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Games, DC and The LEGO Group have released new gameplay footage and screenshots showing LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight running on Nintendo Switch 2, ahead of the game's planned digital and retail release for Nintendo Switch on September 18, 2026.
The title is developed by TT Games and continues the studio's long-running work on LEGO-themed action-adventure games.
TT Games says the new entry invites players to take on the role of Batman and trace his origins, blending nearly nine decades of Batman media with the studio’s signature LEGO humor.
In journalistic terms: the developer positions the game as an expansive, story-led journey that starts with a young Bruce Wayne training with The League of Shadows and evolves into a mission to assemble a network of allies across Gotham.
Gameplay and combat
The footage highlights a redesigned LEGO Batman combat system that emphasizes fluid attack chains, counters and cinematic takedowns.
Combat can be experienced solo as Batman or locally with a second player.
Iconic gadgets such as Batarangs and the Batclaw are shown in action, while partner characters bring unique tools—Jim Gordon’s foam sprayer, Robin’s line launcher and Catwoman’s whip—broadening tactical options for encounters and boss fights.
Story, characters and world
The campaign features familiar DC characters who join Batman’s cause, including Jim Gordon, Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl, Catwoman and Talia al Ghul.
Players will face a broad Rogues Gallery—The Joker, The Penguin, Poison Ivy, Ra’s al Ghul and Bane are all named in promotional material.
The open-world interpretation of Gotham City functions as a LEGO playground filled with crimes, puzzles, collectibles and secrets, and supports traversal via grapple launcher, Batglider and a range of Batmobiles and Batcycles.
The Batcave is a customizable hub for vehicles, trophies and alternate Batsuits.
Difficulty and modes
TT Games has indicated the game will offer multiple challenge levels, including an enhanced Caped Crusader setting and a tougher Dark Knight difficulty for players seeking a more demanding experience.
Local two-player cooperative play is confirmed in the materials released by the publishers.
Release and platforms
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is scheduled for worldwide release on 18 September 2026 at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch.
Recent footage also demonstrates the game running on Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, as shown in publisher-released screenshots and clips.
With TT Games at the helm and major IP partners Warner Bros.
Games, DC and The LEGO Group backing the project, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight aims to be a flagship LEGO release for the current console cycle when it arrives in late 2026.
Games, DC and The LEGO Group have released new gameplay footage and screenshots showing LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight running on Nintendo Switch 2, ahead of the game's planned digital and retail release for Nintendo Switch on September 18, 2026.
The title is developed by TT Games and continues the studio's long-running work on LEGO-themed action-adventure games.
TT Games says the new entry invites players to take on the role of Batman and trace his origins, blending nearly nine decades of Batman media with the studio’s signature LEGO humor.
In journalistic terms: the developer positions the game as an expansive, story-led journey that starts with a young Bruce Wayne training with The League of Shadows and evolves into a mission to assemble a network of allies across Gotham.
Gameplay and combat
The footage highlights a redesigned LEGO Batman combat system that emphasizes fluid attack chains, counters and cinematic takedowns.
Combat can be experienced solo as Batman or locally with a second player.
Iconic gadgets such as Batarangs and the Batclaw are shown in action, while partner characters bring unique tools—Jim Gordon’s foam sprayer, Robin’s line launcher and Catwoman’s whip—broadening tactical options for encounters and boss fights.
Story, characters and world
The campaign features familiar DC characters who join Batman’s cause, including Jim Gordon, Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl, Catwoman and Talia al Ghul.
Players will face a broad Rogues Gallery—The Joker, The Penguin, Poison Ivy, Ra’s al Ghul and Bane are all named in promotional material.
The open-world interpretation of Gotham City functions as a LEGO playground filled with crimes, puzzles, collectibles and secrets, and supports traversal via grapple launcher, Batglider and a range of Batmobiles and Batcycles.
The Batcave is a customizable hub for vehicles, trophies and alternate Batsuits.
Difficulty and modes
TT Games has indicated the game will offer multiple challenge levels, including an enhanced Caped Crusader setting and a tougher Dark Knight difficulty for players seeking a more demanding experience.
Local two-player cooperative play is confirmed in the materials released by the publishers.
Release and platforms
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is scheduled for worldwide release on 18 September 2026 at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch.
Recent footage also demonstrates the game running on Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, as shown in publisher-released screenshots and clips.
With TT Games at the helm and major IP partners Warner Bros.
Games, DC and The LEGO Group backing the project, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight aims to be a flagship LEGO release for the current console cycle when it arrives in late 2026.
