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|caption=Cover of ''[[Green Arrow]]'' vol. 3, #35 by Marcos Martin, featuring the Riddler.
|character_name=The Riddler
|real_name=Edward Nigma (Nygma), Sean Shivell
|publisher=[[DC Comics]]
|debut=''[[Detective Comics]]'' #140 (October 1948)
|creators=[[Bill Finger]] [[Dick Sprang]]
|alliances=[[Secret Society of Super Villains]] [[Legion of Doom (Super Friends)|Legion Of Doom]] [[Secret Six]]
|aliases=E. Nigma (Nygma), Edward (Eddie) Nashton, Eddie Nash, Patrick Parker, Enigma, Mr. E
|partners=[[Bane (comics)|Bane]] [[Mad Hatter (comics)|Mad Hatter]] [[Harvey Dent|Two-Face]] [[Jason Todd|Red Hood]] [[The Joker]]
|powers= *[[Genius]]-level intellect
*Highly creative and skilled at making and/or solving [[puzzle]]s and/or [[riddle]]s be them actual, conceptual, or otherwise that can encompass virtually any conventional difficulty and/or variety especially those that require logical thought be them philosophical and/or mathematical in nature and/or practice
*Intellectual prowess including, but not limited to, astonishing feats of [[inductive reasoning|inductive]], [[abductive reasoning|abductive]] and [[deductive reasoning]]
*[[Lateral thinking|Lateral]] and [[critical thinking]]
*[[Pattern recognition]]
*Vast [[esotericism|esoteric]] knowledge
*Mastery of a plethora of different [[science]]s such as [[engineering]], [[chemistry]] and [[technology]]
*[[Eidetic memory|Photographic memory]]
*[[Apophenia]]
*Vast knowledge of [[philosophy]], [[literature]] and [[geography]]
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The '''Riddler''' ('''Dr. Edward Nigma''') is a [[fictional character]], a [[comic book]] [[supervillain]] appearing in comic books published by [[DC Comics]]. He usually appears as an enemy of [[Batman]]. Created by writer [[Bill Finger]] and artist [[Dick Sprang]], the character first appeared in ''[[Detective Comics]]'' #140 (1948). In 2009, the Riddler was ranked as [[IGN]]'s 59th Greatest Comic Book Villain of All Time.<ref>[http://comics.ign.com/top-100-villains/59.html Riddler is number 59], [[IGN]].</ref>

==Character overview==
The Riddler is obsessed with [[riddle]]s, [[puzzle]]s and [[word game]]s. He delights in forewarning both Batman and the police of his capers by sending them complex clues. With this self-conscious use of a [[gimmick]], the Riddler's crimes are flamboyant and ostentatious. The character is depicted as wearing a [[domino mask]] either with a green suit and [[bowler hat]], or a green [[unitard]] with question mark prints. A black, green, or purple [[question mark]] serves as his visual motif.

The Riddler is typically portrayed as a smooth-talking yet quirky character, motivated by a neurotic compulsion to commit crimes based on riddles and puzzles. This aspect of the character was first introduced in the 1966 issue of ''Batman'' (titled, "The Riddle-less Robberies of the Riddler") in which he tries to refrain from leaving a riddle, but fails. This compulsion has been a recurring theme, as shown in a 1999 issue of ''[[The Batman Adventures|Gotham Adventures]]'', in which he tries to commit a crime without leaving a riddle, but finds that he cannot help himself: "You don't understand... I ''really'' didn't want to leave you any clues. I really planned ''never'' to go back to [[Arkham Asylum]]. But I left you a clue anyway. So I... I have to go back there. Because I might need help. I... I might actually be crazy." It is a theme further explored in the 2003 ''[[Batman Adventures]]'' story "Free Man", where Riddler, officially ruled cured, sells communication technology he developed to an electronics firm only to be pursued by shadow assassins; he turns to Batman for help, but breaks down when their trap succeeds and Riddler is seized by an overpowering sense of [[survivor guilt]].

The Riddler was popularized by [[Frank Gorshin]]’s [[Emmy Award|Emmy]]-nominated portrayal in the 1960s ''[[Batman (TV series)|Batman]]'' television series. [[Jim Carrey]] played the Riddler in the 1995 film ''[[Batman Forever]]'' with Gorshin as his inspiration. The character was also featured in ''[[Batman: The Animated Series]]'' (voiced by [[John Glover (actor)|John Glover]]) and ''[[The Batman (TV series)|The Batman]]'' (voiced by [[Robert Englund]]). In both series, he was portrayed as a smooth-talking intellectual who presented genuinely challenging riddles. While the former utilized his traditional wardrobe and appearance, the latter reimagined him with a [[Marilyn Manson]]-esque sense of style. Since the first animated series and ''Batman Forever'', Riddler often carries a trick "question mark" cane.

==Fictional character biography==
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[[File:Detective140.JPG|thumb|200px|left|''[[Detective Comics]]'' #140 (October 1948), the first appearance of the Riddler. Cover by [[Win Mortimer]].]]
The Riddler's criminal ''[[modus operandi]]'' is so deeply ingrained into his personality that he is virtually powerless to stop himself from acting it out (as shown in his fourth comic book appearance). He cannot simply kill his opponents when he has the upper hand; he ''has to'' put them in a [[deathtrap (plot device)|deathtrap]] to see if he can devise a life and death intellectual challenge that the hero cannot solve and escape. However, unlike many of Batman's [[gimmick|theme]]d enemies, Riddler's compulsion is quite flexible, allowing him to commit any crime as long as he can describe it in a riddle or puzzle.

After a teacher announces that a contest will be held over who can solve a puzzle the fastest, a young '''Edward Nigma''' (or '''Nashton''', according to some writers) sets his sights on winning this, craving the glory and satisfaction that will come with the victory. He sneaks into the school one night, takes the puzzle out of the teacher's desk, and practices it until he is able to solve it in under a minute. As predicted, he wins the contest and is given a book about riddles as a prize. His cheating rewarded, Edward embraced the mastery of puzzles of all kinds, eventually becoming a carnival employee who excelled at cheating his customers out of their money with his bizarre puzzles and mind games. He soon finds himself longing for greater challenges and thrills, and dons the guise of the Riddler to challenge Batman, who he believes could possibly be a worthy adversary for him.

In ''[[Batman: The Long Halloween]]'', the Riddler appears as an informant. He first appears when [[Carmine Falcone|Carmine "The Roman" Falcone]] hires him to figure out who the [[Holiday (comics)|Holiday Killer]] is. Falcone eventually loses his patience with the Riddler, however, and orders his daughter, Sophia, to force him to leave. Upon exiting Falcone's office, Holiday attacks the Riddler, but for some reason leaves him alive. The attack was planned to coincide with the holiday of [[April Fools' Day|April Fool's]], and several items pertaining to it were left at the scene. This may be why the Riddler was left alive, as matters are traditionally reversed on the holiday. He appeared again in the same chapter of the story in which [[Two-Face|Harvey Dent]] is disfigured, when Batman comes to him for information about the attack. He plays a slightly larger role in the story's sequel, ''[[Batman: Dark Victory]]'', in which Batman turns to him to figure out the significance of the lost games of hangman that are left at the scenes of [[Hangman (DC Comics)|the Hangman]] killer's crimes. He later showed up as a member of Two-Face's jury during the Hangman's trial.

In ''[[Catwoman: When in Rome]]'', he joins [[Catwoman|Selina Kyle]] on a trip to [[Italy]] in search of his fellow rogue's origins. It is there that he manipulates her into believing that some of Batman's most dangerous foes are after her. He has his henchmen employ several gimmicks and weapons used by [[Scarecrow (DC Comics)|the Scarecrow]], [[Mr. Freeze]] and [[Joker (comics)|the Joker]] to achieve this. He hopes to extract Batman's real identity from her, but to his dismay, she actually doesn't know or care.

The Riddler appears in ''[[Question (comics)|The Question]]'' series, being convinced to become a "big-time villain" by a [[prostitution|prostitute]] he meets on a bus. He hijacks the bus and begins asking riddles, killing and robbing anyone that gets them wrong. The Question quickly subdues him by asking him [[Kōan|philosophical riddles]] in return. He is outwitted and has a [[mental breakdown]] before being set free as a reward for getting one last riddle right.<ref>''The Question'' #26</ref>

In the one-shot "Riddler and the Riddle Factory", the Riddler becomes the host of an underground game show that focuses on digging up dirt on celebrities. Many of the famous people that he humiliates end up committing suicide shortly afterwards, suggesting that perhaps the Riddler did more than just inspire their deaths. In the end, his actions turn out to be a front for his attempts to find the hidden treasures of "Scarface" Scarelli, a [[Gotham City]] gangster who lived long before Batman's reign of crimefighting.

In the three-part ''[[Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight]]'' storyline "The Primal Riddle", written by [[Steve Englehart]], the Riddler engineers one of his greatest deathtraps: Batman is thrown into a narrow pit that is slowly filling up with water. The walls are electrically wired, and a set of bumpers are the only thing that prevents the water from touching the walls and causing Batman to die by electrocution. The only options Batman appears to have are death by electrocution and death by drowning, but as always, Batman manages to tamper with the trap's design and develop a route of escape.<ref>''Legends of the Dark Knight'' #109-#111</ref>

The Riddler has a working relationship with [[Cluemaster|the Cluemaster]], although he initially resents the villain for seemingly copying his modus operandi. In their first encounter, he sets his fellow rogue up with a bomb and sends Batman off chasing riddles that would lead to its defusing, as well as away from his real plan: to steal a vast amount of priceless [[baseball]] merchandise.<ref>''Detective Comics'' #705-#707</ref> The two team up on a few occasions afterwards, and work together on a big scheme shortly before Cluemaster's apparent death in the pages of ''[[Suicide Squad|The Suicide Squad]]''.

After [[Harley Quinn]] briefly breaks free of her devotion to [[Joker (comics)|the Joker]], she attempts to hold up a large party at [[Wayne Manor]], only to find that the Riddler is targeting the building also. The two gangs engage in a firefight, but Harley gains the upper hand when [[Big Barda]] (who was secretly allied with her at the time) interrupts the conflict and captures the Riddler and his men. During the storyline, the Riddler makes constant allusions to a "mystery" that is hidden within the mansion, and after his apprehension, damage done to the building causes the entrance to the Batcave to open. The Riddler sees this, and then declares that he has "solved the riddle of Wayne Manor".<ref>''Harley Quinn'' #6-#7</ref>

During this period, he attacks [[Black Canary]] and [[Green Arrow]] in [[Star City (comics)|Star City]], and he is easily defeated. This event helps lay the foundations for Riddler's future confrontations with Green Arrow.

During a crisis caused when Wonder Woman's [[Lasso of Truth]] was broken, resulting in the laws of truth breaking down and causing reality to be shaped by the perceptions of individuals, one of the symptoms was when Batman found himself unable to solve any of the Riddler's riddles, but was nevertheless still able to defeat the Riddler as the Riddler himself couldn't solve the riddles either{{spaced ndash}}most likely reflecting the public idea of the Riddler's puzzles being insoluble{{spaced ndash}}claiming that he managed to "improvise" to defeat the Riddler. His low reputation among heroes and villains was reflected when [[Wally West|the Flash]] noted that Batman having trouble with the Riddler was a clear sign that the world was ending.<ref>''JLA'' #64 (May 2002)</ref>

==="Hush"===
In the 12-part storyline "[[Batman: Hush|Hush]]", it is revealed that Riddler suffers from [[cancer]], which also afflicted [[Hush (comics)|Dr. Thomas Elliot]]'s mother. Riddler uses one of [[Ra's al Ghul]]'s [[Lazarus Pit]]s to rid himself of the disease, and offers Elliot the chance to cure his mother as well, provided he pays a large sum of money. However, Elliott is in fact eager for his mother to die in order to inherit her fortune. Elliott, who goes on to secretly become the masked criminal Hush, explains he wants to get revenge on his childhood friend Bruce Wayne. The two of them agree to work together and the Riddler sets [[Killer Croc]], [[Poison Ivy (comics)|Poison Ivy]], [[Harley Quinn]], [[Joker (comics)|Joker]], [[Clayface]] and [[Scarecrow (DC Comics)|Scarecrow]] out to destroy Batman, with Ra's and [[Talia al Ghul]] and [[Lady Shiva]] being temporarily drawn into the scheme as well.

During the [[psychosis|psychotic]] break that follows exposure to the Lazarus Pit, the Riddler deduces Batman's [[secret identity]] and that the late [[Jason Todd]] was once Robin. He then tells Clayface to [[shapeshifting|shapeshift]] into a replica of Jason in order to torment Batman, who is haunted by the former Robin's death. Batman first thinks that Riddler had stolen Jason's corpse and hid it outside of Gotham Cemetery, but it is revealed in a later storyline that Jason was alive the whole time and collaborates with him and Hush. However, when the Riddler threatens to expose Batman's secret identity, the Caped Crusader mockingly labels it an empty threat, pointing out that if Riddler revealed the answer to the riddle "who is Batman?", it would become worthless, something Riddler wouldn't be able to stand. In addition, Batman warns him that if he reveals the secret, it would give Ra's al Ghul a vital clue that he used a Lazarus Pit without his permission, and the [[League of Assassins]] would subsequently retaliate against him.<ref>''Batman'' #619</ref>

===Aftermath===
The fallout from Riddler's failed scheme is played out in ''[[Batman: Gotham Knights]]'' #50-53. In the story "Pushback", [[Hush (comics)|Hush]] reappears and beats Riddler senseless across a rooftop. Seeking refuge, Riddler goes to the Joker and [[Penguin (comics)|the Penguin]]. He offers to tell the Joker who had killed his [[pregnancy|pregnant]] wife, Jeannie, if the Clown Prince of Crime would protect him from Hush. The Joker immediately agrees, but eventually Hush, with the help of the impostor [[Prometheus (comics)|Prometheus]], defeats him, forcing the Riddler to flee for his life.

In ''Detective Comics'' #797-799, the Riddler seeks shelter from [[Poison Ivy (comics)|Poison Ivy]] only to be humiliated. Riddler and Ivy then face off in a physical duel, which Ivy wins easily.

As revealed in ''Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight'' #185-189, the Riddler is stripped of his deductive powers and left to rot as a member of [[Gotham City]]'s vast and invisible [[homelessness|homeless]] population. A chance encounter with an ex-[[National Security Agency|NSA]] codebreaker gives him a positive environment in which to recover his mind. During that stay, he experiences an induced [[flashback (psychological phenomenon)|flashback]] that leads him to realize that his father had abused him many years ago. Envious of his son's academic achievements in school, and unable to understand his brilliance, his father believed he had cheated in his accomplishments, and beat him out of jealousy. Once Riddler discovers this, he also realizes that his compulsion is born out of a strong desire to tell the truth to prove his innocence of deception.

Having made this connection, the Riddler spends some of his vast fortune, acquired over many years of crime, to get minor [[plastic surgery]] and extensive [[tattoo]]ing, covering most of his torso with his trademark question insignia. He returns and kills the codebreaker{{spaced ndash}}who had pieced together his identity but couldn't act on it{{spaced ndash}}then promptly steals a priceless scroll out from under Batman's nose. Since then, the Riddler has spent most of his time either legally amassing a huge fortune or attacking various heroes in order to prove his new-found power.

After orchestrating a brutal series of assaults on [[Green Arrow]], as revenge against his defeat at his hands during the "[[No Man's Land (comics)|No Man's Land]]" era, Riddler gravely injures and almost kills both [[Green Arrow]] and [[Roy Harper (comics)|Arsenal]]. He once again escapes before the [[Outsiders (comics)|Outsiders]] arrive to save them.<ref>''Green Arrow'' #50 (July 2005)</ref> Sometime between this incident and the events of [[Hush (comics)|Hush]], the Riddler was hired to steal artifacts imbued with mystical powers from one of Star City's museums, and then distract the authorities so that the related rituals could be commenced. He sends Team Arrow on a wild goose chase around the City, and then reveals that he has an atomic bomb housed in the stadium where the Star City Rockets play. However, as a side effect of the ritual performed with the artifacts, the city is plunged into complete darkness, and Green Arrow uses this to his advantage, moving in and apprehending the Riddler.

Riddler later shows up in ''[[Infinite Crisis]]'' #1, with a group of villains, which includes [[Fisherman (comics)|the Fisherman]] and [[Murmur (DC Comics)|Murmur]], attacking the [[Gotham City Police Department]]. He is next seen escaping [[Arkham Asylum]] during the worldwide supervillain breakout engineered by the [[Secret Society of Super Villains]] in ''[[Villains United]]: Infinite Crisis Special'' #1, which takes place only days after the prior supernatural disaster. Riddler reappears as part of the Society's "Phase Three" attack on [[Metropolis (comics)|Metropolis]]. He is defeated by the [[Shining Knight]] and is struck in the head by the Knight's mace.

===Riddler reformed===
In ''Detective Comics'' #822, the first of a series of issues written by veteran ''Batman'' writer [[Paul Dini]], the Riddler returns, having spent much of the [[52 (comics)|previous year]] in a [[coma]] due to brain damage after being struck in the head by Shining Knight. When he awakes, he is cured of his [[insanity]] and of his obsession with riddles, while retaining both his [[genius]] intellect and his mammoth ego. He has seemingly reformed, and becomes a private consultant and taking on the murder case of a wealthy socialite. Hired by the socialite's father, he proves that a photo of Bruce Wayne apparently implicating him in the crime depicts an impostor and briefly works with Batman to investigate the crime. He has suffered severe memory loss from the coma, and he barely remembers his own name. He does not appear to remember that Bruce Wayne and Batman are one and the same, although he does harbor some suspicions of once knowing something amazing about Bruce Wayne.

In ''Detective Comics'' #828, Riddler is a guest along with Bruce Wayne on board a ship during a party. During the party, an old friend of Bruce's falls overboard and is mauled to death by sharks. The Riddler appears to solve the case with the [[suicide]] of the apparent murderer, and quickly takes the credit. However, Batman finds evidence that the suicide was a setup to divert attention away from the real killer. Bruce suspects foul play, and eventually tracks down the killer, whom Riddler is also close to catching before Nigma is bludgeoned over the head by a [[Leiomano|shark-tooth club]]. The killer pushes Batman out the window, and is about to drop him to his death, when Nigma wraps his tie around an arrow, lights it on fire, and shoots it into the killer's back. As the assailant rolls around screaming, Nigma taunts him, refusing to douse the flames. Batman extinguishes the flame and responds to Nigma's assertion that they are now allies with hostile dismissal.

In ''Detective Comics'' #837, Riddler is hired by Bruce Wayne to track down an experimental drug developed by [[Wayne Enterprises]], currently being tested for muscle stamina and cellular regeneration, which has been stolen by a lab assistant named Lisa Newman. He discovers that Newman is staying at the same Athenian Women's Help Shelter as [[Harley Quinn]]. With Harley's help, he defeats Newman and returns the drug to Wayne Enterprises, earning Batman's trust for the time being.

In ''[[Countdown to Final Crisis|Countdown]]'' #42, Riddler claims to [[Mary Marvel]] that he has gone straight and is now a detective. The two join forces to defeat [[Clayface]], and after witnessing Mary's new malicious approach to crime fighting, suggests that she consider finding a mentor to help her control her powers or at the very least get some [[anger management]] counseling.

After a [[serial killer]] surfaces on the streets of Gotham City, the Riddler homes in on closing the case, only to find that the killer is actually one of his former victims out for revenge. The young man, whose girlfriend was caught in the crossfire of a gunfight between Nigma's gang and security guards, captures the Riddler and attempts to kill him, but Batman intervenes just in time and saves his former foe's life.

In the 2008 miniseries ''[[Gotham Underground]]'', Riddler investigates the [[Penguin (comics)|Penguin]]'s involvement with the events of ''[[Salvation Run]]''. He saves [[Dick Grayson]], who is working undercover during the Gotham Gang War between Penguin and [[Tobias Whale]] and deduces that Grayson is [[Nightwing]].

He appears in ''[[Batman: Battle for the Cowl|Battle for the Cowl: The Underground]]'', where he is hired by The Penguin to find [[Black Mask (comics)|Black Mask]]. To that end, he tracks down Selina Kyle, meeting up with Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy in the process.

In ''[[Gotham City Sirens]]'' storylines, Poison Ivy is controlling the Riddler, keeping him in a nearly vegetative state so she can move into his house. When a villain named Boneblaster decides to make a name for himself by killing Catwoman, the fight ends up there. The house is severely damaged, but the Riddler is freed from Ivy's control in the process. Seeing his house in shambles, he takes his question mark cane off the wall and begins to savagely beat the already downed Boneblaster.<ref>''Gotham City Sirens'' #1 (June 2009)</ref>

In the third issue, Riddler attempts to solve a pair of unlikely suicides, the first being the second best female tennis player in the world, the second an ace race car driver. During his re-enactment of one of the deaths, he is visited by both Catwoman and Poison Ivy, seeking his help for locating Harley after her abduction. Due to the events of the first issue, and Harley's mental state, he quickly declines, and brushes off Poison Ivy's threats.

In his efforts, he discovers that these deaths are in fact homicides orchestrated by a serial killer who leaves subtle clues to the next victim within the body and time of death of the current victim. While attempting to alert the media, he provokes Dick Grayson, who is now acting as Batman. Almost instantly, Riddler deduces that the Batman before him is a new one. Additionally, Riddler reveals that the next victim will be the sister of the second victim, a young romance writer, something that Dick needed [[Alfred Pennyworth]] and the [[Batcave]] computer to figure out.

In the end, Dick goes off to confront the killer, while Riddler agrees to look after the intended victim. After a brief, but expected misunderstanding about Riddler's intentions with the young woman, Dick phones in to announce that he has apprehended and questioned not one, but three killers about their intentions, but got no answers. Riddler almost leaves the woman to her life, when the lights go out unexpectedly. Riddler immediately concludes that Dick has not captured all of the killers, and pulls the woman out of harm's way when a bomb goes off in front of her bookstore.

While Riddler and the writer hide as the smoke clears, three costumed assailants enter the wreckage, looking for their victim to mark with their next riddle. The two men are led by a woman going by the moniker Conundrum, and their costumes sport black and green color schemes along with disturbingly familiar question marks emblazoned on their outfits. As Riddler stealthily disposes of the two grunts with his cane, Conundrum takes the writer hostage at gunpoint. Riddler deduces that Conundrum and her men are all college students who specialize in police sciences. Due to his famous rehabilitation, Conundrum's group decided to fill the void with their debut murders. Conundrum admits that Riddler was her idol, and that it would be a shame to kill him.

At this point, Riddler announces that Batman is ''en route'' to their very location, something both Conundrum and the writer have difficulty believing. Riddler claims that since his reform, he and Batman have become close, and that his cane now has its own [[Global Positioning System|GPS]] that alerts Batman to his location whenever the question mark is twisted. Noting her disbelief, Riddler calmly asks Conundrum with a smirk, "Why is this man smiling?"

Just as the Riddler finishes his question, Dick shows up and knocks Conundrum out. Riddler then admits that he is completely baffled that Batman is indeed there, since he was only stalling for time until he thought of something, leading him to wonder if there truly is a Batsignal in his cane (a panel during Riddler's "bluff" shows that there is indeed a Batsignal in his cane, as a green question mark alongside a map shows up inside the [[Batmobile]]'s window).

After the ordeal is over, the young writer hugs Riddler, thanking him for saving her life. Afterwards, she and Riddler go out to dinner at a fancy restaurant, under Dick's covert surveillance. Dick admits that Riddler is indeed on a path of recovery, but must still be watched. After washing up in the men's room, Riddler sees a gossip show on a closed circuit television, showcasing a plainclothes Harley getting into a car with Hush disguised as Bruce Wayne. He then calls Selina and tells her to turn on her television.

Some time later, Riddler arrives at his office to find his secretary bound and gagged at her desk, with Harley, Ivy, and Selina waiting in his office. The women tell him that they are being framed for the murder of a young woman whose body was dropped into their pool, and they need his help to prove that they had no part in it. After examining the woman's body, he finds that the women were telling the truth, only to be attacked by Dr. Aesop.<ref>''Gotham City Sirens'' #9 (February 2010)</ref>

===Return to villainy===
[[File:Batman issue 699.jpg|thumb|200px|The Riddler as he appears on the cover of ''Batman'' #699, the conclusion of "Riddle Me This".]]
In [[Tony Daniel]]'s "Life After Death", Riddler appears early in the story at a gala party attended by Arkham, Dick, [[Huntress (comics)|Huntress]], and [[Barbara Gordon|Oracle]], hired by Penguin to find the Black Mask. As he chases [[Catgirl (comics)|Catgirl]] away from her robbery of the venue, the Riddler is rocked by a bomb detonation, the trauma re-awakening his psychosis. Cackling, rambling, and insane, he terminates his contract with Cobblepot and disappears.

In "Riddle Me This", the Riddler still "acts" as private eye and teams with Batman to solve the murders of a mysterious sorcerer named Sebastian Rothschild (aka Sebastian Blackspell). Blackspell is apprehended, but only after Batman suspects Riddler went to great lengths to orchestrate the ordeal, including poisoning himself with a nearly lethal dose of Joker gas to skirt suspicion and act on a grudge between him and Blackspell.

Riddler's return to villainy is cemented in "Eye of the Beholder". Investigating the [[Sensei (DC Comics)|Sensei]]'s attack on the Jade Society, Batman (Dick Grayson) is ambushed by Riddler and a young woman introduced as [[Enigma (DC Comics)|Enigma]], Riddler's daughter. Riddler and Enigma escape, delivering the Jade Society member list to Gilda Dent. Riddler is paid, but is more interested in another reward, which Gilda promises after one more job. This occurs in "Pieces", where Gilda reveals herself to Two-Face, hiring Riddler and Enigma to help Harvey best Mario Falcone and reclaim his coin. The plan works, defeating Batman and reuniting the Dents. The Riddler is rewarded with multiple DA dossiers of himself ... but Enigma is unimpressed, voicing concerns that Riddler is washed up. Riddler retorts with a new riddle: "What's green and purple and bleeds profusely?" Enigma's response is cut short by her scream, implying the Riddler has done away with his "daughter" in issue #712.

===The New 52===
In DC's 2011 relaunch of all of its monthly titles, [[The New 52]], Riddler appears as an inmate at Arkham Asylum in ''Batman'' #1. Redesigned in the style of the new titles, he sports a green mohawk in the shape of a question mark.

Riddler appears in more traditional form in the short that concludes ''Batman'' #15 "And Here's the Kicker", the third part of "[[Death of the Family]]". After it is revealed that Joker has secretly hijacked Arkham Asylum, Riddler is depicted as a current inmate, calmly biding his time and taunting guards. But when Joker appears and reveals his great respect for Riddler (as the villain whose dangerous intellect has kept Batman "sharp"), he uses Joker-gas to force Riddler to prove he could have escaped his cell anytime he wanted. To his chagrin, Riddler does, and becomes quite alarmed when Joker shares a write-up of his plan to ambush Batman. Joker admits Riddler will have little part in his designs, but should stick around for the "show" anyway.

Interviews and Twitter correspondence from 2012 indicated that after the "Death of the Family" story arc is complete, writer [[Scott Snyder]] will begin work on a Riddler origin story<ref>{{cite web|title='Batman': Scott Snyder promises Riddler return|url=http://www.digitalspy.com/comics/news/a395415/batman-scott-snyder-promises-riddler-return.html|publisher=ComicBookMovie.com|accessdate=July 26, 2012}}</ref> and artist [[Greg Capullo]] revealed new Riddler artwork in 2012.<ref>{{cite web|title=Greg Capullos Teases Riddler Image|url=http://www.comicvine.com/news/greg-capullo-teases-riddler-image/145578/|publisher=Comic Vine|accessdate=November 26, 2012}}</ref> The Riddler made an appearance in ''Batman'', vol. 2, #21, the opening book of the "Zero Year" arc, where his surname is changed from Edward Nigma or Nashton to Nygma. He is hired by Philip Kane (uncle of Bruce) to be his strategist and help push Wayne Enterprises to new levels, despite a controversial past. One of Edward's suggestions to help the company get publicity was kill his nephew. While Edward's dialogue in the subsequent issue indicates Philip rejected this idea, Edward took it upon himself to hire the Red Hood and commit the crime.

==Skills and abilities==
The Riddler possesses extreme originality in decoding and formulating puzzles of all kinds. His deductive ability perfused his role of private detective when he was reformed, during which he was shown to have investigative skills that rival those of the Dark Knight.

Like most of Batman's enemies (and Batman himself) The Riddler has no superhuman abilities, but is a highly cunning criminal strategist. He is not especially talented in fisticuffs (although his endurance has grown from having to engage in them over the years), but sometimes employs weaponry that exploits his gimmick, such as exploding jigsaw pieces, his infamous question mark cane, known to house a wide variety of technological devices and weapons, and question mark shaped pistols. He is shown to be skilled with engineering and technology, confronting Batman and Robin with unique and elaborate deathtraps. He is also well known for being Batman's most intelligent adversary.

==Other versions==
As one of Batman's most famed and popular adversaries, the Riddler has been featured in several comics which are not part of the official DC continuity.

[[File:Hipster riddler.PNG|thumb|right|200px|Edward as he appears in ''Joker'']]
A radically different interpretation was featured in Brian Azzarello and Lee Bermejo's ''[[Joker (graphic novel)|Joker]]''. In this version, he wears a solid green jacket with question marks on the very back of it and a spiral of question mark tattoos around his abdomen. His cane serves the purpose of helping to prop him up, due to a disabled leg. In the story, he sells an unknown substance to the Joker. He is identified by the Joker as "Edward".<ref>''Joker''</ref>

In the [[Elseworlds]] miniseries ''Thrillkiller'', Nygma is a [[psychiatrist]] who counsels [[Barbara Gordon]]. Doctor Edward Nygma, author of ''Riddle Me This — What Do We Really Mean?'', keeps Barbara dosed with increasing amounts of [[diazepam|valium]] and encourages her to mix with people she actually loathes. Edward wears a green suit and the cushions of his couch bear the pattern of the Riddler's outfit. [[Alfred Pennyworth|Alfred]], Barbara's butler, takes the drugs away from her at the request of her father [[James Gordon (comics)|Commissioner Gordon]] who regards Edward as a quack.<ref>''Batman: Thrillkiller'' # 1-3</ref>

The Riddler makes an appearance at the end of ''[[Batman: Earth One]]''.<ref>''Batman: Earth One''</ref>

In the Batman/[[Judge Dredd]] crossover ''The Ultimate Riddle'', the Riddler uses a reality-manipulating wand-like device he acquired during [[Zero Hour: Crisis in Time|the ''Zero Hour'' crisis]] to pull Batman, Dredd, and six alien warriors together, intending to pit Batman against the other warriors and get him killed. However, Batman and Dredd are able to work together to overcome their opponents, culminating in Dredd shooting Riddler in the shoulder and Batman claiming the device, subsequently using it to return the survivors home.

The Riddler's appearance in Alex Ross' 12 issue series ''[[Justice (DC Comics)|Justice]]'' suggests a new motivation, that, as a child, he had been beaten by his father whenever he told a lie, to the extent that he was now psychologically incapable of telling a lie. His riddles are his method of subverting his condition, so that he is still technically telling the truth, but always in as cryptic a manner as possible.

The Riddler has a heroic counterpart in the [[Qward|antimatter universe]] called the Quizmaster, who is a member of [[Lex Luthor]]'s [[Secret Society of Super Villains#Justice Underground|Justice Underground]] (that Earth's version of the [[Injustice Gang]]) which opposes the evil [[Crime Syndicate#Crime Syndicate of Amerika|Crime Syndicate of Amerika]]. He first appeared in ''JLA Secret Files 2004'' #1. He later has the right half of his face burned by [[Ultraman (comics)|Ultraman]], leading him to don a half-face and temporarily take on the name "Enigma". He last appeared in the [[Trinity (comic book)|''Trinity'' series]]. As the New Earth Riddler slowly became a lighter, less criminal figure, Enigma became a darker figure in this series. Similarly, on [[Earth-Three|Earth-3]], the Riddler's heroic counterpart (simply Riddler) is married to [[Two-Face#Earth-3|Three-Face (Evelyn Dent)]] and is the stepfather to [[Joker (comics)|the Jokester's]] daughter, [[Duela Dent]].<ref>''JLA Secret Files 2004'' #1</ref>

In the "[[Joker (comics)|Emperor Joker]]" storyline, the all-powerful Joker creates an alternate Riddler, known as Enigma, to be a member of the Joker's League of Anarchy along with alternate versions of [[Poison Ivy (comics)|Poison Ivy]] and [[Bizarro]]. After learning of the Joker's plans to destroy the universe, he leads the League in an uprising against him. The Joker's vast and amazing powers cause the plan to fail, and the entire League is destroyed as a result.

He can be heard saying "ruh-riddle me this" in ''[[Batman: The Dark Knight Strikes Again]]''.<ref>''Batman: The Dark Knight Strikes Again'' #1-3</ref>

The Riddler appears alongside [[Catwoman|Selina Kyle]] in the miniseries ''[[Kingdom Come (comics)|Kingdom Come]]'', having been invited to a meeting of the Mankind Liberation Front by [[Lex Luthor]]. In this alternate future the Riddler has become an old, bald man wearing glasses with question mark-shaped rims. He still indulges in his habitual riddling, asking "Who is the Riddler?" when Luthor referred to him by his real name. He appears to have been invited to the meeting only upon the insistence of Selina Kyle, as Luthor does not appear enthused by his presence.

In several promotional ads for the IB program, the Riddler was shown as a graduate, talking about the many possible career choices for a new graduate. This is debatably canon as DC knew about the ads.{{Citation needed|date=June 2013}}

In the third issue of the Batman vampire series ''[[Batman & Dracula: Red Rain|Crimson Mist]]'', the Riddler appears in a morgue where he shoots the mortician who was about to start an autopsy on a corpse where the Riddler had stored a large quantity of drugs. The Riddler in that appearance has a big question mark-shaped scar on his face and another one on his chest with his navel being the dot. While shooting he cites what would be his final riddle: "When Genius becomes dope plus 'E' how does she redeem herself? Answer: By turning 'Heroine' which minus the E is 'Heroin', lots of it and redeemable for lots of cash," at which vampire Batman appears and scolds the Riddler for graduating from robbery and extortion to drug trafficking and murder. In a panic the Riddler begins to fire at Batman only to find that his bullets have no effect on him. Stunned, the Riddler asks Batman what he is, to which Batman replies: "The answer to life's every riddle: death and hungry darkness." With that, Batman proceeds to drain the Riddler of his blood.<ref>''Batman: Crimson Mist''</ref>

The character was featured in several issues of ''[[The Batman Adventures|The Batman and Robin Adventures]]''. In his first appearance, he holds an entire Christmas party hostage, convinced that Batman and Robin are among the crowd. This issue is also the debut of his two assistants, [[Query and Echo]], in the [[DC animated universe|DCAU]] continuity. In a later issue, he kidnaps Commissioner Gordon and threatens Gotham City with a deadly nerve gas. Since Batman and Robin fail to show up, [[Batgirl]] is forced to take on the Riddler alone and save her father.

The Riddler is featured prominently in ''[[The Batman Adventures|Batman: Gotham Adventures]]'', a spin-off of ''[[Batman: The Animated Series]]''.

In ''[[The Batman Adventures]]'' series, the Riddler makes yet another attempt to go straight in issue #2. Issue #11 shows that while reformed, the Riddler struggles to avoid the temptation of crime as well as planting riddles. To remedy that, Batman recruits the Riddler to answer a great riddle: How did the Penguin succeed in becoming mayor of Gotham City? In the process, he is heavily injured in #12 by the [[Clock King]]. At the end of the issue, he ends up in a coma. The series was canceled before the Riddler's fate could be resolved. The story planned for the Riddler would have him emerging from his coma stricken with amnesia, allowing him to solve the greatest riddle, "Who Am I?"<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.worldsfinestonline.com/WF/batribute/thecomic/ty.php |title=Batman Adventures: Tribute - The Comic - Ty Templeton |publisher=Worldsfinestonline.com |date= |accessdate=December 25, 2010}}</ref>

==In other media==

===Television===

====Live action====
[[File:Frank Gorshin Riddler 1967.jpg|thumb|[[Frank Gorshin]] as the Riddler, from the ''[[Batman (TV series)|Batman]]'' TV series]]
* The Riddler appears in the 1960s ''[[Batman (TV series)|Batman]]'' television series and one of the villains in the [[Batman (1966 film)|theatrical film spin-off]]. [[Frank Gorshin]] portrayed The Riddler in the first and third season of the series and the film and [[John Astin]] portrayed The Riddler in the second season of the series. He made four appearances in season 1, more than any other villain, but was reduced to only one appearance per season afterwards. The popular television series was inspired by the first [[Silver Age of Comic Books|Silver Age]] appearance of the Riddler, with the premiere episode being an adaptation of ''Batman'' #171. Gorshin's portrayal of the character was loosely inspired by [[Richard Widmark]]'s portrayal of gangster Tommy Udo from the film ''[[Kiss of Death (1947 film)|Kiss of Death]]''.{{citation needed|date=January 2014}} However, his given name Edward Nygma was never used in this series or the film.

* Gorshin also portrayed the Riddler in ''[[Legends of the Superheroes]]'' in 1979. The Riddler was the first supervillain to appear on the show, where it is implied he has already met the Batman, planning to sue him for false arrest.

* Riddler's alter ego, Edward Nygma is featured in the TV series ''[[Gotham (TV series)|Gotham]]'' portrayed by [[Cory Michael Smith]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://io9.com/what-we-learned-from-the-script-for-gothams-first-epi-1530515272|title=What We Learned from the Script for Gotham's First Episode|last=Bricken|first=Rob|work=io9|date=February 25, 2014|accessdate=February 25, 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite news | url = http://insidetv.ew.com/2014/04/01/gotham-riddler/ | title = Inside TV Fox’s ‘Gotham’ scoop: The Riddler cast | work =Entertainment Weekly | date=April 1, 2014 | accessdate=April 1, 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/foxs-gotham-promotes-three-series-703147|title=Fox's 'Gotham' Promotes Three to Series Regular|last=Goldberg|first=Lesley|work=The Hollywood Reporter|date=May 12, 2014|accessdate=May 12, 2014}}</ref> Nygma is a [[coroner]] and [[forensic science|forensics]] operative for the Gotham City Police Department who presents all pertinent case information as riddles. He is first seen in the pilot episode, where he examines the bodies of [[Thomas Wayne|Thomas]] and [[Martha Wayne]] and identifies the types of bullets that were used on them. In "Selena Kyle," Nygma lingers outside of Captain [[Sarah Essen]]'s office during her talk with Detectives [[Harvey Bullock (comics)|Harvey Bullock]] and [[James Gordon (comics)|James Gordon]] until she calls him in. Nygma states that the needles used on abducted street kids has an ATP drug in it, while mentioning three places that have a permit to distribute it. In "Arkham," Nygma is present at Arkham Asylum following the murder of Councilman Zeller and tells Gordon and Bullock about the metal spike that was used on Councilman Ron Jenkins and his aide upon receiving their medical reports. In "Viper," James Gordon tells Sarah Essen that Edward Nygma is analyzing the "Viper" drug that was found in the guitar case of the man who robbed a store while under the influence of the "Viper" drug. When different people are being brought in under the influence of the "Viper" drug, Edward Nygma states that the "Viper" drug is using the player's unused DNA and that the user has been consuming milk to replace their calcium that was lost. Edward states that the only place with the advanced lab to make the Viper is WellZyn (a subsidiary of Wayne Enterprises). After a user of "Viper" dies from the side effects, Edward Nygma is fascinated with the "Viper" drug.

====Animation====
* The Riddler made his first appearance in animated form in the [[Filmation]] Batman installments first seen on ''CBS Saturday Morning'' in 1968 as part of ''[[The Batman/Superman Hour]]'' with [[Ted Knight]] providing his voice.

* The Riddler did not appear in the 1977 ''[[The New Adventures of Batman]]'' episodes. However, he did appear in the show's opening wearing a red version of his outfit.

[[File:LoDriddler.jpg|thumb|The Riddler as he appears in ''[[Challenge of the Super Friends]]'']]
* The Riddler appeared in [[Hanna-Barbera]]'s ''[[Challenge of the Super Friends]]'' voiced by [[Michael Bell (actor)|Michael Bell]]. He appears as a member of the [[Legion of Doom (Super Friends)|Legion of Doom]]; he usually gives riddles to the Super Friends to delay them from meddling with the Legion's plans. In "Monolith of Evil," he uses a riddle to trick the Super Friends into getting a Monolith of enormous power guarded by a Lava Monster for the Legion after they fooled the Super Friends into abducting the United Nations and disguising the Monolith as the United Nations.

* He made his only solo appearance in a ''[[Super Friends (1980)|Super Friends]]'' short episode, "Around the World in 80 Riddles", again voiced by Michael Bell. Here, he uses his new Stupid Spray (which slowly causes the intelligence of those sprayed upon to be reduced to the intelligence of babies) on Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman and Robin, where different riddles will provide clues where the antidote can be found. The first one quotes "As your I.Q. drops to below 42, you'll need mya help to tya your shoes". The answer to the riddle led Super Friends to the [[Maya civilization|Mayan ruins]], where they ended up in one of Riddler's deathtraps. After barely escaping the deathtrap, Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman and Robin find what appeared to be the antidote only to be a container for another riddle. The riddle reads "You're probably too stupid now, so here's an easy clue. Climb the tallest mountain until you turn blue". Due to the group's dwindling intelligence, Batman had to use the Batcomputer on his Batplane to decipher the riddle, with the answer being [[Mount Everest]]. Upon arriving at Mount Everest, Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman and Robin encounter Riddler's blimp, where the Stupid Spray is at its final part on them. The Super Friends managed to claim the Stupid Spray Antidote and defeat Riddler. In "Revenge of Doom", Riddler was with the Legion of Doom when they got back together.

[[File:Riddler (DC Animated Universe).jpg|thumb|right|The Riddler as he appeared in ''[[Batman: The Animated Series]]'' (left) and ''[[The New Batman Adventures]]'' (right)]]
* The Riddler appears in ''[[Batman: The Animated Series]]'' voiced by [[John Glover (actor)|John Glover]]. He made his debut in "If You're So Smart, Why Aren't You Rich?", where Nygma adopted his Riddler persona. Despite Batman solving his riddles, he evaded capture, and later appeared in "What Is Reality?", where he locked Commissioner Gordon into a virtual reality world, but Batman outsmarted him and, by solving his riddle, finally apprehends the villain. Unlike the other villains, who escaped Arkham, Riddler was actually released due to good behavior. He returns in "Riddler's Reform", where he works at a toy company and uses his riddler persona to advertise them, and make millions. However, the Riddler could not help himself, and eventually made an inescapable deathtrap for Batman, but he managed to survive and caught him, which drove the Riddler insane. For this version, the producers decided to play against the popular Gorshin image of a cackling trickster to avoid confusion with The Joker and have the character as a smooth intellectual who presented genuinely challenging puzzles. The series' creators admit they didn't use him often because his character often made story plots too long, too complex or too bizarre, and the creators also found it very hard to devise the villain's riddles.<ref>''Comics Scene'' #43, published by Starlog</ref>

* John Glover returns as the Riddler for cameo appearances in ''[[The New Batman Adventures]]'' episodes "Over the Edge" and "Judgment Day". His design is completely different from his early appearance, losing not only his hair, but also his green suit and purple mask. Instead, he is now dressed in a unitard with a large question mark. In "Over the Edge", Riddler appeared in [[Batgirl]]'s nightmare (which was induced by Scarecrow's fear gas), where he was seen on a talk show with the other Batman villains. In "Judgement Day", Riddler was among the victims of a vigilante called the [[Two-Face|Judge]] at the time he was crashing a banquet.

* John Glover reprised his role as the Riddler in the ''[[Superman: The Animated Series]]'' episode "Knight Time". He is in league with [[Bane (comics)|Bane]] and the [[Mad Hatter (comics)|Mad Hatter]], planning to take advantage on Batman's recent disappearance (which was caused by [[Brainiac (comics)|Brainiac]]) in [[Gotham City]]. He is quickly captured by Superman (dressed as Batman) and Robin.

* A Riddler drone fights [[Batman (Terry McGinnis)|Batman]] in the opening of the ''[[Batman Beyond]]'' episode "Terry's Friend Dates a Robot". The Riddler's appearance is that of his ''The New Batman Adventures'' appearance.

[[File:TheBatmanRiddler.jpg|thumb|The Riddler as he appears in ''[[The Batman (TV series)|The Batman]]'']]
* In 2005, a new interpretation of the Riddler debuted in ''[[The Batman (TV series)|The Batman]]'' episode "Riddled", voiced by [[Robert Englund]]. This version exhibits a [[Marilyn Manson]]-esque [[Gothic fashion|Gothic appearance]], and is served by henchmen called Riddlemen. The episode "Riddler's Revenge" reveals that Nygma and his partner Julie worked at a university on a device to enhance the human brain. Nygma was approached by a man named Gorman who offered to buy the rights to the invention, but Nygma refused. After the device malfunctioned at a demonstration, Nygma accused Gorman of sabotage. Batman foils Nygma's attempted murder of Gorman. By the episode "Riddled", Nygma has adopted his Riddler persona.

* The Riddler is featured in ''[[Batman: The Brave and the Bold]]'' voiced by [[John Michael Higgins]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.tvtonight.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Program-guide-report-GTV-SD-Sun-Oct-24-2010.pdf |title=(PDF) TV Tonight Schedule for October 30th, 2010 |format=PDF |date= |accessdate=December 25, 2010}}</ref> He is mentioned but not seen during Batman's call to [[James Gordon (comics)|the Commissioner]] in "Deep Cover For Batman!". Riddler makes a cameo in the episode "The Knights of Tomorrow" where he is briefly defeated by Batman in a flashback.

* Riddler appears in the ''[[Young Justice (TV series)|Young Justice]]'' episode "Terrors" voiced by [[Dave Franco]] as an inmate of [[Belle Reve]]; he is mocked and ridiculed by the other inmates but, ironically, is the only one to successfully escape in an attempted [[Prison escape|jailbreak]]. In "Misplaced", a spell cast by [[Klarion the Witch Boy]], [[Wotan (comics)|Wotan]], [[Blackbriar Thorn]], [[Felix Faust]] and [[Wizard (DC Comics)|Wizard]] split the Earth into two dimensions as a diversion to enable Riddler and [[Sportsmaster]] to steal [[Starro|an organism]] from [[S.T.A.R. Labs]]. In "Usual Suspect", Riddler joins [[Cheshire (comics)|Cheshire]], [[Mammoth (comics)|Mammoth]] and [[Shimmer (comics)|Shimmer]] in ambushing the Team at a crashed airplane.

===Film===
* Frank Gorshin reprised his role as the Riddler in the 1966 theatrical film ''[[Batman (1966 film)|Batman]]'', alongside three other villains from the television series. As in the series, Gorshin's Riddler is calm and calculating at one moment, then wild and unstable the next. He compulsively sends Batman and Robin clues, which in the film leads to some minor tension with his fellow criminals.

