
{{--}} In parts of the game, it can cause issues with exposure. | {{--}} In parts of the game, it can cause issues with exposure. | ||
{{--}} The game will use more VRAM with this fix applied. High-end machines will most likely get good performance without this fix applied. | {{--}} The game will use more VRAM with this fix applied. High-end machines will most likely get good performance without this fix applied. | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Apply Arkham Quixote DLL Fix|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://sherief.fyi/post/arkham-quixote/|title=Arkham Quixote|date=2022-08-24}}</ref>|fix= | ||
# Download Arkham Quixote DLL Fix for [https://sherief.fyi/arkham-knight/dxgi.dll Nvidia] or [https://sherief.fyi/robin/dxgi.dll AMD] | # Download Arkham Quixote DLL Fix for [https://sherief.fyi/arkham-knight/dxgi.dll Nvidia] or [https://sherief.fyi/robin/dxgi.dll AMD] | ||
# Put the downloaded {{file|dxgi.dll}} in {{folder|{{P|game}}\Binaries\Win64}}. | # Put the downloaded {{file|dxgi.dll}} in {{folder|{{P|game}}\Binaries\Win64}}. | ||
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{{ii}} Troubleshooting information can be found [https://www.reddit.com/r/pcgaming/comments/ffhimn/a_fix_for_arkham_knights_stuttering_framerate/ here]. | {{ii}} Troubleshooting information can be found [https://www.reddit.com/r/pcgaming/comments/ffhimn/a_fix_for_arkham_knights_stuttering_framerate/ here]. | ||
{{ii}} More detailed, in-depth information about the mod can be found [https://sherief.fyi/post/arkham-quixote/ here]. | {{ii}} More detailed, in-depth information about the mod can be found [https://sherief.fyi/post/arkham-quixote/ here]. | ||
− | {{ii}} On Linux/Steam Deck, add the | + | {{ii}} On Linux/Steam Deck, add the <code>WINEDLLOVERRIDES="dxgi=n,b" %command%</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]] in game properties. |
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|antialiasing notes = Temporal [[SMAA]].<ref>https://steamcommunity.com/app/208650/discussions/0/517141882715377398/?ctp=1#c517142892072340300</ref> | |antialiasing notes = Temporal [[SMAA]].<ref>https://steamcommunity.com/app/208650/discussions/0/517141882715377398/?ctp=1#c517142892072340300</ref> | ||
|vsync = true | |vsync = true | ||
− | |vsync notes = | + | |vsync notes = Adaptive (Adaptive V-Sync), On (Double buffered), or Off. |
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
|60 fps notes = | |60 fps notes = | ||
|120 fps = hackable | |120 fps = hackable | ||
− | |120 fps notes = Choice of FPS cap: 30, 60 or 90. See [[#High frame rate|High frame rate]]. | + | |120 fps notes = Choice of FPS cap: 30, 60, or 90. See [[#High frame rate|High frame rate]]. |
− | |hdr = | + | |hdr = hackable |
− | |hdr notes = | + | |hdr notes = Use [https://www.nexusmods.com/batmanarkhamknight/mods/1509 RenoDX] |
|color blind = unknown | |color blind = unknown | ||
|color blind notes = | |color blind notes = | ||
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{{Input | {{Input | ||
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
− | |key remap notes = By default, | + | |key remap notes = By default, {{key|Alt}} can only be used as a modifier (e.g., {{key|Alt|X}}) and cannot receive mappings. |
|acceleration option = true | |acceleration option = true | ||
|acceleration option notes = | |acceleration option notes = | ||
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|touchscreen notes = | |touchscreen notes = | ||
|controller support = true | |controller support = true | ||
− | |controller support notes = | + | |controller support notes = |
|full controller = true | |full controller = true | ||
|full controller notes = | |full controller notes = | ||
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|xbox prompts = true | |xbox prompts = true | ||
|xbox prompts notes = | |xbox prompts notes = | ||
− | |impulse triggers = | + | |impulse triggers = false |
|impulse triggers notes = | |impulse triggers notes = | ||
− | | | + | |playstation controllers = true |
− | | | + | |playstation controller models = DualShock 4 (launch model only) |
− | | | + | |playstation controllers notes = DualShock 4 v2 and DualSense controllers require [[#Game_won.27t_work_with_DS4_v2.2FDualSense_Controllers|third-party modifications]]. |
− | | | + | |playstation prompts = true |
+ | |playstation prompts notes = | ||
|light bar support = true | |light bar support = true | ||
|light bar support notes = Static red color. | |light bar support notes = Static red color. | ||
− | | | + | |dualsense adaptive trigger support = false |
− | | | + | |dualsense adaptive trigger support notes = |
+ | |dualsense haptics support = false | ||
+ | |dualsense haptics support notes = | ||
+ | |playstation connection modes = Wired | ||
+ | |playstation connection modes notes = Wireless does not register any input unless XInput is emulated. | ||
|tracked motion controllers= unknown | |tracked motion controllers= unknown | ||
|tracked motion controllers notes = | |tracked motion controllers notes = | ||
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|tracked motion prompts notes = | |tracked motion prompts notes = | ||
|other controllers = true | |other controllers = true | ||
