Batman: Arkham Asylum Sequel Announced
The Joker drops this year's biggest announcement.


US, December 12, 2009 - Teased during the opening of Spike's Video Game Award Show, Batman: Arkham Asylum is getting a sequel. The Joker dropped off a giant present for fans in attendance.

No other details, such as a title, were given. But as expected, the location of the sequel may not be at Arkham Asylum as "Arkham has moved" website has been posted, though currently still 404'd.

Based off the trailer shown, it appears the game will take place in Gotham City, or at least certain parts of it. The camera pans through the ruined city streets before making its way through an amusement park, which we can assume is Joker's new hideout.

Developed by Rocksteady, the original garnered universal praise from fans and media. A sequel, while teased early, should come as no surprise.

"We are thrilled to build a global game franchise from Batman: Arkham Asylum, which is receiving an incredible response from gamers and Batman fans around the world," said Martin Tremblay, President, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. "Rocksteady has taken Batman to a new level in the video game space and we are committed to delivering a sequel the fans will love."

"Getting the opportunity to create Batman: Arkham Asylum and seeing its success has been a dream come true for the team," said Sefton Hill, Game Director, Rocksteady Studios. "We are honored to create the next chapter in this compelling story and promise to deliver another game worthy of the DARK KNIGHT."

Update: The website now works and it appears popular villain Two-Face has been confirmed for the sequel. The website displays a billboard featuring a character dawning an Uncle Sam outfit that's corrupt-looking on one side. The face has been torn off, but we'll bet on it being Harvey Dent playing dress up.

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