[[File:Riddler-carrey.jpg|thumb|200px|[[Jim Carrey]] as the Riddler, from ''[[Batman Forever]]'' (1995).]]
* [[Jim Carrey]] portrayed the Riddler in ''[[Batman Forever]]''. Edward Nygma is an employee of [[Wayne Enterprises]] who invents a device called "The Box", that transmits images directly into the user's mind. Nygma sees it as the next generation of television, but Bruce Wayne rejects the idea, as mental manipulation raises "too many questions". Nygma ultimately discovers that his device can increase his own intelligence. After killing his supervisor and seeing [[Two-Face]] on television, he dons the identity of the "Riddler", allies himself with Two-Face and steals vast amounts of money and jewels to fund his own company, Nygmatech, and mass-produce his Box. The devices transfer the stolen information to a gigantic Mother Box on Claw Island, where it is planted in Nygma's mind. In the process, Nygma learns Batman's identity and he and Two-Face raid Wayne Manor, destroying the Batcave. In the film's climactic battle, Batman destroys the Mother Box, causing the intelligence Nygma stole to be siphoned back out of Nygma's mind. Driven insane, the Riddler is locked up in Arkham, where he believes that he himself is Batman.

* In ''[[Batman & Robin (film)|Batman & Robin]]'', The Riddler's uniform can be seen in Arkham Asylum.

* The Riddler makes a brief cameo in a flashback scene in the animated film ''[[Batman: Under the Red Hood]]''. He attempts to rob a museum, but he is defeated by [[Jason Todd]] after he and Batman take down his henchmen. Although [[Bruce Timm]] receives screen credit for voicing him, he has no lines.

* The Riddler appears in the animated film ''[[Lego Batman: The Movie - DC Super Heroes Unite]]'', an adaptation of the video game of the [[Lego Batman 2: DC Super Heroes|same name]], with [[Rob Paulsen]] reprising his role.

* The Riddler appears in the animated movie ''[[Batman: Assault on Arkham]]'', voiced by [[Matthew Gray Gubler]]. Batman rescues Riddler from a black ops assassination led by Amanda Waller and has him incarcerated at Arkham Asylum. Amanda Waller formed the Suicide Squad to infiltrate Arkham Asylum in order to retrieve top secret information about her Squad operation that he stole, though her real motive was to kill the Riddler as he is the only person who knew how to deactivate the bombs that are surgically attached to the spines of the Suicide Squad members (revealing he also was once part of the Squad). Killer Frost is given a secret mission by Waller to kill the Riddler, but he tells her the true reason why Waller is after him. The Suicide Squad agree to spare Riddler in exchange for his help and most are able to deactivate their bombs with the use of a device intended for [[electroshock therapy]]. When the bombs are set off, and Black Spider (who stood watch) is not killed, the Riddler immediately realizes that Batman impersonated Black Spider and tries to shoot him. After the Joker breaks free and sets all the patients of Arkham loose the Riddler takes advantage of the ensuing chaos and escapes.

===Video games===
The Riddler has appeared in several video games based on Batman.

* He is a boss in ''[[Batman: The Animated Series (video game)|Batman: The Animated Series]]'' for the [[Game Boy]], ''[[The Adventures of Batman & Robin (video game)|The Adventures of Batman & Robin]]'' for the [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|SNES]], ''[[The Adventures of Batman & Robin (video game)#Sega Mega CD version|The Adventures of Batman & Robin]]'' for the [[Mega-CD|Sega CD]] and various [[Batman Forever (video game)|video game adaptations of ''Batman Forever'']]. The SNES game had Riddler reusing the Riddle of the Minotaur Maze from "If You're So Smart, Why Aren't You Rich?" and the chess board from "What Is Reality?". In the Sega CD game, which had fully animated cutscenes, John Glover reprised his role as the Riddler. In the PC game ''Toxic Chill'', Riddler teams up with [[Mr. Freeze]].

* The Riddler is a character in ''[[Lego Batman: The Videogame]]''<ref>''[[Game Informer]]'' features a two-page gallery of the many heroes and villains who appear in the game with a picture for each character and a descriptive paragraph. See "''LEGO Batman'': Character Gallery," ''Game Informer'' 186 (October 2008): 93.</ref> with his vocal effects provided by [[Tom Kenny]]. He is one of the three masterminds of the Arkham breakout, along with the Joker and The Penguin. He leads [[Two-Face]], [[Mr. Freeze]], [[Poison Ivy (comics)|Poison Ivy]] and [[Clayface]], with the goal of stealing the contents of the Gotham Gold Reserve. Each member manages to steal a specific item before being defeated by Batman & Robin, until only he and two face remained. He breaks into the gold reserve easily, but Batman and Robin defeat Two-Face and arrest him. In this game, his trademarked question-mark cane grants him the ability to exert [[mind control]] over marked targets, or to confuse other characters if they are close enough.

* Riddler appears in the 2009 game ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]'' voiced by [[Wally Wingert]]. The Riddler is never actually seen in the game but hacks into Batman's communication system. He challenges Batman to solve various riddles located throughout the asylum, though only one is required to complete the game. He grows increasingly unstable as Batman finds more of his riddles. In his interview tapes, he says that he believes Batman affords his high-tech arsenal by stealing from the criminals he defeats, and that [[James Gordon (comics)|Commissioner Gordon]] is covering it up. The tapes also reveal the origin of Riddler's obsession with riddles: when Edward Nygma was young, his abusive father called him a "moron", so he attempted to prove him wrong by entering a riddle-solving contest in school, which he wound up winning. However, his father accused him of cheating (which Riddler reveals at the end of the interview he had) and proceeded to beat him. The traumatic event caused Nygma to become obsessed with riddles as a way to prove his intellectual superiority, as well as developing a need to punish those whom he deems to be "morons". After solving all of his riddles, Batman transmits the police his location, leading to his arrest.

* Riddler appears in ''[[DC Universe Online]]'' voiced by [[Shannon McCormick]]. A chain of quests leads the players on the hero campaign to solve one of his riddles in order to talk to him. In the game, Riddler is a detective hiding from the Joker. When Joker sends [[Deathstroke]] to kill Riddler, the players help Query and Echo protect him. When Deathstroke is defeated, Riddler mentions that Joker never made the payment transfer. Before departing to another location, Riddler has the players tell Batman that Joker is working with [[T. O. Morrow]] on a new [[Joker venom]].

* [[Wally Wingert]] once again voices Riddler in ''[[Batman: Arkham City]]''. He kidnaps Aaron Cash's medical protection team, sets up death traps, and threatens to murder them all if Batman does not solve his riddles. As part of the challenge, he places Riddler Trophies across Arkham City to be collected. To access the location of Riddler's various trophies and riddles, Batman must interrogate his henchmen, who are scattered throughout Arkham City and blending in with gangs working for [[Joker (comics)|Joker]], [[Penguin (comics)|Penguin]] and [[Two-Face]]. At certain intervals, when Batman finds enough "challenges", the location of a room containing a hostage is revealed. Batman must then outwit the deadly conditions within the chamber and rescue the hostage. Afterwards, the freed hostage gives Batman a sequence of numbers from Riddler, which are a radio frequency. Once tuned into the frequency, Riddler will either give Batman a new riddle or tell him to find more trophies. He does this four times, and comes to a dead end when the fifth hostage is rescued. Believing that this final room would end Batman once and for all, the Riddler neglected to create any more leads to his remaining captives. Batman must then continue to find secrets in order to discern where the Riddler is hiding himself and the medical staff. When 400 Riddler challenges are completed, [[Barbara Gordon|Oracle]] discovers a connection between the death trap rooms through a shared property broker. She then contacts Batman and tells him where she believes his hideout may be. Once inside the Riddler's base of operations, Batman observes that the remaining hostages are trapped in a prolonged torture: they must continuously walk along a path or the explosives strapped to their heads will detonate. Batman must then avoid walking in front of each hostage until he reaches a weak point below the Riddler's office and proceeds to pull the Riddler through the floor and incapacitate him. Aaron Cash and the remaining hostages are freed from their traps, and the Riddler is in turn hooked into one of the devices himself. Fearing for his life, the Riddler must walk as he forced his captives to do. In Hugo Strange's interview tapes, Riddler had a conversation with Hugo Strange after his call to Mayor [[Quincy Sharp]] where Riddler hacks Hugo Strange's communication system. Riddler mentions about Hugo Strange's experiments on the Arkham Asylum patients, the special medication that was given to Mayor Quincy Sharp, and how both of them want Batman dead. Riddler is even surprised that Hugo Strange knows of Batman's true identity. When Riddler demands to know who the identity of Batman is, Hugo Strange doesn't want to spoil it for Riddler and gives Riddler his riddle "How is the Riddler like a blank dictionary" with the answer being "you're both at a loss for words." The Riddler also plays a major role in the game's challenge mode which is called Riddler's Revenge. Various challenge maps show him having numerous henchmen working for him including TYGER Guards, Ra's al Ghul's ninja assassins, Mr. Hammer and his twin Mr. Sickle, a Titan-empowered henchman, and even [[Black Mask (comics)|Black Mask]].<ref>{{cite web|author= |url=http://www.g4tv.com/videos/55577/batman-arkham-city-villain-preview-2/ |title=Batman: Arkham City Villain Preview #2 in High Definition – |publisher=G4tv.com |date=October 4, 2011 |accessdate=December 13, 2011}}</ref>

* Riddler is referenced in the game ''[[Gotham City Impostors]]''. Players are able to unlock a Riddler-inspired pattern for their weapons, depicting the iconic green background with purple questions dotted around it.

* Riddler appears in ''[[Lego Batman 2: DC Super Heroes]]'' voiced by [[Rob Paulsen]] impersonating Jim Carrey's interpretation of the character. He is one of the five villains to raid Bruce Wayne's Man of the Year award ceremony. He flees with Two-Face, the Joker, and the Penguin when Batman arrives, leaving [[Harley Quinn]] to cover their flight. He appears as a boss in the level "theatrical pursuits" and is arrested, but he breaks out of prison with multiple other villains after [[Lex Luthor]] frees them all. He is later an optional boss fight and unlockable character, found on top of Wayne Tower.

* Riddler makes a cameo appearance in ''[[Injustice: Gods Among Us]]''. In the Arkham Asylum level, if one of the characters is thrown through the cell door on the right side of the second tier, they will be attacked by Two-Face, Killer Croc, Penguin, and Riddler before being punched by Croc into the next tier of the Arkham arena. It should be noted that their appearances are based on their ''Batman: Arkham City'' looks, hinting that the game takes place in the same [[fictional universe|universe]]. He also appears as a support card in the [[IOS]] app.

* Riddler appears as a boss in the upcoming video game ''[[Young Justice: Legacy]]'', voiced by [[Jason Spisak]]. During the Team's mission in [[Gotham City]], led by Nightwing, they investigate the disappearance of [[Helena Sandsmark]] and the Riddler's securing of a piece of an ancient statue. They track down Sandsmark in Haley's Circus, but Riddler uses a device to use [[Psimon]]'s psychic powers after the team. When his scheme fails, he traps the heroes in his lair in the sewers, forcing them to participate in a deadly game show full of traps and obstacles. The Riddler eventually fights off the heroes and is defeated. It is later revealed that Riddler's pieces were a fake, and he willingly served as a distraction to allow [[Klarion the Witch Boy|Klarion]] to steal the real pieces.

* [[Wally Wingert]] reprises his role of Riddler for a third time in the prequel ''[[Batman: Arkham Origins]]''. Edward Nashton is described as a police consultant and apparent head of the GCPD's Cybercrime unit. Here, he has yet to take up the mantle of the Riddler and is known only as "Enigma". In the game, he has set up a series of signal jammers throughout Gotham City to disrupt the [[Batplane|Batwing]] as well as Batman's own hacking transmitter. He plots to blackmail several of Gotham's most prominent citizens, in the hopes of making Gotham a better place by getting rid of those who are corrupt, although in the process risking the lives of several innocent people. Enigma also has several informants and pieces of extortion recordings scattered throughout Gotham, which Batman must uncover and decode in place of the Riddler trophies of previous games. His encounter with Batman prompts Edward to go into hiding and develop his identity as The Riddler; he hints to this as he calls Batman "quite the riddle."

* [[Wally Wingert]] will appear as the Riddler once again in ''[[Batman: Arkham Knight]]''. During the chaos caused by the [[Scarecrow (DC Comics)|Scarecrow]], the Riddler has set up several new challenges for his Riddler Trophies, some of which Batman will perform in the [[Batmobile]].

* Riddler is set to appear as a playable character in ''[[Lego Batman 3: Beyond Gotham]]''. Wally Wingert will reprise his role.

===Spoofs and parodies===
* In the ''[[Tiny Toon Adventures]]'' episode "Inside Plucky Duck", a cartoon called "Bat's All Folks" parodied Riddler as Question Mark (voiced by [[Charlie Adler]]).

* Frank Gorshin and [[Adam West]] parodied the 1994 film ''[[Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles|Interview With the Vampire]]'' as their (uncostumed) 1960s Batman characters in a short film for [[The MTV Movie Awards]] with West portraying [[Brad Pitt]]'s vampire (or "bat-man") and Gorshin as [[Christian Slater]]'s interviewer.

* Meredith Stepien played The Riddler in [[StarKid Productions]] production of ''[[Holy Musical B@man!]]''.

* In ''[[Family Guy]]'' there's an episode in which Peter says that he fought the Riddler, shown in a similar style to the 1960s ''Batman'' television series.

* An episode of "BadMan," a [[CollegeHumor]] parody of "Batman," features Batman finding a kidnapped [[Rachel Dawes]] held hostage by the Riddler.

* In an episode of "The Simpsons", a Ned Flanders parody of Riddler is featured called the Diddler, a joke about Flanders's tendency to use "Diddly" in a sentence.

* In another episode of "Family Guy", [[Cleveland Brown]] points out "The Riddler" on a 1980's [[McDonalds]] cup, saying that "he will make inquires to set your mind a-jumble."

===Action figures===
[[File:Super-powers-collection-riddler-el-acertijo-500x.jpg|thumb|200px|Riddler action figure, part of the "Super Amigos Collection"]]
Riddler has made several appearances as an action figure as part of [[Kenner]]'s ''[[Batman: The Animated Series]]'', Legends of Batman, and Batman: Knight Force Ninjas lines; [[Mattel]]'s ''[[The Batman (TV series)|The Batman]]'' line; and [[Art Asylum]]'s [[minimates]] line. He has also been produced as a [[HeroClix]]. Five different Riddler figures were produced for the 1995 ''Batman Forever'' line, including a [[Target Corporation|Target]] exclusive and one that says phrases from the film.

The Riddler is one of the rarest of Pacipa's Super Amigos line, the [[Argentina|Argentinian]] version of [[Kenner]]'s [[Super Powers Collection]].{{Citation needed|date=August 2009}} He is a repainted [[Green Lantern]] figure that was only released in [[South America]]. He was also part of the line of action figures called the DC Comics SuperHeroes from [[Marvel Toys|Toy Biz]].

Three versions of the Riddler have appeared in the DC Direct line, two based on his first appearance and one based on his look in the "[[Hush (comics)|Hush]]" storyline. The [[Japan]]ese toy company Yamato has also produced a figure of him.

[[Mattel]] has included two versions of the character in its [[DC Universe]] toyline; one in his classic costume, and another in his current costume.

In 1974, the Mego company released two Riddler figures; one was 8" tall with a cloth outfit for the World's Greatest Superheroes line of toys (this figure was in production until 1979), the other was a smaller figure which was molded rubber over wire for the Bend 'n Flex line. In 1975 and 1976, Mego also released the 8" tall Fist Fighting Riddler which was basically the same as the 1974 figure except it had a mechanism which allowed a child move a lever on the figure's back to make the arms swing.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://megomuseum.com/wgsh/riddler.html |title=Riddler: WGSH Gallery: Mego Museum : Mego Riddler : Mego Corp |publisher=Mego Museum |date= |accessdate=December 25, 2010}}</ref>

[[Bearbrick]] released a DC Superpowers Riddler which was released at 2013 San Diego ComicCon (July 18–21) by Medicom Toy which was limited to only 1500.

===Music===
During his time on the 1960s television series, Frank Gorshin recorded an album with a song titled "The Riddler", in which he sings of his obsession with puzzles. He performed a musical parody of the character on [[Dean Martin]]'s variety show in 1966.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-YX4d2s0xs|title=Frank Gorshin appearance on Dean Martin show|work=YouTube|accessdate=October 15, 2014}}</ref>

A 1966 album by [[The Marketts]] titled ''The Batman Theme'' featured a [[Dick Glasser]] instrumental song titled "The Riddler".

A song based on the character titled "[[The Riddler (song)|The Riddler]]" was performed by rapper [[Method Man]], and was featured on the [[Batman Forever (soundtrack)|''Batman Forever'' soundtrack]].

The Riddler makes an appearance in the [[music video|video]] of the [[Nik Kershaw]] 1984 song "[[The Riddle (Nik Kershaw song)|The Riddle]]".

The [[symphonic metal]] band [[Nightwish]] recorded a song called "The Riddler" on their album ''[[Oceanborn]]''.

===Amusement park rides===
* [[The Riddler's Revenge]], the world's tallest and fastest [[stand-up roller coaster]], is themed after the Riddler. It is located in [[Six Flags Magic Mountain]] in Valencia, California.
* [[Mind Bender (Six Flags Over Georgia)|Mind Bender]] is a roller-coaster at [[Six Flags Over Georgia]] outside Atlanta, first built in 1978, that in 1997 was re-themed to match the Riddler, after the park built [[Batman: The Ride]] alongside it. Mind Bender was given a green paint scheme and its trains were painted black and covered with question marks. The coaster had originally been silver, then was later painted brown.
* "Riddle Me This" at [[Six Flags America]], is a [[Round Up (ride)|Round Up]] painted in Riddler's colors, purple and green.

==See also==
* [[List of Batman Family adversaries]]
* [[Enigma (DC Comics)]]

==References==
{{Reflist|30em}}

==External links==
{{Wikiquote|Batman (comics)#The Riddler|The Riddler}}
* {{DCdatabase|Riddler}}
* [http://riddler.batbad.com Edward Nygma's Puzzle Web Site] : puzzles, games and stories featuring the animated series Riddler.
* [http://www.dccomics.com/heroes_and_villains/?hv=origin_stories/riddler Riddler on DCComics.com]

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| title = Batman: Arkham
| image = [[File:Batman Arkham series logo.png|250px]]
| caption = The "Bat" logo for the series, as seen on the ''Batman: Arkham Collection'' box art, featuring the color schemes (from left to right) used on the ''Arkham Asylum'', ''Arkham City'' and ''Arkham Origins'' logos.
| developer = {{ubl|[[Rocksteady Studios]]|[[Warner Bros. Games Montréal]]|[[Splash Damage]]|[[NetherRealm Studios]]|[[Armature Studio]]}}
| publisher = {{ubl|[[Eidos Interactive]] (2009)|[[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]] (2009–present)}}
| creator = {{ubl|[[Rocksteady Studios]]|DC Entertainment}}
| writer = {{ubl|[[Paul Dini]]|[[Corey May]]|[[Dooma Wendschuh]]|[[Adam Beechen]]|Sefton Hill}}
| genre = [[Action-adventure game|Action-adventure]], [[Stealth game|stealth]]
| platforms = {{ubl|[[Android (operating system)|Android]]|[[iOS]]|[[Microsoft Windows]]|[[Nintendo 3DS]]|[[OS X]]|[[PlayStation 3]]|[[PlayStation 4]]|[[PlayStation Vita]]|[[Wii U]]|[[Xbox 360]]|[[Xbox One]]}}
| platform of origin = {{ubl|[[PlayStation 3]]|[[Xbox 360]]}}
| first release version = ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]''
| first release date = August 25, 2009
| latest release version = ''[[Batman: Arkham Origins]]'' ''[[Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate]]''
| latest release date = October 25, 2013
| website =
| composer = {{ubl|[[Ron Fish]], Nick Arundel|(''Arkham Asylum'' & ''Arkham City'')|[[Christopher Drake]]|(''Arkham Origins'')}}
}}

'''''Batman: Arkham''''' is a series of [[Action-adventure game|action-adventure]] [[video game]]s based on the [[DC Comics]] character [[Batman]], developed by [[Rocksteady Studios]]<ref name="Asylum" /><ref name="City" /> and [[Warner Bros. Games Montréal]], and published by [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]]. The first two Rocksteady games were written by veteran Batman writer [[Paul Dini]] and featured voice actors [[Kevin Conroy]] and [[Mark Hamill]] reprising their roles as Batman and [[Joker (comics)|Joker]], respectively, from the [[DC animated universe|DC Animated Universe]]. Other actors to reprise their roles from the DCAU include [[Arleen Sorkin]] as [[Harley Quinn]] in ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]'', [[C.C.H. Pounder]] as [[Amanda Waller]] and [[Robert Costanzo|Robert Costanza]] as [[Harvey Bullock (comics)|Harvey Bullock]], both in ''[[Batman: Arkham Origins|Arkham Origins]]''.

The first game, ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]'' (2009), focuses on Batman trying to prevent Joker from destroying [[Gotham City]] after he takes control of [[Arkham Asylum]]. The second game, ''[[Batman: Arkham City|Arkham City]]'' (2011), is set a year later, after [[Hugo Strange]] expands Arkham into a massive super-prison enclosing a dilapidated segment of Gotham City; Batman is incarcerated and must uncover the secret behind Strange's sinister scheme, "Protocol 10". ''[[Batman: Arkham Origins|Arkham Origins]]'' (2013) is a [[prequel]] set years before the events of ''Arkham Asylum'' in which a younger and less-refined Batman must deal with a bounty that has been placed on him by crime lord [[Black Mask (comics)|Black Mask]] and has lured eight deadly assassins to Gotham on Christmas Eve. The next and final Rocksteady installment, ''[[Batman: Arkham Knight]]'', is scheduled to be released in 2015 and is set one year after the events of ''Arkham City''. It features [[Scarecrow (DC Comics)|Scarecrow]] as the main villain and a mysterious new foe, called the Arkham Knight.

==Games==
{|class="wikitable" style="text-align: center"
|+ Games, by year and platform
|-
! scope="col" rowspan="2" | Title
! scope="col" rowspan="2" | Year
! scope="col" colspan="5" | Console
! scope="col" colspan="2" | PC
! scope="col" colspan="2" | Handheld
! scope="col" colspan="2" | Mobile
|-
! scope="col" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! scope="col" | [[PlayStation 4|PS4]]
! scope="col" | [[Wii U]]
! scope="col" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]
! scope="col" | [[Xbox One|XOne]]
! scope="col" | [[Mac OS X|Mac]]
! scope="col" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! scope="col" | [[Nintendo 3DS|3DS]]
! scope="col" | [[PlayStation Vita|Vita]]
! scope="col" | [[Android (operating system)|And]]
! scope="col" | [[iOS]]
|-
| ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]''
| 2009
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
|-
| ''[[Batman: Arkham City]]''<ref group="upper-alpha" name="Wii U">The Wii U edition was released under the title ''Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition''.</ref>
| 2011
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
|-
| ''[[Batman: Arkham City Lockdown]]''
| 2011
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| ''[[Batman: Arkham Origins]]''
| 2013
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
|-
| [[Batman: Arkham Origins (mobile)|''Batman: Arkham Origins'' (mobile)]]
| 2013
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| ''[[Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate]]''<ref group="upper-alpha" name="Blackgate">The console and PC editions were released under the title ''Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate Deluxe Edition''.</ref>
| 2013
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
|-
| ''[[Batman: Arkham Knight]]''
| 2015
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
| {{No}}
|-
| colspan="13" background: #F2F2F2" align="left" | '''Notes''' 
<references group="upper-alpha"/>
|}

===Main series===

====''Batman: Arkham Asylum'' (2009)====
{{main|Batman: Arkham Asylum}}
''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]'', the first game in the series, is written by veteran ''[[Batman (comic book)|Batman]]'' writer, [[Paul Dini]].<ref name="Asylum" /> [[Batman]] trying to stop his archenemy, the [[Joker (comics)|Joker]], who instigates an elaborate plot to seize control of [[Arkham Asylum]] and trap Batman inside with many of his incarcerated foes. With Joker threatening to detonate hidden bombs and unleash Titan, an experimental chemical based on [[Venom (DC Comics)|Venom]], around fictional [[Gotham City]], Batman is forced to fight his way through the asylum's inmates and put an end to the Joker's plans.

====''Batman: Arkham City'' (2011)====
{{main|Batman: Arkham City}}
''[[Batman: Arkham City]]'', set a year after the events of ''Arkham Asylum'', features a bigger cast of characters and a story again written by Paul Dini, along with Paul Crocker and Sefton Hill. Batman is incarcerated in Arkham City, a massive new super-prison enclosing the decaying urban slums of Gotham City. He must uncover the secret behind the sinister scheme, "Protocol 10", orchestrated by the facility's warden, [[Hugo Strange]]. Meanwhile, the Joker is dying due to the unstable properties of the Titan formula in his blood. After injecting Batman with his blood, Batman must work to find a cure. [[Mark Hamill]], who reprised his role of the Joker from the previous game, stated that ''Arkham City'' would be his last performance as the Joker.<ref name="HamillAC" />

====''Batman: Arkham Origins'' (2013)====
{{main|Batman: Arkham Origins}}
''[[Batman: Arkham Origins]]'', a prequel set many years before ''Arkham Asylum'', is developed by [[Warner Bros. Games Montréal]] and written by ''[[Assassin's Creed]]'' and ''[[Prince of Persia]]'' writers [[Corey May]] and [[Dooma Wendschuh]]. The game is the first in the series to feature multiplayer gameplay, with that content developed by [[Splash Damage]].<ref name="AOMultiplayer" /> The story follows a younger, less refined Batman, who has a bounty placed on his head by [[Black Mask (comics)|Black Mask]], drawing eight of the world's deadliest assassins to Gotham City on Christmas Eve while he also encounters [[Joker (comics)|Joker]] for the first time. [[Roger Craig Smith]] and [[Troy Baker]] voiced Batman and the Joker, respectively, who replace [[Kevin Conroy]] and Hamill from the previous two games.<ref name="Smith/BakerAO" />

====''Batman: Arkham Knight'' (2015)====
{{main|Batman: Arkham Knight}}

''[[Batman: Arkham Knight]]'', a sequel set one year after ''Arkham City'', is being developed once again by Rocksteady, and is scheduled to release on the [[PlayStation 4]], [[Xbox One]] and Windows on June 2, 2015.<ref name="ArkhamKnight2015" /> The game sees the return of the supervillain [[Scarecrow (DC Comics)|Scarecrow]], who unites several of Gotham City's greatest villains, including [[Penguin (comics)|Penguin]], [[Two-Face]] and [[Harley Quinn]], to destroy the Batman.<ref name="2014MarIGN"/><ref name="2014MarMCV"/> It is intended to be the final ''Arkham'' game by Rocksteady.<ref name="2014MarMetro"/> Kevin Conroy will reprise his role as Batman in the game.<ref name="ConroyAK" />

===Other games===

====''Batman: Arkham City Lockdown'' (2011)====
{{main|Batman: Arkham City Lockdown}}
''[[Batman: Arkham City Lockdown]]'', an [[iOS]] and [[Android (operating system)|Android]] game developed by [[NetherRealm Studios]], creators of ''[[Mortal Kombat (2011 video game)|Mortal Kombat]]'', is set before the events of ''Arkham City''. Batman has to stop criminals who are unleashed on the streets of Gotham City.

====''Batman: Arkham Origins'' (mobile) (2013)====
{{main|Batman: Arkham Origins (mobile)}}
[[Batman: Arkham Origins (mobile)|''Batman: Arkham Origins'']] is an iOS and Android game developed by NetherRealm Studios.<ref name="AOMobile" /> The game follows the same storyline as the main console version.

====''Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate'' (2013)====
{{main|Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate}}
''[[Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate]]'', is a [[PlayStation Vita]] and [[Nintendo 3DS]] game developed by [[Armature Studio]], set three months after the events of ''Arkham Origins''. Batman must investigate a mysterious explosion at [[Blackgate Penitentiary|Blackgate Prison]] that allows the inmates to take over. The game features voice acting. A deluxe edition featuring new maps, enemy encounters, difficulty levels, batsuits, and enhanced visuals from the original, was released on [[PlayStation Network]], [[Xbox Live Arcade]], [[Nintendo eShop]] and [[Microsoft Windows]] on April 1, 2014 in North America, and April 2, 2014 in Europe.<ref name="AOBDeluxe" />

===Collections===
On September 23, 2013, the ''Batman: Arkham Bundle'' was released in North America for the [[PlayStation 3]] and [[Xbox 360]], as a [[Greatest Hits (PlayStation range)|Greatest Hits]] and [[Platinum Hits]] collection, respectively. It features the [[List of Game of the Year awards|Game of the Year]] edition of ''Arkham Asylum'', which includes the "Totally Insane", "Nocturnal Hunter", "Crime Alley" and "Scarecrow Nightmare" challenge maps, and the Game of the Year edition of ''Arkham City'', which includes all [[Batman: Arkham City#Downloadable content|additional content]], including multiple skin DLC packs, as well as the extended story "Harley Quinn's Revenge".<ref name="Bundle" />

On November 22, 2013, the ''Batman: Arkham Collection'' was released in Europe for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Microsoft Windows. The collection features downloadable versions of ''Arkham Asylum'' and ''Arkham City'', and a physical copy of ''Arkham Origins''. In addition, the PlayStation 3 version features the ''Knightfall'' DLC pack for ''Arkham Origins'', while ''Arkham Asylum'' and ''Arkham City'' are the Game of the Year editions on Windows.<ref name="Collection" />

===Future===
At the conclusion of ''Arkham Origins'' and ''Origins Blackgate'', [[Amanda Waller]] approaches [[Deathstroke]], [[Deadshot]], [[Bronze Tiger]] and [[Rick Flag]] about joining the [[Suicide Squad]], hinting at a possible game or tie-in to the ''Arkham'' series, based around the team.<ref name="SuicideSquad" /> This correlates with knowledge that [[Geoff Johns]] provided in February 2012 that a ''Suicide Squad'' game was in development.<ref name="JohnsFeb2012" />

== Characters ==

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center; width:100%"
! align="center" width="10%" |
! align="center" width="10%" | ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]'' (2009)
! align="center" width="10%" | ''[[Batman: Arkham City]]'' (2011)
! align="center" width="10%" | ''[[Batman: Arkham City Lockdown]]''<ref name="ACL VA"/> (2011)
! align="center" width="10%" | ''[[Batman: Arkham Origins]]'' (2013)
! align="center" width="10%" | ''[[Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate]]'' (2013)
! align="center" width="10%" | ''[[Batman: Arkham Knight]]'' (2015)
|-
! [[Batman|Bruce Wayne Batman]]
| colspan="3" | [[Kevin Conroy]]<ref name="CastListAA" /><ref name="CastListAC" /><ref name="ACL Conroy/Hamill"/>
| colspan="2" | [[Roger Craig Smith]]<ref name="Smith/BakerAO" /><ref name="AOB Smith/Baker"/>
| Kevin Conroy<ref name="ConroyAK" />
|-
! [[Joker (comics)|The Joker]]
| colspan="3" | [[Mark Hamill]]<ref name="CastListAA" /><ref name="CastListAC" /><ref name="ACL Conroy/Hamill"/>
| colspan="2" | [[Troy Baker]]<ref name="Smith/BakerAO" /><ref name="AOB Smith/Baker"/>
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[James Gordon (comics)|James Gordon]]
| [[Tom Kane]]<ref name="CastListAA" />
| [[David Kaye]]<ref name="CastListAC" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| colspan="2" | [[Michael Gough (voice actor)|Michael Gough]]<ref name="GoughAO" /><ref name="AOBCast"/>
| {{N/A|TBA}}
|-
! [[Bane (comics)|Bane]]
| colspan="2" | [[Fred Tatasciore]]<ref name="CastListAA" /><ref name="BaneAC" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| [[J. B. Blanc|J.B. Blanc]]<ref name="Machinima E3" />
| ''(non-speaking appearance)''
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[Barbara Gordon|Barbara Gordon Oracle]]
| colspan="2" | [[Kimberly Brooks]]<ref name="CastListAA" /><ref name="Oracle/AzraelAC" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
|-
! [[Harley Quinn|Dr. Harleen Quinzel Harley Quinn]]
| [[Arleen Sorkin]]<ref name="CastListAA" />
| colspan="3" | [[Tara Strong]]<ref name="CastListAC" /><ref name="Costanzo/StrongAO" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| Tara Strong<ref name="March2014CVG" />
|-
! [[Riddler|Edward Nashton/Nigma The Riddler/Enigma]]
| colspan="2" | [[Wally Wingert]]<ref name="CastListAA" /><ref name="CastListAC" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| colspan="1" | Wally Wingert<ref name="Wingert/Kane/PounderAO"/>
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| Wally Wingert<ref name="March2014CVG" />
|-
! [[Killer Croc|Waylon Jones Killer Croc]]
| colspan="2" | [[Steven Blum]]<ref name="CastListAA" /><ref name="CastListAC" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| colspan="1" | [[Khary Payton]]<ref name="CrocAO" />
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[Poison Ivy (comics)|Pamela Isley Poison Ivy]]
| colspan="2" | [[Tasia Valenza]]<ref name="CastListAA" /><ref name="CastListAC" />
| Amy Carle
| colspan="3" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[Victor Zsasz]]
| colspan="2" | [[Danny Jacobs (actor)|Danny Jacobs]]<ref name="CastListAA" /><ref name="ZsaszAC" />
| colspan="4" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[Quincy Sharp]]
| colspan="2" | Tom Kane<ref name="CastListAA" /><ref name="CastListAC" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| colspan="1" | Tom Kane<ref name="Wingert/Kane/PounderAO"/>
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! Aaron Cash
| colspan="2" | Duane R. Shepard, Sr.<ref name="CastListAA" />{{citation needed|reason=Arkham City|date=June 2013}}
| colspan="4" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[Martha Wayne]]
| colspan="2" | Tasia Valenza<ref name="CastListAA" />{{citation needed|reason=Arkham City|date=June 2013}}
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[Creeper (comics)|Jack Ryder]]
| colspan="2" | [[James Horan (actor)|James Horan]]{{citation needed|reason=Arkham Asylum|date=July 2013}}<ref name="CastListAC" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[Scarecrow (DC Comics)|Jonathan Crane Scarecrow]]
| [[Dino Andrade]]<ref name="CastListAA" />
| colspan="4" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
|-
! [[Thomas Wayne]]
| Kevin Conroy<ref name="CastListAA" />
| ''(non-speaking appearance)''
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[Amadeus Arkham]]
| Tom Kane{{citation needed|date=June 2013}}
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! Frank Boles
| Danny Jacobs<ref name="CastListAA" />
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! Penelope Young
| [[Cree Summer]]<ref name="CastListAA" />
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! [[Alfred Pennyworth]]
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| [[Martin Jarvis (actor)|Martin Jarvis]]<ref name="CastListAC" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| Martin Jarvis<ref name="JarvisAO"/>
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! [[Penguin (comics)|Oswald Cobblepot The Penguin]]
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| [[Nolan North]]<ref name="CastListAC" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| colspan="3" | Nolan North<ref name="AOBCast"/><ref name="March2014CVG" /><ref name="NorthAO" />
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! [[Deadshot|Floyd Lawton Deadshot]]
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| [[Chris Cox (actor)|Chris Cox]]<ref name="CastListAC" />
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| colspan="2" {{N/A|TBA}}
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! [[Mad Hatter (comics)|Jervis Tetch Mad Hatter]]
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| [[Peter MacNicol]]<ref name="CastListAC" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| Peter MacNicol<ref name="MacNicolAO" />
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! [[Black Mask (comics)|Roman Sionis Black Mask]]
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| Nolan North<ref name="CastListAC" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| colspan="2" | [[Brian Bloom]]<ref name="AOBCast"/><ref name="BloomAO"/>
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
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! [[Catwoman|Selina Kyle Catwoman]]
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| [[Grey DeLisle]]<ref name="CastListAC" />
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| Grey DeLisle<ref name="AOB DeLisle"/>
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
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! [[Hugo Strange]]
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| colspan="2" | [[Corey Burton]]<ref name="CastListAC" />
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! [[Ra's al Ghul]]
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| [[Dee Bradley Baker]]<ref name="CastListAC" />
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! [[Talia al Ghul]]
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| [[Stana Katic]]<ref name="CastListAC" />
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|-
! [[Mr. Freeze|Victor Fries Mr. Freeze]]
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| Maurice LaMarche<ref name="CastListAC" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| Maurice LaMarche<ref name="LaMarcheAO" />
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! [[Two-Face|Harvey Dent Two-Face]]
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| colspan="2" | Troy Baker<ref name="CastListAC" />
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| Troy Baker<ref name="March2014CVG" />
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! [[Clayface|Basil Karlo Clayface]]
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| [[Rick D. Wasserman]]<ref name="CastListAC" />
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! [[Tim Drake|Tim Drake Robin]]
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| colspan="2" | Troy Baker<ref name="CastListAC" />
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|-
! [[Solomon Grundy (comics)|Solomon Grundy]]
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| colspan="2" | Fred Tatasciore<ref name="CastListAC" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
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! [[Hush (comics)|Thomas Elliot]]
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| Kevin Conroy<ref name="CastListAC" />
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! [[Calendar Man|Julian Day Calendar Man]]
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| Maurice LaMarche<ref name="CastListAC" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| ''(non-speaking appearance)''
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
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! [[Azrael (comics)|Azrael]]
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| [[Khary Payton]]<ref name="Oracle/AzraelAC" />
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! [[Vicki Vale]]
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| Grey DeLisle<ref name="ValeAC" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
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! Hammer
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| colspan="2" | Fred Tatasciore{{citation needed|date=June 2013}}
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! Sickle
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| Steven Blum{{citation needed|date=June 2013}}
| colspan="4" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
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! [[Dick Grayson|Dick Grayson Nightwing/Robin]]
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| ''(non-speaking appearance)''
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| [[Josh Keaton]]<ref name="KeatonAO" />
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! [[Deathstroke|Slade Wilson Deathstroke]]
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| Larry Grimm
| [[Mark Rolston]]<ref name="RolstonAO" />
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|-
! [[Copperhead (DC Comics)|Copperhead]]
| colspan="3" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| [[Rosa Salazar]]<ref name="SalazarAO"/>
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! [[Anarky]]
| colspan="3" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| [[Matthew Mercer]]<ref name="MercerAO" />
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! [[Alberto Falcone]]
| colspan="3" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
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! [[Gillian B. Loeb]]
| colspan="3" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[Gotham City Police Department#Former members|Branden]]
| colspan="3" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
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|-
! [[Firefly (DC Comics)|Garfield Lynns Firefly]]
| colspan="3" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| [[Crispin Freeman]]<ref name="FreemanAO" />
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[Electrocutioner|Lester Buchinsky Electrocutioner]]
| colspan="3" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| Steven Blum<ref name="BlumAO" />
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
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! [[Lady Shiva|Shiva]]
| colspan="3" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| [[Kelly Hu]]<ref name="HuAO" />
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[Amanda Waller]]
| colspan="3" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| colspan="2"| [[C. C. H. Pounder]]<ref name="Wingert/Kane/PounderAO"/>
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! Warden Martin Joseph
| colspan="3" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| colspan="2"| Khary Payton<ref name="PaytonAO" />
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[Harvey Bullock (comics)|Harvey Bullock]]
| colspan="3" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| [[Robert Costanzo]]<ref name="Costanzo/StrongAO" />
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[List of minor DC Comics characters#Kirigi|Kirigi]]
| colspan="3" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[GothCorp|Ferris Boyle]]
| colspan="3" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[Bronze Tiger]]
| colspan="4" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! [[Rick Flag|Rick Flag Jr.]]
| colspan="4" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
| colspan="1" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
|-
! Arkham Knight
| colspan="5" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
|-
! [[Jason Todd|Jason Todd Red Hood]]
| colspan="5" style="background:#d3d3d3;" |
| {{N/A|TBA}}
|}

==Other media==

===Comics===

==== ''Batman: Arkham Asylum – The Road to Arkham'' ====
A 16-page, single-issue comic, ''Batman: Arkham Asylum – The Road to Arkham'', was included in limited editions of ''Batman: Arkham Asylum''. It is a prequel to the game and is written by [[Alan Burnett]] and illustrated by Carlos D'Anda.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.comicvine.com/batman-arkham-asylum-the-road-to-arkham-1-the-road/4000-168735/ |title=Batman: Arkham Asylum - The Road to Arkham #1 - The Road to Arkham (Issue) |publisher=Comic Vine |accessdate=2014-10-11}}</ref>

===={{anchor|Arkham City comic}}''Batman: Arkham City''====
{{main|Batman: Arkham City (comic book)}}
Starting in May 2011, [[DC Comics]] released a five-issue miniseries titled ''Batman: Arkham City''. The miniseries was meant to bridge the gap between the story of ''Arkham Asylum'' and ''Arkham City'' the game. The series is written by Paul Dini, who wrote both ''Arkham Asylum'' and ''Arkham City'', and is drawn by ''Arkham Asylum'' and ''Arkham City'' concept artist Carlos D’anda. The miniseries picks up one year after ''Arkham Asylum'', where former Arkham Warden Quincy Sharp, now mayor of Gotham City, has decided to close down Arkham Asylum. He decides to create “Arkham City” as the new “home” for all of Gotham City’s thugs, gangsters and insane criminal masterminds, set in the heart of Gotham City. Inmates are under the watchful eye of Dr. Hugo Strange, and can roam free and do whatever they want as long as they don’t try to escape.<ref name="AC comic"/>

In addition, 8-page digital-first interludes were released to expand on the story included in the miniseries, were written once again Dini as well as Derek Fridolfs and drawn by a variety of artists. The interludes focus on Batman’s enemies as they vie for power within ''Arkham City''. The interludes were later included in print in the ''Batman: Arkham City'' collected edition.<ref name="AC comic"/>

====''Batman: Arkham Unhinged''====
{{main|Batman: Arkham Unhinged}}

''Batman: Arkham Unhinged'' is an original digital comic series that released in October 2011 alongside ''Arkham City'', the game. Derek Fridolfs is the main series writer and is drawn by many different artists. The stories spin directly out of events in the game itself, or are flashbacks to events prior to either game, allowing expansion on the background of the characters as they may have existed pre-''Arkham City''. The stories focus on Batman prominently, but some highlight the villains and the supporting characters as well. The stories were later released in print form.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dccomics.com/blog/2012/08/14/digital-first-spotlight-batman-arkham-unhinged|title=Digital First Spotlight: Batman: Arkham Unhinged|last=Beedle|first=Tim|date=August 14, 2012|accessdate=May 30, 2013}}</ref>

====''Batman: Arkham City – End Game''====
Released in May 2012 as digital-first comics, and later in print, ''Batman: Arkham City – End Game'' is set after the events of ''Arkham City'' and before its downloadable content, "Harley Quinn's Revenge". The story is written by Derek Fridolfs with art by Jason Shawn Alexander.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dccomics.com/comics/batman-arkham-city-%E2%80%94-end-game-2012/batman-arkham-city-%E2%80%94-end-game-1|title=BATMAN: ARKHAM CITY — END GAME #1|publisher=DC Comics|accessdate=May 30, 2013}}</ref>

===={{anchor|Arkham Origins comic}}''Batman: Arkham Origins''====
''Batman: Arkham Origins'' is a digital-first comic, based on the game of the same name. ''Batman: Arkham Origins'' is the first title to feature the new ''DC2 Multiverse'' technology, that features dynamic artwork, action sounds and the ability to integrate a soundtrack, and allowing the reader to determine the fate of each storyline and character, with multiple options and end results available in each comic chapter.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dccomics.com/blog/2013/06/04/dc-entertainment-brings-digital-comics-to-the-next-level-with-new-dc2-and-dc2#6|title=DC Entertainment Brings Digital Comics To The Net Level With New DC2 and DC2 Multiverse Innovations|author=Official Press - DC Entertainment|date=June 4, 2013|accessdate=June 4, 2013}}</ref> The comic, set across eight chapters, is a prequel to the game's story, and was created by digital studio, Madefire.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dccomics.com/blog/2013/12/19/batman-arrives-on-the-app-store-in-epic-new-interactive-graphic-novel-batman-arkham|title=Batman Arrives on the App Store in Epic New Interactive Graphic Novel 'Batman: Arkham Origins - A DC2 MultiVerse Graphic Novel'|author=Press Release|publisher=DC Comics|date=December 19, 2013|accessdate=December 19, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

===Film===

====''Batman: Assault on Arkham''====
{{main|Batman: Assault on Arkham}}
Announced on July 20, 2013, at [[San Diego Comic-Con International]], ''Batman: Assault on Arkham'' is based on the ''Arkham'' series. The animated film features new animations, as well as some voice talent that has been involved with the games that includes Kevin Conroy as Batman and Troy Baker as Joker. It was released on August 12, 2014.<ref name="AssaultArkhamRelease" /> The film is a sequel to ''Arkham Origins'',<ref name="GIAssaultonArkham" /> and takes place about two years before ''Arkham Asylum''.<ref>[http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=117996 Get a Sneak Peek at Batman: Assault on Arkham in a New Featurette - ComingSoon.net]</ref>

===Merchandise===
Starting in January 2011, [[DC Direct]] released two series of statues based on characters in ''Arkham Asylum''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://toynewsi.com/?itemid=15867|title=Batman: Arkham Asylum Series 1 Figures|last=Cochran|first=Jay|publisher=Toy News International|date=May 17, 2010|accessdate=July 26, 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://toynewsi.com/news.php?catid=10&itemid=15987|title=Batman: Arkham Asylum Series 2 Figures|last=Cochran|first=Jay|publisher=Toy News International|date=June 14, 2010|accessdate=July 26, 2013}}</ref> As well, DC Direct, and later DC Collectibles, released four series of statues based on characters in ''Arkham City'', starting in December 2011.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://toynewsi.com/index.php?itemid=17700|title=Batman: Arkham City: Series 1 Action Figures|last=Cochran|first=Jay|publisher=Toy News International|date=September 19, 2011|accessdate=July 26, 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://toynewsi.com/index.php?itemid=18066|title=Batman Arkham City Series 2 Figures From DC Direct|last=Cochran|first=Jay|publisher=Toy News International|date=December 13, 2011|accessdate=July 26, 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://toynewsi.com/index.php?itemid=18680|title=Batman: Arkham City Series 3 Figures|last=Cochran|first=Jay|publisher=Toy News International|date=May 14, 2012|accessdate=July 26, 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://toynewsi.com/news.php?catid=10&itemid=19472|title=Batman: Arkham City: Series 4 Figures|last=Cochran|first=Jay|publisher=Toy News International|date=November 12, 2012|accessdate=July 26, 2013}}</ref> On June 5, 2012, TriForce announced that they had acquired the license to create replicas of various weapons, gadgets and iconic objects from ''Arkham Asylum'' and ''Arkham City''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://toynewsi.com/index.php?itemid=18770|title=Batman: Arkham City and Arkham Asylum Prop Replicas|last=Cochran|first=Jay|publisher=Toy News International|date=June 5, 2012|accessdate=July 26, 2013}}</ref> DC Collectibles announced statues for release in October 2013 for ''Arkham Origins'',<ref>{{cite web|url=http://comicsalliance.com/dc-collectibles-debuts-more-batman-arkham-origins-action-figures-sdcc-2013/|title=DC Collectibles Debuts More 'Batman: Arkham Origins' Action Figures [SDCC 2013]|last=Goeliner|first=Caleb|publisher=ComicsAlliance|date=July 18, 2013|accessdate=July 26, 2013}}</ref> as well as [[Mattel]] announcing statues of their own, releasing in late 2013.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://comicsalliance.com/batman-arkham-origins-mattel-action-figures-deathstroke/|title=Mattel Reveals 'Batman: Arkham Origins' Batman and Deathstroke Action Figures|last=Goeliner|first=Caleb|publisher=ComicsAlliance|date=June 19, 2013|accessdate=July 26, 2013}}</ref>

===Appearances in outside media===
The game ''[[Injustice: Gods Among Us]]'' featured the ''Arkham City Skin Pack'', containing downloadable costumes for Batman, Catwoman, and the Joker, based on their appearances in ''Arkham City''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/175259-all-pre-order-bonuses-for-injustice-gods-among-us-revealed|date=2013-02-27|accessdate=2013-04-16|last=Perry|first=Spencer|publisher=SuperHeroHype|title=All Pre-Order Bonuses for Injustice: Gods Among Us Revealed}}</ref> An ''Arkham City'' skin is also available for Harley Quinn; however, unlike the other ''Arkham City'' skins, it must be unlocked through the [[iOS]] mobile app version.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://au.ibtimes.com/articles/466436/20130510/injustice-god-cheats-ios-unlockables.htm#.UbSVjfbwJnQ|title=Injustice: Gods Among Us iOS Unlockables for Console, Tips & Tricks to Play|last=Galang|first=Glida|date=May 10, 2013|accessdate=June 9, 2013}}</ref> In addition, the Arkham Asylum arena features appearances by Hugo Strange, Scarecrow, Killer Croc, Two-Face, Riddler, and Penguin, all of whom appear as they did in the previous ''Arkham'' games.