− | |other controllers notes = | + | |other controllers notes = DirectInput. |
|other button prompts = unknown | |other button prompts = unknown | ||
− | |other button prompts notes= | + | |other button prompts notes= Logitech Rumblepad 2 shows DualShock buttons.{{cn|date=March 26, 2016}} |
|controller hotplug = true | |controller hotplug = true | ||
|controller hotplug notes = | |controller hotplug notes = | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Use Special K mod|ref={{cn|date=2021-03-04|reason=While the game does have documented issues with controller type detection, this fix was posted by an anonymous user, meaning a self-ref is impossible from the original contributor.}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use Special K mod|ref={{cn|date=2021-03-04|reason=While the game does have documented issues with controller type detection, this fix was posted by an anonymous user, meaning a self-ref is impossible from the original contributor.}}|fix= | ||
− | # Download [[Special K | + | # Download [[Special K]], and put {{file|SpecialK64.dll}} inside {{folder|{{p|game}}\Binaries\Win64\}}. |
# Rename {{file|SpecialK64.dll}} to {{file|dxgi.dll}} | # Rename {{file|SpecialK64.dll}} to {{file|dxgi.dll}} | ||
# If MSI Afterburner's overlay is being used, close it for a first execution of the mod. | # If MSI Afterburner's overlay is being used, close it for a first execution of the mod. | ||
− | # Run the game, and | + | # Run the game, and Special K overlay should show in-game. |
− | # Press | + | # Press {{key|Ctrl|Shift|Backspace}} to show Special K options. |
# Go to <code>INPUT MANAGEMENT >> GAMEPAD</code> and select <code>PS4 HID INPUT</code>. Then close SpecialK and the game itself. | # Go to <code>INPUT MANAGEMENT >> GAMEPAD</code> and select <code>PS4 HID INPUT</code>. Then close SpecialK and the game itself. | ||
− | # Go back to | + | # Go back to {{folder|{{p|game}}\Binaries\Win64\}}. There should be now a {{file|dxgi.ini}} file. |
− | # Edit | + | # Edit {{file|dxgi.ini}}. Under the section <code>[SpecialK.System]</code>, change <code>IgnoreRTSSHookDelay=false</code> to {{code|1=IgnoreRTSSHookDelay=true}}. |
− | # Close | + | # Close {{file|dxgi.ini}} and now using Special K with MSI Afterburner's overlay should be possible. |
− | # Play the game | + | # Play the game; it should properly recognize the controller now. |
}} | }} | ||
===Game won't work with DS4 v2/DualSense Controllers=== | ===Game won't work with DS4 v2/DualSense Controllers=== | ||
{{ii}} The game has native support for DS4 controllers on PC, with it loading the PlayStation button prompts in-game, but only on connecting the DualShock 4 version 1 model. On connecting a version 2 or DualSense controller, the button prompts will not work. | {{ii}} The game has native support for DS4 controllers on PC, with it loading the PlayStation button prompts in-game, but only on connecting the DualShock 4 version 1 model. On connecting a version 2 or DualSense controller, the button prompts will not work. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use DS4Windows or Steam controller configuration to emulate an Xbox controller [https://steamcommunity.com/app/208650/discussions/0/2425614539584144987/#c3103515084615637809].|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use the DS4Windows or Steam controller configuration to emulate an Xbox controller [https://steamcommunity.com/app/208650/discussions/0/2425614539584144987/#c3103515084615637809].|fix= |
{{ii}} To force PlayStation button prompts, follow [https://www.nexusmods.com/batmanarkhamknight/mods/34 this guide]. | {{ii}} To force PlayStation button prompts, follow [https://www.nexusmods.com/batmanarkhamknight/mods/34 this guide]. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{L10n|content= | {{L10n|content= | ||
− | {{Image|Language_menu_Batman.png|Language menu from "LanguageSelector.exe" | + | {{Image|Language_menu_Batman.png|Language menu from "LanguageSelector.exe", located in the same folder as the game executable (GOG.com and Epic Games version only).}} |
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = English | |language = English | ||
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|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = The language must be Spanish. |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = The language must be Español (México). |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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===Running game with Intel integrated graphics=== | ===Running game with Intel integrated graphics=== | ||
− | {{ii}} The game has an internal check that conditionally ignores Intel integrated graphics | + | {{ii}} The game has an internal check that conditionally ignores Intel integrated graphics and then looks for any other supported graphics device. The game may either refuse to progress past the initial splash screen or use Microsoft's reference 3D adapter instead. |
