If you’re a fan of Batman games, you may have wondered if you can play as the Joker in Batman Arkham Asylum. In this article, we’ll explore the answer to that question and provide some additional information about the game.
What is Batman Arkham Asylum?
Batman Arkham Asylum is an action-adventure game developed by Rocksteady Studios and published by Eidos Interactive. It was released in 2009 for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC. The game is set in the fictional Gotham City and features Batman as the main character.
Can You Play as the Joker in Batman Arkham Asylum?
The short answer is no, you cannot play as the Joker in Batman Arkham Asylum. The game only allows players to control Batman throughout the storyline and its missions.
However, there is a DLC (Downloadable Content) called “Play as Joker,” which allows players to take control of the iconic villain in specific challenge maps. This DLC was released on August 25th, 2009, for both Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 consoles.
What are Challenge Maps?
Challenge Maps are additional content that players can access after completing specific parts of the main story campaign. These maps offer unique objectives and challenges that test your combat skills against waves of enemies.
In “Play as Joker” DLC, there are four challenge maps available: “Henchman,” “Arkham,” “Carnival,” and “The Batcave.” Each map has its unique environment, enemies, and objectives that you need to complete while playing as Joker.
How to Access Play as Joker DLC?
To access Play as Joker DLC content, you need to purchase it from your console’s respective online store or through Steam on PC. Once downloaded and installed, launch your game and navigate to the challenge maps menu. You will see the “Play as Joker” option available, and you can start playing as the iconic villain.
Conclusion
So, there you have it. While you cannot play as the Joker in Batman Arkham Asylum’s main story campaign, you can play as him in the game’s challenge maps by purchasing the “Play as Joker” DLC. If you’re a fan of the character or want to experience something different than playing as Batman, this DLC is worth checking out.