==Reception==
{{expand section|date=June 2013}}
{{VG Series Reviews
|updated = January 24, 2014
|game1 = [[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]
|gr1 = 92.07% (PS3)<ref name="AA GRPS3" /> 92.34% (X360)<ref name="AA GRX360" /> 91.89% (PC)<ref name="AA GRPC" />
|mc1 = 91 (PS3)<ref name="AA MCPS3" /> 92 (X360)<ref name="AA MCX360" /> 91 (PC)<ref name="AA MCPC" />

|game2 = [[Batman: Arkham City]]
|gr2 = 96.12% (PS3)<ref name="AC GRPS3" /> 93.89% (X360)<ref name="AC GRX360" /> 90.43% (PC)<ref name="AC GRPC" /> 84.87% (WiiU)<ref name="AC GRWiiU"/>
|mc2 = 96 (PS3)<ref name="AC MCPS3" /> 94 (X360)<ref name="AC MCX360" /> 91 (PC)<ref name="AC MCPC" /> 85 (WiiU)<ref name="AC MCWiiU" />

|game3 = [[Batman: Arkham City Lockdown]]
|gr3 = 72.78% (iOS)<ref name="ACL GR" />
|mc3 = 69 (iOS)<ref name="ACL MC" />

|game4 = [[Batman: Arkham Origins]]
|gr4 = 73.59% (PS3)<ref name="AO GRPS3" /> 73.14% (X360)<ref name="AO GRX360" /> 70.60% (WIIU)<ref name="AO GRWIIU" /> 73.57% (PC)<ref name="AO GRPC" />
|mc4 = 76/100 (PS3)<ref name="AO MCPS3" /> 74/100 (X360)<ref name="AO MCX360" /> 70/100 (WIIU)<ref name="AO MCWIIU" /> 74/100 (PC)<ref name="AO MCPC" />

|game5 = [[Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate]]
|gr5 = 69.50% (3DS)<ref name="AOB GRX3DS" /> 59.96% (Vita)<ref name="AOB GRXVita" />
|mc5 = 68/100 (3DS)<ref name="AOB MCX3DS" /> 61/100 (Vita)<ref name="AOB MCXVita" />
}}

The series overall has received widespread critical acclaim. ''Arkham Asylum'' holds [[Guinness World Records|Guinness World Record]] for Most Critically Acclaimed Superhero Game Ever based on an average Metacritic score of 91.67.<ref>[http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=22758], Batman: Arkham Asylum Awarded a Guinness World Record</ref> The game was praised as reaching to a darker side of Batman not seen in video games before. It was also acclaimed for its polished combat and stealth gameplay, as well as selection of gadgets under Batmans disposal and the extensive comic book lore and easter eggs implanted all over the map of Arkham Asylum. ''Arkham Asylum'' also received positive feedback for its choice in voice actors, such as Mark Hamill and Kevin Conroy as The Joker and Batman, respectively.

''Arkham City'' has received wider critical acclaim and won multiple awards including Game of the Year Award. It was heralded as taking the already innovative and intricate gameplay of its predecessor and largely expanding on it, as well as opening gameplay to a larger, greater detailed and intricate map. Hamill's return as a sick and dying Joker was very well taken by fans and critics alike, as well as the addition of other villains and heroes such as Robin, Catwoman, Hugo Strange, Calendar Man, and The Penguin.

''Arkham Origins'', while not as acclaimed as its predecessors, was still well received. The major consensus among critics was the game's lack of innovation and series advancement, citing the similar gameplay and atmosphere of the game before. This was largely attributed to the change in developers from Rocksteady to Warner Bros. Montreal. ''Arkham Origins'' was also criticized for its many bugs and glitches, especially on PC, as well as its odd and confined multiplayer. Most critics claimed that while it was a good game in and of itself, it didn't live up to the standards of the last two games.

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<ref name="HamillAC">{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2010/05/26/hamill-arkham-asylum-2-is-jokers-last-hurrah|title=Hamill's Last Performance as The Joker|last=Simmons|first=Alex|publisher=IGN|date=May 26, 2010|accessdate=June 29, 2013}}</ref>

<ref name="AOMultiplayer">{{cite web |last=Yin-Poole|first=Wesley |url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2013-07-31-batman-arkham-origins-multiplayer-skips-wii-u |title=Batman: Arkham Origins multiplayer skips Wii U |publisher=Eurogamer Network |work=Eurogamer|date=July 31, 2013 |accessdate=July 31, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6IWuGa1QM |archivedate=July 31, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AOMobile">{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/10/13/nycc-batman-arkham-origins-going-mobile|title=NYCC: Batman: Arkham Origins Going Mobile|last=Miller|first=Greg|publisher=IGN|date=October 12, 2013|accessdate=October 12, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Bundle">{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/09/18/batman-arkham-bundle-incoming|title=Batman Arkham Bundle Incoming|last=O'Brien|first=Lucy|publisher=IGN|date=September 17, 2013|accessdate=September 17, 2013|archiveurl= |archivedate= |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Collection">{{cite web|url=http://www.polygon.com/2013/11/14/5103670/batman-arkham-collection-release-date-asylum-city-origins|title=Three-game Batman: Arkham Collection coming to UK Nov. 22 (update)|last=Sarkar|first=Samit|publisher=Polygon|date=November 14, 2013|accessdate=November 16, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AOBDeluxe">{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/02/20/batman-arkham-origins-blackgate-coming-to-ps3-xbox-360-pc-and-wii-u|title=Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate Coming to PS3, Xbox 360, PC and Wii U|last=Karmali|first=Luke|publisher=IGN|date=February 20, 2014|accessdate=February 20, 2014}}</ref>

<ref name="2014MarIGN">{{cite web|first=Colin |last=Moriarty|title=The New Batman Game is Batman: Arkham Knight| url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2014/03/04/the-new-batman-game-is-batman-arkham-knight |publisher=[[IGN]] |date=March 4, 2014 |accessdate=March 4, 2014 |archiveurl=http://web.archive.org/web/20140304191218/http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/03/04/the-new-batman-game-is-batman-arkham-knight |archivedate=March 4, 2014 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="2014MarMetro">{{cite news | first =| last =| url =http://metro.co.uk/2014/03/04/batman-arkham-knight-is-next-gen-game-from-rocksteady-4410907/ | title =Batman: Arkham Knight is next gen game from Rocksteady – trailer now live |publisher =[[Associated Newspapers]] |work= [[Metro (British newspaper)|Metro]] | date =March 4, 2014 | accessdate =March 4, 2014| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E5TeHBgq |archivedate=March 4, 2014 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="2014MarMCV">{{cite web |first=Ben|last=Parfitt | url =http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/retailer-outs-batman-arkham-knight/0128992 | title =UPDATE: Retailer outs Batman Arkham Knight |date =March 4, 2014 | accessdate =March 4, 2014 | publisher = Intent Media | work=[[Market for Home Computing and Video Games]] | archiveurl=http://web.archive.org/web/20140304184335/http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/retailer-outs-batman-arkham-knight/0128992 |archivedate=March 4, 2014 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ArkhamKnight2015">{{cite web|url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2014/09/08/batman-arkham-knight-swoops-into-june-2015.aspx|title=Batman: Arkham Knight Swoops Into June 2015 With Two Collector's Editions|last=Futter|first=Mike|publisher=[[GameStop]]|work=[[Game Informer]]|date=September 8, 2014|accessdate=September 8, 2014|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6SROge2nT|archivedate=September 8, 2014|deadurl=no}}</ref>



<ref name="SuicideSquad">{{cite web|url=http://kotaku.com/todays-new-batman-games-tease-a-very-cool-possible-seq-1452114405|title=Today's New Batman Games Tease A Very Cool Possible Sequel|last=Totilo|first=Stephen|publisher=Kotaku|date=October 25, 2013|accessdate=October 27, 2013}}</ref>

<ref name="JohnsFeb2012">{{cite web|url=http://kotaku.com/5885093/geoff-johns-says-a-great-superman-video-game-needs-the-right-studio|title=Geoff Johns Says a Great Superman Video Game Needs the "Right Studio"|last=Narcisse|first=Evan|publisher=Kotaku|date=February 14, 2012|accessdate=October 27, 2013}}</ref>



<ref name="CastListAA">{{cite web|first= |last= |title=Batman: Arkham Asylum |url=http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/video-games/Batman-Arkham-Asylum/side-by-side/|publisher=Behind the Voice Actors |work= |date= |accessdate=March 9, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6F05nDSuP |archivedate=March 9, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastListAC">{{cite web|title=Batman: Arkham City|url=http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/video-games/Batman-Arkham-City/side-by-side/|publisher=Behind the Voice Actors|accessdate=June 29, 2013}}</ref>

<ref name="Oracle/AzraelAC">{{cite web|last=Carmichael |first=Stephanie |url=http://www.gamezone.com/products/batman-arkham-city/originals/the-heroes-and-villains-of-batman-arkham-city-part-two|title=The Heroes and Villains of Batman: Arkham City - Part Two |publisher=[[GameZone]] |date=November 30, 2011 |accessdate=November 5, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxYVz2a1 |archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="BaneAC">{{cite web|first=Joe |last=Russell| url = http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/08/01/batman-arkham-city-to-star-bane-as-an-ai-ally/ | title =Bane to fight alongside Batman in Batman: Arkham City | date = August 1, 2011 | accessdate =December 8, 2011 | publisher = Future Publishing| work = [[PC Gamer]] | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6ClCDrkJh|archivedate=December 8, 2011 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ZsaszAC">{{cite news|first=Nick| last=Cowen | url =http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/gamesblog/2011/sep/02/batman-arkham-city-interview | title =Batman Arkham City interview: superhero development | publisher =Guardian News and Media | work=[[The Guardian]] | date =September 2, 2011 | accessdate =January 20, 2013| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6DnhrbVE2|archivedate= January 20, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ValeAC">{{cite av media|url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A4mFjqkH7DQ&t=14m24s |title=Sac Anime 2013-Live from Arkham panel with Kevin Conroy and Grey Delisle|author=MSP|publisher=YouTube|date=January 9, 2013|accessdate=November 25, 2013|time=14:24}}</ref>

<ref name="ACL VA">{{cite web|url=http://ca.ign.com/articles/2011/12/22/batman-arkham-city-lockdown-review|title=Batman: Arkham City Lockdown Review|last=Goldfarb|first=Andrew|publisher=IGN|date=December 22, 2011|accessdate=September 10, 2013}}</ref>

<ref name="ACL Conroy/Hamill">{{cite web|url=http://newbreview.com/review-batman-arkham-city-lockdown/|title=Batman: Arkham City Lockdown Review 2|last=Mears|first=Luke|publisher=Newbreview|date=December 9, 2011|accessdate=September 10, 2013}}</ref>

<ref name="LaMarcheAO">{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/ericholmeslive/status/454228195660034048/|title=@Android00154 yep! Maurice has to be Freeze.|last=Holmes|first=Eric|publisher=Twitter|date=April 10, 2014|accessdate=April 10, 2014|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6OjW5xgHu|archivedate=April 10, 2014|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Smith/BakerAO">{{cite web| first = Sinan| last = Kubba | url =http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/20/batman-arkham-origins-stars-roger-craig-smith-as-batman-troy-b/ | title=Batman: Arkham Origins stars Roger Craig Smith as Batman, Troy Baker as Joker | publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=May 20, 2013 | accessdate=May 22, 2013 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Goa3cDOO |archivedate=May 22, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="NorthAO">{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/MoOk/status/345416073144836096|title=Glad you are loving the talent in Origins. One small correction - Nolan North plays Penguin, not Black Mask.|last=Mattes|first=Ben|publisher=Twitter|date=June 14, 2013|accessdate=June 19, 2013}}</ref>

<ref name="MacNicolAO">{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/ericholmeslive/status/362611027877167105|title=Yes it is! Peter MacNicol is amazing in the role. We had to bring him back.|last=Holmes|first=Eric|publisher=Twitter|date=July 31, 2013|accessdate=August 9, 2013}}</ref>

<ref name="BloomAO">{{cite web|url=http://www.illgaming.in/2013/06/the-villains-of-batman-arkham-origins-the-ill-speculations/|title=The Villains of Batman: Arkham Origins|last=Tathagata|first=Ray|date=June 28, 2013|accessdate=August 15, 2013|archiveurl= |archivedate= |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalazarAO">{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/ericholmeslive/statuses/358242081279442946|title=Copperhead is played by the very talented Rosa Salazar!|last=Holmes|first=Eric|date=July 19, 2013|accessdate=August 15, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="JarvisAO">{{cite web|url=http://www.digitalspy.ca/gaming/news/a477019/batman-arkham-origins-kevin-conroy-not-reprising-starring-role.html|title='Batman: Arkham Origins': Returning Voice Actors|last=Armitage|first=Hugh|date=April 29, 2013|accessdate=August 17, 2013|archiveurl= |archivedate= |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GoughAO">{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/ericholmeslive/status/370243428564873217|title=Nope. Our Jim Gordon is played by veteran Michael Gough. Prepare to take his arrow to your knee.|last=Holmes|first=Eric|date=August 21, 2013|accessdate=August 21, 2013}}</ref>

<ref name="AOB Smith/Baker">{{cite web|url=http://touch.vibe.com/vibe/#!/entry/watch-batman-fight-foes-in-arkham-origins-blackgate-trailer,5224babbc5f0cf15b37902d0|title=Breaking Down Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate Trailer|last=Clark|first=Kevin L.|publisher=VIBE Magazine|date=September 2, 2013|accessdate=September 11, 2013}}</ref>

<ref name="AOB DeLisle">{{cite web|url=http://moresay.com/2013/08/batman-arkham-origins-blackgate-is-under-new-management-animated-trailer/|title=Blackgate is Under New Management|last=Stamback|first=Brigador|publisher=Moresay|date=August 30, 2013|accessdate=September 14, 2013}}</ref>

<ref name="AOBCast">{{cite web|url=http://www.computerandvideogames.com/429167/batman-arkham-origins-blackgate-has-multiple-endings/|title=Voice Cast from Arkham Origins Confirmed for Blackgate|last=Hussain|first=Tamoor|publisher=ComputerAndVideoGames|date=September 12, 2013|accessdate=September 12, 2013}}</ref>

<ref name="BlumAO">{{cite web|url=http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/179753-nycc-another-assassin-revealed-for-batman-arkham-origins|title=NYCC: Another Assassin Revealed for Batman: Arkham Origins|last=Perry|first=Spencer|publisher=SuperHeroHype|date=October 12, 2013|accessdate=October 12, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RolstonAO">{{cite web|last=Eddie |first=Makuch |url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/mark-rolston-the-voice-of-deathstroke-in-batman-arkham-origins/1100-6415630/ |title=Mark Rolston the voice of Deathstroke in Batman: Arkham Origins |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]]| work=[[GameSpot]] | date=October 17, 2013|accessdate=October 17, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MercerAO">{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/matthewmercer/status/393794546905018368|title=Check out the release of ''Batman: Arkham Origins'' today! I'm extremely honored to be voicing Anarky, so keep an ear out|last=Mercer|first=Matthew|publisher=Twitter|date=October 25, 2013|accessdate=October 26, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PaytonAO">{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/kharypayton/status/394275853632143361|title=Yep. Warden Joseph. But u missed my other guy!|last=Payton|first=Khary|publisher=Twitter|date=October 26, 2013|accessdate=October 27, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Wingert/Kane/PounderAO">{{cite web|url=http://geeknation.com/game-review-batman-arkham-origins-plus-collectors-edition-extras/|title=Game Review - ''Batman: Arkham Origins'', Plus Collector’s Edition Extras|last=Clow|first=Chris|publisher=''[[GeekNation]]''|date=October 31, 2013|accessdate=November 3, 2013|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6KrrlSHbE|archivedate=November 3, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="HuAO">{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/KellyHu/status/394837236656906240|title="@JackieFiest: @KellyHu great job in @BatmanArkham! Recognized your voice in Shiva as soon as I heard it." Cool! Thanks! How's the game?|last=Hu|first=Kelly|publisher=Twitter|date=October 28, 2013|accessdate=October 28, 2013|archiveurl= |archivedate= |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Costanzo/StrongAO">{{cite web|url=http://www.capsulecomputers.com.au/2013/10/batman-arkham-origins-review/|title=Batman: Arkham Origins Review|last=Day|first=Andrew|publisher=Capsule Computers|date=October 29, 2013|accessdate=October 29, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CrocAO">{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/kharypayton/status/395287970569138176|title=And the correct answer is the baddest sewer dweller since C.H.U.D.: KILLER CROC! Congrats, @splinter48708! You got a signed pic coming!|last=Payton|first=Khary|publisher=Twitter|date=October 29, 2013|accessdate=October 29, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="KeatonAO">{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/joshkeaton/status/396766308101918722|title="@PainHybrid: @joshkeaton Do you voice Robin in the Batman Arkham Origins multiplayer?" guilty as charged|last=Keaton|first=Josh|publisher=Twitter|date=November 2, 2013|accessdate=November 3, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="FreemanAO">{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/CrispinFreeman/status/399039906066231296|title=Yes, that is me as Firefly.|last=Freeman|first=Crispin|publisher=Twitter|date=November 9, 2013|accessdate=November 9, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ConroyAK">{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/03/04/arkham-knight-has-no-multiplayer-kevin-conroy-returns-as-batman|title=Arkham Knight Has No Multiplayer, Kevin Conroy Returns as Batman|last=Dyer|first=Mitch|publisher=IGN|date=March 4, 2014|accessdate=March 4, 2014|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Npno1ccS|archivedate=March 4, 2014|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="March2014CVG">{{cite web|url=http://www.computerandvideogames.com/452194/batman-arkham-knight-detailed-batmobile-gameplay-new-villain-combat-tweaks-and-more/|title=Batman: Arkham Knight detailed: Batmobile gameplay, new villain, combat tweaks and more|last=Hussain|first=Tamoor|publisher=Computer and Videogames|date=March 4, 2014|accessdate=March 4, 2014|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6NpuyRQ72|archivedate=March 4, 2014|deadurl=no}}</ref>



<ref name="AC comic">{{cite web|url=http://www.dccomics.com/blog/2011/02/09/batman-arkham-city-comic|title=Batman: Arkham City comic book miniseries announced!|author=DCE Editorial|date=February 9, 2011|accessdate=May 30, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AssaultArkhamRelease">{{cite web|url=http://www.thewrap.com/comic-con-warner-bros-bringing-peter-jacksons-hobbit-finale-mad-max/|title=Comic-Con: Warner Bros. Bringing Peter Jackson's ‘Hobbit’ Finale, ‘Mad Max’|last=Sneider|first=Jeff|publisher=The Wrap|date=July 8, 2014|accessdate=June 18, 2014|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6RAQ0buUY|archivedate=June 18, 2014|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GIAssaultonArkham">{{cite web|first=Andrew|last=Reiner|title=Batman: Arkham Assault Movie Releasing On Blu-Ray, DVD This Summer|url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2014/05/16/batman-arkham-assault.aspx|publisher=GameStop|work=[[Game Informer]]|date=May 16, 2014|accessdate=May 16, 2014| archiveurl =http://web.archive.org/web/20140516170115/http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2014/05/16/batman-arkham-assault.aspx| archivedate =May 16, 2014| deadurl=no}}</ref>



<ref name="AA GRPC">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/952339-batman-arkham-asylum/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham Asylum (PC) reviews at |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[GameRankings]] |accessdate=March 10, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6FbkRRt3F |archivedate=April 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AA GRPS3">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/952338-batman-arkham-asylum/index.html|title=Batman: Arkham Asylum (PlayStation 3) reviews at |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[GameRankings]] |accessdate=March 10, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6FbkUA3c8|archivedate=April 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AA GRX360">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/952337-batman-arkham-asylum/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham Asylum (Xbox 360) reviews at |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[GameRankings]] |accessdate=March 10, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6FbkVt0b1 |archivedate=April 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AA MCPC">{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/batman-arkham-asylum|title=Batman: Arkham Asylum (PC) reviews at |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] | work=[[Metacritic]] |accessdate=April 3, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6FbkbXyHX |archivedate=April 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AA MCPS3">{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/batman-arkham-asylum |title=Batman: Arkham Asylum (PlayStation 3) reviews at |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] | work=[[Metacritic]] |accessdate=April 3, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Fbkffcxu |archivedate=April 3, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AA MCX360">{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/batman-arkham-asylum |title=Batman: Arkham Asylum (Xbox 360) reviews at |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] | work=[[Metacritic]] |accessdate=April 3, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6FbkhLJQl |archivedate=April 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AC GRPC">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/982135-batman-arkham-city/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham City (PC) reviews at |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[GameRankings]] |date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgVwnU0 |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AC GRPS3">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/981375-batman-arkham-city/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham City (PlayStation 3) reviews at |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[GameRankings]] |date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgbFWSO |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AC GRWiiU">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/wii-u/632942-batman-arkham-city-armored-edition/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham City - Armored Edition |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[GameRankings]] |date=November 18, 2012 |accessdate=November 27, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CUj9QT4Z |archivedate=November 27, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AC GRX360">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/981374-batman-arkham-city/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham City (Xbox 360) reviews at |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[GameRankings]] |date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgZavcN |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AC MCPC">{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/batman-arkham-city |title=Batman: Arkham City (PC) reviews at |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] | work=[[Metacritic]] |date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgdRduM |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AC MCPS3">{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/batman-arkham-city |title=Batman: Arkham City (PlayStation 3) reviews at |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[Metacritic]] |date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgjOkII |archivedate=February 21, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AC MCWiiU">{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/wii-u/batman-arkham-city---armored-edition |title=Batman: Arkham City - Armored Edition |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[Metacritic]] |date=November 18, 2012 |accessdate=November 27, 2012 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6CUjJJLxe |archivedate=November 27, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AC MCX360">{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/batman-arkham-city |title=Batman: Arkham City (Xbox 360) reviews at |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[Metacritic]] |date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Ebgi0FWY |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ACL GR">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/iphone/652584-batman-arkham-city-lockdown/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham City: Lockdown |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[GameRankings]] |date=December 14, 2011 |accessdate=May 29, 2013 |archiveurl= |archivedate= |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ACL MC">{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/ios/batman-arkham-city-lockdown |title=Batman: Arkham City: Lockdown |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[Metacritic]] |date=April 28, 2012 |accessdate=May 29, 2013 |archiveurl= |archivedate= |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AO GRPC">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/710577-batman-arkham-origins/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham Origins for PC |work=[[GameRankings]] |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |accessdate=January 24, 2014}}</ref>

<ref name="AO GRPS3">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/710576-batman-arkham-origins/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham Origins for PlayStation 3 |work=[[GameRankings]] |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |accessdate=January 24, 2014}}</ref>

<ref name="AO GRWIIU">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/wii-u/710578-batman-arkham-origins/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham Origins for Wii U |work=[[GameRankings]] |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |accessdate=January 24, 2014}}</ref>

<ref name="AO GRX360">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/710575-batman-arkham-origins/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham Origins for Xbox 360 |work=[[GameRankings]] |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |accessdate=January 24, 2014}}</ref>

<ref name="AO MCPC">{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/batman-arkham-origins |title=Batman: Arkham Origins for PC Reviews |work=[[Metacritic]] |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |accessdate=January 24, 2014}}</ref>

<ref name="AO MCPS3">{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/batman-arkham-origins |title=Batman: Arkham Origins for PlayStation 3 Reviews |work=[[Metacritic]] |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |accessdate=January 24, 2014}}</ref>

<ref name="AO MCWIIU">{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/wii-u/batman-arkham-origins |title=Batman: Arkham Origins for Wii U Reviews |work=[[Metacritic]] |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |accessdate=January 24, 2014}}</ref>

<ref name="AO MCX360">{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/batman-arkham-origins |title=Batman: Arkham Origins for Xbox 360 Reviews |work=[[Metacritic]] |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |accessdate=January 24, 2014}}</ref>

<ref name="AOB GRX3DS">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/710575-batman-arkham-origins/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate for Nintendo 3DS |work=[[GameRankings]] |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |accessdate=January 24, 2014}}</ref>

<ref name="AOB GRXVita">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/710575-batman-arkham-origins/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate for PlayStation Vita |work=[[GameRankings]] |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |accessdate=January 24, 2014}}</ref>

<ref name="AOB MCX3DS">{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/3ds/batman-arkham-origins-blackgate |title=Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate Nintendo 3DS |work=[[Metacritic]] |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |accessdate=January 24, 2014}}</ref>

<ref name="AOB MCXVita">{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/batman-arkham-origins-blackgate |title=Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate PlayStation Vita |work=[[Metacritic]] |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |accessdate=January 24, 2014}}</ref>

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Amadeus Arkham

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'''Amadeus Arkham''' is a [[fictional character]] in [[DC Comics]]' [[Batman (comic book)|Batman]] comic books, in which he was the founder of [[Arkham Asylum]], an institution for the criminally insane. He was created in 1984 for the entry for Arkham Asylum in ''Who's Who: The Definitive Directory of the DC Universe'' #1. The story was retold and expanded in 1989 in ''[[Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth]]''. The graphic novel is interspersed with flashbacks to Arkham founder Amadeus Arkham's life and childhood. The character currently appears in DC's [[The New 52]] as a [[protagonist]] of [[All Star Western]] alongside [[Jonah Hex]].

==Fictional character biography==
The Who's Who entry establishes that the Asylum was named after Elizabeth Arkham, the mother of founder Amadeus Arkham. The original name of the asylum was Arkham Hospital. Its dark history began in the early 1900s when Arkham's mother, having suffered from [[mental illness]] most of her life, committed [[suicide]] (It was later revealed that her son actually [[euthanasia|euthanized]] her, and repressed the memory). Amadeus Arkham decided, then, as the sole heir to the Arkham estate, to remodel his family home in order to properly treat the mentally ill, so others might not suffer as his mother had. Prior to the period of the hospital's remodeling, Arkham treated patients at the State Psychiatric Hospital in [[Metropolis (comics)|Metropolis]], where he and his wife, Constance, and daughter, Harriet, had been living for quite some time.

Upon telling his family of his plans, they moved back to his family home to oversee the remodeling. While there, Arkham received a call from the police notifying him that [[serial killer]] [[Mad Dog (DC Comics)|Martin "Mad Dog" Hawkins]] — referred to Arkham by Metropolis Penitentiary while at State Psychiatric Hospital — had escaped from prison, and sought his considered opinion on the murderer's state of mind. Shortly afterward, Arkham returned to his home to find his front door wide open. Inside, he discovered the [[rape]]d and mutilated bodies of his daughter and wife in an upstairs room, with Hawkins' nickname carved on Harriet's body.

The shock of the murders brings back the memory of killing his mother. For many years Elizabeth suffered delusions that she was being tormented by a supernatural creature, and would call to her son to protect her. One day, however, he finally sees what his mother saw - a great bat, a spectre of death. Taking a pearl-handled straight razor from his pocket, he cuts his mother's throat to end her suffering. He then blocks out the memory, and attributes her death to suicide.

Traumatized, Amadeus puts on his mother's wedding dress and takes out the pearl-handled razor. Kneeling in the blood of his family, he vows to bind the evil spirit of "The Bat", which he believes inhabits the house, through ritual and sorcery. He treats Hawkins for months until finally electrocuting him in a [[Electroconvulsive therapy|shock therapy]] session. This incident is treated as an accident by the authorities. Soon after, Arkham freefalls into madness. He continues his mission even after he is incarcerated in the Asylum himself; he scratches the words of the binding spell into the walls and floor of his cell with his fingernails until the day he dies.

Dr. Cavendish, another doctor in the asylum, believes he is a reincarnation of Amadeus and frees the inmates. Towards the end of the story he takes another doctor, Dr. Adams, hostage, dresses himself in the dress of Amadeus's mother, and relates Arkham's history to Batman before attempting to strangle Batman. Dr. Adams saves Batman by killing Cavendish with the same razor Amadeus used to kill his mother.

Amadeus's role in creating the asylum, Mad Dog's history with Amadeus, and Amadeus's murder of Mad Dog and descent into madness, have become canon, and are the origin of Arkham Asylum in all incarnations of the asylum since.

In ''[[The New 52]]'' (a reboot of the DC Comics universe), Amadeus Arkham was shown to have been the partner of the [[bounty hunter]] [[Jonah Hex]]. Amadeus was a psychologist who specializes in criminal behavior and lived in a mansion with his mother. Amadeus often partners up with Jonah Hex in an effort to solve a series of murders that were committed by the Gotham Ripper and even uncovered a child slavery operation run by Thurston Moody of the [[Court of Owls]].<ref>''All-Star Western'' #4</ref>

==In other media==
===Video games===
* The spirit of Dr. Amadeus Arkham was featured in ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]'' voiced by [[Tom Kane]]. The spirit of Arkham is unlocked by scanning several tablets scattered around Arkham, supposedly by Amadeus himself. They retell the story of Amadeus euthanizing his mother, the death of wife and daughter by Mad Dog, Mad Dog's death at the hands of Arkham's guards, and finally Amadeus' descent into madness. It is hinted (and later confirmed) that Warden [[Quincy Sharp]], who believes that he is Amadeus reincarnated, is responsible for the messages as evidenced by his attempts to kill [[Poison Ivy (comics)|Poison Ivy]], [[Killer Croc]], [[Joker (comics)|Joker]], and [[Harley Quinn]] being recorded onto the tablets. While there is no knowledge as to how he attempted to kill them, Sharp mentions his plans to [[Lobotomized|lobotomize]] Harley and attempt to kill Joker in his sleep, which is thwarted by the [[Scarecrow (DC Comics)|Scarecrow]]. If Batman scans all the tablets and comes back to the security office where he left Quincy Sharp, he will find in his place a final message telling Batman to continue his work. Amadeus' cell can also be found in the game, the entirety of its walls and floor covered with binding circles as in ''[[Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth]]''.

* In ''[[Batman: Arkham City]]'', it is revealed that Sharp's delusions of being Arkham's reincarnation were the result of drugs and hypnotherapy delivered by [[Hugo Strange|Dr. Hugo Strange]] with the help of [[Mad Hatter (comics)|Mad Hatter]]. Scanning items related to certain inmates reveal that Sharp had treated the inmates abusively, notably by locking Mad Hatter in the physically lowest cell in the Asylum with the clear intent of him never getting out (whether he meant to kill him is unclear), and again trying to murder Poison Ivy by locking her in a cell and letting her die of her Titan overdose caused by the Joker only for a priest covered in pollen to give Ivy the needed ingredients from the pollen to heal herself. Listening to the [[Blackgate Penitentiary|Blackgate]] inmates shows that some of them are aware of Sharp's inhumane treatments towards his patients (having occasionally been victims themselves) as well as Sharp often murdering his patients.

==References==
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==External links==
* [http://www.comicvine.com/amadeus-arkham/29-50547/ Amadeus Arkham] at Comic Vine

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Batman: Arkham City

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| title = Batman: Arkham City
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| developer = [[Rocksteady Studios]]
| publisher = [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]]
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| director = Sefton Hill
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| composer = Nick Arundel [[Ron Fish]]
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'''''Batman: Arkham City''''' is a 2011 [[Action-adventure game|action-adventure]] [[video game]] developed by [[Rocksteady Studios]] and released by [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]] for the [[PlayStation 3]] and [[Xbox 360]] [[video game console]]s, and [[Microsoft Windows]]. Based on the [[DC Comics]] superhero [[Batman]], it is the sequel to the 2009 video game ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]'' and the second installment in the ''[[Batman: Arkham]]'' series. It was released worldwide for consoles, beginning in North America on October 18, 2011, with a Microsoft Windows version following on November 22.

Written by veteran ''Batman'' writer [[Paul Dini]] with Paul Crocker and Sefton Hill, ''Arkham City'' is based on the franchise's long-running comic book [[mythos]]. In the game's main storyline, Batman is incarcerated in Arkham City, a massive new super-prison enclosing the decaying urban slums of fictional [[Gotham City]]. He must uncover the secret behind the sinister scheme, "Protocol 10", orchestrated by the facility's warden, [[Hugo Strange]]. The game's leading characters are predominantly voiced by actors from the [[DC animated universe|DC Animated Universe]], with [[Kevin Conroy]] and [[Mark Hamill]] reprising their roles as Batman and the [[Joker (comics)|Joker]], respectively. The game is presented from the [[third-person perspective]] with a primary focus on Batman's combat and stealth abilities, detective skills, and gadgets that can be used in both combat and exploration. ''Arkham City'' expands Batman's arsenal of gadgets and combat attacks and offers a more [[open world]] structure, allowing the player to complete side missions away from the primary storyline.

The game received critical acclaim, particularly for its narrative, character and world designs, and Batman's combat and navigation abilities. It was tied for the highest-rated video game of 2011 according to review aggregator [[Metacritic]], and was the recipient of several awards including: ''Game of the Year'', ''Best Action Game'', ''Best Action Adventure Game'', ''Best Adventure Game'', and ''Best Original Score'' from various media outlets. ''Arkham City'' was followed by several additional releases: a spin-off [[mobile game]], ''[[Batman: Arkham City Lockdown]]'', on December 7, 2011; a [[Game of the Year]] edition containing all of the game's [[downloadable content]] on May 29, 2012; and [[Wii U]] and [[OS X]] versions in November and December 2012, respectively. A successor, ''[[Batman: Arkham Origins]]'', was released in October 2013, and a narrative sequel, ''[[Batman: Arkham Knight]]'', is scheduled to be released in 2015.

==Gameplay==
[[File:Batman - Arkham City combat screenshot.JPG|thumb|left|Batman defeats an enemy in a demonstration of ''Arkham City''{{'}}s "Freeflow" combat system.]]
''Arkham City'' is an [[open world]]<ref name="OpenWorld"/> [[action-adventure game]] that incorporates elements of [[stealth game]] tactics.<ref name="Crypotograph"/> It is presented from the [[third-person perspective]], showing the playable character on screen and allowing the camera to be freely rotated around them.<ref name="GPlayThird"/><ref name="GPlayThird2"/> The Arkham City facility is open to the player from the beginning of the game, allowing them to freely travel anywhere within its boundaries.<ref name="OpenWorld"/> The player can opt to move silently throughout the game, using a combination of gadgets and stealth moves to sneak up on enemies and incapacitate them. Batman can use his cape to glide around the city, diving downward and swooping upwards to extend his flight, and he can use the [[Grappling hook|grapnel gun]]'s retracting rope to attach to out-of-reach ledges.<ref name="gi preview"/> As Batman, the player is able to use "Detective Vision", a visual mode that highlights elements of interest on-screen, such as character status, collectables, and clues; the mode is also used to perform [[Forensic science|forensic]] activities such as tracking the source of a sniper rifle round.<ref name="GPlayVision"/><ref name="GPlayVision2"/> The player has access to an in-game criminal database which includes forensic puzzles, as well as a network for hacking communication frequencies.<ref name="gi preview"/>

Using an improved version of the Freeflow combat system from ''Arkham Asylum'', the player can now counter multiple blows simultaneously, catch hurled projectiles, attack aerially, and administer a succession of consecutive strikes. Many of Batman's gadgets can now be used in combat.<ref name="gi preview"/> Enemies are armed with varying levels of armor and weapons; attacks from basic weapons like baseball bats and lead pipes inflict minor damage and can be countered, while guns deal significant damage. Certain enemies must be disarmed in specific ways before they can be neutralized in combat: enemies with [[Electroshock weapon|stun batons]] can only be attacked from behind; enemies with shields require aerial attacks to disarm; and enemies wearing body armor must be stunned with rapid successive strikes before they can be harmed.<ref name="GPlayWeapon1"/><ref name="GPlayWeapon2"/> Larger enemies must be tackled with stuns and combo attacks, and can be manipulated to take out their allies.<ref name="PlotDet3"/> Disputes between gangs allied to rival villains often spark [[turf war]]s, which complicate the player's ability to move about Arkham City.<ref name="gi preview"/> Combat, among other actions, rewards the player with [[experience point]]s that allow the player to periodically level Batman up and purchase upgrades for his [[Batsuit]], gadgets, and combat and stealth skills. Each category contains approximately 15 different upgrades. For instance, an upgraded grapnel gun can be used to remotely disarm enemies, while a combat upgrade makes it easier to activate special attacks.<ref name="GplayEXP1"/><ref name="GplayEXP2"/>

[[File:Batman - Arkham City screenshot.JPG|thumb|Batman uses a Remote Electrical Charge against TYGER personnel. ''Batman: Arkham City'' features an emphasis on the skillful use of gadgetry when facing armed enemies.]]
Some gadgets obtained in ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]'' are present at the start of ''Arkham City'', while others become available during play.<ref name="GPlayGadgets"/> Most of these have improved or new capabilities; for example, the [[Cryptography|Cryptographic]] Sequencer, used for hacking security consoles, can also monitor shortwave radio channels,<ref name="Crypotograph"/> while the [[Zip-line|line launcher]] can now be deployed as a tightrope or alter direction during flight.<ref name="GplayLauncher"/> Other equipment returning from the first game include: a remote-controlled [[batarang]]; Explosive Gel that can now be detonated to knock down enemies in combat;<ref name="Gadgets10"/> and the grapnel gun, which can now be used while gliding to facilitate transportation.<ref name="Gadgets10"/><ref name="RevTelegraph"/> New equipment in Batman's arsenal include: [[smoke bomb]]s that disorient opponents and assist with stealth tactics; a Remote Electric Charge (REC) gun that can stun enemies and temporarily power motors;<ref name="Gadgets10"/> Freeze Blast grenades that encase targets in ice and can be used within water to create makeshift platforms;<ref name="GPlayGadgets"/> and the Disruptor, which can remotely disable guns and explosive mines.<ref name="Gadgets10"/>

The game has approximately 40 hours of gameplay, with the main campaign lasting 25 hours and side missions lasting 15 hours. The side missions, which can be attempted at any time,<ref name="NowGamerPrev1"/> feature prominent characters from the Batman universe.<ref name="gi preview2"/> One such character, the [[Riddler]], provides 440 optional "Riddler challenges"<ref name="DesignRobin2"/> to solve. Most of these challenges consist of collecting trophies hidden throughout the city through the cunning use of gadgets to disable traps and barriers.<ref name="gi preview2"/><ref name="IgnPreview1"/> The player can mark Riddler trophies on the in-game map once found if they do not initially have the necessary equipment to complete the puzzle.<ref name="GplayLauncher"/><ref name="gi preview2"/><ref name="DesignRobin2"/> Additionally, the player can reveal the locations of Riddler trophies on the map by identifying the Riddler's henchmen with "Detective Vision" and interrogating them, which requires the player to save the henchmen for last in combat among a wave of enemies.<ref name="gi preview2"/><ref name="IgnPreview1"/> There are also environmental challenges which require the player to solve riddles by locating a specific item or location (which are rewarded with stories relating to the answer), and to locate question marks painted around the city, some of which can only be viewed in whole from certain vantage points.<ref name="GplayEXP1"/> After completing a select number of challenges, Batman must rescue a civilian hostage held in one of the Riddler's death traps.<ref name="GplayLauncher"/><ref name="GPlayRiddler1"/>

After completing the story mode on "normal" or "hard" difficulties, a "New Game Plus" mode is unlocked, enabling the player to replay the game with all of the gadgets, experience, and abilities that they have attained; enemies are tougher and the on-screen icon that warns players of imminent attacks is disabled.<ref name="GameNGPlus"/> ''Arkham City'' features a series of challenge maps separate from the game's story mode. The maps focus on the completion of specific goals, such as eliminating successive waves of enemies in combat, subduing patrolling enemies while employing stealth, or traveling to a specific location as efficiently as possible. The methods and variety of abilities used to achieve these goals earn an overall performance score that is ranked online against other players.<ref name="GPlayChallenge1"/><ref name="GPlayChallenge2"/>

{{anchor|Catwoman}}[[Catwoman]] is another playable character available via the ''Catwoman'' campaign, which was initially [[downloadable content]] (DLC) on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 consoles but was later included with the PC version and ''Game of the Year'' editions.<ref name="FinancialPost"/><ref name="ReleaseGOTY2"/><ref name="DLCCATPC1"/> Catwoman's campaign features her own heist-focused storyline that intersects with the main story at specific points in the game. Her combat emphasizes agility and allows for the use of unique weapons such as clawed [[Gauntlet (glove)|gauntlets]], [[bolas]], and her iconic whip.<ref name="CastCatWoman2"/><ref name="GPlayCat2"/><ref name="DLCCatwoman"/> A portion of the Riddler challenges are specific to Catwoman and can only be completed by her.<ref name="CastCatWoman2"/> Batman's allies [[Tim Drake|Robin]]<ref name="CastRobin"/> and [[Dick Grayson|Nightwing]] are also playable via optional DLC and feature their own combat abilities and gadgets.<ref name="DevGuardian"/><ref name="DLCRobin"/> Both characters are available in the challenge maps, while Robin has his own main story narrative.<ref name="DevGuardian"/><ref name="DLCQuinn1"/>

The PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions of ''Arkham City'' include a [[stereoscopic 3D]] (S3D) mode for 3D HDTVs and for 2D HDTVs via [[Anaglyph 3D#Inficolor 3D|Inficolor 3D]] glasses, while the PC version supports Nvidia 3D Vision on compatible monitors.<ref name="JoystiqPrev1"/> It uses [[Darkworks#TriOviz for Games Technology|TriOviz for Games Technology]], which is integrated with [[Unreal Engine 3]].<ref name="JoystiqPrev1"/><ref name="GPlayTriOviz"/> The Wii U version uses the Wii U's [[Wii U GamePad|touch screen controller]] to let the player manage Batman's equipment and upgrades, selectively detonate Explosive Gel placements, and view a map of the city. The Wii U version adds a Sonar mode which highlights points of interest nearby, and the Battle Armored Tech Mode (BAT Mode) that allows Batman to accrue energy during combat and, when activated, inflict increased damage.<ref name="RelDateWiiU"/>

==Synopsis==

===Characters===

[[File:Mark Hamill 07.jpg|thumb|upright|Actor [[Mark Hamill]] was reluctant to return for the sequel, wanting to leave the Joker role on a "high note", but relented after learning of the involvement of [[Paul Dini]] and [[Kevin Conroy]].<ref name="CastJoker2"/>]]
''Arkham City'' features a large ensemble cast of characters from the history of ''Batman'' comics. Returning characters from ''Arkham Asylum'' include Batman ([[Kevin Conroy]]),<ref name="reallydark"/> the [[Joker (comics)|Joker]] ([[Mark Hamill]])—in what Hamill stated would be his final time voicing the character<ref name="hamill twitter"/>—Warden-turned-Mayor [[Quincy Sharp]] ([[Tom Kane]]), police Commissioner [[James Gordon (comics)|James Gordon]] ([[David Kaye]]),<ref name="CastList4"/> and reporter [[Creeper (comics)|Jack Ryder]] ([[James Horan (actor)|James Horan]]).<ref name="CastList5"/> Returning villains include the Riddler ([[Wally Wingert]]),<ref name="CastRiddler"/> [[Victor Zsasz]] ([[Danny Jacobs (actor)|Danny Jacobs]]),<ref name="DevGuardian"/><ref name="CastList5"/> [[Bane (comics)|Bane]] ([[Fred Tatasciore]]),<ref name="CastBane"/><ref name="CastDavidKaye"/> and [[Poison Ivy (comics)|Poison Ivy]] ([[Tasia Valenza]])<ref name="CastDavidKaye"/><ref name="CastIvy"/> Joker's sidekick [[Harley Quinn]] also returns, voiced by [[Tara Strong]], who replaces [[Arleen Sorkin]].<ref name="CastList5"/> Batman's supporting cast introduces Catwoman ([[Grey DeLisle]]),<ref name="CatwomanVoice" /> Robin ([[Troy Baker]]),<ref name="CastRobin"/><ref name="CastTwoFace"/> and Batman's butler [[Alfred Pennyworth]] ([[Martin Jarvis (actor)|Martin Jarvis]]),<ref name="CastList4"/> who provides radio support alongside the returning [[Barbara Gordon|Oracle]] ([[Kimberly Brooks]]).<ref name="CastList4"/> Nightwing appears as a playable character outside of the main story via challenge maps.<ref name="CastNightwing"/>