{{Fixbox|description=Use modified {{file|dxgi.dll}}|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Fudgesiclesxd|date=2023-02-01|comment=Original fix (in Korean) [https://cafe.naver.com/minigamemania/115 here.] Fixes also tested on my system with Intel HD 4600 integrated GPU, with minor graphical issues.}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use modified {{file|dxgi.dll}}|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Fudgesiclesxd|date=2023-02-01|comment=Original fix (in Korean) [https://cafe.naver.com/minigamemania/115 here.] Fixes also tested on my system with Intel HD 4600 integrated GPU, with minor graphical issues.}}</ref>|fix= | ||
− | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} It increases start-up time as the fix forcibly injects an Intel graphics device to be used as the first device by the game. |
{{--}} Not compatible with [[#Reduce stuttering and improve performance|Quixote Fix]] due to it sharing same DLL file name. | {{--}} Not compatible with [[#Reduce stuttering and improve performance|Quixote Fix]] due to it sharing same DLL file name. | ||
# Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2546-batman-arkham-knight-intel-gpu-detection-fix/ Batman: Arkham Knight Intel GPU detection fix]. | # Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2546-batman-arkham-knight-intel-gpu-detection-fix/ Batman: Arkham Knight Intel GPU detection fix]. | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | === | + | ===Stuttering and low FPS=== |
− | {{ | + | {{Fixbox|description=Install [[#Arkham Quixote|Arkham Quixote]].}} |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Edit BmInput.ini|ref=<ref name="dlc characters 1st fix">{{refurl |url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2067765261 |title=Steam Community :: Guide :: Batgirl Disarm and Destroy + Multi Ground Takedown combo on Keyboard. |date=2020-11-17}}</ref><ref name="dlc characters 2nd fix">{{refurl |url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2273881118 |title=Steam Community :: Guide :: DLC Characters Critical Strikes + Batgirl Special Takedowns fix on Keyboard |date=2020-11-17}}</ref>|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Move the game to an SSD.}} |
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+ | {{Fixbox|description=Disable Nvidia GameWorks effects|fix= | ||
+ | {{ii}} '''Interactive Smoke/Fog''' is the most demanding effect. The others can be left on, if the graphics card is strong enough.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/208650/discussions/0/3082142648903020403/?l=latam | title=Nvidia Gameworks in 2021 -- Steam Community |date=2024-05-02}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/forums/off-topic/25/230765/dedicated-physx-gpu-batman-arkham-knight-enhan/|title=Dedicated PhysX GPU - Batman Arkham Knight - Enhanced Fog/Smoke Causing Consistent FPS Drop -- Nvidia Community Talk |date=2024-05-02}}</ref> | ||
+ | {{ii}} Alternatively, it is possible to use a secondary Nvidia GPU as PhysX processor.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/forums/off-topic/25/230765/dedicated-physx-gpu-batman-arkham-knight-enhan/| title=Batman Arkham Knight - Enhanced Fog/Smoke Causing Consistent FPS Drop -- Nvidia Community Talk|date=2024-04-05}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.xda-developers.com/use-two-graphics-cards-pc/|title=Can you use two graphics cards in a PC in 2023? -- xda-developers|date=2024-05-02}}</ref> | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | {{Fixbox|description=Disable Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling (HAGS)|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/208650/discussions/0/405691491106183904/?ctp=6|title=Master Fixes for Batman Arkham Knight - Updated April 2022|date=2022-08-24}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | {{ii}} Some users reported issues with HAGS, a technology introduced in Windows 10 (2004 or newer). HAGS is enabled by default on Windows 11. Not all configurations suffer from this issue.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Mrtnptrs|date=2022-12-24|comment=Around 60-90 FPS on max settings (without Nvidia Gameworks) on a GTX 1070 and no major stuttering. Also with all Gameworks features enabled no major performance issues, then around 30-50 FPS.}}</ref> | ||
+ | {{--}} Disabling this option can negatively affect the performance of other games. It is advised to re-enable it again after exiting the game. | ||
+ | # Go to '''Windows Settings''' > '''System''' > '''Display''' > '''Graphics Settings'''. | ||
+ | # Disable the Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling (HAGS) option. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Fix for missing Batgirl moves and DLC characters critical strikes=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} While able to do the "disarm and destroy" special takedown for Batgirl while using a gamepad, this move is unusable with a keyboard as it has no button associated with it. This fix restores it for keyboard users as well as missing critical strikes and freeflow focus mk II of all three DLC characters (Harley Quinn, Batgirl, and Red Hood). All of these features were added in Update 1.11 released in the final days of November 2015, and that update was never ported properly or patched after for keyboard players on PC. | ||
