If you thought you had seen it all with LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, prepare to have your cowl blown off. At The Game Awards 2025, Warner Bros. Games and TT Games officially unveiled LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and it looks like the absolute definitive Batman experience—built entirely out of bricks.
For years, fans have been clamoring for a return to form for the LEGO franchise, and this game promises to deliver just that. But this isn’t just another level-based romp; it’s a sprawling, open-world action-adventure that spans the entirety of Bruce Wayne’s crime-fighting career. From his training with the League of Shadows to his gritty battles against a rogue’s gallery of supervillains, this game is packing 86 years of DC lore into one massive package.
A Gotham Like Never Before
The standout feature of Legacy of the Dark Knight is undoubtedly its world. We are getting a fully explorable, open-world Gotham City that looks dense, dark, and surprisingly atmospheric for a LEGO game. You won’t just be gliding from rooftops; you will be tearing through the streets in a variety of iconic Batmobiles.
The trailer showed off vehicles from Batman: The Animated Series, the Tumbler from Christopher Nolan’s trilogy, and even the classic Batcycles. Whether you want to solve puzzles in Crime Alley or engage in high-speed chases down the Gotham freeway, the city is your playground.
The Matt Berry Factor
The roster is stacked, with seven confirmed playable heroes at launch including Nightwing, Batgirl, Robin, and even Talia al Ghul. But the real headline grabber? The voice cast. In a stroke of casting genius, the developers have tapped the legendary Matt Berry (What We Do in the Shadows) to voice Bane.
Hearing Bane’s menacing lines delivered with Berry’s signature theatrical flair is something I didn’t know I needed until now. It perfectly encapsulates the game’s tone: a deep respect for the source material mixed with that trademark TT Games humor that keeps things from getting too serious.
Release Date and Platforms
The best part is we have a solid release date. LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight hits store shelves on May 29, 2026. It will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store).
Nintendo fans, don’t panic—a version for the Nintendo Switch 2 is also confirmed, though its specific release date will be announced later. Pre-orders are already live, with a special “Dark Knight Returns” Batsuit available as a bonus for early adopters.
Conclusion
After a quiet few years, TT Games seems ready to reclaim the throne of family-friendly gaming. LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight looks ambitious, polished, and incredibly fun. Whether you’re a die-hard DC fan or just love collecting millions of studs, this is shaping up to be the blockbuster of 2026. Same Bat-time, same Bat-channel?
FAQs
When is LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight coming out?
The game is scheduled for release on May 29, 2026.
Is it open world?
Yes! The game features a massive, fully explorable open-world Gotham City.
Will it be on the Nintendo Switch 2?
Yes, a version for the Nintendo Switch 2 has been confirmed, though it will release at a later date than other platforms.
Does it have co-op multiplayer?
Like previous titles, it features local 2-player couch co-op, allowing you to team up with a friend on the same screen.
Who voices Bane in the game?
Bane is voiced by actor Matt Berry, known for his comedic roles in shows like The IT Crowd and What We Do in the Shadows.