Other characters marking their debut in the series include the manipulative warden of Arkham City, [[Hugo Strange]] ([[Corey Burton]]),<ref name="Casthugo"/> [[Two-Face]] (also voiced by Baker),<ref name="CastTwoFace"/> and the [[Penguin (comics)|Penguin]] ([[Nolan North]]).<ref name="CastPenguin"/> [[Stana Katic]] lends her voice as [[Talia al Ghul]],<ref name="CastTalia"/> while [[Maurice LaMarche]] voices both [[Mr. Freeze]]<ref name="CastFreeze"/> and [[Calendar Man]].<ref name="CastList4"/> Other characters include the undead zombie [[Solomon Grundy (comics)|Solomon Grundy]] (also voiced by Tatasciore), the shapeshifter [[Clayface]] ([[Rick D. Wasserman]]), the [[League of Assassins]]'s leader, [[Ra's al Ghul]] ([[Dee Bradley Baker]]),<ref name="CastList4"/> the mind-controlling [[Mad Hatter (comics)|Mad Hatter]] ([[Peter MacNicol]]),<ref name="CastList4"/><ref name="CastHatter"/> and the assassin [[Deadshot]] ([[Chris Cox (actor)|Chris Cox]]), who has infiltrated Arkham City to kill several high-profile character targets.<ref name="CastList4"/><ref name="CastDeadshot"/> The villain [[Hush (comics)|Hush]] (also voiced by Conroy),<ref name="CastList4"/> the mysterious [[Azrael (comics)|Azrael]] ([[Khary Payton]]),<ref name="CastList4"/> and reporter [[Vicki Vale]] (also voiced by DeLisle).<ref name="CastVicki"/><ref name="ValeVoice" /> [[Black Mask (comics)|Black Mask]] (also voiced by North),<ref name="CastBlack"/> [[Killer Croc]] ([[Steven Blum]]),<ref name="CastDavidKaye"/> and Freeze's wife, [[Nora Fries]], make cameo appearances in the game.<ref name="CastList2"/><ref name="CastList3"/>

===Setting===
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The events of ''Arkham City'' are set one year after ''Batman: Arkham Asylum''.<ref name="Setting1"/> [[Quincy Sharp]], the asylum's erstwhile director, has taken sole credit for halting the Joker's armed siege, using this distinction to become mayor of [[Gotham City]]. Declaring both the asylum and [[Blackgate Penitentiary]] no longer suitable to contain the city's detainees, Sharp's administration orders both facilities closed and he purchases Gotham's most notorious slums, converting them into an immense prison enclosure known as Arkham City. This facility is subsequently placed in the care of psychiatrist Hugo Strange—who is secretly manipulating Sharp—and monitored by a rogue [[private military company|private military firm]], TYGER Security.<ref name="Setting2"/> Strange permits inmates to do as they please, provided escape is not attempted. A wary Batman maintains his own vigil over the new project, concerned that the chaotic situation there will get out of hand.<ref name="gi preview"/> Meanwhile, the Joker is suffering from a potentially fatal disease caused by his previous consumption of the Titan formula, an unstable [[Venom (DC Comics)|steroid serum]] which turns men into maddened monsters.<ref name="Setting2"/><ref name="Setting10"/>

===Plot===
At a press conference held by Bruce Wayne to declare his opposition to Arkham City, TYGER mercenaries arrest and imprison him in Arkham City. Hugo Strange discloses his knowledge of Wayne's dual identity as Batman before releasing him into the prison's criminal populace.<ref name="PlotDet10"/><ref name="WayneCaptured"/> While Strange prepares to commence "Protocol 10", Wayne obtains his equipment via airdrop from Alfred Pennyworth, allowing him to become Batman. He first saves Catwoman from being executed by Two-Face, who hopes to gain respect by murdering her.<ref name="GPlayVision"/> After Joker attempts to assassinate Catwoman, Batman tracks him to his hideout in the Sionis Steelmill, believing Joker may know the truth behind Protocol 10.<ref name="GPlayVision2"/><ref name="DesignVision2"/>

There, Batman learns that the unstable properties of the Titan formula are mutating in Joker's blood, gradually killing him. Joker captures Batman and performs a [[blood transfusion]] on him, infecting him with the same fatal disease.<ref name="DesignVision2"/><ref name="BatmanInfected"/> Joker also reveals that Gotham hospitals have been poisoned with his infected blood. Desperate to save himself and innocent citizens, Batman seeks out Mr. Freeze, who had been developing a cure but has since been kidnapped by the Penguin.<ref name="PlotDet3"/><ref name="PlotDet5"/>

Tracking Penguin to the Cyrus Pinkney National History Institute, Batman defeats his forces, his imprisoned monster Solomon Grundy, and ultimately the Penguin himself, before liberating Mr. Freeze.<ref name="PlotDet3"/><ref name="PlotDet4"/> Freeze tells Batman that he has already developed the cure, but its instability renders it useless. Batman deduces that the restorative properties of Ra's al Ghul's blood can complete the cure. Batman tracks one of Ra's al Ghul's assassins to his underground lair, leading Batman into a confrontation with Ra's and his daughter Talia, Batman's former lover.<ref name="PlotDet5"/><ref name="PlotDet4"/> With Ra's al Ghul's blood, Freeze is able to develop an antidote, but it is stolen by Harley Quinn before Batman can use it.<ref name="Quinnhascure"/>

When he returns to the Joker, Batman finds him restored to health. While the two fight, Strange activates Protocol 10, which is revealed to be a scheme to wipe out the entire population of Arkham City and destroy the criminal element of Gotham. The TYGER troops begin mass executions, while Strange launches missile strikes from his base in Wonder Tower. A missile hits the steelmill, burying Batman under rubble. Before Joker can take advantage of the situation, Talia arrives and offers him immortality in exchange for sparing Batman's life. After escaping with the help of Catwoman, Batman is convinced by Alfred to end Protocol 10 before pursuing Talia and Joker.<ref name="PlotDet"/>

Batman infiltrates Wonder Tower and disables Protocol 10. Ra's al Ghul is revealed to be the true mastermind behind Arkham City and mortally wounds Strange for failing to defeat Batman.<ref name="PlotDet"/> With his dying breath, Strange activates "Protocol 11", the self-destruction of Wonder Tower. Batman and Ra's escape, but Ra's commits suicide rather than risk capture. Joker contacts Batman, threatening to kill Talia unless Batman meets him at the Monarch Theater. Once Batman arrives, Joker demands the cure but is stabbed and apparently killed by Talia while distracted. While Talia admits to stealing the cure from Quinn,<ref name="TaliahasCure"/> she is killed by a second Joker, still stricken with the disease.<ref name="PlotDet"/><ref name="PlotDet2"/> The healthy Joker that Talia stabbed then reanimates into the shapeshifting Clayface, who is revealed to have been masquerading as a healthy Joker at the ailing villain's request.<ref name="JokerasClayface"/>

Batman incapacitates Clayface, but Joker blows up the theater floor, sending Batman plummeting into Ra's' lair below. Batman destroys Ra's' rejuvenating [[Lazarus Pit]] before the Joker can use it, and drinks a portion of the antidote. Batman debates curing his foe, but before he can act, Joker attacks Batman and inadvertently smashes the antidote vial. Batman admits that in spite of everything Joker had done, he would have saved him. After Joker finally succumbs to his illness and dies, Batman carries his body out of Arkham City. As Commissioner Gordon asks what happened, Batman places Joker's body on the hood of a police car and leaves in silence.<ref name="Setting10"/><ref name="PlotDet2"/>

==Development==

===Concept===
[[File:Paul Dini.jpg|thumb|upright|Veteran ''[[Batman (comic book)|Batman]]'' comic book writer [[Paul Dini]], pictured in 2007. After writing ''Arkham Asylum'', Dini reprised his duties for ''Arkham City''.]]
Rocksteady conceived an idea for a sequel before development of ''Arkham Asylum'' had concluded, developing ideas for both the story and setting so the games' narratives could be effectively connected; a secret room was hidden in the asylum warden's office in ''Arkham Asylum'' containing hints of how the sequel would progress, including blueprints for the Arkham City prison;<ref name="DevSecretRoom"/><ref name="DevGSHill"/> the blueprints are quite similar to its final layout in ''Arkham City''.<ref name="DevGuardian"/> The original idea was to take the game out of the asylum setting and onto the streets of Gotham City while retaining the level of design detail put into the asylum. To that end they wanted to include locations from the Batman mythos that were notable and meaningful to the character, instead of a series of generic streets; Rocksteady was initially unsure how technical considerations would limit the scope of this idea.<ref name="DevGuardian"/>

Serious development of the game's story and concept started in February 2009, as teams were moved from ''Arkham Asylum'' to ''Arkham City''{{'}}s development as they completed the work on that game.<ref name="IGNHill"/> By the time they had programmed Batman to dive and glide between buildings of the asylum, the adaption of the gameplay to the city was considered natural.<ref name="DevGSHill"/> Rocksteady decided to not include the [[Batmobile]], because it would be unable to travel on the city's broken terrain, Batman's gliding provided a sufficient means of transportation, and it was considered that putting Batman in any vehicle would make it a completely different game.<ref name="DevGuardian"/> Sefton Hill, ''Arkham City''{{'}}s director from Rocksteady Studios, stated that a key goal for the game was to deliver the "'Batman in Gotham' feeling."<ref name="DevGSHill"/> The sequel was described by Conroy as "really, really dark". While relating the game's dark nature to the animated movie ''[[Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker]]'', Conroy also said, "It involves a lot of the villains and it goes to that area – it's that dark."<ref name="reallydark"/>

===Design===
As part of the "Batman in Gotham" design philosophy, Batman's arsenal of moves and actions were expanded. Although the team developed several ideas for new moves, gadgets and abilities, they only went forward with those that they felt would be authentic to Batman.<ref name="DevGSHill"/> They also chose to have Batman start the game with access to the gadgets unlocked in ''Arkham Asylum'', to convey the impression that Batman is fully prepared for the inevitability of things going wrong in Arkham City.<ref name="DevGuardian"/> The studio reviewed the play and combat systems used in ''Arkham Asylum'', and built the new moves as natural extensions of the existing system as a means to "add even more depth and gameplay instead of changing them fundamentally".<ref name="DevGSHill"/> The number of animations were doubled to reflect the larger arsenal of moves at the player's disposal.<ref name="DevGSHill"/> The X-ray-like "Detective Vision" mode used to highlight certain objects in-game was redeveloped for ''Arkham City'' because it was considered to be too useful in ''Arkham Asylum'', resulting in some players using it throughout almost the entire game; the visual effect also obscured the game's design aesthetic.<ref name="GSpotPreview"/> One idea was to introduce a time limit on its use, but it was considered that Batman "wouldn't make a gadget like that".<ref name="DevVision"/> Instead, the mode was designed to be difficult to use in certain situations such as obscuring navigational information, and combat where enemy strikes will blur the screen when "Detective Vision" is active.<ref name="DesignVision2"/><ref name="DesignVision3"/> Rocksteady art director David Hego described the new "Detective Vision" as an "augmented reality mode".<ref name="GSpotPreview"/>

Another way the developers wished to enhance the player's Batman experience was through the larger game world. ''Arkham City'' has a virtual footprint five times larger than that of ''Arkham Asylum'', and the navigational aspects were improved to offer the player "the freedom and exhilaration of gliding down alleyways and soaring above the skyline".<ref name="DevGSHill"/> Though the concepts were compared to an open world game, Hill notes that such freeform nature would not be appropriate for a Batman game because it would inhibit the atmosphere they wanted to create, and that ''Arkham City'' was designed to challenge the player to think like Batman to survive.<ref name="DevGSHill"/> To counterbalance the larger game world, the developers also sought to include more challenges and side missions while keeping the player alert as to the primary mission, such that the players constantly are aware of "extreme pressure of the challenges that they face".<ref name="DevGSHill"/> The Riddler Trophies were designed towards the end of the game's development and were incorporated into every area of the map without overpopulating it, resulting in 440 trophies. Rocksteady aimed to make the player think creatively when collecting trophies by requiring the use of gadgets to solve puzzles, rather than placing the trophies in obscure areas of the map as mere collection items.<ref name="DesignRobin2"/>

With the open game world, Rocksteady included more villains to create challenges for Batman. Hugo Strange was selected as a primary antagonist, as his power and controlling manner help maintain the lockdown on Arkham City once Batman enters. Strange is aware of Batman's true identity, making Batman "vulnerable and exposed in a way that he has never been before", according to Hill. He noted that Strange is a character new to many players but that his backstory and character are detailed throughout the game.<ref name="IGNHill"/> Catwoman was also included based on her long history with Batman, though she was given her own agenda running parallel to the events within Arkham City.<ref name="IGNHill2"/> Catwoman's missions initially ended with her coming to Batman's aide, but late in development, the developers decided to give the player an alternate choice, allowing them to have the morally-grey Catwoman leave the city with her loot; the addition was implemented in two days.<ref name="DesignCVGEnding"/> Batman's sidekick Robin also appears, featuring a shaved head and contemporary costume design that were intended to move away from his traditional "Boy Wonder" image. Senior concept artist Kan Muftic explained: "Our vision of Robin is the one of a troubled young individual that is calm and introverted at times, but very dangerous and aggressive if provoked. The shaved head is inspired by cage fighters, because we thought that Robin might be doing that in his spare time to keep him on his toes. Still, we kept all the classic trademarks of Robin's appearance, such as the red and yellow colors of his outfit, the cape and the mask."<ref name="DesignRobin"/> Rocksteady originally did not plan to include Robin in the main story but later decided to as an authentic means of delivering new gadgets to Batman, as well as to introduce their version of the character and his relationship with Batman.<ref name="DesignRobin2"/>

Rocksteady intended for Batman, Catwoman, and Robin to offer three different playing experiences.<ref name="DevGuardian"/> Other villains from Batman's comic history were selected to show that the prison was a melting pot of people from Gotham. The developers believed that providing a small part of each villain's story rather than focusing on a select few allowed the player to meet many more characters and effectively conveyed the feeling of being in a superprison filled with supervillains.<ref name="DesignRobin2"/> Rocksteady decided early on that the Joker would die in the story, and developed the idea of him poisoning Batman with the same affliction, in order to show how the two diametrically opposed characters would interact in pursuit of a shared goal. Warner Bros. and Dini did not oppose killing off the character as long as it was not done for shock value, and as long as they made it clear that Batman was not at fault, since he would not intentionally kill someone.<ref name="DesignCVGEnding"/>

The developers had considered adding a multiplayer element to the game, but ultimately decided against it. According to Hill, "If we use all of the energy that is required to create multiplayer and instead focus this on the single player, would that deliver a better overall game?", and decided in the affirmative.<ref name="IGNHill2"/>

Variety was added to the city itself, as certain areas were designed around the villains that control that particular territory. Dax Ginn, marketing game manager at Rocksteady Games, said, "If you move into Joker's territory, you get a very Joker-ized experience, and all the artwork on the buildings – whether that's graffiti, signage, or whatever it might be – gives you a dense kind of Joker experience. So our art team has really put a lot of effort in making that sort of transition between one turf zone to another – really helping the player feel like they're making a physical transition into another emotional space."<ref name="RevVG247"/> The architecture was imbued with 19th century [[Art Nouveau]] design, such as Strange's Wonder Tower which was inspired by the [[Eiffel Tower]], while characters designs employed a modern [[Hyperrealism (visual arts)|Hyperrealism]] style. To keep the environments interesting, base color schemes such as Mr Freeze's ice-themed area, Joker's fire-themed steel mill, and Poison Ivy's jungle-themed area were populated with contrasting elements: for example, the steel mill uses large, white clown faces to contrast the oranges and reds used throughout.<ref name="DevArtHego"/> To develop the expanded environment of ''Arkham City'' and build a "natural urban environment" for Batman, Rocksteady expanded its workforce from 75 to over 100 people.<ref name="RevBestof11"/>

===Music===
{{main|Music of Batman: Arkham City}}
The game's release was accompanied by two albums of music released by [[WaterTower Music]].<ref name="MusicScore1"/><ref name="MusicSoundtrack3"/> ''Batman: Arkham City – Original Video Game Score'' was released on October 18, 2011, and features 19 tracks written for the game by ''Arkham Asylum'' composers Nick Arundel and [[Ron Fish]].<ref name="MusicScore1"/> ''Batman: Arkham City – The Album'' was released on October 4, 2011, via CD and [[digital distribution|digital download]]. The album contains 11 original songs inspired by the game from mainstream artists including [[Daughtry (band)|Daughtry]], [[Panic! at the Disco]], and [[Coheed and Cambria]]. An additional song was made available via the Collector's edition of the album,<ref name="MusicSoundtrack3"/><ref name="MusicSoundtrack4"/> and the Deluxe edition included a portion of Arundel's original score.<ref name="MusicSoundtrack1"/>

==Marketing==
''Arkham City''{{'}}s marketing campaign was designed to reach an audience outside of superhero fans and appeal to consumers who are attracted to games like the [[first-person shooter]] series ''[[Call of Duty]]''. Warner Bros.' marketing team decided that Batman's status as a cultural icon and superhero was unavoidable, so they decided to emphasize other elements of the character that could appeal to fans of first-person shooters and [[action game]]s. Black and white photographs of iconic personalities like inventor [[Steve Jobs]] and actor [[James Dean]] served as inspiration and a basis for the final marketing campaign used in advertisements and the game's cover art. The imagery, highlighted with blood and bathed in light was considered to move away from the classic superhero image and refocus on Batman's humanity. The black and white campaign was featured on 120 magazine covers and was targeted towards approximately 15 million consumers across a variety of social media and Warner Bros. products, in addition to a series of [[viral marketing]] videos and stunts involving actors in costume attending press-related events. By April 2012, three gameplay trailers had gained approximately 6 million views.<ref name="MarketingCampaign"/> The viral segment of the campaign involved several audio recordings between characters from the game including Hugo Strange, Quincy Sharp, Riddler and the Penguin; each recording could be found by solving a puzzle.<ref name="MarketingViral2"/> The entire campaign spent over a year in development, producing artwork, videos, DLC, printed adverts, billboards and events, and was estimated to have cost at least $10 million.<ref name="MarketingCampaign"/>

A six-issue, [[limited series|limited]] monthly comic series, also titled ''[[Batman: Arkham City (comic book)|Batman: Arkham City]]'' was released on May 11, 2011. The series bridges the plot between ''Arkham Asylum'' and ''Arkham City''. It was written by [[Paul Dini]] with art by Carlos D'Anda.<ref name="five"/><ref name="ComicInfo1"/> Warner Bros. also developed toys based on the characters through [[Mattel]], Hallmark cards, batarang-shaped videogame controllers, and a variety of apparel by [[Converse (shoe company)|Converse]], [[Eckō Unltd.|Eckō Complex]], C Life, [[New Era Cap Company|New Era]], and Briefly Stated.<ref name="Marketing4"/>

[[Toys "R" Us]] in [[Times Square]] New York City, released 500 copies of ''Batman: Arkham City'' on Monday, October 17, one day before the game officially hit shelves. The first 100 customers to pre-order a copy through the store's "Personal Shopping Department" had a chance to get their game autographed by DC Entertainment co-publisher Jim Lee, Batman voice actor Kevin Conroy, and ''Arkham City'' game director Sefton Hill. The remaining 400 copies of ''Arkham City'' could be purchased at the event, unautographed.<ref name="MarketingLaunch"/>

==Release==
''Batman: Arkham City'' was released in North America on October 18, 2011 for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3,<ref name="RelDateNAAU"/> followed on October 19 in Australia<ref name="RelDateNAAU"/> and October 21 in Europe. Australian retailers EB Games and Game broke the official release date two days early, selling the game on October 17.<ref name="EbBreakRelease"/> The Windows version had been scheduled for simultaneous release with other versions, but in September 2011, its release was pushed back to November 18 without explanation.<ref name="RelDateWin"/><ref name="RelDateWin2"/> Alongside its PC launch, the game was also released digitally on the [[OnLive]], [[Origin (content delivery)|Origin]], and [[Steam (software)|Steam]] platforms.<ref name="ReleaseDigital"/> A [[Game of the Year]] edition was released on May 29, 2012 in the United States and Canada,<ref name="ReleaseGOTY"/> and on September 7, 2012 in Europe, Australia, and other territories on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360,<ref name="ReleaseGOTY2"/> except the United Kingdom where its scheduled release was pushed back to November 2, 2012.<ref name="ReleaseGOTY3"/>

A spin-off game titled ''[[Batman: Arkham City Lockdown]]'' was developed by [[NetherRealm Studios]] for [[iOS]] and was released on December 7, 2011.<ref name="IOS2"/> Taking place before ''Arkham City'', the game sees players using touchscreen controls to fight enemies one-on-one, including villains such as Two-Face, Solomon Grundy, Joker, and the mercenary [[Deathstroke]]. Defeating enemies earns points that can be used to upgrade Batman's stats or unlock gadgets or costumes.<ref name="IOS2"/><ref name="IOS1"/>

A Wii U version was released on November 18, 2012 alongside the console's launch in North America. Titled ''Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition'', the release contains all of the available content from previous releases, a Battle Armored Tech mode and other additions.<ref name="RelDateWiiU"/> The Wii U version was developed by Warner Bros. Studios in [[Montreal]] and [[Burbank, California|Burbank]].<ref name="ReleaseWiiU2"/> The Game of the Year edition was developed for [[OS X]] by [[Feral Interactive]] and released on December 13, 2012.<ref name="MacOSX"/>

===Pre-order bonuses===
Warner Bros. partnered with several retailers and companies globally to provide bonus content as a reward for pre-ordering, including: [[Best Buy]], [[Amazon.com]], [[GameStop]], [[Game (retailer)|Game]], [[Gamestation]], [[EB Games]], [[Tesco]], and [[Asda]].<ref name="PreOrderCase"/><ref name="PreOrderCase2"/> The content was only made available by pre-ordering the game with a specific retailer or purchasing a product, such as a [[NOS (drink)|NOS]] beverage, to obtain an unlockable code.<ref name="MarketingPre1"/>

A variety of alternate outfits for Batman were revealed in August 2011, including suit designs worn by the character in ''[[The Dark Knight Returns]]'', ''[[Batman: Earth One]]'', the [[Bronze Age of Comics]], ''[[Batman: The Animated Series]]'', and ''[[Batman Beyond]]''.<ref name="SkinEnsemble"/> The ''Batman: The Animated Series'' skin was initially only available to GameStop customers in the U.S. with a Power-Up Rewards Membership.<ref name="SkinAnimated"/> A PlayStation 3-exclusive [[Sinestro Corps]] outfit was revealed in August 2011 that initially was only unlockable via a unique code obtained by purchasing the extended cut edition of the Warner Bros. film, ''[[Green Lantern (film)|Green Lantern]]'' on [[Blu-ray Disc]].<ref name="SkinSinestro"/><ref name="SkinSinestro2"/>

Batman's sidekick Robin (Tim Drake)<ref name="CastRobin"/> was made available as a playable character for use in challenge maps, with his own set of combat moves and gadgets. Additional Robin skins were also released, including his appearance from ''Batman: The Animated Series'' and the Red Robin outfit.<ref name="SkinRobin1"/><ref name="SkinRobin2"/> The character came with two exclusive challenge maps: "Black Mask Hideout" and "Freight Train Escape".<ref name="CastRobin"/> Additionally, the "Joker's Carnival" challenge map was made available; it set within the Joker's Sionis Steel Mill base where the player is faced with multiple waves of opponents.<ref name="DLCJokerCarnival"/> The pre-order content was considered an "early access opportunity" for customers,<ref name="Preorder3"/> with Ginn confirming that all of the content would be made available for download after the game's release date.<ref name="ReleaseGOTY2"/><ref name="Preorder3"/> Pre-orders for ''Arkham City'' increased by over 200% over ''Arkham Asylum''.<ref name="MarketingCampaign"/>

===Retail editions===
In the United Kingdom, the ''Robin Edition'' was announced, available exclusively through retailers Game and Gamestation, containing the game and all of the Robin pre-order content including the playable character, skins and challenge maps.<ref name="DLCUKRobin"/> A series of "Steelbook Edition" versions of the game were also made available, featuring the standard game with a metallic case. The Joker-themed Steelbook includes the "Joker's Carnival" challenge map, the animated film ''[[Batman: Under the Red Hood]]'' on DVD (Blu-ray for PlayStation 3), and the Bronze Age Batman skin DLC.<ref name="SteelcaseAU"/> Three other villain-themed steelbook cases were also offered, featuring the likenesses of Two-Face and the Penguin.<ref name="PreOrderCase"/> A fourth steelbook featuring Catwoman was released, containing the ''Batman: Earth One'' alternative skin for Batman.<ref name="SteelbookCatwoman"/>

The ''Collector's Edition'' contains a Batman statue by Kotobukiya, a collectible art book, ''Batman: Arkham City – The Album'' from WaterTower Music, the animated film ''[[Batman: Gotham Knight]]'', the ''The Dark Knight Returns'' skin and the Penguin-themed "Iceberg Lounge" challenge map.<ref name="Collectors2"/><ref name="Collectors1"/> In July 2011, the [[Microsoft Windows]] version of the game was revealed to use [[Games for Windows – Live]] (GFWL) to access online services.<ref name="GFWL"/> Confusion concerning the use of GFWL was raised when a distributor was told by Warner Bros. that the title did not use the Live system, but the use of GFWL was confirmed in late August.<ref name="GFWL2"/><ref name="GFWL3"/>

On October 25, 2011, a Batman themed Xbox 360 console bundle was released, containing the game, a DVD of ''Batman: Gotham Knight'', a DVD of the ''Green Lantern'' film, the ''Green Lantern'' video game tie-in ''[[Green Lantern: Rise of the Manhunters|Rise of the Manhunters]]'', and a 250GB Xbox 360 console. Additionally, a bundle containing these items and a [[Kinect]] controller was also released.<ref name="Retail360Bundle"/>

A Game of the Year edition was announced on April 23, 2012, containing the game and all of the released downloadable content (DLC). A free download of the animated movie ''[[Batman: Year One (film)|Batman: Year One]]'' was also included with versions released in the United States and Canada.<ref name="ReleaseGOTY2"/><ref name="ReleaseGOTY"/>

===Downloadable content===
[[File:Tara strong 2009-cropped short.jpg|left|thumb|upright|Actress [[Tara Strong]] replaced [[Arleen Sorkin]] in ''Batman: Arkham City'' as the voice of Harley Quinn, and reprised the role for the "Harley Quinn's Revenge" [[downloadable content]].]]
New purchases of the game for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 are provided with a unique code that unlocks the ''Catwoman'' DLC, enabling a series of missions for Catwoman, with unique weapons and moves.<ref name="DLCCATPC1"/><ref name="DLCCATGB"/> Although the missions were presented as part of the main game, on October 13, 2011, Warner Bros. announced that it would be restricted to new purchases.<ref name="FinancialPost"/><ref name="DLCCATGB"/> Users can also purchase the content separately. It was later announced that pre-owned copies purchased from GameStop would contain the necessary unlock code.<ref name="PreownedCat"/> A Warner Bros. rep confirmed that playing as Catwoman would not be required to complete the game.<ref name="Joystiq2"/> The ''Catwoman'' DLC also contains two alternate skins for the character: her appearances from ''The Animated Series'' and ''[[Batman: The Long Halloween]]''.<ref name="DLC5"/> The PC version of the game includes the DLC, requiring no downloads or additional installs to access.<ref name="DLCCATPC1"/>

Additional DLC packs were later released. The ''Nightwing'' pack, released on November 1, 2011, includes Batman's ally Nightwing as a playable character for the game's challenge maps, an ''Animated Series'' alternative skin for the character,<ref name="DLCRobin"/> and two additional challenge maps: "Wayne Manor" and "Main Hall".<ref name="DLCNightwing"/> The ''Robin'' pack was released on November 22, 2011, and contains the Robin pre-order content.<ref name="DLCRobinB"/> A ''Skins'' pack containing all of the alternate Batman pre-order skins was released on December 6, 2011.<ref name="DLC6"/> Another pack was announced for release on December 20, 2011, containing the pre-order "Iceberg Lounge" and "Joker's Carnival" challenge maps, and a completely new challenge map: "Batcave".<ref name="DLC9"/> On December 19, 2011, a new Batman skin was released—based on the character's outfit from ''[[Batman Incorporated]]''—to download for free on all platforms.<ref name="DLC10"/>

On October 23, 2011, an official map [[Mobile app|app]] was made available to purchase on the [[App Store (iOS)|iOS App Store]] that contains maps for ''Arkham City'', the locations of in-game collectibles, and the solutions to the Riddler's riddles.<ref name="DLCiOS"/>

"Harley Quinn's Revenge", a story based campaign expansion, was released on May 29, 2012, for the PlayStation 3 and the Xbox 360, with a PC version coming out a week later. The campaign features a new story, new areas, new enemies, and both Batman and Robin as playable characters. The story takes place two weeks after the events of ''Arkham City''. The mega prison has since been evacuated, but Quinn returns and sets up in Joker's former base.<ref name="DLCQuinn1"/> The game follows Robin's search for Batman, who has gone missing while hunting Quinn;<ref name="ReleaseGOTY2"/><ref name="DLCQuinn1"/> Batman has been acting differently following the end of the main game story, concerning his allies.<ref name=RevHarleyIGN/> On the same day, it was announced that all of the released DLC, including "Harley Quinn's Revenge", would be made available as part of the ''Arkham City'' Game of the Year edition.<ref name="ReleaseGOTY2"/><ref name="ReleaseGOTY"/>

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==Reception==
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''Batman: Arkham City'' received critical acclaim. Aggregating review websites [[GameRankings]] and [[Metacritic]], respectively, gave the PlayStation 3 version 96% and 96/100,<ref name=GRPS3 /><ref name=MCPS3 /> the Xbox 360 version 94% and 94/100,<ref name=GRX360 /><ref name=MCX360 /> and the PC version 90% and 91/100.<ref name=GRPC /><ref name=MCPC />

''[[Game Informer]]''{{'}}s Andrew Reiner awarded the game a perfect 10 score, labeling it "the best licensed video game ever made". Reiner said that the game could be the biggest and "most enjoyable timesink" of 2011, and concluded that the game surpassed every standard set by ''Batman: Arkham Asylum'' "in every way and stands tall as one of Batman's greatest moments."<ref name="RevGameInformer"/> [[Joystiq]]'s Griffin McElroy praised the attention to detail, and mechanical excellence of the game environment, crediting Rocksteady for "breathing life into a staggeringly beautiful world; one which hums not only with opportunity, but ambition". However, McElroy criticized the game narrative as a series of excuses to encounter villains that were "one-dimensional punching [bags]", and that the character dialogue was clichéd. McElroy was also critical of the Riddler challenges, stating that they were "frustrating" when the player lacks the necessary items to complete them.<ref name="RevJoystiq"/>

[[Eurogamer]]'s Christian Donlan considered that the game lacked the same "surprise" as its predecessor, but praised the overall improvement of bosses, animations and the scope of activities available. Donlan said that the game environment was intricate and very detailed, and the abilities provided for its traversal made it "hard not to feel like the world's greatest detective, on patrol".<ref name="RevEurogamer"/> [[IGN]]'s Greg Miller said "the voice acting, the challenges, the amazing opening, the unbelievable ending and the feeling of being the Dark Knight—these are the things that standout". Miller said that the Catwoman missions were a fun change of pace from the main gameplay, and that he "adored" the option to replay the game with unlocked abilities and more difficult enemies.<ref name="RevIGN"/>

''[[The Daily Telegraph]]''{{'}}s Tom Hoggins praised the game's sense of progress in discovering and mastering the character abilities, and the "show-stopping brutality" of the improved combat system. Hoggins highlighted the Catwoman campaign as a "delight" and fitting lithe contrast to Batman's strength, but lamented the campaign's short length.<ref name="RevTelegraph"/> ''[[The Guardian]]''{{'}}s Nick Cowen labeled it the best Batman game of all time, praising the variety of side missions and content, the large cast of iconic characters, and the satisfying challenge of the Riddler missions.<ref name="RevGuardian"/> The Australian ''Official PlayStation Magazine'' awarded a perfect score of 10 stating that the game "is not only the best superhero game ever made, it's one of the best games ever made ... it brings the Caped Crusader's world to life better than any comic, movie or television show before it".<ref name="RevOPMAU"/> ''Play3'' (Germany) awarded a score of 92%, calling it "the best superhero game ever made".<ref name="RevGerPlay3"/> ''[[Games Master]]'' awarded a score of 97%, saying it is "the gold standard by which all future videogames should be judged".<ref name="RevGMaster"/>

''Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition'' for Wii U received a mixed reception. GameRankings provided a score of 85%, and Metacritic provided a score of 85/100.<ref name=GRWii /><ref name=MCWii /> Eurogamer's Richard Leadbetter was critical of technical performance including issues with visual quality and inconsistent framerate.<ref name="RevWiiEuro"/> ''[[Electronic Gaming Monthly|EGM]]''{{'}}s Ray Carsillo said that the optional B.A.T. system made certain battles too easy. Carsillo also said it was the "clearly inferior version" of the game due to glitches and "tacked on gimmicks".<ref name="RevWiiEGM"/> Nintendo World Report's Patrick Barnett wrote that certain uses of the Wii U controller made it "the best way to experience ''Arkham City''", but that some new features were a "nuisance". Barnett added that it was "on par, if not better, visually", than its counterparts.<ref name="RevWiiNinWorld"/> Joystiq's JC Fletcher opined that the persistent map screen and touch screen interface were appreciated, and complimented the use of [[augmented reality]] to explore crime scenes.<ref name="RevWiiJoy"/> [[Game Revolution]]'s Blake Peterson praised the real-time management of information, upgrades and equipment that he considered made Batman more vulnerable,<ref name="RevWiiGRevolution"/> although Barnett included this as a point of criticism.<ref name="RevWiiNinWorld"/>

For the "Harley Quinn's Revenge" DLC, IGN's Greg Miller scored the content 9 out of 10 and gave it an Editor's Choice designation. Miller said that it "is what downloadable content should be", but criticized the lack of variety in the missions and the lack of conclusion to some plot threads.<ref name=RevHarleyIGN/> Eurogamer's Christian Donlan gave the DLC a score of 7 out of 10, and said that Harley Quinn worked as well as the Joker as a narrative focus. Donlan said that Robin was "enormous fun to play", but criticized the DLC for not offering anything not present in the main game.<ref name="RevHarleyEuro"/> [[Kotaku]]'s Stephen Totilo was critical of the DLC, saying that it diminished his desire to replay the main game and describing it as "delicious a dessert as a poison-filled Joker pie to the face". Totilo said it presented an emotionless, inconclusive journey, composed of unused material from the main game.<ref name="RevHarleyKotaku"/>

===Sales===
Worldwide, the game sold two million units in its first week of approximately 4.6 million shipped units, compared to ''Arkham Asylum'' which sold 4.3 million units in its entire release. This made ''Arkham City'' one of the fastest selling games ever.<ref name="SalesSold1"/> On February 8, 2012, it was announced that over six million units of the game had been shipped since release.<ref name="SalesFeb2012"/>

During the first week of sales in the United Kingdom, ''Batman: Arkham City'' became the number one selling game on all available formats, topping the all-format,<ref name="SalesUKWeek1B"/> PlayStation 3<ref name="SalesUKWeek1D"/> and Xbox 360 charts,<ref name="SalesUKWeek1C"/> replacing ''[[FIFA 12]]''. It became the fourth biggest launch of 2011 after ''FIFA 12'', ''[[Gears of War 3]]'' and ''[[L.A. Noire]]'', and Warner Bros. biggest UK game launch ever, doubling the first week sales of ''Arkham Asylum''.<ref name="SalesUKWeek1"/> It was the tenth-best-selling game of 2011 with approximately ten weeks in release, and the 34th-best-selling game of 2012.<ref name="SalesUK2011"/><ref name="SalesUK2012"/>

According to [[NPD Group]], ''Batman: Arkham City'' was the second-best-selling game in the United States for October 2011, selling 1.5 million copies across available formats, the tenth-best-selling in November,<ref name="Sales2"/><ref name="Sales3"/> and the seventh-best-selling game overall in 2011.<ref name="SalesFeb2012"/> Additionally, game-rental service [[GameFly]] announced that it was the most requested game of 2011, beating out ''[[Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3]]''.<ref name="SalesFeb2012"/>

===Accolades===
''Batman: Arkham City'' won multiple awards at the 2011 [[Spike Video Game Awards]] including: ''Character of the Year'' (Joker), ''Best Xbox 360 Game'', ''Best Action Adventure Game'', and ''Best Adapted Video Game''; and received nominations for: ''Best Original Score'', ''Best Graphics'', ''Best Performance by a Human Female'' (Tara Strong), ''Best Performance by a Human Male'' (Mark Hamill), ''Trailer of the Year'' (Hugo Strange Reveal Trailer), ''Studio of the Year'' (Rocksteady), and ''Game of the Year''.<ref name="Awards"/><ref name="VGAWinners"/> As part of the [[Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences]] (AIAS) 2011 awards, the game was named ''Adventure Game of the Year'',<ref name="AccoAIAS3"/> and received nominations for: ''Outstanding Achievement in Animation''; ''Outstanding Achievement in Art Direction''; ''Outstanding Achievement in Game Play Engineering''; ''Outstanding Achievement in Game Direction''; and ''Game of the Year''.<ref name="AccoAIAS"/><ref name="AccoAIAS2"/> The 2012 [[British Academy Video Games Awards|British Academy of Film and Television]] (BAFTA) awards saw the game win two awards for ''Performer'' (Mark Hamill) and ''Action'' game,<ref name="AccoBAFTARes"/> and receive nominations for: ''Artistic Achievement''; ''Audio Achievement''; ''Best Game''; ''Design''; ''Original Music''; ''Story''; and the publicly voted ''GAME Award of 2011''.<ref name="AccoBAFTA"/> Paul Crocker, Paul Dini, and Sefton Hill were nominated for the ''Video Game Writing'' award by the [[Writers Guild of America]],<ref name="AccoWGA"/><ref name="AccoWGA2"/> and Crocker won the ''Best Videogame Script'' award from the [[Writers' Guild of Great Britain]].<ref name="AccoWGUK2012"/>

''[[The Daily Telegraph]]'' awarded the game ''Best Original Score'' (Nick Arundel) and ''Game of the Year'', with a statement that said: "as a video game, it's a magnificent piece of work, but it also shines as a unique, lovingly-crafted slice of Batman fiction."<ref name="AccoTelegraph"/> The newspaper also nominated the game for: ''Best Director'' (Sefton Hill); ''Best Acting Performance'' (Mark Hamill and Nolan North); and ''Best Developer'' (Rocksteady Studios).<ref name="AccoTelegraph"/> The game was nominated for ''Game of the Year'' and ''Best Game Design'' at the [[Game Developers Choice Awards]],<ref name="SalesFeb2012"/> and Game Audio Network Guild award's for ''Music of the Year'', ''Best Soundtrack Album'', ''Best Audio Mix'', and ''Best Original Vocal – Choral'' for the track "Main Theme".<ref name="AccoGANG11"/> The game was named the ''Best Action/Adventure Game'' and ''Best Overall Game of 2011'' as part of the 2011 [[Yahoo! Games]] Game of the Year awards.<ref name="AccoYahoo"/><ref name="AccoYahoo2"/> ''Batman: Arkham City'' received several honors from [[GameTrailers.com]], including ''Best Xbox 360 Game of the Year'', ''Best PC Game of 2011'', as well as ''Best Action/Adventure game''.<ref name="AccoGTrailers"/> It also won the ''Best Action-Adventure Game'' award at the 2012 [[Golden Joystick Award]]s, and was nominated for ''Top Gaming Moment'' for the game's ending, ''Best DLC'' for "Harley Quinn's Revenge", and the overall ''Ultimate Game of the Year''.<ref name="AccoGoldenJoy"/><ref name="AccoGoldenJoy2"/> It was nominated for ''Game of the Decade'' at the 2012 Spike Video Game Awards.<ref name="AccoSpike2012"/>

According to Metacritic, the PlayStation 3 version of the game was the highest-rated game of 2011, and over all formats the game was tied with the role-playing game ''[[The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim]]'' as the highest-rated game of 2011.<ref name="Metacritic-2011"/> This also tied ''Arkham City'' for the sixth-highest-rated game ever.<ref name="Metacritic-alltime"/>

''Batman: Arkham City'' appeared on several lists of the top video games of 2011, including being placed: number 1 by [[E!|E! Online]],<ref name="AccoEOnline"/><ref name="AccoEKotaku"/> and [[CNET]];<ref name="AccoCnet"/> number 2 by [[Gamasutra]];<ref name="AccoGamasutra"/> number 3 by [[Digital Spy]],<ref name="AccoDSpy"/> Joystiq,<ref name="AccoJoystiq"/> ''[[VentureBeat]],<ref name="AccoVentureBeat"/> and ''[[Wired (magazine)|Wired]];<ref name="AccoWired"/> number 5 by the [[Associated Press]],<ref name="AccoCBS"/> and ''[[Time (magazine)|Time]]'';<ref name="AccoladeTime"/> and number 10 by the ''[[Daily Mirror]]''.<ref name="AccoMirror"/>

GameSpot labeled it the ''Best Action/Adventure Game'' as part of its ''Best of 2011'' series,<ref name="AccoGamespot"/> ''Game Informer'' named it their ''Best Action/Adventure'' game of 2011 in their February 2012 issue, and highlighted specific points of the game including placing Batman number 1 on their list of the Top Ten Heroes, and the Mr. Freeze [[Boss (video gaming)|boss fight]] number 4 on their list of Top Ten Video Games Moments.<ref name="AccoGIBestof11"/> ''[[PlayStation Official Magazine|Playstation Official Magazine UK]]'' placed ''Batman: Arkham City'' as their number 2 ''Game Of the Year''.<ref name="AccoGOTYPSM"/> IGN labeled it the Best PC Action Game of 2011.<ref name="AccoIGNPC"/> [[1UP.com]] placed the games main theme song as number 6 on its "Top 10 Theme Songs of 2011".<ref name="Acco1UP"/> In January 2012, Eurogamer listed it as the third best game of 2012.<ref name="AccoEuroBest"/> In November 2012, ''Time'' named it one of the 100 greatest video games of all time and said, "It's hard to imagine a better superhero game than ''Batman: Arkham City''. It's also hard to imagine a better video game in general."<ref name="AccoTimeAllTime"/> Also in November, ''[[Entertainment Weekly]]'' named it one of the ten best games of the past decade (2002–2012) and said, "this is the definitive superhero adventure of the decade."<ref name="AccoEWTen"/><ref name="AccoEWTen2"/> In 2013, ''Game Informer'' named it the best superhero game of all time.<ref name="Acco2013GI"/> In 2014, ''[[Empire (film magazine)|Empire]]'' placed it as number 12 on its list of the 100 Greatest Video Games of All Time, ahead of ''Arkham Asylum'' at number 28,<ref name="Empire100"/> and IGN named it the twenty-fourth best PC game of the preceding decade.<ref name="IGNTop25PC"/>

{| class="wikitable sortable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:99%;"
|+ List of awards and nominations
|-
! Year !! Award !! Category !! Recipient!! Result !! class="unsortable" | Ref.
|-
|rowspan="16"| 2011
|rowspan="11"| [[Spike Video Game Awards]]
| Best Action Adventure Game
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{won}}
| rowspan="11" style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="Awards"/> <ref name="VGAWinners"/>
|-
| Best Adapted Video Game
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{won}}
|-
| Best Graphics
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Original Score
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Performance by a Human Female
| [[Tara Strong]] (for Harley Quinn)
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Performance by a Human Male
| [[Mark Hamill]] (for Joker)
|{{nom}}
|-
| Studio of the Year
| Rocksteady Studios
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Xbox 360 Game
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{won}}
|-
| Character of the Year
| Joker
|{{won}}
|-
| Game of the Year
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
|Trailer of the Year
| Hugo Strange Reveal Trailer
|{{nom}}
|-
|rowspan="5"| [[The Daily Telegraph|Telegraph Video Game Awards 2011]]
| Best Acting Performance
| Mark Hamill (for Joker) and Nolan North (for Penguin)
|{{nom}}
| rowspan="5" style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoTelegraph"/>
|-
| Best Developer
| Rocksteady Studios
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Director
| Sefton Hill
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Original Score
| Nick Arundel
|{{won}}
|-
| Game of the Year
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{won}}
|-
|rowspan="28"| 2012
|rowspan="6"| [[Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences]]
| Adventure Game of the Year
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{won}}
| rowspan="6" style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoAIAS"/> <ref name="AccoAIAS2"/> <ref name="AccoAIAS3"/>
|-
| Game of the Year
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Outstanding Achievement in Animation
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Outstanding Achievement in Art Direction
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Outstanding Achievement in Game Direction
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Outstanding Achievement in Game Play Engineering
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
|| [[Writers Guild of America]]
| Video Game Writing
| Paul Crocker (Lead Narrative Designer); Paul Dini, Paul Crocker and Sefton Hill (Story)

|{{nom}}
| style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoWGA"/> <ref name="AccoWGA2"/>
|-
|rowspan="2"| [[Game Developers Choice Awards]]
| Best Game Design
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
| rowspan="2" style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="SalesFeb2012"/>
|-
| Game of the Year
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
|rowspan="4"| Game Audio Network Guild
| Best Audio Mix
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
| rowspan="4" style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoGANG11"/>
|-
| Best Original Vocal – Choral
| "Main Theme"
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Soundtrack Album
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Music of the Year
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
|rowspan="9"| [[British Academy Video Games Awards|British Academy of Film and Television]]
| Action game
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{won}}
| rowspan="9" style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoBAFTA"/> <ref name="AccoBAFTARes"/>
|-
| Artistic Achievement
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Audio Achievement
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Game
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Design
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| GAME Award of 2011
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Original Music
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Performer
| Mark Hamill (for Joker)
|{{won}}
|-
| Story
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
|rowspan="4"| [[Golden Joystick Award]]
| Best Action-Adventure
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{won}}
| rowspan="4" style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoGoldenJoy"/> <ref name="AccoGoldenJoy2"/>
|-
| Best DLC
| ''Batman: Arkham City'' for "Harley Quinn's Revenge" (Third Place)
|{{nom}}
|-
| The Golden Joystick Ultimate Game of the Year
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Top Gaming Moment
| ''Batman: Arkham City'' for The Ending
|{{nom}}
|-
| Spike Video Game Awards
| Game of the Decade
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
| style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoSpike2012"/>
|-
| [[Writers' Guild of Great Britain]]
| Best Videogame Script
| Paul Crocker
| {{won}}
| style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoWGUK2012"/>
|}

===Technical issues===
During launch week, issues were found to exist in the code-restricted content. Some customers discovered the code to be missing from their copy, preventing them from obtaining the Catwoman story missions. The problem was reported by customers in Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Warner Bros. issued a statement claiming that the missing codes had affected less than 0.5% of customers.<ref name="ReleaseProblem1"/> Upon release in the United Kingdom, a technical issue rendered the game unplayable for some players, booting them from the game with an error message that the "downloadable content is corrupt." Rocksteady European community manager Sarah Wellock claimed that the fault lay with the PlayStation Network and Xbox Live online systems.<ref name="ReleaseProblem2"/>

In early November 2011, Rocksteady confirmed that it was investigating reports by numerous users that save files for the Xbox 360 version of the game were being erased without prompting, resulting in players losing their progress and being unable to complete the game.<ref name="Technicalissue2"/><ref name="TechnicalIssue3"/> On launch, performance issues arose for the PC version when DirectX 11 features were enabled; the developer acknowledged the inconvenience and recommended to run the game with DirectX 9 while a title update was released to address this matter.<ref name="Technicalissue4"/><ref name="Technicalissue5"/>