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+ | {{Fixbox|description=Edit BmInput.ini|collapsed=yes|ref=<ref name="dlc characters 1st fix">{{refurl |url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2067765261 |title=Steam Community :: Guide :: Batgirl Disarm and Destroy + Multi Ground Takedown combo on Keyboard. |date=2020-11-17}}</ref><ref name="dlc characters 2nd fix">{{refurl |url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2273881118 |title=Steam Community :: Guide :: DLC Characters Critical Strikes + Batgirl Special Takedowns fix on Keyboard |date=2020-11-17}}</ref>|fix= | ||
: <u>Step One. Setup</u> | : <u>Step One. Setup</u> | ||
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
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{{ii}} This method is incompatible with the one listed above. Make sure {{file|BmInput.ini}} has no bindings in the <code>[BmGame.RPlayerInput]</code> section. This method offers to create separate source file content, which will be imported into the main {{file|BmInput.ini}} file every time the game is launched. | {{ii}} This method is incompatible with the one listed above. Make sure {{file|BmInput.ini}} has no bindings in the <code>[BmGame.RPlayerInput]</code> section. This method offers to create separate source file content, which will be imported into the main {{file|BmInput.ini}} file every time the game is launched. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Create additional BmInput.ini|ref=<ref name="dlc characters 1st fix" /><ref name="dlc characters 2nd fix" />|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Create additional BmInput.ini|collapsed=yes|ref=<ref name="dlc characters 1st fix" /><ref name="dlc characters 2nd fix" />|fix= |
# Go to the <code>{{p|game}}\DLC\356474\Content\BmGame\</code> (for example; it's possible to choose some other DLC folder). | # Go to the <code>{{p|game}}\DLC\356474\Content\BmGame\</code> (for example; it's possible to choose some other DLC folder). | ||
# Create an empty folder with any name (e.g., "Batgirl moves"). | # Create an empty folder with any name (e.g., "Batgirl moves"). | ||
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{{ii}} This method is compatible with both methods listed above. | {{ii}} This method is compatible with both methods listed above. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Create additional BmGame.ini|ref=<ref name="dlc characters 1st fix" /><ref name="dlc characters 2nd fix" />|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Create additional BmGame.ini|collapsed=yes|ref=<ref name="dlc characters 1st fix" /><ref name="dlc characters 2nd fix" />|fix= |
# Go to the <code>{{p|game}}\DLC\356474\Content\BmGame\</code> (for example; it's possible to choose some other DLC folder). | # Go to the <code>{{p|game}}\DLC\356474\Content\BmGame\</code> (for example; it's possible to choose some other DLC folder). | ||
# Create empty folder with any name (e.g. "Batgirl moves"). | # Create empty folder with any name (e.g. "Batgirl moves"). | ||
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|multiplayer notes= | |multiplayer notes= | ||
}} | }} | ||
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+ | ==Mods== | ||
+ | ===Content restoration=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Several PlayStation 4-exclusive DLC skins can be modded into the PC version. | ||
+ | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/batmanarkhamknight/mods/839 '''Classic TV Series Batman Skin'''] (requires '''Batman Classic TV Series Batmobile Pack''' DLC) | ||
+ | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/batmanarkhamknight/mods/1073 '''Batmobile 1966 Skin'''] | ||
+ | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/batmanarkhamknight/mods/656 '''Justice League 3000 Batman Skin'''] | ||
+ | {{ii}} The Steam version is missing the '''Earth 2 Dark Knight Skin''' compared to the Epic Games Store and GOG.com versions. | ||
+ | * [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2843-batman-arkham-knight-earth-2-dark-knight-skin-for-steam-fixed/ '''Earth 2 Dark Knight Skin''' for Steam (fixed)] | ||
+ | {{ii}} The Epic Games version is missing the WBPlay exclusive skins which can no longer be obtained. | ||
+ | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/batmanarkhamknight/mods/44 '''All WBPlay Skins'''] | ||
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== | ||
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|minCPU2 = AMD Phenom II X4 965 3.4 GHz | |minCPU2 = AMD Phenom II X4 965 3.4 GHz | ||
|minRAM = 6 GB | |minRAM = 6 GB | ||
− | |minHD = 45 GB {{note|The GOG version of "Batman™: Arkham Knight Premium Edition" takes up 67.1 GB}} | + | |minHD = 45 GB {{note|The GOG version of "Batman™: Arkham Knight Premium Edition" takes up 67.1 GB.}} |
|minGPU = Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 | |minGPU = Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 | ||
|minGPU2 = AMD Radeon HD 7870 | |minGPU2 = AMD Radeon HD 7870 | ||
|minVRAM = 2 GB | |minVRAM = 2 GB | ||
|minDX = 11 | |minDX = 11 | ||
