Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate Playstation Vita

"Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate" is a 2.5D action-adventure game developed by Armature Studio and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. It was released for various platforms, including the PlayStation Vita, in 2013. The game serves as a companion to "Batman: Arkham Origins," expanding on the story in a different gameplay style.

In "Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate," players control Batman as he navigates the prison facility known as Blackgate Penitentiary. The game features a side-scrolling perspective with 3D character models and environments. It combines exploration, combat, and puzzle-solving elements characteristic of the "Batman: Arkham" series.

The story of "Blackgate" takes place after the events of "Batman: Arkham Origins." Batman must investigate a riot at Blackgate Penitentiary, which has been taken over by three of his most formidable foes: Catwoman, the Joker, and the Penguin. Players must uncover the truth behind the uprising while facing challenges and enemies throughout the prison's various sections.

The game retains the series' signature free-flow combat system, allowing players to take on multiple foes with fluid and responsive controls. Batman can also use his detective skills to analyze crime scenes and uncover clues.

"Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate" received mixed reviews from critics. While some appreciated its attempt to bring the "Batman: Arkham" experience to a handheld platform, others found the gameplay and controls to be less refined than the main series entries. The transition to 2.5D and the smaller screen of the PlayStation Vita presented some challenges in capturing the full scope of the series' open-world mechanics.

Despite its mixed reception, the game aimed to offer a unique take on the "Batman: Arkham" experience on a handheld device, allowing players to take on the role of the Dark Knight and explore the criminal underworld of Blackgate Penitentiary.