Batman: Arkham City vs V Rising

A full spec-by-spec comparison of Batman: Arkham City vs V Rising — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification Batman: Arkham City Warner Bros. Interactive V Rising Stunlock Studios
Overview
Release Date October 18, 2011 May 8, 2024
Availability Released Released
Age Rating Teen
Developer Rocksteady Studios Stunlock Studios
Publisher Warner Bros. Interactive Stunlock Studios
Official Site http://www.batmanarkhamcity.com https://playvrising.com/
Gameplay
Genre Action Action, Adventure, Massively Multiplayer
Average Playtime 20 hours 7 hours
Game Modes Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh, Nintendo PC
Available On Nintendo eShop, PlayStation Store, Xbox 360 Store, Steam Steam
Critic & Community Scores
Metacritic 94 / 100
Community Rating 4.4 / 5 (2,179 ratings) 3.7 / 5 (175 ratings)
PC Requirements
Minimum Requirements Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64 bit Processor: Intel Core i5-6600, 3.3 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 1500X, 3.5 GHz Memory: 12 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti, 2 GB or AMD Radeon R7 360, 2 GB DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 7 GB available space Additional Notes: Minimum System Requirements might change in the future
Recommended Requirements Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64 bit Processor: Intel Core i5-11600K, 3.9 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X, 3.7 GHz Memory: 12 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070, 8 GB or AMD Radeon RX 590, 8 GB DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 7 GB available space Additional Notes: Recommended System Requirements might change in the future

Batman: Arkham City vs V Rising: which should you buy?

For most Filipino gamers, Batman: Arkham City is the clearer choice due to its broader platform support, longer playtime, and higher critical acclaim. V Rising is niche, focused solely on PC for multiplayer action, but its shorter 7-hour loop may suit casual players who want a quick, low-commitment experience. The main differentiator is playtime: Arkham City averages 20 hours, while V Rising averages 7 hours. Platform availability also matters—Arkham City is accessible on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo, whereas V Rising is limited to PC. Given the 2024 market and local purchasing habits, Arkham City offers better value for a richer experience.