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Lego Batman outsells Forza Horizon 6 and Yoshi in UK sales chartLego Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight has topped the UK physical sales chart, outselling Forza Horizon 6 and Yoshi And The Mysterious Book. While Forza Horizon 6 performed well for an Xbox title, its digital sales likely surpass physical. Nintendo titles like Yoshi typically perform strongly in physical retail, though exact figures were close.
UK software sales chart for the week ending May 23, 2026 – Yoshi and the Mysterious Book makes first appearanceThe UK software sales chart for the week ending May 23, 2026, shows LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight and Forza Horizon 6 debuting at first and second place, respectively. Yoshi and the Mysterious Book entered the charts at third place, with other titles like Pokemon Pokopia and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remaining in the top ten.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Shows How Badly WB Games Misread BatmanLEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight has received strong critical and player reception, highlighting WB Games' missteps with previous single-player Batman titles like Gotham Knights and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. The article argues that the success of this LEGO title, with contributions from Rocksteady Studios and WB Games Montreal, proves there is a viable market for well-executed single-player Arkham-style games, contrasting it with WB Games' focus on live-service models that have resulted in significant losses and layoffs.
Lego Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight pre-order deals and how to play earlyLego Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight is set to launch on May 22 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch version planned for later. Players can get early access by pre-ordering the deluxe edition, which also includes three DLC packs and future content. Several retailers are offering discounts on both the standard and deluxe editions, with pre-orders also granting an exclusive Batman suit.
Round Up: The Reviews For Lego Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight Are InReviews for Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight are largely positive, praising its blend of humor, open-world design, and combat. While the game is currently available on PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC, a Nintendo Switch version is also planned. Critics noted its strong connection to Batman's history and the Arkham series, though some felt it struggled to balance all its influences.
Lord Of The Rings game by Warhorse Studios confirmed in the most boring wayWarhorse Studios has confirmed it is developing both a new Kingdom Come adventure and an open-world role-playing game set in The Lord of the Rings universe. No release dates or further details have been provided for either project, with the studio stating more information will be shared when appropriate.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Is Now Available – And Gotham Has Never Been BiggerLEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is now available on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, developed by TT Games and published by Warner Bros. Games. The action-adventure title features a large open-world Gotham, numerous collectibles, vehicles, and over 100 Batman suits inspired by his 86-year history. The Deluxe Edition includes additional content packs, with the Standard Edition launching on May 22nd.
Leaks Indicate Upcoming Reveal of Hogwarts Legacy 2 at PlayStation State of Play - GameHauntLeaks suggest Hogwarts Legacy 2 will be revealed in mid-2026 during a PlayStation State of Play event, with a planned release in spring or summer 2027. Avalanche Software and Warner Bros. Games are reportedly planning a marketing strategy similar to the first game, which sold over 24 million copies. The sequel's launch is intended to coincide with the new HBO Harry Potter series.
WARNER BROS. GAMES, TT GAMES, DC, AND THE LEGO GROUP LAUNCH LEGO® BATMAN™: LEGACY OF THE DARK KNIGHTWarner Bros. Games, TT Games, DC, and The LEGO Group have launched LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. The open-world action-adventure game is available now for early access on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store for Deluxe Edition owners, with the Standard Edition launching worldwide on May 22. The game features an original story blending iconic Batman moments with LEGO humor and introduces a new combat system and an expansive Gotham City.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Available Now Early – Here Are Some of the Devs’ Favorite Easter EggsLEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, developed by TT Games and published by Warner Bros. Games, is now available with early access for Deluxe Edition pre-orders, ahead of its May 22, 2026, launch on Xbox Series X|S. The open-world action-adventure game features an original story inspired by decades of Batman media, with developers highlighting numerous Easter eggs hidden throughout Gotham City and its various locations.- LEGO Batman Legacy of the Dark Knight release countdown: Exact date and timeLEGO Batman Legacy of the Dark Knight is set to release on Friday, May 22, with advanced access available starting Tuesday, May 19 for the Deluxe Edition. The game will feature Bruce Wayne's origin story, iconic allies and enemies from the Batman universe, and a seamless combat system. It will be available on PC and consoles.
- LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Early Access and Full Release Times ConfirmedWarner Bros. Games has announced the early access and full release times for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. The article provides details on when players can expect to begin playing the game in different time zones.
- Lego Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight review - Arkham co-op nightsLego Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight offers a loving homage to Batman's cinematic and comic book history, blending elements from various iterations into a unique narrative. While it shares gameplay similarities with the Arkham series, particularly in its open-world Gotham and stealth mechanics, its combat is simplified. The game excels in its co-op experience and unpredictable story mash-ups, making it a charming and enjoyable adventure despite not introducing significant new gameplay elements.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight reviewLego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight offers gameplay mechanics heavily inspired by the Batman Arkham series, featuring similar combat and gadget use. While the story missions are praised for their mash-up of Batman movie elements, the open-world collectathon aspects are criticized for being repetitive and buggy. The game is noted for its visual detail and performance demands on PC.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight review - a stream of deep-cuts with cracking Arkham-light combatLego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight offers a deep cut of Batman lore with engaging Arkham-style combat and open-world traversal. The game successfully blends references from various Batman media with a fun, co-op focused gameplay loop, though some mechanics don't quite reach the heights of its inspirations.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight review: "Arkham flavor combines with Lego comedy better than I expected"Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight successfully blends Arkham-style combat and open-world design with Lego's signature comedy. The game manages to tie together decades of Batman lore into a cohesive narrative, offering varied combat with multiple playable characters and gadgets. Despite minor jank and a lack of online co-op, the game provides a dense and enjoyable experience for fans of the franchise.
UK software sales chart for the week ending May 16, 2026 – Tomodachi Life at #1, Indiana Jones gets Nintendo Switch 2 bumpThe UK software sales chart for the week ending May 16, 2026, sees Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream return to the number one spot. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle re-entered the top 40 at second place following the release of its Nintendo Switch 2 version.
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for May 18 to 22Xbox has announced a slate of new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between May 18 and May 22. Titles include Forza Horizon 6, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Riven, and many more across various genres.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is Steam Deck certified… but how?LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight has been confirmed as Steam Deck certified ahead of its May 22nd launch, despite recent PC minimum requirements causing confusion. The stated requirements, which necessitate upscaling and frame generation for 1080p/30fps, seem incongruous with the Steam Deck's less powerful hardware, raising questions about the game's actual performance targets.
Katsuhiro Harada Joins SNK to Head New VS Studio - GameHauntKatsuhiro Harada, the acclaimed producer behind the Tekken series, has officially joined SNK as CEO of the newly formed VS Studio SNK. This move marks the end of his 31-year tenure at Bandai Namco. The new studio, located in Tokyo, aims to develop skill-based action games with a focus on modern technology and open workflows, though Harada warns that major releases will take time.