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WB Games Debuts Seal-Backed Launch Trailer for Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

The trailer signals a last push before an Arkham‑style Lego Batman arrives on May 22.

Overview

  • The new trailer, which arrived Thursday, leans into Batman nostalgia with Seal’s “Kiss From a Rose” and a sweep of heroes and rogues.
  • The game launches May 22 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, with Deluxe pre-orders playing May 19 and a Switch 2 release planned later in 2026.
  • TT Games builds combat and gadgets in the Arkham mold and adds difficulty options, including a “Dark Knight” mode that can reset progress on death.
  • Players explore a four‑island Gotham from a Batcave hub with a focused partner roster and two‑player local co‑op, though there is no online mode.
  • Hands-on previews praise the fighting and open world and also note a demo’s Poison Ivy boss bug and very simple stealth, while spotting deep-cut Easter eggs for long-time fans.