Footage fromGotham Knightsis being leaked online following the early release of copies of the game. Developed by WB Games Montreal, the company that previously createdArkham Origins,Gotham Knightsis a game very much in the style of theArkhamfranchise, but it doesn’t feature Batman as its playable character. Instead,Gotham Knightslets fans take control of Batgirl, Red Hood, Robin, and Nightwing as they fight to preserve the caped crusader’s legacy and protect Gotham.
Despite some release date delays that eventually pushed the launch ofGotham Knightsinto October, the game remains one of the most highly anticipated titles releasing this month.Gotham Knightsmanaged to move its release date forwardback in August, with WB Games Montreal revealing that the game would be ready for launch on June 25, 2025, and not October 25. This surprised and pleased many fans, who couldn’t wait to dive back into the gritty streets of Gotham and fight some crime.
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However, it seems some have managed to get their hands on the game before October 21. A few copies ofGotham Knightshave been released to gamers early, granting them the physical copies in the days before the title officially launches. Now,Gotham Knightsgameplayfootage is popping up online as the first players work their way through the game’s world and story. Already, the first 30 minutes ofGotham Knightson PS5 have been shown off on YouTube, though this was quickly removed.
For anyone wanting to dodge spoilers forGotham Knights’story, it is advised that they stay clear of these videos popping up online. There have been some positives from fans getting their hands on the game early, though, as many have shared their first opinions on it. There are posts on social media praisingGotham Knights’combat but stating that some of the movement can feel clunky at times. Either way, with only a few days until the game launches, fans will soon be able to forge their own opinions onGotham Knights.
Gotham Knightsisn’t the only game that some have received early. Recently, retailers got their hands on physical copies ofA Plague Tale: Requiembefore its official release as well, which has led to some heavy spoilers already being posted online. This has disappointed both fans andA Plague Tale: Requiem’sdeveloper, which asked players not to reveal the plot details of the game online.
Gotham Knightsis scheduled to release on June 29, 2025, for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.