==Legacy==
{{main|Batman: Arkham Origins|Batman: Arkham Knight}}

''Batman: Arkham Origins'', the successor to ''Arkham City'', was announced in April 2013. The game is developed by [[Warner Bros. Games Montreal]] for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Wii U, and was released on October 25, 2013. Set several years before the events of ''Arkham Asylum'', ''Arkham Origins'' follows a younger and less experienced Batman on Christmas Eve on the streets of Gotham City as he faces off against eight deadly assassins. A separate title, ''[[Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate]]'', was developed for [[Nintendo 3DS]] and [[PlayStation Vita]] by Armature Studios, and was released on the same day.<ref name="Sequel4"/><ref name="Sequel5"/> Dini stated that he would not be involved in writing a sequel. He had not been included in writing for any of ''Arkham City''{{'}}s DLC, including the story-based "Harley Quinn's Revenge" DLC, and said that Warner Bros. and Rocksteady suggested that he take work elsewhere if offered.<ref name="Sequel1"/>

''Batman: Arkham Knight'', the successor to ''Arkham Origins'', was announced in March 2014. Developed by Rocksteady for [[PlayStation 4]], [[Xbox One]] and Windows, the game is scheduled for release in 2015. ''Arkham Knight'' is set one year after the events of ''Arkham City'' and serves as the concluding chapter of the Rocksteady ''Arkham'' games.<ref name="2014MarMCV"/><ref name="2014MarIGN"/>

==References==
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<ref name="2014MarIGN">{{cite web|first=Colin |last=Moriarty|title=The New Batman Game is Batman: Arkham Knight| url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2014/03/04/the-new-batman-game-is-batman-arkham-knight |publisher=[[IGN]] |date=March 4, 2014 |accessdate=March 4, 2014 |archiveurl=http://web.archive.org/web/20140304191218/http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/03/04/the-new-batman-game-is-batman-arkham-knight |archivedate=March 4, 2014 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="2014MarMCV">{{cite web |first=Ben|last=Parfitt |url =http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/retailer-outs-batman-arkham-knight/0128992 | title =UPDATE: Retailer outs Batman Arkham Knight |date =March 4, 2014 | accessdate =March 4, 2014 | publisher = Intent Media | work=[[Market for Home Computing and Video Games]] | archiveurl=http://web.archive.org/web/20140304184335/http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/retailer-outs-batman-arkham-knight/0128992 |archivedate=March 4, 2014 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Acco1UP">{{cite web| first =Vic | last =Roman | url =http://www.1up.com/do/blogEntry?bId=9091669| title=Top 10 Theme Songs of 2011| publisher = News Corporation |work=[[1UP.com]]| date=November 22, 2011| accessdate=September 21, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/64fQqTZVr | archivedate=January 13, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Acco2013GI">{{cite web|first=Ben|last=Reeves| url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2013/12/19/the-best-super-hero-games-of-all-time.aspx |title=The Best Superhero Games Of All Time | publisher=[[GameStop]]| work=[[Game Informer]]|date=December 19, 2013 | accessdate=December 20, 2013| deadurl= no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoAIAS">{{cite web| first = David| last =Hinkle | url =http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/12/uncharted-3-leads-aias-2011-award-nominations/ | title= Uncharted 3 leads AIAS 2011 award nominations| publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=January 12, 2012| accessdate=January 13, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/64fQqTZVr | archivedate=January 13, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoAIAS2">{{cite web|url=http://www.interactive.org/images/pdfs/15th-Annual-IAA-Finalists-Only.pdf | publisher=[[Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences]] | work = Interactive.org| title=15th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards Finalist | accessdate= January 13, 2012| format=PDF | archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/64fRQJwnN| archivedate =January 13, 2012| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoAIAS3">{{cite web|url=http://www.interactive.org/images/pdfs/15th-Annual-IAA-Finalists-and-Winners.pdf | publisher=Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences | work = Interactive.org| title=15th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards Finalists and Winners |date=February 9, 2012| accessdate= February 10, 2012| format=PDF | archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/65LyFkY4d| archivedate = February 10, 2012| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoBAFTA">{{cite web|url=http://www.bafta.org/games/awards/nominees-winners-2012,2892,BA.html | publisher=[[British Academy of Film and Television Arts]]| title=Video Games Awards Nominations in 2012 |date=February 17, 2012| accessdate= February 17, 2012| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/664GUvZyh | archivedate = March 10, 2012|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoBAFTARes">{{cite news|url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-17410379 |publisher=BBC|work=[[BBC News]] | title=Video games Baftas 2012: winners in full |date=March 16, 2012| accessdate= March 16, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuQwyAtn |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoCBS">{{cite news |first=Lou |last=Kesten | url =http://news.yahoo.com/portal-2-skyrim-top-thrilling-games-122355168.html |title = 'Portal 2,' 'Skyrim' top a thrilling year in games | publisher=Yahoo | agency = Associated Press | date=December 19, 2011 |accessdate = September 21, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6AqdpPqua |archivedate= September 21, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoCnet">{{cite news |first=Jeff |last=Bakalar | url =http://reviews.cnet.com/2300-9995_7-10010423-10.html |title=1. Batman: Arkham City (Xbox 360, PS3, PC) | publisher=[[CBS Interactive]]| work=[[CNET]] |date=December 15, 2011 |accessdate=September 21, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6AqiSToje |archivedate= September 21, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoDSpy">{{cite news |first=Matthew |last=Reynolds | url =http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/gaming/news/a355978/digital-spys-games-of-2011-entries-5-1.html |title =Digital Spy's Games of 2011: Entries 5-1| publisher=[[Nat Mags]] |work=[[Digital Spy]] |date=December 27, 2011 | accessdate = September 21, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Aqihuite |archivedate= September 21, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoEKotaku">{{cite web|first=Stephen |last=Totilo| title =Batman: Arkham City is E Online's Game of the Year| url =http://kotaku.com/5869420/batman-arkham-city-is-e-onlines-game-of-the-year |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|date=December 19, 2011|accessdate=November 12, 2012| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/643gQfKNd | archivedate = December 19, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoEOnline">{{cite web| url = http://uk.eonline.com/photos/gallery.jsp?galleryUUID=4186#158362 | title = Top 10 Games of 2011 | date = December 2011 | accessdate = December 19, 2011| publisher = [[NBCUniversal]]|work = [[E!]] | archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/643gD3DLx | archivedate = December 19, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoEuroBest">{{cite web | first = | last = | url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-12-20-eurogamer-readers-top-50-games-of-2011-article | title =Eurogamer Readers' Top 50 Games of 2011 |date = January 1, 2012 | accessdate =December 23, 2013 |publisher=Eurogamer Network| work = [[Eurogamer]] |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoEWTen">{{cite web| first=Darren |last=Franich | url =http://www.ew.com/ew/gallery/0,,20651639,00.html#21246457 | title =10 Best Videogames Since 2002 | date = November 28, 2012 | accessdate = December 8, 2012 | publisher = [[Time Inc.]]|work = [[Entertainment Weekly]] | archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6Cl9LVWDp| archivedate =November 29, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoEWTen2">{{cite web |title = Entertainment Weekly Picked The 10 Best Games Of the Past 10 Years. Be Happy. Be Angry. Vote? | date = November 29, 2012 | url = http://kotaku.com/5964409/entertainment-weekly-picked-the-10-best-games-of-the-past-10-years-be-happy-be-angry-vote |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|accessdate=November 29, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CXuf8n3b |archivedate=November 29, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGamasutra">{{cite web | url = http://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/39199/Gamasutras_Best_Of_2011_Top_10_Games_Of_The_Year.php | title = Gamasutra's Best Of 2011: Top 10 Games of the Year |publisher = UBM plc |work=[[Gamasutra]] | date = December 23, 2011 | accessdate = December 23, 2011 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BuR6IHKY |archivedate= November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGamespot">{{cite web|title=Best Action/Adventure Game|url=http://uk.gamespot.com/best-of-2011-awards/genre-awards/index.html?page=1&tag=topslot;img;2 | work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=December 19, 2011| accessdate=December 20, 2011 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/644oA1PDj | archivedate = December 20, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGANG11">{{cite web| first = Mike | last =Schramm | url =http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/09/gang-announces-nominations-for-10th-annual-awards-in-game-audio/ | title= GANG announces nominations for 10th annual awards in game audio |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq|date=February 9, 2012| accessdate=February 10, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuR9k2zB |archivedate= November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGIBestof11">{{cite journal|first= |last= |title=Games of 2011 |publisher=GameStop |work=Game Informer |date=January 2012 |page= 58}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGoldenJoy">{{cite web | first = Matthew| last =Reynolds | url =http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/gaming/news/a401428/golden-joystick-awards-2012-public-voting-now-open.html | title =Golden Joystick Awards 2012 public voting now open| date = August 23, 2012 | accessdate =September 21, 2012 | publisher = Nat Mags |work=Digital Spy |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6AqjLWkwf | archivedate=September 21, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGoldenJoy2">{{cite web | url=http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/gaming/news/a433646/skyrim-voted-game-of-the-year-at-2012-golden-joystick-awards.html | title ='Skyrim' voted 'Game of the Year' at 2012 Golden Joystick Awards | first =Liam | last =Martin | date =October 26, 2012 | accessdate =February 20, 2013 | publisher = Nat Mags |work=Digital Spy | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Ea5IHmuF |archivedate=February 20, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGOTYPSM">{{cite web| first = Louise | last =Blaine | url =http://www.officialplaystationmagazine.co.uk/2011/12/22/official-playstation-magazine-uk%E2%80%99s-goty-no-2-batman-arkham-city/ | title =Official PlayStation Magazine UK's GOTY No 2: Batman Arkham City | date = December 22, 2011 | accessdate =October 23, 2012 | publisher = [[Future plc]] | work=[[PlayStation Official Magazine]] |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuRKZJpB | archivedate= November 3, 2012| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGTrailers">{{cite web|url=http://www.gametrailers.com/side-mission/1272/gametrailers-2011-game-of-the-year-awards-announced|title=GameTrailers 2011 Game of the Year Awards Announced|last=DeMaro|first=Rocco|publisher=Viacom | work= GameTrailers.com|date=January 2, 2012|accessdate=October 21, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoJoystiq">{{cite web| first = Richard| last =Mitchell | url =http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/04/joystiq-top-10-of-2011-skyrim/ | title= Joystiq Top 10 of 2011: Skyrim | publisher =[[AOL]] |work= Joystiq| date=January 4, 2012| accessdate=January 4, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuROhoEr |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoIGNPC">{{cite web| first=| last=| url=http://uk.ign.com/wikis/best-of-2011/Best_PC_Action_Game | title=Best PC Action Game |publisher=News Corporation| work=IGN | year=2011 | accessdate=October 23, 2011|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BdBZR9rz |archivedate=October 23, 2011|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoMirror">{{cite web | url = http://www.mirror.co.uk/fun-games/video-games/2011/12/23/portal-2-the-witcher-2-and-uncharted-3-drake-s-deception-the-top-10-video-games-of-2011-115875-23655972/ | title = Portal 2, The Witcher 2 and Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception ... the top 10 video games of 2011 | first = Kevin | last = Lynch | date = December 23, 2011 | accessdate=December 23, 2011 |work=Daily Mirror | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuRRlJsG |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoSpike2012">{{cite web| first=Darren |last=Franich | url =http://popwatch.ew.com/2012/11/28/best-videogames-decade/ | title =The 10 Best Videogames of the Last Decade: Vote for your favorite, and watch it announced live at Spike's VGA Awards! | date = November 28, 2012 | accessdate = November 29, 2012 | publisher = [[Time Inc.]]|work = [[Entertainment Weekly]] | archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6CXuRBOjX | archivedate =November 29, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoTelegraph">{{cite web| title=Telegraph video game awards 2011| url=http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/video-games/8974993/Telegraph-video-game-awards-2011.html |work=The Daily Telegraph | publisher = [[Telegraph Media Group]] | date=December 27, 2011| accessdate = February 28, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BycSmQJZ |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoladeTime">{{cite news|first=Evan | last=Narcisse| title=Top 10 Video Games| url=http://www.time.com/time/specials/packages/article/0,28804,2101344_2101197_2101202,00.html | work =[[Time (magazine)|Time]] | publisher = [[Time Inc.]] | date=December 7, 2011| accessdate = December 29, 2011 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/64INqwZSQ | archivedate = December 29, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoTimeAllTime">{{cite news|first= | last=| title=All-TIME 100 Video Games | url=http://techland.time.com/2012/11/15/all-time-100-video-games/slide/batman-arkham-city-2011/ | work =Time | publisher = Time Inc. | date=November 15, 2012| accessdate = November 15, 2012 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6CCmBN3PG | archivedate =November 15, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoVentureBeat">{{cite news| url =http://venturebeat.com/2011/12/16/the-deanbeat-uncharted-3-drakes-deception-tops-our-list-of-the-10-best-games-of-2011/ | title = The DeanBeat: Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception tops our list of the 10 best games of 2011 | publisher = [[VentureBeat]]| date = December 16, 2011 | accessdate = March 2, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuRW7WQV|archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoWGA">{{cite web|first=Paul|last=Tassi| title=The WGA's Baffling Video Game Writing Award |url=http://www.forbes.com/sites/insertcoin/2012/02/21/the-wgas-baffling-video-game-writing-award/ |work=[[Forbes]] | publisher =Forbes publishing | date=February 21, 2012| accessdate =February 29, 2012 |archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/65pHWcdDD| archivedate =February 29, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoWGA2">{{cite web|first=Maurice|last=Tan| title=And the WGA Videogame Writing Award nominees are ... |url=http://www.destructoid.com/and-the-wga-videogame-writing-award-nominees-are--219550.phtml | publisher =[[Destructoid]] | date=January 12, 2012| accessdate =February 29, 2012 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/65pHacx5i | archivedate =February 29, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoWGUK2012">{{cite news|url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-20338163 |publisher=BBC|work=[[BBC News]] |title=Steven Moffat honoured at Writers' Guild Awards |date=November 15, 2012| accessdate=January 19, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Dn3KtkUW |archivedate=January 19, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoWired">{{cite web|first=Chris|last=Kohler| title=The 20 Best Videogames of 2011 |url=http://www.wired.com/gamelife/2011/12/best-games-2011/?pid=2324 | work = [[Wired (magazine)|Wired]] | publisher =[[Condé Nast Publications]] | date=December 20, 2011| accessdate = December 22, 2011 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/648B7LdlG | archivedate = December 22, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoYahoo">{{cite news| url =http://games.yahoo.com/photos/game-of-the-year-awards-2011-1324496261-slideshow/game-of-the-year-2011-photo-1324495754.html | title =Game of the Year Awards 2011 – Best Action/Adventure Game |publisher=Yahoo! | year = 2012 | accessdate = March 10, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/664GOVnGw | archivedate= March 10, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoYahoo2">{{cite news| url =http://games.yahoo.com/photos/game-of-the-year-awards-2011-1324496261-slideshow/game-of-the-year-2011-photo-1324495758.html| title =Game of the Year Awards 2011 – Best Overall Game of 2011 | publisher =Yahoo! | year = 2012 | accessdate = March 10, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/664G8wEjK | archivedate= March 10, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Awards">{{cite web|first=Matt |last=Clark | url=http://splashpage.mtv.com/2011/11/17/batman-arkham-city-nominated-spike-video-game-awards/ |title='Batman: Arkham City' Nominated For 10 Spike Video Game Awards| publisher=Viacom |work=MTV |date=November 17, 2011 |accessdate= June 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BycVFG5R |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="BatmanInfected">{{cite video game | title = Batman: Arkham City | developer = [[Rocksteady Studios]]| publisher = [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]] | date = October 18, 2011 | platform = | version = | scene = Opening | level = | language = English| isolang = | quote = '''Batman''': It was all a lie. There's nothing wrong with you. / '''Joker''': Nice of you to say. But you of all people should know there's plenty wrong with me. Take my blood for example. I wish somebody would. This stuff is killing me. / '''Batman''': Why should I care? / '''Joker''': Because now, there's a teeny little bit of me in you too, Bats. / [Batman looks at blood bag and IV drip by his side]}}</ref>

<ref name="CastBane">{{cite web|first=Joe |last=Russell| url = http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/08/01/batman-arkham-city-to-star-bane-as-an-ai-ally/ | title =Bane to fight alongside Batman in Batman: Arkham City | date = August 1, 2011 |accessdate=December 8, 2011 |publisher=Future Publishing| work = [[PC Gamer]] | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6ClCDrkJh|archivedate=December 8, 2011 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastBlack">{{cite web|first=Sameer |last=Mitha| url =http://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/news/review-batman-arkham-city-225083 | title =Review: Batman Arkham City| date = November 9, 2011 | accessdate =February 3, 2013 |publisher =[[NDTV]] |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EAZx8TXb |archivedate=February 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastCatWoman2">{{cite web| first=Hilary | last=Goldstein | url=http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/117/1172188p1.html|title=Arkham City's Plot|publisher=News Corporation| work=IGN | date=June 2, 2011 | accessdate=June 23, 2011|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6ATjlNOmu |archivedate=September 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastDavidKaye">{{cite web|first=John |last=Gaudiosi |url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2011/11/04/the-actors-behind-batman-arkham-city-speak-out |title=The Actors Behind Batman: Arkham City Speak Out |date=November 4, 2011 | publisher = [[News Corporation]]| work = [[IGN]] |accessdate=February 3, 2013 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6EAWXev4k | archivedate= February 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastDeadshot">{{cite web| first = Jessica | last =Conditt | url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/16/batman-finds-new-gadgets-a-new-villain-in-arkham-city/ | title=Batman finds new gadgets, a new villain in Arkham City |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=September 16, 2011| accessdate=November 7, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BzzlFdE7 |archivedate= November 7, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastFreeze">{{cite web |first=David|last=Houghton | url =http://www.gamesradar.com/two-new-arkham-asylum-2-characters-outed/ |title = Two New Arkham Asylum 2 Characters Outed| publisher = Future Publishing |work=[[GamesRadar]] |date=April 20, 2010 |accessdate=December 24, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6D9oqWTsC |archivedate= December 24, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastHatter">{{cite web| first = JC | last = Fletcher| url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/05/new-batman-arkham-city-villain-found-in-qore/ | title= New Batman: Arkham City villain found in Qore |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=October 5, 2011| accessdate=October 5, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BycaW5WL |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Casthugo">{{cite web| first1 = Erik | last1=Davis |first2=Joey |last2=Davidson| url =http://www.craveonline.com/gaming/reviews/176728-review-batman-arkham-city| title=REVIEW — Batman: Arkham City |publisher =AtomicMedia |work= [[CraveOnline]]| date=October 24, 2011| accessdate=February 3, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EAZKwkDm |archivedate= February 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastIvy">{{cite web | first =Tom |last = Senior |url = http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/10/05/batman-arkham-city-rogues-gallery-grows-mad-hatter-and-poison-ivy-spotted-also-nightwing/ | title = Batman: Arkham City rogues gallery grows, Mad Hatter and Poison Ivy spotted, also Nightwing | date = October 5, 2011 | accessdate =October 9, 2011 | publisher = [[Future Publishing]]| work = [[PC Gamer]] | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BycfoABB |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastJoker2">{{cite web |first =Brian| last = Warmoth |url = http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2010/05/27/batman-arkham-asylum-2-to-be-mark-hamills-last-joker-role/ | title = 'Batman: Arkham Asylum 2' To Be Mark Hamill's Last Joker Role |date =May 27, 2010 | accessdate =October 9, 2011 | publisher = [[Viacom]]| work = MTV |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6ByckvpYf |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>



<ref name="CastList2">{{cite web|last=Reeves|first=Ben|url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2011/11/01/ultimate-list-of-batman-arkham-city-secrets.aspx |title=The Ultimate List Of Batman: Arkham City Secrets |publisher=GameStop |work=Game Informer |date=November 1, 2011 |accessdate=November 5, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxXeZIfy|archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastList3">{{cite web|last=Reeves|first=Ben|url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2011/11/01/ultimate-list-of-batman-arkham-city-secrets.aspx?PostPageIndex=3 |title=The Ultimate List Of Batman: Arkham City Secrets (Page 3) |publisher=GameStop |work=Game Informer |date=November 1, 2011 |accessdate=November 5, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxXb2nEm |archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastList4">{{cite web|last=Carmichael |first=Stephanie |url=http://www.gamezone.com/products/batman-arkham-city/originals/the-heroes-and-villains-of-batman-arkham-city-part-two|title=The Heroes and Villains of Batman: Arkham City — Part Two |publisher=[[GameZone]] |date=November 30, 2011 |accessdate=November 5, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxYVz2a1 |archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastList5">{{cite web|last=Carmichael |first=Stephanie |url=http://www.gamezone.com/products/batman-arkham-city/originals/the-heroes-and-villains-of-batman-arkham-city-part-one |title=The Heroes and Villains of Batman: Arkham City — Part One|publisher=[[GameZone]] |date=November 29, 2011 |accessdate=November 5, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxYpuNPT |archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastNightwing">{{cite web|first=Ray |last=Carsillo |title=EGM Review Batman Arkham City Nightwing DLC |url=http://egmnow.com/articles/reviews/egm-review-batman-arkham-city-nightwing-dlc |publisher=EGM Media, LLC. |work=[[Electronic Gaming Monthly]] |date=November 3, 2011|accessdate=November 5, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bxaeq5d2 |archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastPenguin">{{cite web | first = Fred | last = Dutton | url = http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-05-18-the-secret-of-nolan-norths-success | title = The secret of Nolan North's success |date = May 18, 2012 | accessdate = May 18, 2012 |publisher=Eurogamer Network| work = [[Eurogamer]] |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Byd3vB0T |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastRiddler">{{cite interview |last=Wingert |first=Wally |subjectlink=Wally Wingert |interviewer=Florian, Jackie |cointerviewers= |title=The Riddler confirmed for Arkham Asylum 2 (13m:50s) |type=Audio |url=http://918thefan.com/2010/kanas-korner-interview-with-wally-wingert/ |format=|program=91.8 The fan |callsign= |city= |date=March 28, 2010 |accessdate=December 24, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6D9pnGQp4 |archivedate=December 24, 2012 |quote=I think they're starting to voice track ''Batman Arkham Asylum 2'', which will be coming up pretty soon i think and it's all very exciting ... all I know is the Riddler has a few lines, so I'm gonna be back doing that pretty soon here ... getting to play the Riddler was pretty amazing.}}</ref>

<ref name="CastRobin">{{cite web |first=Bryan |last=Vore | url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2011/06/20/first-look-at-robin-in-batman-arkham-city.aspx |title=First Look At Robin In Batman: Arkham City |publisher=GameStop |work=Game Informer | date=June 20, 2011 |accessdate=November 6, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Byd9iobF |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastTalia">{{cite web|last=Miller|first=Greg|title=Comic-Con: Batman: Arkham City Reveals Talia al Ghul| url=http://uk.ps3.ign.com/articles/118/1183325p1.html |publisher=News Corporation |work=IGN |date=July 21, 2011 |accessdate=December 24, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BydFbkIX |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastTwoFace">{{cite web |first=Thierry |last=Nguyen|url=http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/30/troy-baker-the-industrys-new-nolan-north/ |title=Troy Baker, the industry's 'new' Nolan North | publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=May 30, 2012 |accessdate=May 30, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BydKV7dP |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastVicki">{{cite web|first=Brett |last=Smiley | url=http://guycodeblog.mtv.com/2011/10/28/batman-arkham-city-women/ |title=6 Sexy Women Of 'Batman: Arkham City' | publisher=Viacom |work=MTV |date=October 28, 2011 |accessdate=November 6, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxcwvM50 |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CatwomanVoice">{{cite web|first=Logan |last=Westbrook| url=http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news/view/111888-Batman-Catwoman-Relationship-Will-Sizzle-Says-Arkham-City-Writer |title=Batman/Catwoman Relationship Will Sizzle, Says Arkham City Writer | publisher=Alloy Digital |work=[[The Escapist (magazine)|The Escapist]] |date=July 26, 2011 |accessdate=February 3, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E9jnAZRs |archivedate=February 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Collectors1">{{cite web |url=http://www.gamebreakers.co/2011/07/batman-arkham-city-collectors-edition-details-2/|title=Batman: Arkham City Collectors Edition Details |publisher=Game Breakers |date=July 20, 2011 |accessdate=July 20, 2011 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BydQbzmq |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Collectors2">{{cite web|first=Matt |last=Clark | url=http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2011/07/19/batman-arkham-city-collectors-edition-gets-statue-other-bat-stuff/ |title='Batman: Arkham City' Collector's Edition Gets Statue, Other Bat-stuff |publisher=Viacom |work=MTV |date=July 19, 2011 |accessdate=October 11, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BydUJHvL |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ComicInfo1">{{cite web|url=http://www.dccomics.com/blog/2011/02/09/batman-arkham-city-comic |title=Batman: Arkham City comic book miniseries announced! |publisher= [[Warner Bros.]] |work=[[DC Comics]] |date=February 9, 2012 | accessdate=November 7, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6C00zJycl |archivedate=November 7, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="crocker">{{cite web|url=http://guru.bafta.org/paul-crocker-big-questions |title=Paul Crocker: Big Questions |publisher=British Academy of Film and Television Arts|accessdate=June 25, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuS3pYE0 |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Crypotograph">{{cite web |last=Donlan |first=Christian |date=March 11, 2011 |url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-03-11-batman-arkham-city-preview|title=Batman: Arkham City Preview |publisher= Eurogamer Network |work =Eurogamer |accessdate= November 5, 2012 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Bw7DPqL8 |archivedate= November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DesignCVGEnding">{{cite web |url=http://www.computerandvideogames.com/335174/interviews/the-ending-was-almost-taboo-rocksteady-looks-back-on-arkham-city/?page=2 | title ='The ending was almost taboo' - Rocksteady looks back on Arkham City | date = February 9, 2012 | accessdate =March 27, 2014 | publisher = Future Publishing | work=Computer and Video Games | archiveurl=http://web.archive.org/web/20131109044658/http://www.computerandvideogames.com/335174/interviews/the-ending-was-almost-taboo-rocksteady-looks-back-on-arkham-city/?page=2|archivedate= November 9, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DesignRobin">{{cite web|first=Matt |last=Clark | url=http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2011/07/06/batman-arkham-city-artist-explains-the-look-of-robin-new-art/ |title='Batman: Arkham City' Artist Explains The Look Of Robin, New Art | publisher=Viacom |work=MTV |date=June 7, 2011 |accessdate= November 12, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6C6ke8Crw |archivedate= November 12, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DesignRobin2">{{cite web|first=Stephen |last=Totilo| title =Why Did Batman: Arkham City Have 440 Trophies? | url =http://www.kotaku.com.au/2012/02/why-did-batman-arkham-city-have-440-trophies/ |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku Australia |date=February 18, 2012 |accessdate=November 12, 2012| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6C6mQG5X3 | archivedate =November 12, 2012| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DesignVision2">{{cite web|first=Kirk |last=Hamilton | title =The Joker Dies in the First Act of Arkham City (Or Does He?) | url =http://kotaku.com/5845285/the-joker-dies-in-the-first-act-of-arkham-city-or-does-he |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|date=September 30, 2011|accessdate=February 3, 2013| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EBqjo4hl | archivedate =February 3, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DesignVision3">{{cite web | url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-09-07-batman-arkham-city-preview | title =Batman: Arkham City Preview | first = Johnny | last =Minkley| date = September 7, 2011 | accessdate =February 8, 2013 | publisher = Eurogamer Network | work=Eurogamer | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EHaJ5Yx1 |archivedate=February 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DevArtHego">{{cite web|first=Ray |last=Carsillo |title=GDC 2012: The Art and Design of Batman: Arkham City |url=http://www.egmnow.com/articles/news/gdc-2012-the-art-and-design-of-batman-arkham-city/ |publisher=EGM Media, LLC. |work=[[Electronic Gaming Monthly]] |date=March 8, 2012 |accessdate=April 13, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6FrI0nmGJ |archivedate=April 13, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DevGSHill">{{cite web | url = http://uk.gamespot.com/special_feature/most-anticipated-2011/day-1/index.html | title = Batman: Arkham City | publisher = CBS Interactive |work=[[GameSpot]] | date = February 1, 2011 | accessdate = February 1, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuSmX3g9 |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DevGuardian">{{cite news|first=Nick| last=Cowen | url =http://www.theguardian.com/technology/gamesblog/2011/sep/02/batman-arkham-city-interview | title =Batman Arkham City interview: superhero development | publisher =Guardian News and Media | work=[[The Guardian]] | date =September 2, 2011 | accessdate =January 20, 2013| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6DnhrbVE2|archivedate= January 20, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DevSecretRoom">{{cite web|last=Dan |first=Ryckert |url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2010/08/09/arkham-asylums-secret-room.aspx |title=Finding The Asylum's Biggest Secret: Arkham City's Blueprints |publisher=GameStop |work=[[Game Informer]] |date=August 9, 2010 |accessdate=March 28, 2013 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6FT5BMWnA | archivedate=March 28, 2013 | deadurl= no}}</ref>

<ref name="DevVision">{{cite web|first=Stephen |last=Totilo | title =The Dark Knight, Too Triumphant? | url =http://kotaku.com/5778838/the-dark-knight-too-triumphant |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|date=March 7, 2011 |accessdate=February 3, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E934GAfR |archivedate= February 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLC5">{{cite web|first=Owen |last=Good | title =A Guide to Batman's Arkham City Wardrobe| url =http://kotaku.com/5852498/a-guide-to-batmans-arkham-city-wardrobe/gallery/3|publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|date=October 23, 2011|accessdate=October 23, 2011 |archiveurl=http://webcitation.org/69m90X6Lq |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLC6">{{cite web|first=Owen |last=Good | title =A Guide to Batman's Arkham City Wardrobe| url=http://kotaku.com/5852498/a-guide-to-batmans-arkham-city-wardrobe/gallery/1|publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|date=October 23, 2011|accessdate=October 23, 2011 |archiveurl=http://webcitation.org/6BydYUK97 |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLC9">{{cite web|first=Evan |last=Narcisse| title =Just in Time for Christmas, the Batcave Will Be Arkham City's Newest Challenge Map|url =http://kotaku.com/5862805/just-in-time-for-christmas-the-batcave-will-be-arkham-citys-newest-challenge-map |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku| date = November 27, 2011 | accessdate=November 27, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BydcIDEm |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLC10">{{cite web |first=JC |last=Fletcher| url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/20/free-batman-arkham-city-skin-unlock-code-offered-as-a-thank-y/ | title =Free Batman: Arkham City skin, unlock code offered as a 'thank you,' new DLC for sale | date = December 20, 2011 | accessdate = November 7, 2012 |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BzDGRCiJ|archivedate= November 7, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCCATGB">{{cite web|last= Navarro |first=Alex |url=http://www.giantbomb.com/news/warner-bros-insists-that-all-catwomen-be-paid-for-new-and-be-connected-to-the-internet/3742/ |title=Warner Bros. Insists that All Catwomen Be Paid for New and Be Connected to the Internet |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[Giant Bomb]] |date=October 31, 2011 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgLvBgR |archivedate=February 21, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCCATPC1">{{cite web|last= Farivar|first=Cyrus |date=November 22, 2011 |url=http://arstechnica.com/gaming/news/2011/11/batman-arkham-city-on-pc-is-the-version-gotham-needs-and-you-deserve.ars |title=Batman: Arkham City on PC is the version Gotham needs (and you deserve)|publisher=[[Condé Nast Publications]] |work= Ars Technica |accessdate= June 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuSHc8wn |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCCatwoman">{{cite web|first=Edwin |last=Evans-Thirlwell |title=Batman: Arkham City Catwoman DLC spotted in official strategy guide|url=http://www.oxm.co.uk/33694/batman-arkham-city-catwoman-dlc-spotted-in-official-strategy-guide/|publisher=Future Publishing | work= [[Official Xbox Magazine]]| accessdate=October 11, 2011|date=October 11, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuSDzYmW |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCiOS">{{cite web | url = http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-24-batman-arkham-city-ios-map-app-released| title = Batman: Arkham City iOS map app released | first = Fred| last = Dutton| date = October 24, 2011 | accessdate = October 25, 2011 | publisher = Eurogamer Network | work=Eurogamer | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuSLGJtv |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCJokerCarnival">{{cite web | url =http://www.360-gamer.com/review/3246/review-batman-ac-challenge-map-pack | title = Review — Batman: AC Challenge Map Pack |date = December 21, 2011 | accessdate = November 7, 2012 | publisher =Uncooked Media |work=[[360 Gamer]] |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCNightwing">{{cite web|first=Edwin |last=Evans-Thirlwell |title=Nightwing joins Batman: Arkham City DLC line-up, Robin DLC pack dated|url=http://www.oxm.co.uk/34682/nightwing-joins-batman-arkham-city-dlc-line-up-robin-dlc-pack-dated/|publisher=Future Publishing | work= Official Xbox Magazine| accessdate=October 11, 2011|date=October 11, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuSP8HBb |archivedate= November 3, 2012|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCQuinn1">{{cite web | url =http://uk.ign.com/articles/2012/05/10/batman-arkham-citys-harley-quinn-dlc-is-what-dlc-should-be? | title = Batman: Arkham City's Harley Quinn DLC Is What DLC Should Be | first=Greg| last = Miller |date = May 10, 2012 |accessdate =May 10, 2012 | publisher = News Corporation |work = IGN |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/67YoqBhuO | archivedate = May 10, 2012 |deadurl=no }}</ref>

<ref name="DLCRobin">{{cite web | url = http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-11-batman-nightwing-release-price-revealed| title = Batman Nightwing release, price revealed | first = Wesley| last = Yin-Poole| date = October 11, 2011 | accessdate = October 11, 2011 | publisher = Eurogamer Network | work=Eurogamer | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuScBlU9 |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCRobinB">{{cite web|first=Joe |last=Russell| url =http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/10/11/batman-arkham-city-robin-and-nightwing-dlc-detailed/ | title =Batman: Arkham City Robin and Nightwing DLC detailed | date = October 11, 2011 | accessdate =February 9, 2013 |publisher = Future Publishing| work = [[PC Gamer]] | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6EJ5kJ9Sy |archivedate=February 9, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCUKRobin">{{cite web | url = http://www.computerandvideogames.com/317436/batman-arkham-city-robin-edition-exclusive-to-game/| title = Batman: Arkham City – Robin Edition exclusive to GAME | first = Tom| last = Ivan | date = September 1, 2011 | accessdate = October 11, 2011 | publisher = Future Publishing | work=Computer and Video Games | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuSf2HPG |archivedate= November 3, 2012|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="EbBreakRelease">{{cite web |first=Ben|last=Parfitt |url =http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/aussie-retailers-break-batman-arkham-city-release-date/086566 | title =Aussie retailers break Batman: Arkham City release date |date = October 17, 2011 | accessdate =November 6, 2012 | publisher = Intent Media | work=[[Market for Home Computing and Video Games]] | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6ByyGTAOG |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Empire100">{{cite web|url=http://www.empireonline.com/features/100greatestgames/game.asp?title=12|title=12 - Batman: Arkham City |publisher=[[Empire (film magazine)|Empire]] |date=August 2014|accessdate=August 28, 2014|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6SADRI8s4|archivedate=August 28, 2014|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="FinancialPost">{{cite news|first=Daniel|last=Kaszor| url = http://business.financialpost.com/2011/10/18/download-code-batman-arkham-citys-mixed-up-fight-against-used-game-sales/ | title = Arkham City's misguided crusade against used-game sales | date = October 18, 2011 | accessdate =December 24, 2012 | publisher =National Post |work=[[Financial Post]] |location=Canada | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BuSqESwS |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="five">{{cite web |url=http://www.gamespot.com/special_feature/batman-arkham-firstlook/image-feature/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham City Comic Book First Look |publisher=CBS Interactive |work=Gamespot |date=April 4, 2011 |accessdate= June 25, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bydg3LG2 |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Gadgets10">{{cite web | first = Kurtis| last = Seid |url = http://uk.gamespot.com/features/batman-arkham-city-walkthrough-6341105/?page=2 | title =Batman's Gadgets | date = October 19, 2011 | accessdate = November 6, 2012 | publisher = [[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[GameSpot]] | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bxf9Z3Df |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GFWL">{{cite web |first=Quinton |last=Smith | url=http://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2011/06/16/batman-arkham-city-will-use-gfwl/ |title=Batman: Arkham City Will Use GFWL |publisher=[[Rock, Paper, Shotgun]] |date=June 16, 2011 | accessdate=November 6, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bye0QkhV |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GFWL2">{{cite web|last=Yin Poole |first=Wesley |date=August 30, 2011| url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-08-30-warner-batman-ac-is-a-gfwl-title |title=Warner: Batman AC IS a GFWL title |publisher= Eurogamer Network | work=Eurogamer |accessdate= June 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bye2py6b |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GFWL3">{{cite web| first= Luke | last =Plunkett |title = Batman: Arkham City is Using Games For Windows Live (Boo!)| date = August 30, 2011 | url = http://kotaku.com/5835711/batman-arkham-city-is-using-games-for-windows-live-boo|publisher=[[Gawker Media]]|work=[[Kotaku]]|accessdate=October 18, 2011 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6CXuiVXH6|archivedate=November 29, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="gi preview">{{cite news |first=Bryan |last=Vore |url= http://www.gameinformer.com/games/batman_arkham_city/b/xbox360/archive/2010/10/11/batman-arkham-city-cover-story.aspx |title=Batman: Arkham City — Preview | publisher=GameStop| work = [[Game Informer]] | date = October 11, 2010 | accessdate=November 6, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CXulkwmX |archivedate=November 29, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="gi preview2">{{cite news |first= Bryan | last = Vore | title =Batman: Arkham City — Preview (Page 2) |url=http://www.gameinformer.com/games/batman_arkham_city/b/xbox360/archive/2010/10/11/batman-arkham-city-cover-story.aspx?PostPageIndex=2 |publisher=GameStop | work =Game Informer |date = October 11, 2010 | accessdate= December 16, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CwZKS7RQ |archivedate=December 16, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayCat2">{{cite web|first=Phil |last=Kollar | url=http://www.gameinformer.com/games/batman_arkham_city/b/ps3/archive/2011/06/02/hands-on-with-catwoman-in-batman-arkham-city.aspx |title=Batman: Arkham City | publisher=GameStop| work = [[Game Informer]] |date=June 2, 2011 | accessdate=February 3, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E9j7hYCE |archivedate= February 3, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayChallenge1">{{cite web | first =Daemon | last =Hatfield | url = http://uk.ign.com/articles/2011/08/17/gamescom-batman-arkham-citys-challenge-modes | title = Gamescom: Batman Arkham City's Challenge Modes |publisher =[[News Corporation]] |work=[[IGN]] |date=August 17, 2011 | accessdate =January 31, 2013| archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6E5ScCdfX |archivedate=January 31, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayChallenge2">{{cite news | first =David | last =Jenkins| url = http://metro.co.uk/2011/08/25/batman-arkham-city-3d-preview-127493/ | title =Batman: Arkham City 3D preview – the streets of Gotham |publisher =[[Associated Newspapers]] |work= [[Metro (British newspaper)|Metro]] |date=August 25, 2011 |accessdate =January 31, 2013| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E5TeHBgq |archivedate=January 31, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GplayEXP1">{{cite web|first=Carolyn |last=Petit | title=Batman: Arkham City Review |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/batman-arkham-city/reviews/batman-arkham-city-review-6340096/| work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=October 14, 2011|accessdate=February 6, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EEfi4gIs |archivedate=February 6, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GplayEXP2">{{cite web|first=Derrick|last=Smith| title=Batman: Arkham City Review |url=http://game-insider.com/2011/10/31/batman-arkham-city-review/ |publisher=Game-Insider | date=October 31, 2011| accessdate=February 6, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EEgf5iE4 |archivedate =February 6, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayGadgets">{{cite web |first=Matt |last=Clark |title='Batman: Arkham City' Includes Six New Gadgets, New Villain Deadshot |url=http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2011/09/16/batman-arkham-city-new-gadgets-new-villain-deadshot/ |publisher=Viacom |work=MTV |date=September 16, 2012 |accessdate=November 5, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BwC5dIzy |archivedate= November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GplayLauncher">{{cite web | url =http://www.computerandvideogames.com/309563/arkham-city-exposed-batmans-beautiful-future/?page=2#top_banner | title =Arkham City exposed: Batman's beautiful future | first = | last = | date=June 29, 2011 | accessdate =November 5, 2012 | publisher = [[Future Publishing]] | work=[[Computer and Video Games]] | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BwDKQrFI |archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayRiddler1">{{cite news|first=Evan | last=Narcisse| title=Cat vs. Bat: Hands-on with ‘Batman: Arkham City’ | url=http://techland.time.com/2011/07/06/cat-vs-bat-hands-on-with-batman-arkham-city/| work =[[Time (magazine)|Time]] | publisher = [[Time Inc.]] | date=July 6, 2011| accessdate = February 3, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6E941MZbf | archivedate = February 3, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayThird">{{cite web | url =http://www.unrealengine.com/showcase/batman_arkham_city/| title =Batman: Arkham City | first = | last = | date= | accessdate =January 8, 2013 | publisher = [[Epic Games]] | work= | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6DWdCpZVM |archivedate=January 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayThird2">{{cite web|first=Stace |last=Harman | url=http://www.vg247.com/2011/10/18/dark-knight-rises-today-batman-arkham-city-hands-on/ |title=Dark Knight rises today – Batman: Arkham City hands-on | publisher=[[VG247]] |date=October 19, 2011 |accessdate=February 2, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E8WPncTD |archivedate= February 2, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayTriOviz">{{cite web | url =http://epicgames.com/news/darkworks-trioviz-for-games-sdk-brings-3d-capabilities-to-unreal-engine-3 | title =Darkworks TriOviz® for Games SDK Brings 3D Capabilities to Unreal Engine 3 | first = | last = | date=October 6, 2010 | accessdate =February 3, 2013 | publisher = [[Epic Games]] | work= | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EAMPIT8j |archivedate=February 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayVision">{{cite web|first=Giancarlo |last=Vanini | title=Batman: Arkham City Preview |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/batman-arkham-city/previews/batman-arkham-city-preview-6300792/ | work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=February 24, 2011| accessdate =February 3, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6E91pNczG | archivedate = February 3, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayVision2">{{cite web|first=Giancarlo |last=Vanini | title=Batman: Arkham City Preview |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/batman-arkham-city/previews/batman-arkham-city-preview-6300792/?page=2 | work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=February 24, 2011| accessdate =February 3, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EEcppG1C | archivedate = February 3, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayWeapon1">{{cite web|first=Alexander|last=Musa | title=Batman: Arkham City |url=http://www.primagames.com/games/batman-arkham-city/guides/62 | work = [[Prima Games]] | publisher =[[Random House]] | date=November 26, 2011 |accessdate =February 6, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6E91uhDmA| archivedate =February 6, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayWeapon2">{{cite web|first=Daniel |last=Bischoff | title=5 Tips on How to Complete Batman: Arkham City's Combat Challenge Rooms |url=http://www.gamerevolution.com/features/5-tips-on-how-to-complete-batman-arkham-citys-combat-challenge-rooms | work = [[Game Revolution]] | publisher = Net Revolution Inc. | date=October 26, 2011 |accessdate =February 6, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EEcsMFRL | archivedate =February 6, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=GRPC>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/982135-batman-arkham-city/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham City (PC) reviews at |publisher=CBS Interactive |work=[[GameRankings]] |date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgVwnU0 |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=GRPS3>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/981375-batman-arkham-city/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham City (PlayStation 3) reviews at |publisher=CBS Interactive |work=GameRankings|date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgbFWSO |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=GRWii>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/wii-u/632942-batman-arkham-city-armored-edition/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham City — Armored Edition |publisher=CBS Interactive |work=GameRankings|date=November 18, 2012 |accessdate=November 27, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CUj9QT4Z |archivedate=November 27, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=GRX360>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/981374-batman-arkham-city/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham City (Xbox 360) reviews at |publisher=CBS Interactive |work=GameRankings |date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgZavcN |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GSpotPreview">{{cite web |first = Jane | last = Douglas |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/news/6269025.html?om_act=convert&om_clk=morenews&tag=morenews%3Btitle%3B12 | title = Arkham Asylum art director talks mistakes | publisher =[[CBS Interactive]] |work= [[GameSpot]] | date = July 14, 2010 | accessdate = August 11, 2010 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Bye80sy5 |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="hamill twitter">{{cite web |first=Luke |last=Plunkett | url=http://kotaku.com/5851561/arkham-city-is-maybe-mark-hamills-last-performance-as-the-joker |title=Arkham City is (Maybe) Mark Hamill's Last Performance as The Joker |publisher=[[Gawker Media]] |work=[[Kotaku]] |date=October 20, 2011 |accessdate=November 6, 2012 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BxbjQ8Ju |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="IGNHill">{{cite web | first=Greg |last=Miller |url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2011/02/14/batman-arkham-city-gotham-on-lockdown | title=Batman: Arkham City Gotham on Lockdown | date=February 14, 2011 | accessdate=February 8, 2013 | publisher=News Corporation |work=IGN | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EHYTkPv0|archivedate=February 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="IGNHill2">{{cite web | first=Greg |last=Miller |url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2011/02/14/batman-arkham-city-gotham-on-lockdown?page=2 | title=Batman: Arkham City Gotham on Lockdown (Page 2) | date=February 14, 2011 | accessdate=February 8, 2013 | publisher=News Corporation |work=IGN | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EHYRUYHK |archivedate=February 8, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="IgnPreview1">{{cite web | first = Hilary | last = Goldstein | url = http://ps3.ign.com/articles/115/1155256p1.html | title = Batman: Arkham City – The Riddler's Return |publisher =[[News Corporation]] |work=[[IGN]] |date =March 15, 2011 | accessdate =February 21, 2013 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6EbfeMVfR |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="IGNTop25PC">{{cite web |url = http://uk.ign.com/articles/2012/08/07/the-top-25-modern-pc-games-2?page=1 | title =The Top 25 Modern Pc Games |publisher =[[News Corporation]] |work=[[IGN]] |date =August 6, 2012| accessdate =September 16, 2014 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6SdmfAjyI|archivedate=September 16, 2014 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="IOS1">{{cite web|first=Brian |last=Crecente | url=http://kotaku.com/5866177/batmans-return-to-arkham-city-is-triumphant-but-short-lived |title=Batman's Return to Arkham City is Triumphant, But Short|publisher=Gawker Media |work=Kotaku |date=December 8, 2011 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Ebg3I3ce |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="IOS2">{{cite web|first=Brian |last=Crecente | url=http://kotaku.com/5866016/take-on-deathstroke-in-this-surprise-batman-arkham-city-game |title=Take on Deathstroke in This Surprise Batman: Arkham City Game |publisher=Gawker Media |work=Kotaku |date=December 7, 2011 |accessdate=June 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6ByzAQ6id |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="JokerasClayface">{{cite video game | title = Batman: Arkham City | developer = [[Rocksteady Studios]]| publisher = [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]] | date = October 18, 2011 | platform = | version = | scene = | level = | language = English| isolang = | quote = '''Batman''': It was never you. / '''Joker''': Not always... well, sometimes. Confusing, isn't it? I know I'd want to know just what the hell is going on if I were you. Let's just say, at times like these it's important to keep up appearances. But first, if you would be so kind... Hand. Over. My. Cure. / [the dead Joker transforms into Clayface] / '''Joker''': Ladies and gentlemen, for one night only, standing in for yours truly, and doing a damn fine job of it, I give you... CLAYFACE!}}</ref>