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{{ii}} Minimum GPU requirements for Ultra settings require Nvidia GeForce GTX 980 with at least 4 GB of VRAM.<ref name="requpdate">[http://community.wbgames.com/t5/Official-Announcements/Update-on-PC-Minimum-Specs/m-p/569523/ Update on PC Minimum Specs]</ref> | {{ii}} Minimum GPU requirements for Ultra settings require Nvidia GeForce GTX 980 with at least 4 GB of VRAM.<ref name="requpdate">[http://community.wbgames.com/t5/Official-Announcements/Update-on-PC-Minimum-Specs/m-p/569523/ Update on PC Minimum Specs]</ref> | ||
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Revision as of 19:00, 17 May 2024
Developers | |
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Rocksteady Studios | |
A Matter of Family | Warner Bros. Games Montreal |
Windows | Iron Galaxy Studios[1] |
Publishers | |
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment | |
Engines | |
Unreal Engine 3 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | June 23, 2015[2] |
macOS (OS X) | Cancelled[3] |
Linux | Cancelled[3] |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 70 |
OpenCritic | 86 |
IGDB | 92 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, DLC |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, Driving, Brawler, Metroidvania, Open world, Stealth |
Vehicles | Automobile |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Contemporary, North America |
Series | Batman: Arkham |
Batman: Arkham | |
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Subseries of Batman | |
Batman: Arkham Asylum | 2009 |
Batman: Arkham City | 2011 |
Batman: Arkham Origins | 2013 |
Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate Deluxe Edition | 2014 |
Batman: Arkham Knight | 2015 |
Batman: Arkham VR | 2017 |
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League | 2024 |
Batman: Arkham Knight is a singleplayer third-person action, driving, brawler, metroidvania, open world and stealth game in the Batman: Arkham series.
The PC version adds PC-exclusive Nvidia GameWorks Interactive smoke/fog, Interactive paper debris, Enhanced rain and Enhanced light shafts. These options were found to be very taxing on performance.[4] The PC version was removed from stores on June 24, 2015, due to being released in a poor state, with reviewers citing poor performance (mostly because of ineffective streaming of textures and geometry), severe hitching when the game is installed on an HDD, limited in-game graphics options, low resolution texture bugs, missing ambient occlusion, dialed back depth of field, missing transparency layer for raindrops and other rain-related issues.[5][6][7] It was then updated to attempt to address most of these issues and subsequently re-released on October 28, 2015.[8][9][10] It continued to receive post-launch patches through early 2016 which brought various performance and stability improvements as well as bug fixes.[11][12][13][14]
Following the re-release and subsequent updates, it was announced that the originally planned Mac and Linux versions were cancelled.[3]
Most critical issues seem to have been fixed through post-launch updates. After post-launch support ended, it was noted that an unusually high-end CPU and GPU were still needed to achieve stable performance at higher resolutions. Additional issues that were noted were the game's double-buffered Vsync and traversal in the Batmobile, which caused stuttering.[4][15]
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | 5 DVD discs. | |||
Epic Games Store | Includes the Premium Edition as well as the previously PS4 exclusive Earth-2 Dark Knight skin.[16] DRM-free when launched directly from an executable.[17] | |||
Premium Edition also available. | ||||
GOG.com | Premium Edition also available, which includes the previously exclusive PS4 Earth-2 Dark Knight skin.[18] | |||
Green Man Gaming | Premium Edition also available. | |||
Humble Store | Premium Edition also available. | |||
Steam | Premium Edition also available. The base game is DRM-free when launched directly from the game executable. For any DLC to be recognized, the game must be launched through the Steam client. | |||
GamersGate (unavailable) | Premium Edition was also available. |
- Denuvo Anti-Tamper DRM was removed from the Steam version on December 3, 2020.[19][20]
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
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Season Pass | ||
A Matter of Family | ||
Harley Quinn Story Pack | Included with retail copies. | |
Red Hood Story Pack | ||
Prototype Batmobile Skin | ||
Batman Classic TV Series Batmobile Pack | ||
1st Appearance Batman Skin | ||
Batman: Noel Skin | ||
Bat-Family Skin Pack | ||
1989 Movie Batmobile Pack | ||
Crime Fighter Challenge Pack #1 | ||
Crime Fighter Challenge Pack #2 | ||
Crime Fighter Challenge Pack #3 | ||
Crime Fighter Challenge Pack #4 | ||
Crime Fighter Challenge Pack #5 | ||
GCPD Lockdown | ||
2008 Tumbler Batmobile Pack | ||
Catwoman's Revenge | ||
Robin and Batmobile Skins Pack | ||
WayneTech Track Pack | ||
A Flip of a Coin | ||
1970s Batman Themed Batmobile Skin | ||
2008 Movie Batman Skin | ||
Riddler Themed Batmobile Skin | ||
Original Arkham Batmobile | ||
Rocksteady Themed Batmobile Skin | ||
Season of Infamy: Most Wanted Expansion | ||
Earth-2 Dark Knight Skin | Exclusive to the Epic Games Store[21][22] and GOG.com[18]. Can be modded into the Steam version. |
- Scarecrow Nightmare Challenges are PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch exclusives.
