15 Best DC Comics Games Of All Time That Every Comic Book Fan Should Play

DC Comics has been giving comic book fans some excellent superhero lore for decades. They brought incredible characters like Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman to life, replete with complex narratives, which have been translated into video games flawlessly, thanks to clever writers and developers.

The best DC games are the ones where developers put gamers in the shoes of this company’s biggest legends, flawlessly.

Some of these titles have not only captured the essence of their source material but also pushed the boundaries of storytelling and gameplay. Many others are counted among some of the highest-quality narrative experiences ever seen in gaming.

Not all the games originating from this universe are excellent, though. For example, many DC Comics fans were disappointed by the recent Suicide Squad title. Hence, the quest to find the best DC games is not an easy one either

So, we have taken it upon ourselves to curate a list of the best DC games for PS5 and any other platforms that you might play on.

15 best DC games of all time 

1. Batman: Arkham Asylum

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Genre: Action-adventure Release year: 2009 Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PC 

When no one was even thinking about Batman, game developer Rocksteady decided to go with their gut and craft this adventure. Batman brings the Joker, one of the best Batman villains of all time, back to Arkham Asylum and realises he has walked into a trap. He must capture Joker, who has escaped his grasp and is hiding somewhere in the asylum, all the while various inmates try to make his life hell. 

This game introduced an interesting combat system that was appreciated by critics and fans alike. There were sequences where Batman had to use his gadgets to solve and analyse clues and find where he needed to head next. From excellent music to voice work by the likes of Mark Hamill and Kevin Conroy, this game did everything perfectly. No wonder, it is counted among the best superhero games ever made.

2. Batman: Arkham City

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Genre: Action-adventure, Open-world Release year: 2011 Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Wii U, PC

Within two years of Arkham Asylum’s launch, Rocksteady Games was once again ready with a brand new game. This title offers an open-world experience filled with rich storytelling and complex characters. 

While the core gameplay loop remained the same, players could now explore an open world. Players got some new abilities, like quick-use gadgets and ways to glide throughout the map with great speed. The best thing about this title, though, was its narrative. It’s such a well-written story that fans still consider it to be the best in the Arkham series. 

3. Batman: Arkham Knight

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Genre: Action-adventure Release year: 2015Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC

The final chapter in Rocksteady Games’ Batman Arkham trilogy, this title kept the core gameplay pretty much the same but introduced various quality-of-life improvements to this system.

Players could now hit enemies that fall to the ground; they could instantly take down more than one enemy in stealth sequences; and drive the Batmobile. Yes, the batmobile was now central to this game; players could drive it to take down unmanned tanks and other remote-operated vehicles being controlled by Arkham Knight and his men.

The awesome story serves as a conclusion to this whole trilogy, making it a must-try for any Batman fan out there.

4. Injustice: Gods Among Us

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Genre: Fighting Release year: 2013 Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, Xbox One, PC

Developed by NetherRealm Studios, the developer of the Mortal Kombat franchise, Injustice is a unique fighting game. It brings together a diverse roster of DC characters and pits them against each other. Heroes fight heroes, villains fight villains, and it all makes up for an exceptionally fun time. 

Its unique idea and fun gameplay mechanics make it one of the highest-rated DC games ever made. 

5. LEGO Batman: The Videogame

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Genre: Action-adventure Release year: 2008 Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation 2, PlayStation Portable, Wii, Nintendo DS, PC 

For someone looking for a much more lighthearted, family-friendly take on the adventures of DC’s Dark Knight, this game is a must-have. Play as a Batman made of LEGO in a city made of LEGO, battling LEGO villains. Quirky jokes, a lot of slapstick comedy and a lot of fun await players.

6. LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes

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Genre: Action-adventure, Open-world Release year: 2012 Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation Vita, Wii, Wii U, Nintendo 3Ds, Nintendo DS, PC, iOS, Android

This sequel to the 2008 game brings a bunch of new DC heroes like Superman and Wonder Woman for players to choose from, and it brings a massive open-world Gotham City to the formula. The cooperative gameplay and humorous storytelling make it one of the best DC games for the whole family. 

7. Batman: Arkham Origins

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Genre: Action-adventure, Open-world Release year: 2013Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC

Developed by WB Montreal, this game was released by the publisher because they thought the wait between Arkham City and Arkham Knight was too long. So, they had to give fans something to pass the time.