<ref name="Joystiq2">{{cite web| first = Wesley| last =Yin-Poole| url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-13-batman-online-pass-unlocks-catwoman | title=Batman online pass unlocks Catwoman |publisher=Eurogamer Network |work=Eurogamer| date=October 13, 2011| accessdate=October 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="JoystiqPrev1">{{cite web|first=JC |last=Fletcher | url=http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/16/batman-arkham-city-supports-3d-whether-you-have-a-3dtv-or-not/ |title=Batman: Arkham City supports 3D whether you have a 3DTV or not | publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq|date=August 16, 2011 | accessdate=August 16, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6ByzFHIbi |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MacOSX">{{cite web |first=Kirk |last=Hiner | url=http://www.technologytell.com/apple/109397/batman-arkham-city-game-of-the-year-edition-hits-os-x-december-13th/|title=Batman: Arkham City Game of the Year Edition hits OS X December 13th |publisher= GadgeTell LLC |work=TechnoloyTell | date=December 12, 2012 |accessdate=December 13, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CsbfxtQY |archivedate=December 13, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Marketing4">{{cite web|last=Graser|first=Marc|url=http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118044346?refCatId=13 |title='Batman: Arkham City' game widens franchise | publisher=PMC |work=Variety | date=October 13, 2012|accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbfuRRQI |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MarketingCampaign">{{cite web|first=Steve |last=Peterson |url=http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2012-04-19-skyrim-and-batman-arkham-city-inside-the-marketing |title=Skyrim and Batman: Arkham City: Inside The Marketing |publisher=Eurogamer Network |work=[[Eurogamer|GamesIndustry.biz]] |date=April 19, 2012 |accessdate=February 8, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EHphRiDQ |archivedate=February 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MarketingLaunch">{{cite web|first=Rick |last=Marshall |url=http://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/batman-arkham-city-to-get-early-release-at-times-square-event/ |title=Batman: Arkham City to get early release at Times Square event |publisher=[[Digital Trends]] |date=October 7, 2011 |accessdate=October 11, 2011 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6ByzNSF23|archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MarketingViral2">{{cite web|first=Logan |last=Westbrook| url=http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news/view/111897-Strange-Recordings-Kick-Off-Arkham-City-Viral-Campaign |title=Strange Recordings Kick Off Arkham City Viral Campaign | publisher=Alloy Digital |work=[[The Escapist (magazine)|The Escapist]] |date=July 26, 2011 |accessdate=February 8, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EHpfj0pa|archivedate=February 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=MCPC>{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/batman-arkham-city |title=Batman: Arkham City (PC) reviews at |publisher=CBS Interactive | work=[[Metacritic]] |date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgdRduM |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=MCPS3>{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/batman-arkham-city |title=Batman: Arkham City (PlayStation 3) reviews at |publisher=CBS Interactive | work=Metacritic|date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgjOkII |archivedate=February 21, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=MCWii>{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/wii-u/batman-arkham-city---armored-edition |title=Batman: Arkham City — Armored Edition |publisher=CBS Interactive | work=Metacritic |date=November 18, 2012 |accessdate=November 27, 2012 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6CUjJJLxe |archivedate=November 27, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=MCX360>{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/batman-arkham-city |title=Batman: Arkham City (Xbox 360) reviews at |publisher=CBS Interactive | work=Metacritic |date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Ebgi0FWY |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Metacritic-alltime">{{cite web|url =http://www.metacritic.com/browse/games/score/metascore/all/all?sort=desc&view=condensed| title = Highest and Lowest Scoring Games| publisher = CBS Interactive| work=Metacritic | accessdate = February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Fg5NOTSu |archivedate=April 4, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Metacritic-2011">{{cite web|first=Jason| last=Dietz | url =http://www.metacritic.com/feature/best-video-games-of-2011 | title = The Best Videogames of 2011 | publisher =CBS Interactive | work=Metacritic| date = December 23, 2011 |accessdate=November 4, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bum8Ln3B | archivedate=November 4, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MusicScore1">{{cite web|url=http://www.watertower-music.com/releases_spotlight.php?search=bacscore |title=Batman: Arkham City — Original Videogame Score |publisher=[[WaterTower Music]] |accessdate=December 24, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6DA9INnfG |archivedate=December 24, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MusicSoundtrack1">{{cite web|url=http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/batman-arkham-city-deluxe/id465064022 |title=iTunes – Music – Batman: Arkham City (Deluxe Edition) by various artists |publisher=Apple Inc. |work=[[iTunes]] |date=October 4, 2011 |accessdate=October 11, 2011| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BvY5htA8 |archivedate=November 4, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MusicSoundtrack3">{{cite web|url=http://www.watertower-music.com/releases_spotlight.php?search=batmanarkhamcity |title=Batman: Arkham City – The Album |publisher=WaterTower Music |date=October 4, 2011 |accessdate=December 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6DAAjSvSA |archivedate=December 25, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MusicSoundtrack4">{{cite web|first=Tom | last=Phillips | url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-09-07-batman-arkham-city-the-album-announced |title=Batman: Arkham City The Album revealed |publisher=Eurogamer Network|work=Eurogamer|date=September 7, 2011 |accessdate=February 24, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EgJMy6nH |archivedate=February 24, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GameNGPlus">{{cite web |first =Russ| last =Frushtick |url =http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2011/09/07/batman-arkham-city-getting-new-game-plus-mode-how-it-works/ | title ='Batman: Arkham City' Getting New Game Plus Mode: How It Works |date=September 7, 2011 |accessdate =February 6, 2013 | publisher = [[Viacom]] | work = [[MTV]] | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BwC2U2QF |archivedate=February 6, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="NowGamerPrev1">{{cite news|last=Stuart |first=Keith |title=Batman: Arkham City and the art of narrative game design |url=http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/gamesblog/2011/may/18/batman-arkham-city-interview |publisher =Guardian News and Media | work=[[The Guardian]] | date=May 18, 2011 |accessdate=February 3, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E9vxiqtD |archivedate=February 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="OpenWorld">{{cite web |first =Adam | last = Rosenberg |url =http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2011/04/11/batman-arkham-city-offers-a-load-screen-free-outdoor-open-world/ | title = 'Batman: Arkham City' Offers A Load Screen-Free Outdoor Open World |date=November 4, 2011 |accessdate =November 5, 2012 | publisher = [[Viacom]] | work = [[MTV]] | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BwC2U2QF |archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PlotDet">{{cite web|first=Nick |last=Dinicola |title=Batman Is Boring in ‘Arkham City’ |url=http://www.popmatters.com/column/153306-batman-is-boring-in-arkham-city/ |publisher=[[PopMatters]] |work= |date=January 26, 2012 |accessdate=February 4, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EC2dbj8Y |archivedate=February 4, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PlotDet2">{{cite web|first=Nick |last=Dinicola |title=Batman Is Boring in ‘Arkham City’ |url=http://www.popmatters.com/column/153306-batman-is-boring-in-arkham-city/P1 |publisher=[[PopMatters]] |work= |date=January 26, 2012 |accessdate=February 4, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EC2pt9jL |archivedate=February 4, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PlotDet3">{{cite web|title=Batman Arkham City Walkthrough — Titan and Mr Sickle |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/features/batman-arkham-city-walkthrough-6341105/?page=7| work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=October 19, 2011 | accessdate = February 4, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EC4tVTq0| archivedate =February 4, 2013| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PlotDet4">{{cite web|title=Batman Arkham City Walkthrough — Boss Beat Down |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/features/batman-arkham-city-walkthrough-6341105/?page=3 | work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=October 19, 2011 | accessdate = February 4, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EC4vryVr | archivedate =February 4, 2013| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PlotDet5">{{cite web|title=Batman Arkham City Walkthrough — Ninjas and Robots |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/features/batman-arkham-city-walkthrough-6341105/?page=8 | work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=October 19, 2011 | accessdate = February 4, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EC4xgnkN | archivedate =February 4, 2013| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PlotDet10">{{cite web|first=Jose |last=Otero |url=http://www.1up.com/features/interview-arkham-city-opening-open |title=Interview: How Arkham City Goes From Opening Credits to Open World in Ten Minutes Flat |publisher=News Corporation |work=1UP.com |date=October 14, 2011 | accessdate = February 8, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EHab2GBf | archivedate =February 8, 2013| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Preorder3">{{cite web|first=Wesley | last=Yin-Poole| url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-17-batman-sinestro-corps-skin-uk-details |title=Batman Sinestro Corps skin UK details|publisher=Eurogamer Network|work=Eurogamer|date=October 17, 2011 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgJB50n |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PreOrderCase">{{cite web | first=Archie |last= Thomas | url =http://blog.gadgethelpline.com/gaming-weekly-batman-bonuses-red-dead-resident-evil/ | title =Gaming Weekly – Batman Arkham City Pre-order Bonuses, Red Dead Free DLC and Resident Evil's new Google ads |date = September 2, 2011| accessdate =February 21, 2013 |publisher = TMTI |work=Gadget Helpline |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6Ebg8Ox9g| archivedate =February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PreOrderCase2">{{cite web | url =http://gamingbolt.com/batman-arkham-city-all-pre-order-costumes | title =Batman Arkham City – All Pre-Order Costumes |first=Jim| last = Girgenti |date = August 2, 2011| accessdate =February 21, 2013| publisher =[[CraveOnline]] |work=Gaming Bolt |archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgBJL46 | archivedate =February 21, 2013| deadurl=no }}</ref>

<ref name="PreownedCat">{{cite web|first=Mike |last=Fahey | title = Don't Fret Used Gamers, GameStop Gives Used Buyers Free Catwoman Codes |date = October 14, 2011 | url = http://kotaku.com/5849828/dont-fret-used-gamers-gamestop-has-catwoman-codes-for-preowned-arkham-city-purchasers |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgPJH4x |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="reallydark">{{cite web|first=Jim |last=Reilly |url=http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/108/1084586p1.html |title=Batman: Arkham Asylum 2 Will Be 'Really Dark' |publisher=News Corporation | work=IGN |date=April 19, 2010 |accessdate=April 19, 2010 | archiveurl= http://web.archive.org/web/20100423191124/http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/108/1084586p1.html | archivedate= April 23, 2010 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateNAAU">{{cite web |first = JC | last = Fletcher | url = http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/11/report-batman-arkham-city-out-in-europe-october-21/ | title = Batman: Arkham City opens up for tourism October 18 |date = March 11, 2011 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |publisher =[[AOL]] |work= [[Joystiq]]| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbfEClTZ |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateEU">{{cite web | url = http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-03-11-batman-arkham-city-release-date | title = Batman: Arkham City release date | first = Wesley | last = Yin-Poole | date = March 11, 2011 | accessdate = March 11, 2011 | publisher = Eurogamer Network | work=[[Eurogamer]] | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E8J9AY8Q |archivedate= February 2, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateEUWii">{{cite news | first =David | last =Jenkins| url =http://metro.co.uk/2012/12/10/batman-arkham-city-armoured-edition-review-gone-batty-3309361/ | title =Batman: Arkham City – Armoured Edition review – gone batty |publisher =[[Associated Newspapers]] |work= [[Metro (British newspaper)|Metro]] |date=December 10, 2012 | accessdate =February 2, 2013| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E8J7Ky1V |archivedate=February 2, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateWiiU">{{cite web |url=http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/RrQQOvKnkCGswrw3JYQB_DbRSwm1Tm5t |title=Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition |publisher=[[Nintendo]]|work=Nintendo.com |accessdate=September 15, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6D9nGugmH |archivedate=December 24, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateWiiUAu">{{cite web|first=Brenna |last=Hillier | url=http://www.vg247.com/2012/11/30/wii-u-australian-launch-in-photos/ |title=Wii U: Australian launch all smiles, balloons and sugar | publisher=[[VG247]] |date=November 30, 2012 |accessdate=December 24, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6DA5lM0W9 |archivedate= December 24, 2012|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateWin">{{cite web|first=Alex |last= V. | url=http://www.newgamenetwork.com/news/3638/batman-arkham-city-delayed-for-pc/|title=Batman: Arkham City delayed for PC|date=November 8, 2011|publisher=[[New Game Network]]|accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbfIIBZi |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateWin2">{{cite web|first=Robert|last=Purchese| url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-18-batman-arkham-city-pc-release-date| title = Batman: Arkham City PC release date | publisher = Eurogamer Network|work=Eurogamer|date = October 18, 2011 | accessdate =February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbfVFcSG |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateWinAU">{{cite web| first=Mark| last=Serrels| title =Batman: Arkham City Has An Australian Release Date For PC | url =http://www.kotaku.com.au/2011/11/batman-arkham-city-has-an-australian-pc-release-date/ |publisher=Gawker Media |work=Kotaku Australia |date=November 9, 2011 |accessdate=December 24, 2012 | archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6DA3m00a0 | archivedate =December 24, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ReleaseDigital">{{cite web |first = Wesley| last =Yin-Poole | url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-11-22-batman-arkham-city-pc-onlive-origin-release-details | title =Batman: Arkham City PC, OnLive, Origin release details | date = November 22, 2011 | accessdate = November 5, 2012 |publisher = Eurogamer Network | work=Eurogamer| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6Bw6OvHlt | archivedate = November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ReleaseGOTY">{{cite web| first=Evan | last=Narcisse | title ="Harley Quinn's Revenge" Coming With the Batman: Arkham City Game of the Year Edition | url =http://kotaku.com/5904266/harley-quinns-revenge-coming-with-the-batman-arkham-city-game-of-the-year-edition |publisher=Gawker Media |work=Kotaku |date=April 23, 2012 |accessdate=April 23, 2012 | archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/678kzJEed | archivedate =April 23, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ReleaseGOTY2">{{cite web |first = Tom| last =Phillips | url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-04-23-batman-arkham-city-harley-quinns-revenge-dlc-confirmed | title = Batman: Arkham City Harley Quinn's Revenge DLC confirmed | date = April 23, 2012 | accessdate = April 23, 2012 | publisher = Eurogamer Network | work=Eurogamer| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/678o5oSacR | archivedate =April 23, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ReleaseGOTY3">{{cite web |first = Tom| last =Phillips | url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-09-19-uk-batman-arkham-city-goty-edition-delayed-until-2nd-november | title =Batman: Arkham City GOTY Edition delayed until 2nd November in UK | date = September 19, 2012 | accessdate = February 21, 2013 | publisher = Eurogamer Network | work=Eurogamer| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EbfzjLQh | archivedate =February 21, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ReleaseProblem1">{{cite web|first=Fred|last=Dutton| url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-20-arkham-city-dlc-launch-mishap| title = Arkham City DLC launch mishap | publisher = Eurogamer Network|work=Eurogamer|date = October 20, 2011 | accessdate = February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbhAVLgz |archivedate= February 21, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ReleaseProblem2">{{cite web|first=Wesley|last=Yin-Poole| url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-21-gamers-report-batman-dlc-corruption| title = Gamers report Batman DLC corruption | publisher = Eurogamer Network|work=Eurogamer|date = October 21, 2011 | accessdate =February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Ebh7QmXo |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ReleaseWiiU2">{{cite web|last=Vore|first=Bryan|url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2012/06/05/batman-arkham-city-armored-edition-announced.aspx|title=Batman: Arkham City – Armored Edition Announced|publisher=GameStop |work=Game Informer | accessdate=February 21, 2013 |date=June 5, 2012 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Ebg5nMGj|archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Retail360Bundle">{{cite news|first=James| last=Batchelor| url =http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/batman-xbox-bundles-available-now/086978 | title = Batman Xbox bundles available now | publisher = Intent Media| work=Market for Home Computing and Video Games | date = October 25, 2011 | accessdate = October 26, 2011|archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlxIFqk|archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Rev1UP">{{cite web|last=Nguyen |first=Thierry |date=October 14, 2011 |url=http://www.1up.com/reviews/batman-arkham-city-xbox-ps3 |title=Batman: Arkham City Reaffirms Itself as The Best Superhero Game |publisher=News Corporation |work=1UP.com |accessdate=June 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EHaVeycW |archivedate=February 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevVG247">{{cite web|first=Nathan |last=Grayson | url=http://www.vg247.com/2011/03/16/the-dark-knight-returns-rocksteadys-ginn-on-arkham-city/ |title=The Dark Knight Returns: Rocksteady riddles Arkham City| publisher=[[VG247]] |date=March 16, 2011 |accessdate=June 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6DA5hivu2 |archivedate= December 24, 2012|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevBestof11">{{Cite news|first=Ben | last=Fritz| title = Warner's approach to video games is paying off | url =http://articles.latimes.com/2011/oct/18/business/la-fi-1018-ct-warner-interactive-20111018/2 |work=Los Angeles Times |publisher = [[Tribune Company]] | date = October 18, 2011 |accessdate=October 18, 2011 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6EHXtfxL1 |archivedate=February 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevEGM">{{cite web|first=Ray |last=Carsillo | url=http://www.egmnow.com/articles/reviews/egm-review-batman-arkham-city/ |title=Egm Review: Batman: Arkham City |publisher=EGM Media, LLC. |work=[[Electronic Gaming Monthly]] |date=October 18, 2011|accessdate=June 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bxlo5GsM |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevEurogamer">{{cite web|first=Christian|last=Donlan| url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-14-batman-arkham-city-review| title = Batman: Arkham City – Review | publisher = Eurogamer Network|work=Eurogamer|date = October 14, 2011 | accessdate = October 14, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxllcoUk |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevG4TV">{{cite web|last=Wishnov |first=Jason |date=October 14, 2011 |url=http://www.g4tv.com/games/xbox-360/63090/batman-arkham-city/review/ |title=G4 – Batman: Arkham City Review – Xbox 360 |publisher= [[G4 Media]] |work=[[G4 (TV channel)|G4]] |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgobHWI |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevGameInformer">{{cite news|first=Andrew | last= Reiner| url =http://www.gameinformer.com/games/batman_arkham_city/b/ps3/archive/2011/10/14/the-best-licensed-video-game-ever-made.aspx | title = Batman: Arkham City | publisher = GameStop | work=[[Game Informer]] | date = October 14, 2011 | accessdate = November 3, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bxlk7oUW |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevGamePro">{{cite web |first=Will |last=Herring | url=http://www.pcworld.com/article/243754/review_batman_arkham_city_is_essential_for_batman_fans.html#gpr |title=GamePro – Review: Batman: Arkham City (360/PS3) |publisher=PC World |work=[[GamePro]] |date=October 14, 2011 |accessdate=November 7, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlbcTDH |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevGuardian">{{cite news|first=Nick| last=Cowen | url =http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/gamesblog/2011/oct/14/batman-arkham-city-game-review | title = Batman: Arkham City – review | publisher =Guardian News and Media | work=[[The Guardian]] | date = October 14, 2011 | accessdate = November 4, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlZ68rk |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevGerPlay3">{{cite news| first=Tom |last=Pakinkis |url =http://www.computerandvideogames.com/321344/batman-arkham-city-review-92-in-brand-new-verdict/ | title = Batman: Arkham City review – 'The best superhero game ever made,' claims new verdict | publisher = Future Publishing | work=Computer and Video Games | date = October 5, 2011 | accessdate =February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbguMkBI |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevGMaster">{{cite news|first=Ben | last=Parfitt| url =http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/first-batman-arkham-city-review-points-to-goty-contender/086036 | title = First Batman: Arkham City review points to GOTY contender | publisher = Intent Media| work=[[Market for Home Computing and Video Games]] | date = October 2011 | accessdate = October 10, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlWLCSp |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevGSpot">{{cite web|first=Caroyln |last=Petit | url=http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/action/batman-arkham-city/review.html?tag=summary%3Bread-review&page=1 |title=Batman: Arkham City Review |publisher=CBS Interactive |work=GameSpot |date=October 18, 2011 |accessdate=June 25, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlThW6L |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevHarleyEuro">{{cite web|first=Christian|last=Donlan| url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-05-31-batman-arkham-city-harley-quinns-revenge-review | title = Batman: Arkham City — Harley Quinn's Revenge Review | publisher = Eurogamer Network|work=Eurogamer|date = May 31, 2012 | accessdate = November 5, 2012 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Bw3fWfnL|archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=RevHarleyIGN>{{cite web|first=Greg |last=Miller | url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2012/05/29/batman-arkham-city-harley-quinns-revenge-review |title=Batman Arkham City Harley Quinn's Revenge Review |publisher=News Corporation |work=IGN |date=May 29, 2012 |accessdate=July 24, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuThEinz |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevHarleyKotaku">{{cite web| first=Stephen |last=Totilo | title =Harley Quinn's Revenge is Batman: Arkham City's Bad New Ending | url =http://kotaku.com/5913913/harley-quinns-revenge-is-arkham-citys-bad-new-ending |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku |date=May 29, 2012 |accessdate=November 6, 2012| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6BxdXirg8 | archivedate =November 6, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevIGN">{{cite web|first=Greg |last=Miller | url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2011/10/14/batman-arkham-city-review?page=2 |title=IGN – Batman: Arkham City |publisher=News Corporation |work=IGN |date=October 14, 2011 |accessdate=June 25, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlR7WGu |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevJoystiq">{{cite news|first=Griffin |last=McElroy |url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/14/batman-arkham-city-review/| title = Batman: Arkham City review: A world of difference | publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq|date = October 14, 2011 | accessdate =November 6, 2012 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Bxhy7lY5|archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

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<ref name="RevOPMAU">{{cite news| first=Tom |last=Pakinkis | url =http://www.computerandvideogames.com/320937/batman-arkham-city-review-10/10-in-worlds-first-verdict/ | title = Batman: Arkham City review – 10/10 in world's first verdict | publisher = [[Future Publishing]] | work=[[Computer and Video Games]] | date = October 2, 2011 | accessdate = October 10, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlLxFxw |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevOPMUK">{{cite web|first=Leon |last=Hurley | url=http://www.officialplaystationmagazine.co.uk/2011/10/14/batman-arkham-city-ps3-review/ |title=Batman Arkham City review – Official PlayStation Magazine UK gives it 10/10 and a gold award |publisher= Future Publishing |work=PlayStation Official Magazine |accessdate=June 25, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlFAj6A |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevOXM">{{cite web |first=Corey |last=Cohen | url=http://www.oxmonline.com/batman-arkham-city-review |title=Batman: Arkham City review |publisher=Future Publishing |work=Official Xbox Magazine |date=October 17, 2011 |accessdate= June 25, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlCIYzm |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

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<ref name="RevWiiEuro">{{cite web|first=Richard |last=Leadbetter | url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/digitalfoundry-batman-arkham-city-wii-u-face-off | title =Face-Off: Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition on Wii U | publisher = Eurogamer Network |work=Eurogamer |date =November 27, 2012 |accessdate =November 27, 2012 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6CUjOgpYH |archivedate=November 27, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

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<ref name="RevWiiJoy">{{cite web| first =JC | last =Fletcher | url =http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/18/batman-arkham-city-armored-edition-review-wonderful-toys/ |title= Batman Arkham City: Armored Edition review: Wonderful toys | publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=November 18, 2012| accessdate=November 27, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CUjcn88F | archivedate=January 13, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevWiiNinWorld">{{cite web| first =Patrick | last =Barnett | url =http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/review/32599 | title=Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition | publisher =Nintendo World Report, LLC. |work=Nintendo World Report | date=November 24, 2012| accessdate=November 27, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CUjvLFHU | archivedate=January 13, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesFeb2012">{{cite web|first=Eddie|last=Makuch|title= Batman: Arkham City ships 6 million |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/news/6349980.html | work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=February 8, 2012| accessdate = February 8, 2012 | archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/65JIoLL1x|archivedate= February 8, 2012|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Sales2">{{cite web|last=Dutton|first=Fred|title=Battlefield 3, Arkham City dominate October US sales|url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-11-12-battlefield-3-arkham-city-dominate-october-us-sales |publisher=Eurogamer Network |work=Eurogamer | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BxkcgCKx |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Sales3">{{cite web |last=Dutton |first=Fred |date=December 9, 2011 |url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-12-09-modern-warfare-3-skyrim-dominate-crowded-november-us-sales-chart |title= Modern Warfare 3, Skyrim dominate crowded November US sales chart |publisher=Eurogamer Network |work=Eurogamer |accessdate= June 25, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxkYhfeh |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesSold1">{{cite news|title=Batman: Arkham City sells 2 million copies in first week|url=http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/entertainmentnewsbuzz/2011/10/batman-arkham-city-sells-2-million-copies-in-first-week.html|first=Ben|last=Fritz|date=October 25, 2011|publisher=Tribune Company | work=Los Angeles Times|accessdate=October 25, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxkUp4az |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesUK2011">{{cite news|first=| last= | url =http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/gamesblog/2012/jan/11/best-selling-games-of-2011 | title =Best selling games of 2011: Modern Warfare 3 outguns the opposition | publisher =Guardian News and Media | work=[[The Guardian]] | date = January 11, 2012 | accessdate =February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Ebh0P2Ak |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesUK2012">{{cite news| first=Tom |last=Ivan |url =http://www.computerandvideogames.com/386449/uk-the-100-best-selling-games-of-2012-revealed/ | title =UK: The 100 best-selling games of 2012 revealed | publisher = Future Publishing | work=Computer and Video Games | date = January 14, 2013 | accessdate =February 21, 2013 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Ebgy4RX7|archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesUKWeek1">{{cite news|first=Ben | last=Parfitt| url =http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/uk-charts-batman-arkham-city-is-the-new-no-1/086951 | title = UK CHARTS: Batman Arkham City is the new No.1 | publisher = Intent Media| work=Market for Home Computing and Video Games | date = October 24, 2011 | accessdate = October 24, 2011 | archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/62g40X5JC | archivedate = October 24, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesUKWeek1B">{{cite news| url =http://www.ukie.info/content/ukie-week-42-2011-uk-video-games-charts | title =UKIE Week 42 2011 UK Video Games Charts – Week Ending 22 October 2011 | publisher = The UK Interactive Entertainment Association | work= | date = October 22, 2011 | accessdate=February 16, 2013 | archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/6EU8AIX3f | archivedate =February 16, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesUKWeek1C">{{cite news|url = http://www.webcitation.org/62g48zG2j | title =Top 10 Xbox 360 Games -Charts 16/10/11 to 22/10/11 | publisher = Intent Media| work=Market for Home Computing and Video Games | date = October 22, 2011 | accessdate = October 24, 2011 | archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/62g48zG2j | archivedate = October 24, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesUKWeek1D">{{cite news| url =http://www.webcitation.org/62g4AvG5a | title = Top 10 PS3 Games -Charts 16/10/11 to 22/10/11| publisher = Intent Media| work=Market for Home Computing and Video Games | date = October 22, 2011 | accessdate = October 24, 2011 | archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/62g4AvG5a | archivedate = October 24, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Setting1">{{cite web |first=|last= | url =http://uk.ign.com/articles/2011/09/06/get-your-batman-arkham-city-questions-answered | title =Get Your Batman: Arkham City Questions Answered | publisher=[[J2 Global]] |work=[[IGN]] | date = September 5, 2011 | accessdate =August 10, 2013 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Ikrx39Io|archivedate=August 10, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Setting2">{{cite web| first=Evan |last=Narcisse | title =The Surprising Stories That Connect Batman: Arkham City to Arkham Asylum| url =http://kotaku.com/5852123/the-surprising-stories-that-connect-batman-arkham-city-to-arkham-asylum|publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|date=October 21, 2011|accessdate=November 12, 2012 | archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6C6lFa7I7 | archivedate =November 12, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Setting10">{{cite web|first=Matt | last=Bradford| title=Rocksteady dissects Batman: Arkham City's controversial ending | url=http://www.gamesradar.com/rocksteady-dissects-batman-arkham-citys-controversial-ending/ | publisher = [[Future Publishing]] | work = [[GamesRadar]]| date = February 9, 2012 | accessdate=February 4, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EBrjccye |archivedate=February 4, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Sequel1">{{cite web| first = Ben| last = Gilbert | url =http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/06/paul-dini-explains-absence-from-next-batman-game/| title=Paul Dini explains absence from next Batman game |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=August 6, 2012 | accessdate=August 6, 2012 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/69j5Px3Ht|archivedate=August 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Sequel4">{{cite web|first=Bryan |last=Vore |title=May Cover Revealed: Batman: Arkham Origins |url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2013/04/09/may-cover-revealed-batman-arkham-origins.aspx |publisher=GameStop |work=Game Informer |date=April 9, 2013 |accessdate=April 9, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6FkryLhJf |archivedate=April 9, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Sequel5">{{cite web|first=Jason | last =Schreier | title =Batman: Arkham Origins Is Coming This Fall | url =http://kotaku.com/batman-arkham-origins-is-coming-this-fall-471657142 |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku| date =April 9, 2013 |accessdate=April 9, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Fkv66k3a |archivedate=April 9, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SkinAnimated">{{cite web| first = Mike | last = Schramm| url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/19/arkham-citys-animated-series-batman-skin-is-exclusive-for-games/ | title= Arkham City's Animated Series Batman skin is exclusive for GameStop PowerUp Rewards members |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=September 19, 2011| accessdate=October 8, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxkNlJhF |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SkinEnsemble">{{cite web| first = Lucas | last=Sullivan | url =http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/08/01/batman-arkham-city-pre-order-skins-look-awesome/ | title=Batman: Arkham City pre-order skins look awesome | publisher = Future Publishing |work=[[PC Gamer]] | date=August 1, 2011| accessdate=February 8, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EHxO7v20 |archivedate=February 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SkinRobin1">{{cite web | url =http://uk.ps3.ign.com/articles/118/1189611p1.html | title = Batman: Arkham City – Robin Skins, Mr. Wayne News | first=Greg| last = Miller |date = August 22, 2011 | accessdate = October 11, 2011 | publisher = News Corporation |work = IGN |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxkHLMqk |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SkinRobin2">{{cite web | url =http://uk.ps3.ign.com/articles/117/1175823p1.html | title = Batman: Arkham City – Why Robin DLC Is Good News |first =Greg| last = Miller |date = June 13, 2011 | accessdate = October 11, 2011 | publisher = News Corporation |work = IGN | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxkEqxaB |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SkinSinestro">{{cite web| first = Jordan | last = Mallory| url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/08/green-lantern-extended-cut-blu-ray-combo-pack-to-include-batman/ | title= Green Lantern Extended Cut Blu-Ray combo pack to include Batman: Arkham City Sinestro Corps skin | publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq|date=October 8, 2011| accessdate=October 8, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxkC4VK8 |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SkinSinestro2">{{cite web| first = David | last =McCutcheon | url =http://uk.bluray.ign.com/articles/118/1189817p1.html | title= Green Lantern BD Offers Batman: Arkham City Surprise | publisher = [[News Corporation]]| work = [[IGN]] | date=August 23, 2011| accessdate=October 8, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bxk8sPEy |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SteelbookCatwoman">{{cite web|last=Hopkins|first=Tom|title=Batman: Arkham City Skins: UK Pre-Order Content Explained|url=http://www.nowgamer.com/batman-arkham-city-skins-uk-pre-order-content-explained/|publisher=NowGamer|date=October 17, 2011|accessdate=October 18, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxjwirRG |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SteelcaseAU">{{cite web| first = Ben| last =Gilbert | url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/29/batman-arkham-city-steelbook-edition-exclusive-to-australian/ | title= Batman: Arkham City 'Steelbook Edition' exclusive to Australian EB Games, comes with classic costume |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=July 29, 2011| accessdate=October 11, 2011 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Bxk0kmS3|archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="TaliahasCure">{{cite video game | title = Batman: Arkham City | developer = [[Rocksteady Studios]]| publisher = [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]] | date = October 18, 2011 | platform = | version = | scene = | level = | language = English| isolang = | quote = '''Talia al Ghul''': I had to save you. [Shows Batman a vial of antidote] Harley Quinn stole it for him, I took it back.}}</ref>

<ref name="Quinnhascure">{{cite video game | title = Batman: Arkham City | developer = [[Rocksteady Studios]]| publisher = [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]] | date = October 18, 2011 | platform = | version = | scene = | level = | language = English| isolang = | quote = '''Mr Freeze''': It's over. That was all I could manufacture. / '''Batman''': Harley Quinn took it.}}</ref>

<ref name="Technicalissue2">{{cite web|first=Jonathan|last=Downin|title= Arkham City dev investigating disappearing Xbox 360 saves |url=http://www.gamespot.com/news/arkham-city-dev-investigating-disappearing-xbox-360-saves-6345535 | work = [[GameSpot]] | publisher = [[CBS Interactive]] | date=November 14, 2011| accessdate = November 6, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxjpQwI5 |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="TechnicalIssue3">{{cite web|first=Matt | last=Bradford | title=Warner Bros seeking help to solve Batman: Arkham City 360 glitch| url=http://www.gamesradar.com/warner-bros-seeking-help-solve-batman-arkham-city-xbox-360-glitch/| publisher = [[Future Publishing]] | work = [[GamesRadar]]| date = November 15, 2011 | accessdate=November 15, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxjlSRx3 |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Technicalissue4">{{cite web|first=Henry |last=Winchester | title=Arkham City's DirectX 11 support is some kind of joker |url=http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/11/24/arkham-citys-directx-11-support-is-some-kind-of-joker/| publisher = Future Publishing |work=[[PC Gamer]] | date=November 24, 2011| accessdate = November 6, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxjdTIav |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Technicalissue5">{{cite web|first=Jarred | last=Walton | title=Batman: Arkham City—New Villain DX11 Man on PCs!| url=http://www.anandtech.com/show/5149/batman-arkham-city-new-villain-dx11-man-on-pcs | publisher = [[AnandTech]]| date = November 23, 2011 | accessdate=November 23, 2011 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BxjHArNT|archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ValeVoice">{{cite av media|url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A4mFjqkH7DQ&t=14m24s |title=Sac Anime 2013-Live from Arkham panel with Kevin Conroy and Grey Delisle|author=MSP|publisher=YouTube|date=January 9, 2013|accessdate=November 25, 2013|time=14:24}}</ref>

<ref name="VGAWinners">{{cite web| first = Christopher| last = Grant| url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/10/here-are-the-winners-of-the-2011-spike-video-game-awards/ | title=Here are the winners of the 2011 Spike Video Game Awards |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=December 10, 2011| accessdate=December 11, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxjDnZ85 |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="WayneCaptured">{{cite video game | title = Batman: Arkham City | developer = [[Rocksteady Studios]]| publisher = [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]] | date = October 18, 2011 | platform = | version = | scene = Opening | level = | language = English| isolang = | quote = '''Hugo Strange''': I feel I should thank you. Capturing Bruce Wayne is so much easier than Batman. And now that we have you, Protocol 10 is ready to begin. It will be my legacy, a monument to your failure... and if you try to stop me, I guarantee everyone will know your secret.}}</ref>
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Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth

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{{Infobox comic book title| 
title = Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth
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| image = Arkham.jpg
| caption = Dave McKean's cover to the ''Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth'' hardcover edition
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| publisher = [[DC Comics]]
| date = October 1989
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| main_char_team = [[Batman]] [[Joker (comics)|The Joker]] [[Amadeus Arkham]]
| past_current_color = background:#ff9275
| writers = [[Grant Morrison]]
| artists = [[Dave McKean]]
| pencillers =
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| colorists =
| letterers = [[Gaspar Saladino]]
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'''''Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth''''' (often shortened to '''''Batman: Arkham Asylum''''') is a ''[[Batman]]'' [[graphic novel]] written by [[Grant Morrison]] and illustrated by [[Dave McKean]]. It was originally published in the [[United States]] in both hardcover and softcover editions by [[DC Comics]] in 1989. The subtitle is taken from [[Philip Larkin]]'s poem "Church Going."

The graphic novel was the first Batman story to be written by Morrison before becoming a regular writer in future Batman titles. Inspired by previous works like ''[[The Dark Knight Returns]]'', Morrison conceived the story to be his own different approach to the character, using heavy symbolical references and the deconstruction of many iconic Batman villains. The story follows the vigilante [[Batman]], who was called upon to quell a maddening riot taking place in the infamous [[Arkham Asylum]], a psychiatric hospital housing the most dangerous supervillains in [[Gotham City]]. Inside, Batman meets and fights many of his enduring rogues gallery such as the [[Joker (comics)|Joker]], [[Two-Face]], and [[Killer Croc]], many of whom have changed since he last saw them. As Batman ventures deeper, he discovers the origin of how the asylum was established, the history of its builder [[Amadeus Arkham]], and the [[supernatural]] and [[Psychological horror|psychological mystery]] that has been haunting the area.

Upon its release, the graphic novel garnered commercial and critical acclaim, and is considered by many as one of the greatest Batman stories of all time, and one of the best works of Grant Morrison's career.<ref name="RS">{{cite web|url=http://www.rollingstone.com/culture/pictures/the-best-of-grant-morrison-20110822/arkham-asylum-0057157|title=The Best of Grant Morrison|publisher=''[[Rolling Stones]]''|author=Perpetua, Matthew}} August 22, 2011</ref> The graphic novel would later become the definitive story of the Arkham Asylum, a critical part of the Batman mythos.

==Conception and influences==
The graphic novel was writer [[Grant Morrison]]'s first work on [[Batman]], making it the earliest installment in the Morrison's Batman saga. Morrison would later note in the annotated script of how the graphic novel was to be the start of his own undertaking of the Batman comics.<ref name="Will">Booker, Will. ''Batman Unmasked: Analyzing a Cultural Icon'' (Bloomsbury Academic September 18, 2001) p.268. ISBN 978-0-8264-1343-7.</ref> Line 55 of Philip Larkin's poem "Church Going" was used as a subtitle.<ref name="Nerd">{{cite web|url=http://nerdbastards.com/2011/06/11/comics-rewind-arkham-asylum-a-serious-house-on-serious-earth/|title=COMICS REWIND: 'Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth'
|publisher=''Nerd Bastards''|author=Jackson, Matthew}} June 11, 2011</ref> In his original script printed in the 15th Anniversary Edition (2005), Morrison remarks on several details behind the genesis of the work:
{{blockquote|[[Len Wein]] ... had written a few short and evocative paragraphs on the history of Arkham Asylum [in the DC ''[[Who's Who in the DC Universe|Who's Who]]'' series] and it was here I learned of poor Amadeus Arkham, the hospital's founder ... [''Arkham'']'s themes were inspired by [[Lewis Carroll]], [[quantum physics]], [[Jung]], and [[Aleister Crowley|Crowley]]; its visual style by [[surrealism]], Eastern European creepiness, [[Jean Cocteau|Cocteau]], [[Antonin Artaud|Artaud]], [[Jan Svankmajer|Svankmajer]], the [[Brothers Quay]], etc. The intention was to create something that was more like a piece of music or an experimental film than a typical adventure comic book. I wanted to approach Batman from the point of view of the dreamlike, emotional and irrational hemisphere, as a response to the very literal, 'realistic', '[[left brain]]' treatment of superheroes which was in vogue at the time, in the wake of ''[[The Dark Knight Returns]]'', ''[[Watchmen]]'', and others.<ref>Singer (2011) p.52</ref>}}

An additional reference to the work as a "response" to trends of the time is made in a later note: "The repressed, armored, uncertain and sexually frozen [Bat]man in ''Arkham Asylum'' was intended as a critique of the '80s interpretation of Batman as violent, driven, and borderline [[psychopath]]ic."<ref name="Nerd"/> Morrison goes on to explain that his symbolic conception of the character is for this book alone, and that his other work involving Batman has cast him in a far different light.<ref name="15th" /> He explains,
{{blockquote|The construction of the story was influenced by the architecture of a house — the past and the tale of Amadeus Arkham forms the basement levels. [[Secret passage]]s connect ideas and segments of the book. There are upper stories of unfolding [[symbol]] and [[metaphor]]. We were also referencing [[sacred geometry]], and the plan of the Arkham House was based on the [[Glastonbury Abbey]] and [[Chartres Cathedral]]. The journey through the book is like moving through the floors of the house itself. The house and the head are one.<ref name="15th">Morrison, Grant. ''Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth'' 15th Anniversary Edition (DC Comics, 2005) s. Original scripts ISBN 1-4012-0425-2.</ref>}}

[[File:Grant morrison2.jpg|thumb|right|190px|[[Grant Morrison]], writer of ''Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth''.]]
During an interview with Alex Carr, Morrison stated that [[Frank Miller (comics)|Frank Miller's]] ''[[The Dark Knight Returns]]'' was a huge influence during his development of the story. Morrison liked what Miller did with the Batman, creating a whole new different character who was a more driven and obsessed vigilante, and Morrison wanted to make his own "different" take on the Batman comics. Morrison also added that they tried to stay away from the original hardboiled pulp influence of the Batman and those seen in American cinema adaptations, but instead use more themes and style from European cinema.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://blog.shelfari.com/my_weblog/2011/02/graphic-novel-friday-the-grant-morrison-interview-all-things-batman-and-more.html|title=Graphic Novel Friday: The Grant Morrison Interview: All Things Batman (and More)|publisher=''Shelfari''|author=Carr, Alex}}</ref>

Morrison admitted that he preferred [[Brian Bolland]] to have been the novel's artist,<ref name="Beast">{{cite web|url=http://notthebeastmaster.typepad.com/weblog/2005/10/a_serious_house.html|title=A Serious House on Serious Earth: Commentary|publisher=''I Am NOT the Beastmaster ''|author=Singer, Marc}} October 7, 2005</ref> complementing that McKean's art doesn't have "the most terrifying expressions of the real."<ref>Singer (2011) p.71</ref> Morrison liked Bolland's art in ''The Killing Joke'', and initially wanted him to have drawn the comic, while criticizing McKean's choice of making the novel more abstract, adding that the novel would have been better if it was more concrete. In Morrison's assessment, his writing and McKean's art styles clashed and competed with the novel's symbolic systems, which he said to be its greatest weakness.

In the 15th anniversary paperback, Grant Morrison recalls how an early version of the script was passed around for people to look at. Most of them thought the [[psychological horror]] and heavy symbolism was not only a failure, but the dumbest Batman story ever, many of whom laughed at the idea. After the release of the graphic novel and the paperbacks, Morrison ends up asking them 'who's laughing now, @$$hole??'<ref name="Beast" /> Morrison would also add that the people "who don't read comics regularly seemed to really enjoy the book."<ref name="15th" />

==Story==
[[James Gordon (comics)|Commissioner Gordon]] informs [[Batman]] that the patients of [[Arkham Asylum]] have taken over the facility, threatening to murder the staff unless Batman agrees to meet with them.<ref name="IGN"/> Among the hostages are Dr. Charles Cavendish, Arkham's administrator, and Dr. Ruth Adams, a therapist. The patients are led by the [[Joker (comics)|Joker]], who kills a guard to spur Batman to obey his wishes. Meanwhile, [[Two-Face]]'s mental condition has deteriorated as a result of Adams' therapy; she replaced Two-Face's trademark coin with a six-sided die then a [[tarot]] deck, in each instance increasing the number of choices he has (as opposed to two choices from his original coin) in the hope that he will eventually not leave any of his choices up to chance. Instead, the treatment renders him incapable of even making simple decisions, such as going to the bathroom.<ref name="Nerd" />

The Joker forces Batman into a game of hide and seek, giving him one hour to escape Arkham before his adversaries are sent to hunt him down. However, unbeknownst to Batman, the Joker shortens the time from one hour after being pressured by the other inmates. Batman subsequently encounters [[Clayface#Preston Payne|Clayface]], [[Mad Hatter (comics)|Mad Hatter]], and [[Maxie Zeus]], among other villains. During a struggle with [[Killer Croc]], Batman is thrown out of a window, grabbing onto the statue of an angel. Clutching the statue's bronze spear, Batman climbs back inside and impales Croc before throwing him out the window, sustaining a severe wound from the spear in the process.

Batman finally reaches a secret room high in the towers of the asylum. Inside, he discovers Cavendish dressed in a bridal gown and threatening Adams with a razor. It is revealed that he orchestrated the riots. When questioned by Batman, Cavendish has him read a passage from the diary of the asylum's founder, [[Amadeus Arkham]]. In flashbacks, it is revealed that Arkham's [[mentally ill]] mother, Elizabeth, suffered delusions of being tormented by a [[supernatural]] [[bat]]. After seeing the creature himself, Arkham cut his mother's throat to [[mercy killing|end her suffering]]. He blocked out the memory, only to have it return after an inmate, [[Mad Dog (DC Comics)#Martin "Mad Dog" Hawkins|Martin "Mad Dog" Hawkins]], raped and murdered Arkham's wife and daughter.

[[Psychological trauma|Traumatized]], Arkham donned his mother's wedding dress and razor, vowing to bind the [[evil]] spirit of "The Bat" with [[Magic (paranormal)|sorcery]]. He treats Hawkins for months before finally killing him by means of electrocution during a [[Electroconvulsive therapy|shock therapy]] session. Arkham continues his mission even after he is incarcerated in his own asylum; using his fingernails, he scratches the words of a binding spell all over his cell until his death.

After discovering the diary, razor, and dress, Cavendish came to believe that he was destined to continue Arkham's work. On [[April Fools Day]]—the date Arkham's family was murdered—Cavendish released the patients and lured Batman to the asylum, believing him to be the bat Arkham spoke of. Cavendish accuses him of feeding the evil of the asylum by bringing it more [[insane]] souls. Batman and Cavendish proceed to struggle, which ends after Adams slashes Cavendish's throat with the razor.

Seizing an axe, Batman hacks down the front door of the asylum, proclaiming that the inmates are now free. The Joker offers to put him out of his misery. Batman retrieves Two-Face's coin from Adams and returns it to him, stating that it should be up to Two-Face to decide Batman's fate. Two-Face declares that they will kill Batman if the coin lands scratched side up, but let him go if the unscarred side appears. Two-Face flips the coin and declares Batman free. The Joker bids Batman good-bye, taunting him by saying that should life ever become too much for him in "the asylum" (the outside world) then he always has a place in Arkham. As Batman disappears into the night, Two-Face stands looking at the coin and it is revealed that it landed scratched side up – he chose to let Batman go of his own free will. He then turns to the stack of tarot cards and recites a passage from ''[[Alice's Adventures in Wonderland]]'': "Who cares for you? You're nothing but a pack of cards."