- PlayStation 4 exclusive skins can be modded in.
Version differences
- Premium Edition includes all previously released DLCs.[23]
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Use the -nologo command line argument[24]
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Delete or rename video files[25] |
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Arkham Quixote
- Arkham Quixote DLL Fix is a modified ReShade DLL file that drastically reduces game stuttering and improves performance by recycling texture allocations.
- All Nvidia GameWorks effects and all overlays (other than the Steam overlay) must be disabled to avoid crashes.
- In parts of the game, it can cause issues with exposure.
- The game will use more VRAM with this fix applied. High-end machines will most likely get good performance without this fix applied.
Apply Arkham Quixote DLL Fix[26] |
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Notes
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\BMGame\Config\[Note 1] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/208650/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\BMGame\SaveData\[Note 1] |
Steam | <Steam-folder>\userdata\<user-id>\208650\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/208650/pfx/[Note 2] |
- Running the Steam version without the Steam client running will save to
<path-to-game>\BMGame\SaveData\
.
Convert Steam save data to GOG.com
Manual conversion with hex editor[18] |
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Notes
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Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Epic Games Launcher | ||
GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | Works with some issues (see the WSGF entry). | ||
Ultra-widescreen | Works with some issues (see the WSGF entry). See also cutscene fixes. | ||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | See Field of view (FOV). | ||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | |||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | Temporal SMAA.[27] | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Adaptive (Adaptive V-Sync), On (Double buffered), or Off. | ||
60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS | Choice of FPS cap: 30, 60, or 90. See High frame rate. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | Use RenoDX |
Field of view (FOV)
Add hotkeys[citation needed] |
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Bindings=(Name="NumPadOne",Command="FOV 86") Bindings=(Name="NumPadTwo",Command="FOV 90") Bindings=(Name="NumPadThree",Command="FOV 95") Bindings=(Name="NumPadFour",Command="FOV 100") Bindings=(Name="NumPadFive",Command="FOV 105") Bindings=(Name="NumPadSix",Command="FOV 110") Bindings=(Name="NumPadSeven",Command="FOV 115") Bindings=(Name="NumPadEight",Command="FOV 120") Bindings=(Name="NumPadNine",Command="FOV 125") Notes
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Convert game to Hor+ |
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Notes
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High frame rate
Change value in config file[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Hide HUD
Add hotkeys[citation needed] |
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Bindings=(Name="NumPadZero",Command="ToggleHUD") |
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | By default, Alt can only be used as a modifier (e.g., Alt+X) and cannot receive mappings. | |
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | |
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers | ||
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Xbox button prompts | ||
Impulse Trigger vibration |
PlayStation controllers | DualShock 4 (launch model only) DualShock 4 v2 and DualSense controllers require third-party modifications. |
|
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PlayStation button prompts | ||
Light bar support | Static red color. | |
Adaptive trigger support | ||
DualSense haptic feedback support | ||
Connection modes | Wired Wireless does not register any input unless XInput is emulated. |
Generic/other controllers | DirectInput. | |
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Button prompts | Logitech Rumblepad 2 shows DualShock buttons.[citation needed] |
Additional information | ||
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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | Both XInput and DualShock 4. | |
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Xbox Series X/S controller detected as DualShock 4 controller
- If an Xbox Series X/S controller is connected via Bluetooth, the game will recognize it as a paired DualShock 4 controller and change the button layout and logos. This only affects the game if the controller is connected via Bluetooth; using it paired with a dedicated receiver will show it as an Xbox One controller.