It’s a decent game with a brilliant story and serves as a prequel to the main Arkham trilogy, featuring a young Batman who has not gotten used to all the crime-fighting yet. So, he makes mistakes and eventually learns from them to be the Batman he is in Arkham Asylum and the games that follow. While it did most things right, massive bugs and level design issues prevented Origins from being as memorable as the other games in the series. 

8. Batman: The Telltale Series

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Genre: Adventure Release year: 2016 Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Windows, iOS, Android, Mac OS X, Nintendo Switch 

Just like any other Telltale title, this game allows players to make critical decisions that shape the story. This is one of the few DC games that focuses on both Bruce Wayne and Batman equally.

Besides making on-screen choices, this title does not have any real gameplay mechanics; players make choices throughout the game, complete quick-time events, and see the ending play. Yet, it’s an interesting game with an intriguing narrative and a very different perspective on the character. 

9. Superman: Shadow of Apokolips

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Genre: ActionRelease year: 2002Platforms: PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube 

Based on the Superman animated series, Shadow of Apokolips brings the show to life in a brilliant way. Everything, from using X-ray vision, super breath, and flying to fighting enemies, makes you feel like the Man of Steel.

There are very few games that capture the feel of being Superman so exceptionally. Shadow of Apokolips is a must-play for any person looking for a DC game that is not focused solely on Batman. 

10. Teen Titans

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Genre: Action Release year: 2005 Platforms: PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube, Xbox 

Another DC Comics video game based on a popular animated series, Teen Titans, allows gamers to play Robin, Starfire, Beast Boy, Raven and Cyborg. It features an exciting single-player story as well as a multiplayer mode, making it a unique addition to the list of the best DC games of all time.

11. Injustice 2

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Genre: Fighting Release year: 2017 Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Windows, iOS, Android 

Building on its predecessor, Injustice 2 enhances the mechanics and introduces a new gear system for character customisation. Players can unlock new costume pieces and equipment that can be used to customise their character’s appearance and abilities.

Besides these changes, this game once again makes for an explosive experience for any DC Comics fan who would love to see their favourite superheroes duke it out against each other.

12. Justice League Heroes

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Genre: Action, Beat-em up Release year: 2006Platforms: PlayStation 2, Xbox, Nintendo DS, PlayStation Portable 

Justice League Heroes is an action game played from an overhead perspective. Each level features two members of the league and players can control one of them. This game also features a cooperative mode that allows two players to control each superhero. 

Besides that, it’s a button-masher with a decent story that would appeal to all the DC Comics fans out there.

13. LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham

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Genre: Action-adventure Release year: 2014Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Wii U, Nintendo 3DS, PlayStation Vita, Windows, Mac OS X, iOS, Android 

Yet another LEGO game set in the DC Universe, featuring a large cast of superheroes and villains. This time around, the Justice League and Legion of Doom must team up so they can fight Brainiac, who is actively trying to add Earth to his collection by shrinking it. 

It has the classic LEGO game humour to it; gamers can invite their friends and family to play it cooperatively. After all, every LEGO game is a family-friendly affair. Its unique humour and replayability make LEGO Batman 3 a standout inclusion in this list of best DC games of all time.

14. DC Universe Online

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Genre: MMORPGRelease year: 2011Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Windows, Nintendo Switch 

In this free-to-play, massively multiplayer online game set in the DC Universe, players create a new original character that interacts with the iconic heroes and villains of DC Comics. You can either be a hero or a villain; after making this choice, they can complete mission after mission, level up and move forward with stories based on DC Comics.

Ever since its launch in 2011, this game has been receiving continuous updates that bring seasonal events and new missions to gamers. 

15. Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate

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Genre: Metroidvania, ActionRelease year: 2013Platforms: Nintendo 3DS, PlayStation Vita, PlayStation 3, Wii U, Xbox 360, PC

This unique Arkham title was developed by Armature Studio. They were tasked with designing a game for Nintendo 3DS and PS Vita, and they came up with the idea of designing a side-scrolling Metroidvania. They even succeeded; in Arkham series combat, Batman’s gadgets and those stealth sequences, everything fits perfectly in this new format. 

A decent story that is set after Arkham Origins, an interesting new take on Arkham Prison, and many other exciting things await you in this unique Batman adventure.

These are some of the best DC games of all time that would give fans of the comic book giant a chance to experience their favourite worlds in the shoes of their favourite superheroes.

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