Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker
Description
Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker joins a long list of adaptations of the famous Dark Knight to the world of video games, offering players a unique gaming experience on Nintendo 64. This game is set in a future where Bruce Wayne has retired to the sidelines and his successor, a young, almost-Frozen Terry McGinnis, has taken on the role of Batman.
The game starts off simply enough, with you having to jump off a tall skyscraper and start a fire, but as the game progresses a plot full of action, mystery and the uncovering of the dark forces behind the Batcave unfolds. The story is very faithful to the comic while not being afraid to bring in new elements that fit perfectly into its world.
The game's graphics are of a very high quality for the Nintendo 64, creating a sophisticated and dark world of Gotham City. The character designs are detailed while the enemies are just as creepy looking as in the prequel. The sound effects and music are also top notch and complement the atmosphere of the game perfectly.
One of the game's biggest draws is the combat system, which is very fluid and rich with different combinations of strikes and the use of the batar suit, which Terry can use to fly to helicopters or make big jumps off terrain. Aside from combat, you have to sneak around and use your equipment to get further in the story. You also have the option to use supporting characters such as Superman or the Flash, which adds an interesting dimension to the game and takes it beyond the usual action title.
The only downside to this game are minor technical issues such as occasional camera stutters or slow loading textures, which can be distracting for some players. However, these are really minor annoyances that don't detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker is a great adaptation of the world of the Dark Knight into the world of video games. It offers a faithful story, impressive graphics and a rich combat system. If you're a Batman fan, you won't want to miss this game. If you're not, perhaps this title will convince you that it's worth being. Batman.