Batman Begins

Game review by Chris Saunders, Common Sense Media
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Common Sense says

age 12+

Get ready to wing it in the role of Batman.

PlayStation 2, Xbox 2005
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Parents say

age 13+

Based on 3 reviews

Kids say

age 10+

Based on 10 reviews

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A Lot or a Little?

The parents' guide to what's in this game.

What Parents Need to Know

Parents need to know that there's mild violence (punching and kicking), but there's no blood, and no one dies in the game.

Community Reviews

Murphy04
Murphy04 Adult
January 30, 2016
age 12+
Good game fun for teens but s bit violent

This title has:

Great role models
Too much violence
TheGman447
TheGman447 Adult
January 10, 2011
age 14+

Great for teens!

I got this game for my son about 2 years ago and he still loves it now, I play it with him. Mostly violence is the issue and some brief cussing here and there but this is a great teen game, Voice and graphics are incredible for a PS2. This is a great game for teens.

This title has:

Too much violence
Too much swearing
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What’s It About?

Based on the movie of the same name, this action-adventure game allows players to take the role of Bruce Wayne, who begins his crime-fighting career after witnessing the murders of his parents in Gotham City. The game starts in the Himalayas, where you learn the skills of a ninja from your mentor. Once your training is finished, you return to Gotham City to continue your fight for justice.

When playing BATMAN BEGINS, you have a variety of gadgets and skills you can use, including a radar screen in the bottom corner that helps you locate enemies. Batman also has the skills of a trained acrobat, allowing you to climb fences, jump ledges, and swing from building to building with ropes. You can sneak up on your enemies and eliminate them from the game using special knockout moves.

Is It Any Good?

The game is easy to pick up and play, but still offers plenty of excitement. There are multiple levels and a variety of scenes ranging from the Wayne Manor to abandoned warehouses. You unlock bonuses as you complete levels, such as interviews with the movie cast. The characters in the game look and sound like the characters in the movie, and the game includes the voices of actors including Liam Neeson.

It's worth noting that Batman is a dark character, and while there is no blood or death (Batman actually defeats many of his enemies by scaring them), the fighting system allows you to punch and kick your enemy with force, and you'll do just enough damage to temporarily disable them. This makes the game a better choice for teens, especially fans of the series who will get the most out of playing as the Caped Crusader.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about the appeal of Batman. Why has the franchise lasted so long? How is Batman like -- or unlike -- other superheroes? Also, how does the video game generate interest in Batman? How does it help promote the new film?

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