Use Special K mod[citation needed] |
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Game won't work with DS4 v2/DualSense Controllers
- The game has native support for DS4 controllers on PC, with it loading the PlayStation button prompts in-game, but only on connecting the DualShock 4 version 1 model. On connecting a version 2 or DualSense controller, the button prompts will not work.
Use the DS4Windows or Steam controller configuration to emulate an Xbox controller [1]. |
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | ||
Surround sound | 7.1 | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Arabic | Fan translation by AR Team, download. | |||
Czech | Fan translation. | |||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Hungarian | Fan translation | |||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | ||||
Korean | ||||
Polish | ||||
Brazilian Portuguese | ||||
Russian | ||||
Spanish | The language must be Spanish. | |||
Latin American Spanish | The language must be Español (México). |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | See Helix Mod: Batman Arkham Knight (DX11). | ||
vorpX | G3D, Z3D Officially supported game, see official vorpx game list. |
Issues fixed
Running game with Intel integrated graphics
- The game has an internal check that conditionally ignores Intel integrated graphics and then looks for any other supported graphics device. The game may either refuse to progress past the initial splash screen or use Microsoft's reference 3D adapter instead.
Use modified dxgi.dll [28]
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Stuttering and low FPS
Install Arkham Quixote. |
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Move the game to an SSD. |
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Disable Nvidia GameWorks effects |
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Disable Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling (HAGS)[33] |
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Fix for missing Batgirl moves and DLC characters critical strikes
- While able to do the "disarm and destroy" special takedown for Batgirl while using a gamepad, this move is unusable with a keyboard as it has no button associated with it. This fix restores it for keyboard users as well as missing critical strikes and freeflow focus mk II of all three DLC characters (Harley Quinn, Batgirl, and Red Hood). All of these features were added in Update 1.11 released in the final days of November 2015, and that update was never ported properly or patched after for keyboard players on PC.
Edit BmInput.ini[35][36] |
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A simpler method of implementing the fix for missing Batgirl moves and DLC character critical strikes listed above
- This method is incompatible with the one listed above. Make sure
BmInput.ini
has no bindings in the[BmGame.RPlayerInput]
section. This method offers to create separate source file content, which will be imported into the mainBmInput.ini
file every time the game is launched.
Create additional BmInput.ini[35][36] |
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Alternative method of re-adding a missing Batgirl special move
- This method is compatible with both methods listed above.
Create additional BmGame.ini[35][36] |
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Unsupported DirectX Version
- The error message
This version of DirectX is not supported by the title, please confirm your system requirements
can appear upon launching the game. This can be due to out-of-date video drivers or changes introduced by Windows updates.[citation needed]
Update video drivers. |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 11 | |
Shader Model support | 5 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | PhysX, APEX | PhysX v3.3.1, APEX v1.3.1.3 |
Audio | Wwise, REV | REV is used for the realistic sound of vehicles. |
Interface | Scaleform | |
Input | libScePad | v1.0.2.0 for Playstation controller support |
Mods
Content restoration
- Several PlayStation 4-exclusive DLC skins can be modded into the PC version.
- Classic TV Series Batman Skin (requires Batman Classic TV Series Batmobile Pack DLC)
- Batmobile 1966 Skin
- Justice League 3000 Batman Skin
- The Steam version is missing the Earth 2 Dark Knight Skin compared to the Epic Games Store and GOG.com versions.
- The Epic Games version is missing the WBPlay exclusive skins which can no longer be obtained.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 7 SP1 | 8.1 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i5-750 2.67 GHz AMD Phenom II X4 965 3.4 GHz |
Intel Core i7-3770 3.4 GHz AMD FX-8350 4.0 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 6 GB | 8 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 45 GB [Note 3] | 55 GB |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 AMD Radeon HD 7870 2 GB of VRAM DirectX 11 compatible | Nvidia GeForce GTX 760 AMD Radeon HD 7950 3 GB of VRAM |
Other | A broadband Internet connection is required for some online features. |
- A 64-bit operating system is required.
- Minimum GPU requirements for Ultra settings require Nvidia GeForce GTX 980 with at least 4 GB of VRAM.[37]
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 When running this game without elevated privileges (Run as administrator option), write operations against a location below
%PROGRAMFILES%
,%PROGRAMDATA%
, or%WINDIR%
might be redirected to%LOCALAPPDATA%\VirtualStore
on Windows Vista and later (more details). - ↑ 2.0 2.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Games with Steam Cloud support may also store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/208650/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (208650) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
- ↑ The GOG version of "Batman™: Arkham Knight Premium Edition" takes up 67.1 GB.