==Themes and style==
The story was influenced by many previous deconstructions of the [[Superhero fiction|superhero genre]] at [[Modern Age of Comic Books|that time]], and Morrison himself wanted the novel to be his own re-imagining of the superhero Batman. Morrison included themes such as symbolism and [[psychological horror]] in the story, and how insanity actually works inside the story's setting; the Arkham Asylum. Morrison added references to [[Sigmund Freud]], [[Aleister Crowley]], and ''[[Alice in Wonderland]]'',<ref name="Geek">{{cite web|url=http://www.geek-retreat.com/batman-day-run-top-5-batman-comics-4-arkham-asylum-serious-house-serious-earth/|title=Top 5 Batman Comics #4: Arkham Asylum: A Serious House On Serious Earth|publisher=''Geek Retreat''|author=Duffy, Andrew}} July 20, 2014</ref> while also presenting psychologically different versions of several classical characters in the ''Batman'' [[fictional universe|universe]] from their original representation.<ref name="Nerd" /> Examples include: [[Maxie Zeus]], an electrified, emaciated figure with [[Messiah complex|messianic delusions]] obsessed with electric shocks and [[coprophagia]]; [[Clayface]] (presumably Preston Payne), who is rapidly wasting away from lack of "feeding"; [[Mad Hatter (comics)|the Mad Hatter]], whose obsession with ''Alice in Wonderland'' has [[pedophilia|pedophilic]] overtones; and Batman himself, who is driven close to the breaking point by the Asylum. [[Killer Croc]] was originally drawn as suffering deformities similar to those of [[Joseph Merrick]], the "Elephant Man", although his final incarnation is that of a humanoid crocodile. It was also in this graphic novel that Joker's "super sanity" was first mentioned. This is the idea that the Joker reinvents himself every day to suit whatever circumstances he found himself in, so that he might be a harmless prankster one moment and a homicidal maniac the next.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://entertainment.howstuffworks.com/arts/comic-books/joker4.htm|title=How the Joker Works?|publisher=''How Stuff Works''|author=Hunt, Matt}}</ref>

The Joker himself was portrayed with [[homosexual]] elements, and this representation would later be incorporated in future Batman books like "[[Death of the Family]]", which describes him as being "in love" with Batman.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://whatculture.com/comics/10-things-dc-comics-want-forget-joker%e2%80%8f.php/11|title=10 Things DC Comics Want You To Forget About The Joker‏|publisher=''What Culture''|author=Baker, Tom}} May 30, 2014</ref> In the script, Morrison initially wanted the Joker to "wear make-up and black lingerie in parody of [[Madonna (entertainer)|Madonna]]." Editors in DC on the other hand, removed the parody, believing that readers may assume that [[Jack Nicholson|Jack Nicholson's]] portrayal of the character in the ''[[Batman (film)|Batman]]'' film is a [[transvestite]].<ref>Singer (2011) p.65</ref> Indeed, unlike many superhero comic books of the time, many forms of sexual references can be seen and many of the supervillains in the novel were heavily sexualized.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.counter-currents.com/2010/12/arkham-asylum-an-analysis/|title=Arkham Asylum: An Analysis|publisher=''Counter Currents''|author=Bowden, Jonathan}} December 21, 2010</ref> Characters like the Mad Hatter, who aside from being a pedophile, was said to be a [[child molester]]; Clayface being perceived as "[[AIDS]] with two legs"; and [[cross dressing]] seen in characters like Amadeus Arkham.<ref>Singer (2011) p.68</ref>

The main setting of the story, the Arkham Asylum, plays a large role in how the inmates perceived their own insanity. As said by the Mad Hatter, "sometimes I think the asylum is the head. We're inside a huge head that dreams us all into being." He also described the asylum as being a "looking glass" that shows the subject their own twisted psyche. Morrison used [[Hypostasis (personality)|hypostasis]] to push the story forward, saying that the [[psychoanalytic theory]] and [[Jungian archetypes]] was an influence.<ref name=Nerd /><ref>Singer (2011) p.67</ref>

===Artwork===
[[File:Saladino's lettering sample.jpg|thumb|right|300px|A panel from ''Arkham Asylum'', showing [[Dave McKean]]'s artwork and letterer [[Gaspar Saladino]]'s distinctive lettering treatment.]]
[[Dave McKean]] drew most of the principal art and also the cover art of the entire graphic novel. In illustrating the story, McKean blended paintings, drawings, photography, and mixed-media collage to come up with striking page designs, and dense symbols.<ref name="Singer 2011 p.64">Singer (2011) p.64</ref> He said that he was "trying to make the book despite the subject, rather than because of it. At the end of the day, if you really love to do Batman comics, then that's probably the best thing to do. Not liking them, and then trying to make something out of them is just a waste of time." He also came to think that "overpainted, lavish illustrations in every panel just didn't work. It hampers the storytelling."<ref>[http://www.sequart.org/magazine/602/grant-morrison-from-the-asylum-to-the-star/ Grant Morrison: From the ''Asylum'' to the ''Star''], Nicholas Labarre, Sequart, April 29, 2008</ref> [[Symbolism (arts)|Symbolism]] and heavy imagery was used much by McKean with his own [[surrealism|surreal]] artwork, and many of the scenes seen in the graphic novel involved the use of symbols to denote a particular psychological device.<ref name="Grovel">{{cite web|url=http://www.grovel.org.uk/batman-arkham-asylum/|title=Batman: Arkham Asylum review|publisher=''Grovel''|author=Shaw, Andy}}</ref> For example, an inscription can be seen scratched on the doorway of Maxie Zeus' electroshock chamber in Greek which translates into "Discover thyself." Many of this symbolism were later explained and expanded upon by the release of the 15th Anniversary Edition containing Morrison's annotated script.

''Arkham Asylum'' is also widely celebrated for [[Gaspar Saladino]]'s distinctive [[Letterer|lettering]] work and giving characters their own fonts.<ref name="Kimball">Kimball, Kirk. [http://www.dialbforblog.com/archives/500/ "The Treasure Keeper — Part Twelve of Twelve: Into the Asylum!"], Dial B for Blog #500 (Sept.). Accessed May 20, 2011.</ref> The practice of giving characters customized lettering treatments has since become widespread, especially in DC's [[Vertigo (DC Comics)|Vertigo]] line and many [[Marvel Comics|Marvel]] comics.<ref name="Kimball" /> Different speech bubbles were used for many characters: Batman's is black with white lettering, Maxie gets blue with a Greek font, while and Joker's speech is without a bubble at all; the red, ink-spattered script used for his dialogue is as ungovernable as the character itself, reflecting his manic intensity and disruptive power.

==Critical reaction and legacy==
The graphic novel was published in October 1989 in the wake of Tim Burton's film ''[[Batman (film)|Batman]]''. Upon its release, the graphic novel became a commercial success and catapulted Morrison and McKean's name in the comic book industry. Editor Karen Berger revealed that it has sold over "close to a half million copies" by 2004, making it the best-selling original graphic novel in American superhero comics.<ref name="Singer 2011 p.64"/> According to the Grant Morrison website, the series has already sold over 600,000 copies worldwide.<ref>[http://www.grant-morrison.com/biography/comics.html Grant Morrison - The Official Website: Biography]</ref>

Hilary Goldstein of [[IGN]] Comics praised the story and its "claustrophobic" portrayal of the asylum, saying that "''Arkham Asylum'' is unlike any other Batman book you've ever read [and] one of the finest superhero books to ever grace a bookshelf."<ref name="IGN">{{cite web|url=http://comics.ign.com/articles/626/626657p1.html|title=Batman: Arkham Asylum Review|publisher=[[IGN]]|author=Goldstein, Hilary}} June 17, 2005</ref> Goldstein also ranked ''Arkham Asylum'' #4 on a list of the 25 greatest Batman graphic novels, behind ''[[Batman: The Killing Joke|The Killing Joke]]'', ''[[Batman: The Dark Knight Returns|The Dark Knight Returns]]'', and ''[[Batman: Year One|Year One]]''.<ref>[http://comics.ign.com/articles/624/624619p1.html The 25 Greatest Batman Graphic Novels], Hilary Goldstein, IGN, June 13, 2005</ref> ''[[Rolling Stone (magazine)|Rolling Stone]]'' praised the book as being one of Grant Morrison's best works, calling it "[his] first big commercial hit – and his first shot writing Batman, a character he would spend a great deal of time with over the course of his career – was this ground-breaking graphic novel featuring the grim, twisted artwork of painter Dave McKean. In this darkly poetic, psychologically rich tale, Batman faces off against the Joker, Two-Face, the Scarecrow and other villains inside Gotham City's house for the criminally insane."<ref name="RS" /> Joseph Szadkowski of ''[[The Washington Times]]'' called it as "one of the key sequential-art stories of the Batman library."<ref>Szadkowski, Joseph. "Batman vs. Joker in Asylum", ''[[The Washington Times]]'', Washington, 10 September 2009</ref>

Keith Dooley of ''Comics Authority'' describes it as "psychologically and visually jarring book [that] brings the reader along with Amadeus Arkham and Batman on their journeys through their psyches in a world full of symbolism."<ref name=ca /> Adding also that "Batman, his foes, and all of humanity are greatly affected by the power of symbolism, with this story laying before the reader that these fictional characters' stories are also, in many ways, our stories."<ref name=ca>{{cite web|url=http://comicsauthority.com/2013/10/31/review-batman-arkham-asylum-a-serious-house-on-serious-earth/|title=Arkham Aylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth review|publisher=''Comics Authority''|author=Dooley, Keith}} October 31, 2013</ref> Lucas Siegel from ''[[Newsarama]]'' also praised the comic, describing the art as " striking, beautiful, and yes, today's secret word: disturbing."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.newsarama.com/790-friday-flashback-arkham-asylum.html|title=Arkham Aylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth review|publisher=[[Newsarama]]|author=Siegel, Lucas}} August 15, 2008</ref>

Andy Shaw of ''Grovel'' on the other hand had a more negative response, praising the artwork of Dave McKean and calling it "brilliant", but criticized Morrison's story as claustrophobic and "has more ponderous psychology than action and, as a result, not enough room to fit any decent action in."<ref name=Grovel /> Shaw would later add that Morrison's work "doesn't stand up to his rivals," and that "mixing the history of the asylum – famous dumping ground for Batman's psychotic foes – with a typical Batman adventure is interesting enough, but Morrison throws too much at the hero in too small a space.<ref name=Grovel /> This makes Batman's journey through Arkham's finest nutters appear too easy – more of a stroll through a fairground haunted house with a few old chums than a serious battle for his life. Coupled with an anti-climatic ending, there's little feeling of impending disaster – the chronicled event should probably appear in Batman's casebook of over-hyped walkovers."<ref name="Grovel" /> Morrison himself admitted that the amount of symbolism made him "[ending] up being accused of doing the most pretentious Batman book ever.<ref>Singer (2011) p. 54</ref>

In October 2005, a 15th Anniversary edition was released. The new reprint contained Morrison and Karen Berger's annotated script that breaks down and explains much of the symbolic references in the series, as well as principal art and step-by-step samples of the story.<ref name="15th" />

==In other media==
In the film ''[[Batman Begins]]'', Jonathan Crane's entrance to the asylum's cellar with Rachel Dawes mirrors the Joker's own entrance with Batman in the novel.<ref>O'Neil, Dennis. ''Batman Unauthorized: Vigilantes, Jokers, and Heroes in Gotham City'' (Smart Pop, February 9, 2008) p.115 ISBN 978-1-933771-30-4.</ref> The game ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]'' is loosely based on the comic, which follows a similar premise and also shares the same name from the comic.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=20931|title=Paul Dini talks about Arkham Asylum|publisher=''[[Comic Book Resources]]''|author=LeTendre, Brian}} April 24, 2009</ref> Additionally, the new warden of Arkham, [[Quincy Sharp]], believes himself to be the reincarnation of Amadeus Arkham, and makes frequent reference to the history outlined in the comic. The asylum founder [[Amadeus Arkham]]'s spirit haunts the mansion (however it turns out to be Warden Quincy Sharp who believes Amadeus's spirit chose him to continue his work in cleansing the city), with the cell in which he inscribed his name in the floor also present.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://guides.gamepressure.com/batmanarkhamasylum/guide.asp?ID=8098|title=Walkthrough - Batman: Arkham Asylum Game Guide|publisher=''Game Pressure''|author=Halas, Jacek}}</ref> At one point in the game, Quincy Sharp calls the Joker "filthy degenerate", just as Batman does in the graphic novel. Additionally in the beginning of the game The Joker says to Batman that he is "always welcome" in Arkham.

==References==

=== Footnotes ===
{{reflist}}

=== Sources consulted ===
* Callahan, Timothy (2007) [http://www.sequart.org/books/1/grant-morrison-the-early-years/ ''Grant Morrison: The Early Years]. Masters of the Medium''. [http://www.sequart.org/ Sequart Research & Literacy Organization]. ISBN 978-0-615-21215-9
* Khouri, Andy. [http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=10710 "Grant Morrison: The Early Years - Part II: ''Arkham Asylum'',"] [[Comic Book Resources]] (July 6, 2007).
* Singer, Marc. (2011) ''Grant Morrison: Combining the Worlds of Contemporary Comics''. University Press of Mississippi. ISBN 978-1-61703-136-6.

==External links==
* [http://www.comicsbulletin.com/reviews/110920233584870.htm 15th Anniversary edition review at Comics Bulletin]

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'''''Batman: Arkham City''''' is a 2011 [[Action-adventure game|action-adventure]] [[video game]] developed by [[Rocksteady Studios]] and released by [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]] for the [[PlayStation 3]] and [[Xbox 360]] [[video game console]]s, and [[Microsoft Windows]]. Based on the [[DC Comics]] superhero [[Batman]], it is the sequel to the 2009 video game ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]'' and the second installment in the ''[[Batman: Arkham]]'' series. It was released worldwide for consoles, beginning in North America on October 18, 2011, with a Microsoft Windows version following on November 22.

Written by veteran ''Batman'' writer [[Paul Dini]] with Paul Crocker and Sefton Hill, ''Arkham City'' is based on the franchise's long-running comic book [[mythos]]. In the game's main storyline, Batman is incarcerated in Arkham City, a massive new super-prison enclosing the decaying urban slums of fictional [[Gotham City]]. He must uncover the secret behind the sinister scheme, "Protocol 10", orchestrated by the facility's warden, [[Hugo Strange]]. The game's leading characters are predominantly voiced by actors from the [[DC animated universe|DC Animated Universe]], with [[Kevin Conroy]] and [[Mark Hamill]] reprising their roles as Batman and the [[Joker (comics)|Joker]], respectively. The game is presented from the [[third-person perspective]] with a primary focus on Batman's combat and stealth abilities, detective skills, and gadgets that can be used in both combat and exploration. ''Arkham City'' expands Batman's arsenal of gadgets and combat attacks and offers a more [[open world]] structure, allowing the player to complete side missions away from the primary storyline.

The game received critical acclaim, particularly for its narrative, character and world designs, and Batman's combat and navigation abilities. It was tied for the highest-rated video game of 2011 according to review aggregator [[Metacritic]], and was the recipient of several awards including: ''Game of the Year'', ''Best Action Game'', ''Best Action Adventure Game'', ''Best Adventure Game'', and ''Best Original Score'' from various media outlets. ''Arkham City'' was followed by several additional releases: a spin-off [[mobile game]], ''[[Batman: Arkham City Lockdown]]'', on December 7, 2011; a [[Game of the Year]] edition containing all of the game's [[downloadable content]] on May 29, 2012; and [[Wii U]] and [[OS X]] versions in November and December 2012, respectively. A successor, ''[[Batman: Arkham Origins]]'', was released in October 2013, and a narrative sequel, ''[[Batman: Arkham Knight]]'', is scheduled to be released in 2015.

==Gameplay==
[[File:Batman - Arkham City combat screenshot.JPG|thumb|left|Batman defeats an enemy in a demonstration of ''Arkham City''{{'}}s "Freeflow" combat system.]]
''Arkham City'' is an [[open world]]<ref name="OpenWorld"/> [[action-adventure game]] that incorporates elements of [[stealth game]] tactics.<ref name="Crypotograph"/> It is presented from the [[third-person perspective]], showing the playable character on screen and allowing the camera to be freely rotated around them.<ref name="GPlayThird"/><ref name="GPlayThird2"/> The Arkham City facility is open to the player from the beginning of the game, allowing them to freely travel anywhere within its boundaries.<ref name="OpenWorld"/> The player can opt to move silently throughout the game, using a combination of gadgets and stealth moves to sneak up on enemies and incapacitate them. Batman can use his cape to glide around the city, diving downward and swooping upwards to extend his flight, and he can use the [[Grappling hook|grapnel gun]]'s retracting rope to attach to out-of-reach ledges.<ref name="gi preview"/> As Batman, the player is able to use "Detective Vision", a visual mode that highlights elements of interest on-screen, such as character status, collectables, and clues; the mode is also used to perform [[Forensic science|forensic]] activities such as tracking the source of a sniper rifle round.<ref name="GPlayVision"/><ref name="GPlayVision2"/> The player has access to an in-game criminal database which includes forensic puzzles, as well as a network for hacking communication frequencies.<ref name="gi preview"/>

Using an improved version of the Freeflow combat system from ''Arkham Asylum'', the player can now counter multiple blows simultaneously, catch hurled projectiles, attack aerially, and administer a succession of consecutive strikes. Many of Batman's gadgets can now be used in combat.<ref name="gi preview"/> Enemies are armed with varying levels of armor and weapons; attacks from basic weapons like baseball bats and lead pipes inflict minor damage and can be countered, while guns deal significant damage. Certain enemies must be disarmed in specific ways before they can be neutralized in combat: enemies with [[Electroshock weapon|stun batons]] can only be attacked from behind; enemies with shields require aerial attacks to disarm; and enemies wearing body armor must be stunned with rapid successive strikes before they can be harmed.<ref name="GPlayWeapon1"/><ref name="GPlayWeapon2"/> Larger enemies must be tackled with stuns and combo attacks, and can be manipulated to take out their allies.<ref name="PlotDet3"/> Disputes between gangs allied to rival villains often spark [[turf war]]s, which complicate the player's ability to move about Arkham City.<ref name="gi preview"/> Combat, among other actions, rewards the player with [[experience point]]s that allow the player to periodically level Batman up and purchase upgrades for his [[Batsuit]], gadgets, and combat and stealth skills. Each category contains approximately 15 different upgrades. For instance, an upgraded grapnel gun can be used to remotely disarm enemies, while a combat upgrade makes it easier to activate special attacks.<ref name="GplayEXP1"/><ref name="GplayEXP2"/>

[[File:Batman - Arkham City screenshot.JPG|thumb|Batman uses a Remote Electrical Charge against TYGER personnel. ''Batman: Arkham City'' features an emphasis on the skillful use of gadgetry when facing armed enemies.]]
Some gadgets obtained in ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]'' are present at the start of ''Arkham City'', while others become available during play.<ref name="GPlayGadgets"/> Most of these have improved or new capabilities; for example, the [[Cryptography|Cryptographic]] Sequencer, used for hacking security consoles, can also monitor shortwave radio channels,<ref name="Crypotograph"/> while the [[Zip-line|line launcher]] can now be deployed as a tightrope or alter direction during flight.<ref name="GplayLauncher"/> Other equipment returning from the first game include: a remote-controlled [[batarang]]; Explosive Gel that can now be detonated to knock down enemies in combat;<ref name="Gadgets10"/> and the grapnel gun, which can now be used while gliding to facilitate transportation.<ref name="Gadgets10"/><ref name="RevTelegraph"/> New equipment in Batman's arsenal include: [[smoke bomb]]s that disorient opponents and assist with stealth tactics; a Remote Electric Charge (REC) gun that can stun enemies and temporarily power motors;<ref name="Gadgets10"/> Freeze Blast grenades that encase targets in ice and can be used within water to create makeshift platforms;<ref name="GPlayGadgets"/> and the Disruptor, which can remotely disable guns and explosive mines.<ref name="Gadgets10"/>

The game has approximately 40 hours of gameplay, with the main campaign lasting 25 hours and side missions lasting 15 hours. The side missions, which can be attempted at any time,<ref name="NowGamerPrev1"/> feature prominent characters from the Batman universe.<ref name="gi preview2"/> One such character, the [[Riddler]], provides 440 optional "Riddler challenges"<ref name="DesignRobin2"/> to solve. Most of these challenges consist of collecting trophies hidden throughout the city through the cunning use of gadgets to disable traps and barriers.<ref name="gi preview2"/><ref name="IgnPreview1"/> The player can mark Riddler trophies on the in-game map once found if they do not initially have the necessary equipment to complete the puzzle.<ref name="GplayLauncher"/><ref name="gi preview2"/><ref name="DesignRobin2"/> Additionally, the player can reveal the locations of Riddler trophies on the map by identifying the Riddler's henchmen with "Detective Vision" and interrogating them, which requires the player to save the henchmen for last in combat among a wave of enemies.<ref name="gi preview2"/><ref name="IgnPreview1"/> There are also environmental challenges which require the player to solve riddles by locating a specific item or location (which are rewarded with stories relating to the answer), and to locate question marks painted around the city, some of which can only be viewed in whole from certain vantage points.<ref name="GplayEXP1"/> After completing a select number of challenges, Batman must rescue a civilian hostage held in one of the Riddler's death traps.<ref name="GplayLauncher"/><ref name="GPlayRiddler1"/>

After completing the story mode on "normal" or "hard" difficulties, a "New Game Plus" mode is unlocked, enabling the player to replay the game with all of the gadgets, experience, and abilities that they have attained; enemies are tougher and the on-screen icon that warns players of imminent attacks is disabled.<ref name="GameNGPlus"/> ''Arkham City'' features a series of challenge maps separate from the game's story mode. The maps focus on the completion of specific goals, such as eliminating successive waves of enemies in combat, subduing patrolling enemies while employing stealth, or traveling to a specific location as efficiently as possible. The methods and variety of abilities used to achieve these goals earn an overall performance score that is ranked online against other players.<ref name="GPlayChallenge1"/><ref name="GPlayChallenge2"/>

{{anchor|Catwoman}}[[Catwoman]] is another playable character available via the ''Catwoman'' campaign, which was initially [[downloadable content]] (DLC) on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 consoles but was later included with the PC version and ''Game of the Year'' editions.<ref name="FinancialPost"/><ref name="ReleaseGOTY2"/><ref name="DLCCATPC1"/> Catwoman's campaign features her own heist-focused storyline that intersects with the main story at specific points in the game. Her combat emphasizes agility and allows for the use of unique weapons such as clawed [[Gauntlet (glove)|gauntlets]], [[bolas]], and her iconic whip.<ref name="CastCatWoman2"/><ref name="GPlayCat2"/><ref name="DLCCatwoman"/> A portion of the Riddler challenges are specific to Catwoman and can only be completed by her.<ref name="CastCatWoman2"/> Batman's allies [[Tim Drake|Robin]]<ref name="CastRobin"/> and [[Dick Grayson|Nightwing]] are also playable via optional DLC and feature their own combat abilities and gadgets.<ref name="DevGuardian"/><ref name="DLCRobin"/> Both characters are available in the challenge maps, while Robin has his own main story narrative.<ref name="DevGuardian"/><ref name="DLCQuinn1"/>

The PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions of ''Arkham City'' include a [[stereoscopic 3D]] (S3D) mode for 3D HDTVs and for 2D HDTVs via [[Anaglyph 3D#Inficolor 3D|Inficolor 3D]] glasses, while the PC version supports Nvidia 3D Vision on compatible monitors.<ref name="JoystiqPrev1"/> It uses [[Darkworks#TriOviz for Games Technology|TriOviz for Games Technology]], which is integrated with [[Unreal Engine 3]].<ref name="JoystiqPrev1"/><ref name="GPlayTriOviz"/> The Wii U version uses the Wii U's [[Wii U GamePad|touch screen controller]] to let the player manage Batman's equipment and upgrades, selectively detonate Explosive Gel placements, and view a map of the city. The Wii U version adds a Sonar mode which highlights points of interest nearby, and the Battle Armored Tech Mode (BAT Mode) that allows Batman to accrue energy during combat and, when activated, inflict increased damage.<ref name="RelDateWiiU"/>

==Synopsis==

===Characters===

[[File:Mark Hamill 07.jpg|thumb|upright|Actor [[Mark Hamill]] was reluctant to return for the sequel, wanting to leave the Joker role on a "high note", but relented after learning of the involvement of [[Paul Dini]] and [[Kevin Conroy]].<ref name="CastJoker2"/>]]
''Arkham City'' features a large ensemble cast of characters from the history of ''Batman'' comics. Returning characters from ''Arkham Asylum'' include Batman ([[Kevin Conroy]]),<ref name="reallydark"/> the [[Joker (comics)|Joker]] ([[Mark Hamill]])—in what Hamill stated would be his final time voicing the character<ref name="hamill twitter"/>—Warden-turned-Mayor [[Quincy Sharp]] ([[Tom Kane]]), police Commissioner [[James Gordon (comics)|James Gordon]] ([[David Kaye]]),<ref name="CastList4"/> and reporter [[Creeper (comics)|Jack Ryder]] ([[James Horan (actor)|James Horan]]).<ref name="CastList5"/> Returning villains include the Riddler ([[Wally Wingert]]),<ref name="CastRiddler"/> [[Victor Zsasz]] ([[Danny Jacobs (actor)|Danny Jacobs]]),<ref name="DevGuardian"/><ref name="CastList5"/> [[Bane (comics)|Bane]] ([[Fred Tatasciore]]),<ref name="CastBane"/><ref name="CastDavidKaye"/> and [[Poison Ivy (comics)|Poison Ivy]] ([[Tasia Valenza]])<ref name="CastDavidKaye"/><ref name="CastIvy"/> Joker's sidekick [[Harley Quinn]] also returns, voiced by [[Tara Strong]], who replaces [[Arleen Sorkin]].<ref name="CastList5"/> Batman's supporting cast introduces Catwoman ([[Grey DeLisle]]),<ref name="CatwomanVoice" /> Robin ([[Troy Baker]]),<ref name="CastRobin"/><ref name="CastTwoFace"/> and Batman's butler [[Alfred Pennyworth]] ([[Martin Jarvis (actor)|Martin Jarvis]]),<ref name="CastList4"/> who provides radio support alongside the returning [[Barbara Gordon|Oracle]] ([[Kimberly Brooks]]).<ref name="CastList4"/> Nightwing appears as a playable character outside of the main story via challenge maps.<ref name="CastNightwing"/>

Other characters marking their debut in the series include the manipulative warden of Arkham City, [[Hugo Strange]] ([[Corey Burton]]),<ref name="Casthugo"/> [[Two-Face]] (also voiced by Baker),<ref name="CastTwoFace"/> and the [[Penguin (comics)|Penguin]] ([[Nolan North]]).<ref name="CastPenguin"/> [[Stana Katic]] lends her voice as [[Talia al Ghul]],<ref name="CastTalia"/> while [[Maurice LaMarche]] voices both [[Mr. Freeze]]<ref name="CastFreeze"/> and [[Calendar Man]].<ref name="CastList4"/> Other characters include the undead zombie [[Solomon Grundy (comics)|Solomon Grundy]] (also voiced by Tatasciore), the shapeshifter [[Clayface]] ([[Rick D. Wasserman]]), the [[League of Assassins]]'s leader, [[Ra's al Ghul]] ([[Dee Bradley Baker]]),<ref name="CastList4"/> the mind-controlling [[Mad Hatter (comics)|Mad Hatter]] ([[Peter MacNicol]]),<ref name="CastList4"/><ref name="CastHatter"/> and the assassin [[Deadshot]] ([[Chris Cox (actor)|Chris Cox]]), who has infiltrated Arkham City to kill several high-profile character targets.<ref name="CastList4"/><ref name="CastDeadshot"/> The villain [[Hush (comics)|Hush]] (also voiced by Conroy),<ref name="CastList4"/> the mysterious [[Azrael (comics)|Azrael]] ([[Khary Payton]]),<ref name="CastList4"/> and reporter [[Vicki Vale]] (also voiced by DeLisle).<ref name="CastVicki"/><ref name="ValeVoice" /> [[Black Mask (comics)|Black Mask]] (also voiced by North),<ref name="CastBlack"/> [[Killer Croc]] ([[Steven Blum]]),<ref name="CastDavidKaye"/> and Freeze's wife, [[Nora Fries]], make cameo appearances in the game.<ref name="CastList2"/><ref name="CastList3"/>

===Setting===
{{Details3|[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]] and [[Batman: Arkham City (comic book)]]|the setting}}

The events of ''Arkham City'' are set one year after ''Batman: Arkham Asylum''.<ref name="Setting1"/> Quincy Sharp, the asylum's erstwhile director, has taken sole credit for halting the Joker's armed siege, using this distinction to become mayor of [[Gotham City]]. Declaring both the asylum and [[Blackgate Penitentiary]] no longer suitable to contain the city's detainees, Sharp's administration orders both facilities closed and he purchases Gotham's most notorious slums, converting them into an immense prison enclosure known as Arkham City. This facility is subsequently placed in the care of psychiatrist Hugo Strange—who is secretly manipulating Sharp—and monitored by a rogue [[private military company|private military firm]], TYGER Security.<ref name="Setting2"/> Strange permits inmates to do as they please, provided escape is not attempted. A wary Batman maintains his own vigil over the new project, concerned that the chaotic situation there will get out of hand.<ref name="gi preview"/> Meanwhile, the Joker is suffering from a potentially fatal disease caused by his previous consumption of the Titan formula, an unstable [[Venom (DC Comics)|steroid serum]] which turns men into maddened monsters.<ref name="Setting2"/><ref name="Setting10"/>

===Plot===
At a press conference held by Bruce Wayne to declare his opposition to Arkham City, TYGER mercenaries arrest and imprison him in Arkham City. Hugo Strange discloses his knowledge of Wayne's dual identity as Batman before releasing him into the prison's criminal populace.<ref name="PlotDet10"/><ref name="WayneCaptured"/> While Strange prepares to commence "Protocol 10", Wayne obtains his equipment via airdrop from Alfred Pennyworth, allowing him to become Batman. He first saves Catwoman from being executed by Two-Face, who hopes to gain respect by murdering her.<ref name="GPlayVision"/> After Joker attempts to assassinate Catwoman, Batman tracks him to his hideout in the Sionis Steelmill, believing Joker may know the truth behind Protocol 10.<ref name="GPlayVision2"/><ref name="DesignVision2"/>

There, Batman learns that the unstable properties of the Titan formula are mutating in Joker's blood, gradually killing him. Joker captures Batman and performs a [[blood transfusion]] on him, infecting him with the same fatal disease.<ref name="DesignVision2"/><ref name="BatmanInfected"/> Joker also reveals that Gotham hospitals have been poisoned with his infected blood. Desperate to save himself and innocent citizens, Batman seeks out Mr. Freeze, who had been developing a cure but has since been kidnapped by the Penguin.<ref name="PlotDet3"/><ref name="PlotDet5"/>

Tracking Penguin to the Cyrus Pinkney National History Institute, Batman defeats his forces, his imprisoned monster Solomon Grundy, and ultimately the Penguin himself, before liberating Mr. Freeze.<ref name="PlotDet3"/><ref name="PlotDet4"/> Freeze tells Batman that he has already developed the cure, but its instability renders it useless. Batman deduces that the restorative properties of Ra's al Ghul's blood can complete the cure. Batman tracks one of Ra's al Ghul's assassins to his underground lair, leading Batman into a confrontation with Ra's and his daughter Talia, Batman's former lover.<ref name="PlotDet5"/><ref name="PlotDet4"/> With Ra's al Ghul's blood, Freeze is able to develop an antidote, but it is stolen by Harley Quinn before Batman can use it.<ref name="Quinnhascure"/>

When he returns to the Joker, Batman finds him restored to health. While the two fight, Strange activates Protocol 10, which is revealed to be a scheme to wipe out the entire population of Arkham City and destroy the criminal element of Gotham. The TYGER troops begin mass executions, while Strange launches missile strikes from his base in Wonder Tower. A missile hits the steelmill, burying Batman under rubble. Before Joker can take advantage of the situation, Talia arrives and offers him immortality in exchange for sparing Batman's life. After escaping with the help of Catwoman, Batman is convinced by Alfred to end Protocol 10 before pursuing Talia and Joker.<ref name="PlotDet"/>

Batman infiltrates Wonder Tower and disables Protocol 10. Ra's al Ghul is revealed to be the true mastermind behind Arkham City and mortally wounds Strange for failing to defeat Batman.<ref name="PlotDet"/> With his dying breath, Strange activates "Protocol 11", the self-destruction of Wonder Tower. Batman and Ra's escape, but Ra's commits suicide rather than risk capture. Joker contacts Batman, threatening to kill Talia unless Batman meets him at the Monarch Theater. Once Batman arrives, Joker demands the cure but is stabbed and apparently killed by Talia while distracted. While Talia admits to stealing the cure from Quinn,<ref name="TaliahasCure"/> she is killed by a second Joker, still stricken with the disease.<ref name="PlotDet"/><ref name="PlotDet2"/> The healthy Joker that Talia stabbed then reanimates into the shapeshifting Clayface, who is revealed to have been masquerading as a healthy Joker at the ailing villain's request.<ref name="JokerasClayface"/>

Batman incapacitates Clayface, but Joker blows up the theater floor, sending Batman plummeting into Ra's' lair below. Batman destroys Ra's' rejuvenating [[Lazarus Pit]] before the Joker can use it, and drinks a portion of the antidote. Batman debates curing his foe, but before he can act, Joker attacks Batman and inadvertently smashes the antidote vial. Batman admits that in spite of everything Joker had done, he would have saved him. After Joker finally succumbs to his illness and dies, Batman carries his body out of Arkham City. As Commissioner Gordon asks what happened, Batman places Joker's body on the hood of a police car and leaves in silence.<ref name="Setting10"/><ref name="PlotDet2"/>

==Development==

===Concept===
[[File:Paul Dini.jpg|thumb|upright|Veteran ''[[Batman (comic book)|Batman]]'' comic book writer [[Paul Dini]], pictured in 2007. After writing ''Arkham Asylum'', Dini reprised his duties for ''Arkham City''.]]
Rocksteady conceived an idea for a sequel before development of ''Arkham Asylum'' had concluded, developing ideas for both the story and setting so the games' narratives could be effectively connected; a secret room was hidden in the asylum warden's office in ''Arkham Asylum'' containing hints of how the sequel would progress, including blueprints for the Arkham City prison;<ref name="DevSecretRoom"/><ref name="DevGSHill"/> the blueprints are quite similar to its final layout in ''Arkham City''.<ref name="DevGuardian"/> The original idea was to take the game out of the asylum setting and onto the streets of Gotham City while retaining the level of design detail put into the asylum. To that end they wanted to include locations from the Batman mythos that were notable and meaningful to the character, instead of a series of generic streets; Rocksteady was initially unsure how technical considerations would limit the scope of this idea.<ref name="DevGuardian"/>

Serious development of the game's story and concept started in February 2009, as teams were moved from ''Arkham Asylum'' to ''Arkham City''{{'}}s development as they completed the work on that game.<ref name="IGNHill"/> By the time they had programmed Batman to dive and glide between buildings of the asylum, the adaption of the gameplay to the city was considered natural.<ref name="DevGSHill"/> Rocksteady decided to not include the [[Batmobile]], because it would be unable to travel on the city's broken terrain, Batman's gliding provided a sufficient means of transportation, and it was considered that putting Batman in any vehicle would make it a completely different game.<ref name="DevGuardian"/> Sefton Hill, ''Arkham City''{{'}}s director from Rocksteady Studios, stated that a key goal for the game was to deliver the "'Batman in Gotham' feeling."<ref name="DevGSHill"/> The sequel was described by Conroy as "really, really dark". While relating the game's dark nature to the animated movie ''[[Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker]]'', Conroy also said, "It involves a lot of the villains and it goes to that area – it's that dark."<ref name="reallydark"/>

===Design===
As part of the "Batman in Gotham" design philosophy, Batman's arsenal of moves and actions were expanded. Although the team developed several ideas for new moves, gadgets and abilities, they only went forward with those that they felt would be authentic to Batman.<ref name="DevGSHill"/> They also chose to have Batman start the game with access to the gadgets unlocked in ''Arkham Asylum'', to convey the impression that Batman is fully prepared for the inevitability of things going wrong in Arkham City.<ref name="DevGuardian"/> The studio reviewed the play and combat systems used in ''Arkham Asylum'', and built the new moves as natural extensions of the existing system as a means to "add even more depth and gameplay instead of changing them fundamentally".<ref name="DevGSHill"/> The number of animations were doubled to reflect the larger arsenal of moves at the player's disposal.<ref name="DevGSHill"/> The X-ray-like "Detective Vision" mode used to highlight certain objects in-game was redeveloped for ''Arkham City'' because it was considered to be too useful in ''Arkham Asylum'', resulting in some players using it throughout almost the entire game; the visual effect also obscured the game's design aesthetic.<ref name="GSpotPreview"/> One idea was to introduce a time limit on its use, but it was considered that Batman "wouldn't make a gadget like that".<ref name="DevVision"/> Instead, the mode was designed to be difficult to use in certain situations such as obscuring navigational information, and combat where enemy strikes will blur the screen when "Detective Vision" is active.<ref name="DesignVision2"/><ref name="DesignVision3"/> Rocksteady art director David Hego described the new "Detective Vision" as an "augmented reality mode".<ref name="GSpotPreview"/>

Another way the developers wished to enhance the player's Batman experience was through the larger game world. ''Arkham City'' has a virtual footprint five times larger than that of ''Arkham Asylum'', and the navigational aspects were improved to offer the player "the freedom and exhilaration of gliding down alleyways and soaring above the skyline".<ref name="DevGSHill"/> Though the concepts were compared to an open world game, Hill notes that such freeform nature would not be appropriate for a Batman game because it would inhibit the atmosphere they wanted to create, and that ''Arkham City'' was designed to challenge the player to think like Batman to survive.<ref name="DevGSHill"/> To counterbalance the larger game world, the developers also sought to include more challenges and side missions while keeping the player alert as to the primary mission, such that the players constantly are aware of "extreme pressure of the challenges that they face".<ref name="DevGSHill"/> The Riddler Trophies were designed towards the end of the game's development and were incorporated into every area of the map without overpopulating it, resulting in 440 trophies. Rocksteady aimed to make the player think creatively when collecting trophies by requiring the use of gadgets to solve puzzles, rather than placing the trophies in obscure areas of the map as mere collection items.<ref name="DesignRobin2"/>

With the open game world, Rocksteady included more villains to create challenges for Batman. Hugo Strange was selected as a primary antagonist, as his power and controlling manner help maintain the lockdown on Arkham City once Batman enters. Strange is aware of Batman's true identity, making Batman "vulnerable and exposed in a way that he has never been before", according to Hill. He noted that Strange is a character new to many players but that his backstory and character are detailed throughout the game.<ref name="IGNHill"/> Catwoman was also included based on her long history with Batman, though she was given her own agenda running parallel to the events within Arkham City.<ref name="IGNHill2"/> Catwoman's missions initially ended with her coming to Batman's aide, but late in development, the developers decided to give the player an alternate choice, allowing them to have the morally-grey Catwoman leave the city with her loot; the addition was implemented in two days.<ref name="DesignCVGEnding"/> Batman's sidekick Robin also appears, featuring a shaved head and contemporary costume design that were intended to move away from his traditional "Boy Wonder" image. Senior concept artist Kan Muftic explained: "Our vision of Robin is the one of a troubled young individual that is calm and introverted at times, but very dangerous and aggressive if provoked. The shaved head is inspired by cage fighters, because we thought that Robin might be doing that in his spare time to keep him on his toes. Still, we kept all the classic trademarks of Robin's appearance, such as the red and yellow colors of his outfit, the cape and the mask."<ref name="DesignRobin"/> Rocksteady originally did not plan to include Robin in the main story but later decided to as an authentic means of delivering new gadgets to Batman, as well as to introduce their version of the character and his relationship with Batman.<ref name="DesignRobin2"/>

Rocksteady intended for Batman, Catwoman, and Robin to offer three different playing experiences.<ref name="DevGuardian"/> Other villains from Batman's comic history were selected to show that the prison was a melting pot of people from Gotham. The developers believed that providing a small part of each villain's story rather than focusing on a select few allowed the player to meet many more characters and effectively conveyed the feeling of being in a superprison filled with supervillains.<ref name="DesignRobin2"/> Rocksteady decided early on that the Joker would die in the story, and developed the idea of him poisoning Batman with the same affliction, in order to show how the two diametrically opposed characters would interact in pursuit of a shared goal. Warner Bros. and Dini did not oppose killing off the character as long as it was not done for shock value, and as long as they made it clear that Batman was not at fault, since he would not intentionally kill someone.<ref name="DesignCVGEnding"/>

The developers had considered adding a multiplayer element to the game, but ultimately decided against it. According to Hill, "If we use all of the energy that is required to create multiplayer and instead focus this on the single player, would that deliver a better overall game?", and decided in the affirmative.<ref name="IGNHill2"/>

Variety was added to the city itself, as certain areas were designed around the villains that control that particular territory. Dax Ginn, marketing game manager at Rocksteady Games, said, "If you move into Joker's territory, you get a very Joker-ized experience, and all the artwork on the buildings – whether that's graffiti, signage, or whatever it might be – gives you a dense kind of Joker experience. So our art team has really put a lot of effort in making that sort of transition between one turf zone to another – really helping the player feel like they're making a physical transition into another emotional space."<ref name="RevVG247"/> The architecture was imbued with 19th century [[Art Nouveau]] design, such as Strange's Wonder Tower which was inspired by the [[Eiffel Tower]], while characters designs employed a modern [[Hyperrealism (visual arts)|Hyperrealism]] style. To keep the environments interesting, base color schemes such as Mr Freeze's ice-themed area, Joker's fire-themed steel mill, and Poison Ivy's jungle-themed area were populated with contrasting elements: for example, the steel mill uses large, white clown faces to contrast the oranges and reds used throughout.<ref name="DevArtHego"/> To develop the expanded environment of ''Arkham City'' and build a "natural urban environment" for Batman, Rocksteady expanded its workforce from 75 to over 100 people.<ref name="RevBestof11"/>

===Music===
{{main|Music of Batman: Arkham City}}
The game's release was accompanied by two albums of music released by [[WaterTower Music]].<ref name="MusicScore1"/><ref name="MusicSoundtrack3"/> ''Batman: Arkham City – Original Video Game Score'' was released on October 18, 2011, and features 19 tracks written for the game by ''Arkham Asylum'' composers Nick Arundel and [[Ron Fish]].<ref name="MusicScore1"/> ''Batman: Arkham City – The Album'' was released on October 4, 2011, via CD and [[digital distribution|digital download]]. The album contains 11 original songs inspired by the game from mainstream artists including [[Daughtry (band)|Daughtry]], [[Panic! at the Disco]], and [[Coheed and Cambria]]. An additional song was made available via the Collector's edition of the album,<ref name="MusicSoundtrack3"/><ref name="MusicSoundtrack4"/> and the Deluxe edition included a portion of Arundel's original score.<ref name="MusicSoundtrack1"/>

==Marketing==
''Arkham City''{{'}}s marketing campaign was designed to reach an audience outside of superhero fans and appeal to consumers who are attracted to games like the [[first-person shooter]] series ''[[Call of Duty]]''. Warner Bros.' marketing team decided that Batman's status as a cultural icon and superhero was unavoidable, so they decided to emphasize other elements of the character that could appeal to fans of first-person shooters and [[action game]]s. Black and white photographs of iconic personalities like inventor [[Steve Jobs]] and actor [[James Dean]] served as inspiration and a basis for the final marketing campaign used in advertisements and the game's cover art. The imagery, highlighted with blood and bathed in light was considered to move away from the classic superhero image and refocus on Batman's humanity. The black and white campaign was featured on 120 magazine covers and was targeted towards approximately 15 million consumers across a variety of social media and Warner Bros. products, in addition to a series of [[viral marketing]] videos and stunts involving actors in costume attending press-related events. By April 2012, three gameplay trailers had gained approximately 6 million views.<ref name="MarketingCampaign"/> The viral segment of the campaign involved several audio recordings between characters from the game including Hugo Strange, Quincy Sharp, Riddler and the Penguin; each recording could be found by solving a puzzle.<ref name="MarketingViral2"/> The entire campaign spent over a year in development, producing artwork, videos, DLC, printed adverts, billboards and events, and was estimated to have cost at least $10 million.<ref name="MarketingCampaign"/>

A six-issue, [[limited series|limited]] monthly comic series, also titled ''[[Batman: Arkham City (comic book)|Batman: Arkham City]]'' was released on May 11, 2011. The series bridges the plot between ''Arkham Asylum'' and ''Arkham City''. It was written by [[Paul Dini]] with art by Carlos D'Anda.<ref name="five"/><ref name="ComicInfo1"/> Warner Bros. also developed toys based on the characters through [[Mattel]], Hallmark cards, batarang-shaped videogame controllers, and a variety of apparel by [[Converse (shoe company)|Converse]], [[Eckō Unltd.|Eckō Complex]], C Life, [[New Era Cap Company|New Era]], and Briefly Stated.<ref name="Marketing4"/>

[[Toys "R" Us]] in [[Times Square]] New York City, released 500 copies of ''Batman: Arkham City'' on Monday, October 17, one day before the game officially hit shelves. The first 100 customers to pre-order a copy through the store's "Personal Shopping Department" had a chance to get their game autographed by DC Entertainment co-publisher Jim Lee, Batman voice actor Kevin Conroy, and ''Arkham City'' game director Sefton Hill. The remaining 400 copies of ''Arkham City'' could be purchased at the event, unautographed.<ref name="MarketingLaunch"/>

==Release==
''Batman: Arkham City'' was released in North America on October 18, 2011 for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3,<ref name="RelDateNAAU"/> followed on October 19 in Australia<ref name="RelDateNAAU"/> and October 21 in Europe. Australian retailers EB Games and Game broke the official release date two days early, selling the game on October 17.<ref name="EbBreakRelease"/> The Windows version had been scheduled for simultaneous release with other versions, but in September 2011, its release was pushed back to November 18 without explanation.<ref name="RelDateWin"/><ref name="RelDateWin2"/> Alongside its PC launch, the game was also released digitally on the [[OnLive]], [[Origin (content delivery)|Origin]], and [[Steam (software)|Steam]] platforms.<ref name="ReleaseDigital"/> A [[Game of the Year]] edition was released on May 29, 2012 in the United States and Canada,<ref name="ReleaseGOTY"/> and on September 7, 2012 in Europe, Australia, and other territories on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360,<ref name="ReleaseGOTY2"/> except the United Kingdom where its scheduled release was pushed back to November 2, 2012.<ref name="ReleaseGOTY3"/>

A spin-off game titled ''[[Batman: Arkham City Lockdown]]'' was developed by [[NetherRealm Studios]] for [[iOS]] and was released on December 7, 2011.<ref name="IOS2"/> Taking place before ''Arkham City'', the game sees players using touchscreen controls to fight enemies one-on-one, including villains such as Two-Face, Solomon Grundy, Joker, and the mercenary [[Deathstroke]]. Defeating enemies earns points that can be used to upgrade Batman's stats or unlock gadgets or costumes.<ref name="IOS2"/><ref name="IOS1"/>