References
- ↑ Rocksteady and "external PC development partner" investigating Batman: Arkham Knight performance issues • Eurogamer.net
- ↑ Official Batman: Arkham Knight Launch Trailer - YouTube - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Steam - Batman: Arkham Knight no longer coming to Mac and Linux - last accessed on 2019-09-20
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4K Batman Arkham Knight PC Revisited: Can We Hit 4K60 On One Of PC's Worst Ports? - last accessed on 2022-08-14
- ↑ September 3rd Update and Patch Notes - last accessed on 2022-08-14
- ↑ Eurogamer - It gets worse - Batman: Arkham Knight on PC lacks console visual features - last accessed on 2019-09-20
- ↑ Eurogamer - Warner suspends Batman: Arkham Knight PC sales - last accessed on 2019-09-20
- ↑ PC Release Date Announced - Steam Community :: Group Announcements :: Batman™: Arkham Knight - last accessed on 9 June 2023
- ↑ Eurogamer.net - Warner Bros. offers full refund for still-broken Batman: Arkham Knight PC - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Eurogamer.net - Performance Analysis: Batman on PC is still a disappointment - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Steam - PC Update - November 24th - last accessed on 2019-09-20
- ↑ Steam - PC Update - December 17th - last accessed on 2019-09-20
- ↑ Steam - PC Update - January 19th - last accessed on 2019-09-20
- ↑ Steam - PC Update - March 8th - last accessed on 2019-09-20
- ↑ DF Direct: Batman Arkham Knight PC Epic Store vs Steam - Does It Finally Run Well? - last accessed on 2022-08-14
- ↑ Verified by User:Aemony on 2019-09-21
- Verified by matching the DLC folders on EGS to their Steam equivalence (the folders are named after the Steam AppIDs they were given on Steam). The DLCs were not present on the same day as the game went live on Epic Game Store, but was added a day later as part of a ~15 GB update.
- ↑ Verified by User:Aemony on 2019-09-19
- ↑ 18.0 18.1 18.2 Verified by User:Hman360 on 2020-12-12
- ↑ Verified by User:Aemony on 2020-12-03
- ↑ SteamDB - Batman™: Arkham Knight Depot - Displaying change #M:5300142995515379449 - last accessed on 2020-12-03
- ↑ Steam Group - Special K - v 0.10.3 - [Framepacing Percentile Analysis - Comment by Wastelander121] - last accessed on 2019-09-23
- "The EGS version also contains the Earth 2 skin which was exclusive to PS4. All other exclusives aren't there."
- ↑ Verified by User:Aemony on 2019-09-23
- The 368100 folder of the copy on EGS corresponds to the 368100 DLC ID on Steam, which was never released on Steam.
- ↑ Steam Community - Batman: Arkham Knight - Premium Edition - last accessed on 2019-09-27
- ↑ Disable Startup Logos - last accessed on 2020-11-16
- ↑ How to: Skip Intros - last accessed on 2020-11-16
- ↑ Arkham Quixote - last accessed on 2022-08-24
- ↑ https://steamcommunity.com/app/208650/discussions/0/517141882715377398/?ctp=1#c517142892072340300
- ↑ Verified by User:Fudgesiclesxd on 2023-02-01
- Original fix (in Korean) here. Fixes also tested on my system with Intel HD 4600 integrated GPU, with minor graphical issues.
- ↑ Nvidia Gameworks in 2021 -- Steam Community - last accessed on 2024-05-02
- ↑ Dedicated PhysX GPU - Batman Arkham Knight - Enhanced Fog/Smoke Causing Consistent FPS Drop -- Nvidia Community Talk - last accessed on 2024-05-02
- ↑ Batman Arkham Knight - Enhanced Fog/Smoke Causing Consistent FPS Drop -- Nvidia Community Talk - last accessed on 2024-04-05
- ↑ Can you use two graphics cards in a PC in 2023? -- xda-developers - last accessed on 2024-05-02
- ↑ Master Fixes for Batman Arkham Knight - Updated April 2022 - last accessed on 2022-08-24
- ↑ Verified by User:Mrtnptrs on 2022-12-24
- Around 60-90 FPS on max settings (without Nvidia Gameworks) on a GTX 1070 and no major stuttering. Also with all Gameworks features enabled no major performance issues, then around 30-50 FPS.
- ↑ 35.0 35.1 35.2 Steam Community :: Guide :: Batgirl Disarm and Destroy + Multi Ground Takedown combo on Keyboard. - last accessed on 2020-11-17
- ↑ 36.0 36.1 36.2 Steam Community :: Guide :: DLC Characters Critical Strikes + Batgirl Special Takedowns fix on Keyboard - last accessed on 2020-11-17
- ↑ Update on PC Minimum Specs