A Wii U version was released on November 18, 2012 alongside the console's launch in North America. Titled ''Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition'', the release contains all of the available content from previous releases, a Battle Armored Tech mode and other additions.<ref name="RelDateWiiU"/> The Wii U version was developed by Warner Bros. Studios in [[Montreal]] and [[Burbank, California|Burbank]].<ref name="ReleaseWiiU2"/> The Game of the Year edition was developed for [[OS X]] by [[Feral Interactive]] and released on December 13, 2012.<ref name="MacOSX"/>

===Pre-order bonuses===
Warner Bros. partnered with several retailers and companies globally to provide bonus content as a reward for pre-ordering, including: [[Best Buy]], [[Amazon.com]], [[GameStop]], [[Game (retailer)|Game]], [[Gamestation]], [[EB Games]], [[Tesco]], and [[Asda]].<ref name="PreOrderCase"/><ref name="PreOrderCase2"/> The content was only made available by pre-ordering the game with a specific retailer or purchasing a product, such as a [[NOS (drink)|NOS]] beverage, to obtain an unlockable code.<ref name="MarketingPre1"/>

A variety of alternate outfits for Batman were revealed in August 2011, including suit designs worn by the character in ''[[The Dark Knight Returns]]'', ''[[Batman: Earth One]]'', the [[Bronze Age of Comics]], ''[[Batman: The Animated Series]]'', and ''[[Batman Beyond]]''.<ref name="SkinEnsemble"/> The ''Batman: The Animated Series'' skin was initially only available to GameStop customers in the U.S. with a Power-Up Rewards Membership.<ref name="SkinAnimated"/> A PlayStation 3-exclusive [[Sinestro Corps]] outfit was revealed in August 2011 that initially was only unlockable via a unique code obtained by purchasing the extended cut edition of the Warner Bros. film, ''[[Green Lantern (film)|Green Lantern]]'' on [[Blu-ray Disc]].<ref name="SkinSinestro"/><ref name="SkinSinestro2"/>

Batman's sidekick Robin (Tim Drake)<ref name="CastRobin"/> was made available as a playable character for use in challenge maps, with his own set of combat moves and gadgets. Additional Robin skins were also released, including his appearance from ''Batman: The Animated Series'' and the Red Robin outfit.<ref name="SkinRobin1"/><ref name="SkinRobin2"/> The character came with two exclusive challenge maps: "Black Mask Hideout" and "Freight Train Escape".<ref name="CastRobin"/> Additionally, the "Joker's Carnival" challenge map was made available; it set within the Joker's Sionis Steel Mill base where the player is faced with multiple waves of opponents.<ref name="DLCJokerCarnival"/> The pre-order content was considered an "early access opportunity" for customers,<ref name="Preorder3"/> with Ginn confirming that all of the content would be made available for download after the game's release date.<ref name="ReleaseGOTY2"/><ref name="Preorder3"/> Pre-orders for ''Arkham City'' increased by over 200% over ''Arkham Asylum''.<ref name="MarketingCampaign"/>

===Retail editions===
In the United Kingdom, the ''Robin Edition'' was announced, available exclusively through retailers Game and Gamestation, containing the game and all of the Robin pre-order content including the playable character, skins and challenge maps.<ref name="DLCUKRobin"/> A series of "Steelbook Edition" versions of the game were also made available, featuring the standard game with a metallic case. The Joker-themed Steelbook includes the "Joker's Carnival" challenge map, the animated film ''[[Batman: Under the Red Hood]]'' on DVD (Blu-ray for PlayStation 3), and the Bronze Age Batman skin DLC.<ref name="SteelcaseAU"/> Three other villain-themed steelbook cases were also offered, featuring the likenesses of Two-Face and the Penguin.<ref name="PreOrderCase"/> A fourth steelbook featuring Catwoman was released, containing the ''Batman: Earth One'' alternative skin for Batman.<ref name="SteelbookCatwoman"/>

The ''Collector's Edition'' contains a Batman statue by Kotobukiya, a collectible art book, ''Batman: Arkham City – The Album'' from WaterTower Music, the animated film ''[[Batman: Gotham Knight]]'', the ''The Dark Knight Returns'' skin and the Penguin-themed "Iceberg Lounge" challenge map.<ref name="Collectors2"/><ref name="Collectors1"/> In July 2011, the [[Microsoft Windows]] version of the game was revealed to use [[Games for Windows – Live]] (GFWL) to access online services.<ref name="GFWL"/> Confusion concerning the use of GFWL was raised when a distributor was told by Warner Bros. that the title did not use the Live system, but the use of GFWL was confirmed in late August.<ref name="GFWL2"/><ref name="GFWL3"/>

On October 25, 2011, a Batman themed Xbox 360 console bundle was released, containing the game, a DVD of ''Batman: Gotham Knight'', a DVD of the ''Green Lantern'' film, the ''Green Lantern'' video game tie-in ''[[Green Lantern: Rise of the Manhunters|Rise of the Manhunters]]'', and a 250GB Xbox 360 console. Additionally, a bundle containing these items and a [[Kinect]] controller was also released.<ref name="Retail360Bundle"/>

A Game of the Year edition was announced on April 23, 2012, containing the game and all of the released downloadable content (DLC). A free download of the animated movie ''[[Batman: Year One (film)|Batman: Year One]]'' was also included with versions released in the United States and Canada.<ref name="ReleaseGOTY2"/><ref name="ReleaseGOTY"/>

===Downloadable content===
[[File:Tara strong 2009-cropped short.jpg|left|thumb|upright|Actress [[Tara Strong]] replaced [[Arleen Sorkin]] in ''Batman: Arkham City'' as the voice of Harley Quinn, and reprised the role for the "Harley Quinn's Revenge" [[downloadable content]].]]
New purchases of the game for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 are provided with a unique code that unlocks the ''Catwoman'' DLC, enabling a series of missions for Catwoman, with unique weapons and moves.<ref name="DLCCATPC1"/><ref name="DLCCATGB"/> Although the missions were presented as part of the main game, on October 13, 2011, Warner Bros. announced that it would be restricted to new purchases.<ref name="FinancialPost"/><ref name="DLCCATGB"/> Users can also purchase the content separately. It was later announced that pre-owned copies purchased from GameStop would contain the necessary unlock code.<ref name="PreownedCat"/> A Warner Bros. rep confirmed that playing as Catwoman would not be required to complete the game.<ref name="Joystiq2"/> The ''Catwoman'' DLC also contains two alternate skins for the character: her appearances from ''The Animated Series'' and ''[[Batman: The Long Halloween]]''.<ref name="DLC5"/> The PC version of the game includes the DLC, requiring no downloads or additional installs to access.<ref name="DLCCATPC1"/>

Additional DLC packs were later released. The ''Nightwing'' pack, released on November 1, 2011, includes Batman's ally Nightwing as a playable character for the game's challenge maps, an ''Animated Series'' alternative skin for the character,<ref name="DLCRobin"/> and two additional challenge maps: "Wayne Manor" and "Main Hall".<ref name="DLCNightwing"/> The ''Robin'' pack was released on November 22, 2011, and contains the Robin pre-order content.<ref name="DLCRobinB"/> A ''Skins'' pack containing all of the alternate Batman pre-order skins was released on December 6, 2011.<ref name="DLC6"/> Another pack was announced for release on December 20, 2011, containing the pre-order "Iceberg Lounge" and "Joker's Carnival" challenge maps, and a completely new challenge map: "Batcave".<ref name="DLC9"/> On December 19, 2011, a new Batman skin was released—based on the character's outfit from ''[[Batman Incorporated]]''—to download for free on all platforms.<ref name="DLC10"/>

On October 23, 2011, an official map [[Mobile app|app]] was made available to purchase on the [[App Store (iOS)|iOS App Store]] that contains maps for ''Arkham City'', the locations of in-game collectibles, and the solutions to the Riddler's riddles.<ref name="DLCiOS"/>

"Harley Quinn's Revenge", a story based campaign expansion, was released on May 29, 2012, for the PlayStation 3 and the Xbox 360, with a PC version coming out a week later. The campaign features a new story, new areas, new enemies, and both Batman and Robin as playable characters. The story takes place two weeks after the events of ''Arkham City''. The mega prison has since been evacuated, but Quinn returns and sets up in Joker's former base.<ref name="DLCQuinn1"/> The game follows Robin's search for Batman, who has gone missing while hunting Quinn;<ref name="ReleaseGOTY2"/><ref name="DLCQuinn1"/> Batman has been acting differently following the end of the main game story, concerning his allies.<ref name=RevHarleyIGN/> On the same day, it was announced that all of the released DLC, including "Harley Quinn's Revenge", would be made available as part of the ''Arkham City'' Game of the Year edition.<ref name="ReleaseGOTY2"/><ref name="ReleaseGOTY"/>

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==Reception==
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''Batman: Arkham City'' received critical acclaim. Aggregating review websites [[GameRankings]] and [[Metacritic]], respectively, gave the PlayStation 3 version 96% and 96/100,<ref name=GRPS3 /><ref name=MCPS3 /> the Xbox 360 version 94% and 94/100,<ref name=GRX360 /><ref name=MCX360 /> and the PC version 90% and 91/100.<ref name=GRPC /><ref name=MCPC />

''[[Game Informer]]''{{'}}s Andrew Reiner awarded the game a perfect 10 score, labeling it "the best licensed video game ever made". Reiner said that the game could be the biggest and "most enjoyable timesink" of 2011, and concluded that the game surpassed every standard set by ''Batman: Arkham Asylum'' "in every way and stands tall as one of Batman's greatest moments."<ref name="RevGameInformer"/> [[Joystiq]]'s Griffin McElroy praised the attention to detail, and mechanical excellence of the game environment, crediting Rocksteady for "breathing life into a staggeringly beautiful world; one which hums not only with opportunity, but ambition". However, McElroy criticized the game narrative as a series of excuses to encounter villains that were "one-dimensional punching [bags]", and that the character dialogue was clichéd. McElroy was also critical of the Riddler challenges, stating that they were "frustrating" when the player lacks the necessary items to complete them.<ref name="RevJoystiq"/>

[[Eurogamer]]'s Christian Donlan considered that the game lacked the same "surprise" as its predecessor, but praised the overall improvement of bosses, animations and the scope of activities available. Donlan said that the game environment was intricate and very detailed, and the abilities provided for its traversal made it "hard not to feel like the world's greatest detective, on patrol".<ref name="RevEurogamer"/> [[IGN]]'s Greg Miller said "the voice acting, the challenges, the amazing opening, the unbelievable ending and the feeling of being the Dark Knight—these are the things that standout". Miller said that the Catwoman missions were a fun change of pace from the main gameplay, and that he "adored" the option to replay the game with unlocked abilities and more difficult enemies.<ref name="RevIGN"/>

''[[The Daily Telegraph]]''{{'}}s Tom Hoggins praised the game's sense of progress in discovering and mastering the character abilities, and the "show-stopping brutality" of the improved combat system. Hoggins highlighted the Catwoman campaign as a "delight" and fitting lithe contrast to Batman's strength, but lamented the campaign's short length.<ref name="RevTelegraph"/> ''[[The Guardian]]''{{'}}s Nick Cowen labeled it the best Batman game of all time, praising the variety of side missions and content, the large cast of iconic characters, and the satisfying challenge of the Riddler missions.<ref name="RevGuardian"/> The Australian ''Official PlayStation Magazine'' awarded a perfect score of 10 stating that the game "is not only the best superhero game ever made, it's one of the best games ever made ... it brings the Caped Crusader's world to life better than any comic, movie or television show before it".<ref name="RevOPMAU"/> ''Play3'' (Germany) awarded a score of 92%, calling it "the best superhero game ever made".<ref name="RevGerPlay3"/> ''[[Games Master]]'' awarded a score of 97%, saying it is "the gold standard by which all future videogames should be judged".<ref name="RevGMaster"/>

''Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition'' for Wii U received a mixed reception. GameRankings provided a score of 85%, and Metacritic provided a score of 85/100.<ref name=GRWii /><ref name=MCWii /> Eurogamer's Richard Leadbetter was critical of technical performance including issues with visual quality and inconsistent framerate.<ref name="RevWiiEuro"/> ''[[Electronic Gaming Monthly|EGM]]''{{'}}s Ray Carsillo said that the optional B.A.T. system made certain battles too easy. Carsillo also said it was the "clearly inferior version" of the game due to glitches and "tacked on gimmicks".<ref name="RevWiiEGM"/> Nintendo World Report's Patrick Barnett wrote that certain uses of the Wii U controller made it "the best way to experience ''Arkham City''", but that some new features were a "nuisance". Barnett added that it was "on par, if not better, visually", than its counterparts.<ref name="RevWiiNinWorld"/> Joystiq's JC Fletcher opined that the persistent map screen and touch screen interface were appreciated, and complimented the use of [[augmented reality]] to explore crime scenes.<ref name="RevWiiJoy"/> [[Game Revolution]]'s Blake Peterson praised the real-time management of information, upgrades and equipment that he considered made Batman more vulnerable,<ref name="RevWiiGRevolution"/> although Barnett included this as a point of criticism.<ref name="RevWiiNinWorld"/>

For the "Harley Quinn's Revenge" DLC, IGN's Greg Miller scored the content 9 out of 10 and gave it an Editor's Choice designation. Miller said that it "is what downloadable content should be", but criticized the lack of variety in the missions and the lack of conclusion to some plot threads.<ref name=RevHarleyIGN/> Eurogamer's Christian Donlan gave the DLC a score of 7 out of 10, and said that Harley Quinn worked as well as the Joker as a narrative focus. Donlan said that Robin was "enormous fun to play", but criticized the DLC for not offering anything not present in the main game.<ref name="RevHarleyEuro"/> [[Kotaku]]'s Stephen Totilo was critical of the DLC, saying that it diminished his desire to replay the main game and describing it as "delicious a dessert as a poison-filled Joker pie to the face". Totilo said it presented an emotionless, inconclusive journey, composed of unused material from the main game.<ref name="RevHarleyKotaku"/>

===Sales===
Worldwide, the game sold two million units in its first week of approximately 4.6 million shipped units, compared to ''Arkham Asylum'' which sold 4.3 million units in its entire release. This made ''Arkham City'' one of the fastest selling games ever.<ref name="SalesSold1"/> On February 8, 2012, it was announced that over six million units of the game had been shipped since release.<ref name="SalesFeb2012"/>

During the first week of sales in the United Kingdom, ''Batman: Arkham City'' became the number one selling game on all available formats, topping the all-format,<ref name="SalesUKWeek1B"/> PlayStation 3<ref name="SalesUKWeek1D"/> and Xbox 360 charts,<ref name="SalesUKWeek1C"/> replacing ''[[FIFA 12]]''. It became the fourth biggest launch of 2011 after ''FIFA 12'', ''[[Gears of War 3]]'' and ''[[L.A. Noire]]'', and Warner Bros. biggest UK game launch ever, doubling the first week sales of ''Arkham Asylum''.<ref name="SalesUKWeek1"/> It was the tenth-best-selling game of 2011 with approximately ten weeks in release, and the 34th-best-selling game of 2012.<ref name="SalesUK2011"/><ref name="SalesUK2012"/>

According to [[NPD Group]], ''Batman: Arkham City'' was the second-best-selling game in the United States for October 2011, selling 1.5 million copies across available formats, the tenth-best-selling in November,<ref name="Sales2"/><ref name="Sales3"/> and the seventh-best-selling game overall in 2011.<ref name="SalesFeb2012"/> Additionally, game-rental service [[GameFly]] announced that it was the most requested game of 2011, beating out ''[[Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3]]''.<ref name="SalesFeb2012"/>

===Accolades===
''Batman: Arkham City'' won multiple awards at the 2011 [[Spike Video Game Awards]] including: ''Character of the Year'' (Joker), ''Best Xbox 360 Game'', ''Best Action Adventure Game'', and ''Best Adapted Video Game''; and received nominations for: ''Best Original Score'', ''Best Graphics'', ''Best Performance by a Human Female'' (Tara Strong), ''Best Performance by a Human Male'' (Mark Hamill), ''Trailer of the Year'' (Hugo Strange Reveal Trailer), ''Studio of the Year'' (Rocksteady), and ''Game of the Year''.<ref name="Awards"/><ref name="VGAWinners"/> As part of the [[Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences]] (AIAS) 2011 awards, the game was named ''Adventure Game of the Year'',<ref name="AccoAIAS3"/> and received nominations for: ''Outstanding Achievement in Animation''; ''Outstanding Achievement in Art Direction''; ''Outstanding Achievement in Game Play Engineering''; ''Outstanding Achievement in Game Direction''; and ''Game of the Year''.<ref name="AccoAIAS"/><ref name="AccoAIAS2"/> The 2012 [[British Academy Video Games Awards|British Academy of Film and Television]] (BAFTA) awards saw the game win two awards for ''Performer'' (Mark Hamill) and ''Action'' game,<ref name="AccoBAFTARes"/> and receive nominations for: ''Artistic Achievement''; ''Audio Achievement''; ''Best Game''; ''Design''; ''Original Music''; ''Story''; and the publicly voted ''GAME Award of 2011''.<ref name="AccoBAFTA"/> Paul Crocker, Paul Dini, and Sefton Hill were nominated for the ''Video Game Writing'' award by the [[Writers Guild of America]],<ref name="AccoWGA"/><ref name="AccoWGA2"/> and Crocker won the ''Best Videogame Script'' award from the [[Writers' Guild of Great Britain]].<ref name="AccoWGUK2012"/>

''[[The Daily Telegraph]]'' awarded the game ''Best Original Score'' (Nick Arundel) and ''Game of the Year'', with a statement that said: "as a video game, it's a magnificent piece of work, but it also shines as a unique, lovingly-crafted slice of Batman fiction."<ref name="AccoTelegraph"/> The newspaper also nominated the game for: ''Best Director'' (Sefton Hill); ''Best Acting Performance'' (Mark Hamill and Nolan North); and ''Best Developer'' (Rocksteady Studios).<ref name="AccoTelegraph"/> The game was nominated for ''Game of the Year'' and ''Best Game Design'' at the [[Game Developers Choice Awards]],<ref name="SalesFeb2012"/> and Game Audio Network Guild award's for ''Music of the Year'', ''Best Soundtrack Album'', ''Best Audio Mix'', and ''Best Original Vocal – Choral'' for the track "Main Theme".<ref name="AccoGANG11"/> The game was named the ''Best Action/Adventure Game'' and ''Best Overall Game of 2011'' as part of the 2011 [[Yahoo! Games]] Game of the Year awards.<ref name="AccoYahoo"/><ref name="AccoYahoo2"/> ''Batman: Arkham City'' received several honors from [[GameTrailers.com]], including ''Best Xbox 360 Game of the Year'', ''Best PC Game of 2011'', as well as ''Best Action/Adventure game''.<ref name="AccoGTrailers"/> It also won the ''Best Action-Adventure Game'' award at the 2012 [[Golden Joystick Award]]s, and was nominated for ''Top Gaming Moment'' for the game's ending, ''Best DLC'' for "Harley Quinn's Revenge", and the overall ''Ultimate Game of the Year''.<ref name="AccoGoldenJoy"/><ref name="AccoGoldenJoy2"/> It was nominated for ''Game of the Decade'' at the 2012 Spike Video Game Awards.<ref name="AccoSpike2012"/>

According to Metacritic, the PlayStation 3 version of the game was the highest-rated game of 2011, and over all formats the game was tied with the role-playing game ''[[The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim]]'' as the highest-rated game of 2011.<ref name="Metacritic-2011"/> This also tied ''Arkham City'' for the sixth-highest-rated game ever.<ref name="Metacritic-alltime"/>

''Batman: Arkham City'' appeared on several lists of the top video games of 2011, including being placed: number 1 by [[E!|E! Online]],<ref name="AccoEOnline"/><ref name="AccoEKotaku"/> and [[CNET]];<ref name="AccoCnet"/> number 2 by [[Gamasutra]];<ref name="AccoGamasutra"/> number 3 by [[Digital Spy]],<ref name="AccoDSpy"/> Joystiq,<ref name="AccoJoystiq"/> ''[[VentureBeat]],<ref name="AccoVentureBeat"/> and ''[[Wired (magazine)|Wired]];<ref name="AccoWired"/> number 5 by the [[Associated Press]],<ref name="AccoCBS"/> and ''[[Time (magazine)|Time]]'';<ref name="AccoladeTime"/> and number 10 by the ''[[Daily Mirror]]''.<ref name="AccoMirror"/>

GameSpot labeled it the ''Best Action/Adventure Game'' as part of its ''Best of 2011'' series,<ref name="AccoGamespot"/> ''Game Informer'' named it their ''Best Action/Adventure'' game of 2011 in their February 2012 issue, and highlighted specific points of the game including placing Batman number 1 on their list of the Top Ten Heroes, and the Mr. Freeze [[Boss (video gaming)|boss fight]] number 4 on their list of Top Ten Video Games Moments.<ref name="AccoGIBestof11"/> ''[[PlayStation Official Magazine|Playstation Official Magazine UK]]'' placed ''Batman: Arkham City'' as their number 2 ''Game Of the Year''.<ref name="AccoGOTYPSM"/> IGN labeled it the Best PC Action Game of 2011.<ref name="AccoIGNPC"/> [[1UP.com]] placed the games main theme song as number 6 on its "Top 10 Theme Songs of 2011".<ref name="Acco1UP"/> In January 2012, Eurogamer listed it as the third best game of 2012.<ref name="AccoEuroBest"/> In November 2012, ''Time'' named it one of the 100 greatest video games of all time and said, "It's hard to imagine a better superhero game than ''Batman: Arkham City''. It's also hard to imagine a better video game in general."<ref name="AccoTimeAllTime"/> Also in November, ''[[Entertainment Weekly]]'' named it one of the ten best games of the past decade (2002–2012) and said, "this is the definitive superhero adventure of the decade."<ref name="AccoEWTen"/><ref name="AccoEWTen2"/> In 2013, ''Game Informer'' named it the best superhero game of all time.<ref name="Acco2013GI"/> In 2014, ''[[Empire (film magazine)|Empire]]'' placed it as number 12 on its list of the 100 Greatest Video Games of All Time, ahead of ''Arkham Asylum'' at number 28,<ref name="Empire100"/> and IGN named it the twenty-fourth best PC game of the preceding decade.<ref name="IGNTop25PC"/>

{| class="wikitable sortable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:99%;"
|+ List of awards and nominations
|-
! Year !! Award !! Category !! Recipient!! Result !! class="unsortable" | Ref.
|-
|rowspan="16"| 2011
|rowspan="11"| [[Spike Video Game Awards]]
| Best Action Adventure Game
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{won}}
| rowspan="11" style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="Awards"/> <ref name="VGAWinners"/>
|-
| Best Adapted Video Game
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{won}}
|-
| Best Graphics
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Original Score
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Performance by a Human Female
| [[Tara Strong]] (for Harley Quinn)
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Performance by a Human Male
| [[Mark Hamill]] (for Joker)
|{{nom}}
|-
| Studio of the Year
| Rocksteady Studios
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Xbox 360 Game
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{won}}
|-
| Character of the Year
| Joker
|{{won}}
|-
| Game of the Year
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
|Trailer of the Year
| Hugo Strange Reveal Trailer
|{{nom}}
|-
|rowspan="5"| [[The Daily Telegraph|Telegraph Video Game Awards 2011]]
| Best Acting Performance
| Mark Hamill (for Joker) and Nolan North (for Penguin)
|{{nom}}
| rowspan="5" style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoTelegraph"/>
|-
| Best Developer
| Rocksteady Studios
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Director
| Sefton Hill
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Original Score
| Nick Arundel
|{{won}}
|-
| Game of the Year
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{won}}
|-
|rowspan="28"| 2012
|rowspan="6"| [[Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences]]
| Adventure Game of the Year
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{won}}
| rowspan="6" style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoAIAS"/> <ref name="AccoAIAS2"/> <ref name="AccoAIAS3"/>
|-
| Game of the Year
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Outstanding Achievement in Animation
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Outstanding Achievement in Art Direction
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Outstanding Achievement in Game Direction
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Outstanding Achievement in Game Play Engineering
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
|| [[Writers Guild of America]]
| Video Game Writing
| Paul Crocker (Lead Narrative Designer); Paul Dini, Paul Crocker and Sefton Hill (Story)

|{{nom}}
| style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoWGA"/> <ref name="AccoWGA2"/>
|-
|rowspan="2"| [[Game Developers Choice Awards]]
| Best Game Design
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
| rowspan="2" style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="SalesFeb2012"/>
|-
| Game of the Year
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
|rowspan="4"| Game Audio Network Guild
| Best Audio Mix
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
| rowspan="4" style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoGANG11"/>
|-
| Best Original Vocal – Choral
| "Main Theme"
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Soundtrack Album
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Music of the Year
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
|rowspan="9"| [[British Academy Video Games Awards|British Academy of Film and Television]]
| Action game
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{won}}
| rowspan="9" style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoBAFTA"/> <ref name="AccoBAFTARes"/>
|-
| Artistic Achievement
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Audio Achievement
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Best Game
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Design
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| GAME Award of 2011
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Original Music
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Performer
| Mark Hamill (for Joker)
|{{won}}
|-
| Story
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
|rowspan="4"| [[Golden Joystick Award]]
| Best Action-Adventure
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{won}}
| rowspan="4" style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoGoldenJoy"/> <ref name="AccoGoldenJoy2"/>
|-
| Best DLC
| ''Batman: Arkham City'' for "Harley Quinn's Revenge" (Third Place)
|{{nom}}
|-
| The Golden Joystick Ultimate Game of the Year
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
|-
| Top Gaming Moment
| ''Batman: Arkham City'' for The Ending
|{{nom}}
|-
| Spike Video Game Awards
| Game of the Decade
| ''Batman: Arkham City''
|{{nom}}
| style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoSpike2012"/>
|-
| [[Writers' Guild of Great Britain]]
| Best Videogame Script
| Paul Crocker
| {{won}}
| style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="AccoWGUK2012"/>
|}

===Technical issues===
During launch week, issues were found to exist in the code-restricted content. Some customers discovered the code to be missing from their copy, preventing them from obtaining the Catwoman story missions. The problem was reported by customers in Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Warner Bros. issued a statement claiming that the missing codes had affected less than 0.5% of customers.<ref name="ReleaseProblem1"/> Upon release in the United Kingdom, a technical issue rendered the game unplayable for some players, booting them from the game with an error message that the "downloadable content is corrupt." Rocksteady European community manager Sarah Wellock claimed that the fault lay with the PlayStation Network and Xbox Live online systems.<ref name="ReleaseProblem2"/>

In early November 2011, Rocksteady confirmed that it was investigating reports by numerous users that save files for the Xbox 360 version of the game were being erased without prompting, resulting in players losing their progress and being unable to complete the game.<ref name="Technicalissue2"/><ref name="TechnicalIssue3"/> On launch, performance issues arose for the PC version when DirectX 11 features were enabled; the developer acknowledged the inconvenience and recommended to run the game with DirectX 9 while a title update was released to address this matter.<ref name="Technicalissue4"/><ref name="Technicalissue5"/>

==Legacy==
{{main|Batman: Arkham Origins|Batman: Arkham Knight}}

''Batman: Arkham Origins'', the successor to ''Arkham City'', was announced in April 2013. The game is developed by [[Warner Bros. Games Montreal]] for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Wii U, and was released on October 25, 2013. Set several years before the events of ''Arkham Asylum'', ''Arkham Origins'' follows a younger and less experienced Batman on Christmas Eve on the streets of Gotham City as he faces off against eight deadly assassins. A separate title, ''[[Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate]]'', was developed for [[Nintendo 3DS]] and [[PlayStation Vita]] by Armature Studios, and was released on the same day.<ref name="Sequel4"/><ref name="Sequel5"/> Dini stated that he would not be involved in writing a sequel. He had not been included in writing for any of ''Arkham City''{{'}}s DLC, including the story-based "Harley Quinn's Revenge" DLC, and said that Warner Bros. and Rocksteady suggested that he take work elsewhere if offered.<ref name="Sequel1"/>

''Batman: Arkham Knight'', the successor to ''Arkham Origins'', was announced in March 2014. Developed by Rocksteady for [[PlayStation 4]], [[Xbox One]] and Windows, the game is scheduled for release in 2015. ''Arkham Knight'' is set one year after the events of ''Arkham City'' and serves as the concluding chapter of the Rocksteady ''Arkham'' games.<ref name="2014MarMCV"/><ref name="2014MarIGN"/>

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<ref name="2014MarMCV">{{cite web |first=Ben|last=Parfitt |url =http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/retailer-outs-batman-arkham-knight/0128992 | title =UPDATE: Retailer outs Batman Arkham Knight |date =March 4, 2014 | accessdate =March 4, 2014 | publisher = Intent Media | work=[[Market for Home Computing and Video Games]] | archiveurl=http://web.archive.org/web/20140304184335/http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/retailer-outs-batman-arkham-knight/0128992 |archivedate=March 4, 2014 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Acco1UP">{{cite web| first =Vic | last =Roman | url =http://www.1up.com/do/blogEntry?bId=9091669| title=Top 10 Theme Songs of 2011| publisher = News Corporation |work=[[1UP.com]]| date=November 22, 2011| accessdate=September 21, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/64fQqTZVr | archivedate=January 13, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Acco2013GI">{{cite web|first=Ben|last=Reeves| url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2013/12/19/the-best-super-hero-games-of-all-time.aspx |title=The Best Superhero Games Of All Time | publisher=[[GameStop]]| work=[[Game Informer]]|date=December 19, 2013 | accessdate=December 20, 2013| deadurl= no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoAIAS">{{cite web| first = David| last =Hinkle | url =http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/12/uncharted-3-leads-aias-2011-award-nominations/ | title= Uncharted 3 leads AIAS 2011 award nominations| publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=January 12, 2012| accessdate=January 13, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/64fQqTZVr | archivedate=January 13, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoAIAS2">{{cite web|url=http://www.interactive.org/images/pdfs/15th-Annual-IAA-Finalists-Only.pdf | publisher=[[Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences]] | work = Interactive.org| title=15th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards Finalist | accessdate= January 13, 2012| format=PDF | archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/64fRQJwnN| archivedate =January 13, 2012| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoAIAS3">{{cite web|url=http://www.interactive.org/images/pdfs/15th-Annual-IAA-Finalists-and-Winners.pdf | publisher=Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences | work = Interactive.org| title=15th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards Finalists and Winners |date=February 9, 2012| accessdate= February 10, 2012| format=PDF | archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/65LyFkY4d| archivedate = February 10, 2012| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoBAFTA">{{cite web|url=http://www.bafta.org/games/awards/nominees-winners-2012,2892,BA.html | publisher=[[British Academy of Film and Television Arts]]| title=Video Games Awards Nominations in 2012 |date=February 17, 2012| accessdate= February 17, 2012| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/664GUvZyh | archivedate = March 10, 2012|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoBAFTARes">{{cite news|url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-17410379 |publisher=BBC|work=[[BBC News]] | title=Video games Baftas 2012: winners in full |date=March 16, 2012| accessdate= March 16, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuQwyAtn |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoCBS">{{cite news |first=Lou |last=Kesten | url =http://news.yahoo.com/portal-2-skyrim-top-thrilling-games-122355168.html |title = 'Portal 2,' 'Skyrim' top a thrilling year in games | publisher=Yahoo | agency = Associated Press | date=December 19, 2011 |accessdate = September 21, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6AqdpPqua |archivedate= September 21, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoCnet">{{cite news |first=Jeff |last=Bakalar | url =http://reviews.cnet.com/2300-9995_7-10010423-10.html |title=1. Batman: Arkham City (Xbox 360, PS3, PC) | publisher=[[CBS Interactive]]| work=[[CNET]] |date=December 15, 2011 |accessdate=September 21, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6AqiSToje |archivedate= September 21, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoDSpy">{{cite news |first=Matthew |last=Reynolds | url =http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/gaming/news/a355978/digital-spys-games-of-2011-entries-5-1.html |title =Digital Spy's Games of 2011: Entries 5-1| publisher=[[Nat Mags]] |work=[[Digital Spy]] |date=December 27, 2011 | accessdate = September 21, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Aqihuite |archivedate= September 21, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoEKotaku">{{cite web|first=Stephen |last=Totilo| title =Batman: Arkham City is E Online's Game of the Year| url =http://kotaku.com/5869420/batman-arkham-city-is-e-onlines-game-of-the-year |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|date=December 19, 2011|accessdate=November 12, 2012| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/643gQfKNd | archivedate = December 19, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoEOnline">{{cite web| url = http://uk.eonline.com/photos/gallery.jsp?galleryUUID=4186#158362 | title = Top 10 Games of 2011 | date = December 2011 | accessdate = December 19, 2011| publisher = [[NBCUniversal]]|work = [[E!]] | archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/643gD3DLx | archivedate = December 19, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoEuroBest">{{cite web | first = | last = | url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-12-20-eurogamer-readers-top-50-games-of-2011-article | title =Eurogamer Readers' Top 50 Games of 2011 |date = January 1, 2012 | accessdate =December 23, 2013 |publisher=Eurogamer Network| work = [[Eurogamer]] |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoEWTen">{{cite web| first=Darren |last=Franich | url =http://www.ew.com/ew/gallery/0,,20651639,00.html#21246457 | title =10 Best Videogames Since 2002 | date = November 28, 2012 | accessdate = December 8, 2012 | publisher = [[Time Inc.]]|work = [[Entertainment Weekly]] | archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6Cl9LVWDp| archivedate =November 29, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoEWTen2">{{cite web |title = Entertainment Weekly Picked The 10 Best Games Of the Past 10 Years. Be Happy. Be Angry. Vote? | date = November 29, 2012 | url = http://kotaku.com/5964409/entertainment-weekly-picked-the-10-best-games-of-the-past-10-years-be-happy-be-angry-vote |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|accessdate=November 29, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CXuf8n3b |archivedate=November 29, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGamasutra">{{cite web | url = http://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/39199/Gamasutras_Best_Of_2011_Top_10_Games_Of_The_Year.php | title = Gamasutra's Best Of 2011: Top 10 Games of the Year |publisher = UBM plc |work=[[Gamasutra]] | date = December 23, 2011 | accessdate = December 23, 2011 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BuR6IHKY |archivedate= November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGamespot">{{cite web|title=Best Action/Adventure Game|url=http://uk.gamespot.com/best-of-2011-awards/genre-awards/index.html?page=1&tag=topslot;img;2 | work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=December 19, 2011| accessdate=December 20, 2011 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/644oA1PDj | archivedate = December 20, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGANG11">{{cite web| first = Mike | last =Schramm | url =http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/09/gang-announces-nominations-for-10th-annual-awards-in-game-audio/ | title= GANG announces nominations for 10th annual awards in game audio |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq|date=February 9, 2012| accessdate=February 10, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuR9k2zB |archivedate= November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGIBestof11">{{cite journal|first= |last= |title=Games of 2011 |publisher=GameStop |work=Game Informer |date=January 2012 |page= 58}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGoldenJoy">{{cite web | first = Matthew| last =Reynolds | url =http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/gaming/news/a401428/golden-joystick-awards-2012-public-voting-now-open.html | title =Golden Joystick Awards 2012 public voting now open| date = August 23, 2012 | accessdate =September 21, 2012 | publisher = Nat Mags |work=Digital Spy |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6AqjLWkwf | archivedate=September 21, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGoldenJoy2">{{cite web | url=http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/gaming/news/a433646/skyrim-voted-game-of-the-year-at-2012-golden-joystick-awards.html | title ='Skyrim' voted 'Game of the Year' at 2012 Golden Joystick Awards | first =Liam | last =Martin | date =October 26, 2012 | accessdate =February 20, 2013 | publisher = Nat Mags |work=Digital Spy | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Ea5IHmuF |archivedate=February 20, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGOTYPSM">{{cite web| first = Louise | last =Blaine | url =http://www.officialplaystationmagazine.co.uk/2011/12/22/official-playstation-magazine-uk%E2%80%99s-goty-no-2-batman-arkham-city/ | title =Official PlayStation Magazine UK's GOTY No 2: Batman Arkham City | date = December 22, 2011 | accessdate =October 23, 2012 | publisher = [[Future plc]] | work=[[PlayStation Official Magazine]] |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuRKZJpB | archivedate= November 3, 2012| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoGTrailers">{{cite web|url=http://www.gametrailers.com/side-mission/1272/gametrailers-2011-game-of-the-year-awards-announced|title=GameTrailers 2011 Game of the Year Awards Announced|last=DeMaro|first=Rocco|publisher=Viacom | work= GameTrailers.com|date=January 2, 2012|accessdate=October 21, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoJoystiq">{{cite web| first = Richard| last =Mitchell | url =http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/04/joystiq-top-10-of-2011-skyrim/ | title= Joystiq Top 10 of 2011: Skyrim | publisher =[[AOL]] |work= Joystiq| date=January 4, 2012| accessdate=January 4, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuROhoEr |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoIGNPC">{{cite web| first=| last=| url=http://uk.ign.com/wikis/best-of-2011/Best_PC_Action_Game | title=Best PC Action Game |publisher=News Corporation| work=IGN | year=2011 | accessdate=October 23, 2011|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BdBZR9rz |archivedate=October 23, 2011|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoMirror">{{cite web | url = http://www.mirror.co.uk/fun-games/video-games/2011/12/23/portal-2-the-witcher-2-and-uncharted-3-drake-s-deception-the-top-10-video-games-of-2011-115875-23655972/ | title = Portal 2, The Witcher 2 and Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception ... the top 10 video games of 2011 | first = Kevin | last = Lynch | date = December 23, 2011 | accessdate=December 23, 2011 |work=Daily Mirror | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuRRlJsG |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoSpike2012">{{cite web| first=Darren |last=Franich | url =http://popwatch.ew.com/2012/11/28/best-videogames-decade/ | title =The 10 Best Videogames of the Last Decade: Vote for your favorite, and watch it announced live at Spike's VGA Awards! | date = November 28, 2012 | accessdate = November 29, 2012 | publisher = [[Time Inc.]]|work = [[Entertainment Weekly]] | archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6CXuRBOjX | archivedate =November 29, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoTelegraph">{{cite web| title=Telegraph video game awards 2011| url=http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/video-games/8974993/Telegraph-video-game-awards-2011.html |work=The Daily Telegraph | publisher = [[Telegraph Media Group]] | date=December 27, 2011| accessdate = February 28, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BycSmQJZ |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoladeTime">{{cite news|first=Evan | last=Narcisse| title=Top 10 Video Games| url=http://www.time.com/time/specials/packages/article/0,28804,2101344_2101197_2101202,00.html | work =[[Time (magazine)|Time]] | publisher = [[Time Inc.]] | date=December 7, 2011| accessdate = December 29, 2011 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/64INqwZSQ | archivedate = December 29, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoTimeAllTime">{{cite news|first= | last=| title=All-TIME 100 Video Games | url=http://techland.time.com/2012/11/15/all-time-100-video-games/slide/batman-arkham-city-2011/ | work =Time | publisher = Time Inc. | date=November 15, 2012| accessdate = November 15, 2012 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6CCmBN3PG | archivedate =November 15, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoVentureBeat">{{cite news| url =http://venturebeat.com/2011/12/16/the-deanbeat-uncharted-3-drakes-deception-tops-our-list-of-the-10-best-games-of-2011/ | title = The DeanBeat: Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception tops our list of the 10 best games of 2011 | publisher = [[VentureBeat]]| date = December 16, 2011 | accessdate = March 2, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuRW7WQV|archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoWGA">{{cite web|first=Paul|last=Tassi| title=The WGA's Baffling Video Game Writing Award |url=http://www.forbes.com/sites/insertcoin/2012/02/21/the-wgas-baffling-video-game-writing-award/ |work=[[Forbes]] | publisher =Forbes publishing | date=February 21, 2012| accessdate =February 29, 2012 |archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/65pHWcdDD| archivedate =February 29, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoWGA2">{{cite web|first=Maurice|last=Tan| title=And the WGA Videogame Writing Award nominees are ... |url=http://www.destructoid.com/and-the-wga-videogame-writing-award-nominees-are--219550.phtml | publisher =[[Destructoid]] | date=January 12, 2012| accessdate =February 29, 2012 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/65pHacx5i | archivedate =February 29, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoWGUK2012">{{cite news|url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-20338163 |publisher=BBC|work=[[BBC News]] |title=Steven Moffat honoured at Writers' Guild Awards |date=November 15, 2012| accessdate=January 19, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Dn3KtkUW |archivedate=January 19, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoWired">{{cite web|first=Chris|last=Kohler| title=The 20 Best Videogames of 2011 |url=http://www.wired.com/gamelife/2011/12/best-games-2011/?pid=2324 | work = [[Wired (magazine)|Wired]] | publisher =[[Condé Nast Publications]] | date=December 20, 2011| accessdate = December 22, 2011 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/648B7LdlG | archivedate = December 22, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoYahoo">{{cite news| url =http://games.yahoo.com/photos/game-of-the-year-awards-2011-1324496261-slideshow/game-of-the-year-2011-photo-1324495754.html | title =Game of the Year Awards 2011 – Best Action/Adventure Game |publisher=Yahoo! | year = 2012 | accessdate = March 10, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/664GOVnGw | archivedate= March 10, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="AccoYahoo2">{{cite news| url =http://games.yahoo.com/photos/game-of-the-year-awards-2011-1324496261-slideshow/game-of-the-year-2011-photo-1324495758.html| title =Game of the Year Awards 2011 – Best Overall Game of 2011 | publisher =Yahoo! | year = 2012 | accessdate = March 10, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/664G8wEjK | archivedate= March 10, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Awards">{{cite web|first=Matt |last=Clark | url=http://splashpage.mtv.com/2011/11/17/batman-arkham-city-nominated-spike-video-game-awards/ |title='Batman: Arkham City' Nominated For 10 Spike Video Game Awards| publisher=Viacom |work=MTV |date=November 17, 2011 |accessdate= June 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BycVFG5R |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="BatmanInfected">{{cite video game | title = Batman: Arkham City | developer = [[Rocksteady Studios]]| publisher = [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]] | date = October 18, 2011 | platform = | version = | scene = Opening | level = | language = English| isolang = | quote = '''Batman''': It was all a lie. There's nothing wrong with you. / '''Joker''': Nice of you to say. But you of all people should know there's plenty wrong with me. Take my blood for example. I wish somebody would. This stuff is killing me. / '''Batman''': Why should I care? / '''Joker''': Because now, there's a teeny little bit of me in you too, Bats. / [Batman looks at blood bag and IV drip by his side]}}</ref>

<ref name="CastBane">{{cite web|first=Joe |last=Russell| url = http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/08/01/batman-arkham-city-to-star-bane-as-an-ai-ally/ | title =Bane to fight alongside Batman in Batman: Arkham City | date = August 1, 2011 |accessdate=December 8, 2011 |publisher=Future Publishing| work = [[PC Gamer]] | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6ClCDrkJh|archivedate=December 8, 2011 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastBlack">{{cite web|first=Sameer |last=Mitha| url =http://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/news/review-batman-arkham-city-225083 | title =Review: Batman Arkham City| date = November 9, 2011 | accessdate =February 3, 2013 |publisher =[[NDTV]] |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EAZx8TXb |archivedate=February 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastCatWoman2">{{cite web| first=Hilary | last=Goldstein | url=http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/117/1172188p1.html|title=Arkham City's Plot|publisher=News Corporation| work=IGN | date=June 2, 2011 | accessdate=June 23, 2011|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6ATjlNOmu |archivedate=September 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastDavidKaye">{{cite web|first=John |last=Gaudiosi |url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2011/11/04/the-actors-behind-batman-arkham-city-speak-out |title=The Actors Behind Batman: Arkham City Speak Out |date=November 4, 2011 | publisher = [[News Corporation]]| work = [[IGN]] |accessdate=February 3, 2013 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6EAWXev4k | archivedate= February 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastDeadshot">{{cite web| first = Jessica | last =Conditt | url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/16/batman-finds-new-gadgets-a-new-villain-in-arkham-city/ | title=Batman finds new gadgets, a new villain in Arkham City |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=September 16, 2011| accessdate=November 7, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BzzlFdE7 |archivedate= November 7, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastFreeze">{{cite web |first=David|last=Houghton | url =http://www.gamesradar.com/two-new-arkham-asylum-2-characters-outed/ |title = Two New Arkham Asylum 2 Characters Outed| publisher = Future Publishing |work=[[GamesRadar]] |date=April 20, 2010 |accessdate=December 24, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6D9oqWTsC |archivedate= December 24, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastHatter">{{cite web| first = JC | last = Fletcher| url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/05/new-batman-arkham-city-villain-found-in-qore/ | title= New Batman: Arkham City villain found in Qore |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=October 5, 2011| accessdate=October 5, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BycaW5WL |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Casthugo">{{cite web| first1 = Erik | last1=Davis |first2=Joey |last2=Davidson| url =http://www.craveonline.com/gaming/reviews/176728-review-batman-arkham-city| title=REVIEW — Batman: Arkham City |publisher =AtomicMedia |work= [[CraveOnline]]| date=October 24, 2011| accessdate=February 3, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EAZKwkDm |archivedate= February 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastIvy">{{cite web | first =Tom |last = Senior |url = http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/10/05/batman-arkham-city-rogues-gallery-grows-mad-hatter-and-poison-ivy-spotted-also-nightwing/ | title = Batman: Arkham City rogues gallery grows, Mad Hatter and Poison Ivy spotted, also Nightwing | date = October 5, 2011 | accessdate =October 9, 2011 | publisher = [[Future Publishing]]| work = [[PC Gamer]] | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BycfoABB |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastJoker2">{{cite web |first =Brian| last = Warmoth |url = http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2010/05/27/batman-arkham-asylum-2-to-be-mark-hamills-last-joker-role/ | title = 'Batman: Arkham Asylum 2' To Be Mark Hamill's Last Joker Role |date =May 27, 2010 | accessdate =October 9, 2011 | publisher = [[Viacom]]| work = MTV |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6ByckvpYf |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>



<ref name="CastList2">{{cite web|last=Reeves|first=Ben|url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2011/11/01/ultimate-list-of-batman-arkham-city-secrets.aspx |title=The Ultimate List Of Batman: Arkham City Secrets |publisher=GameStop |work=Game Informer |date=November 1, 2011 |accessdate=November 5, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxXeZIfy|archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastList3">{{cite web|last=Reeves|first=Ben|url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2011/11/01/ultimate-list-of-batman-arkham-city-secrets.aspx?PostPageIndex=3 |title=The Ultimate List Of Batman: Arkham City Secrets (Page 3) |publisher=GameStop |work=Game Informer |date=November 1, 2011 |accessdate=November 5, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxXb2nEm |archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastList4">{{cite web|last=Carmichael |first=Stephanie |url=http://www.gamezone.com/products/batman-arkham-city/originals/the-heroes-and-villains-of-batman-arkham-city-part-two|title=The Heroes and Villains of Batman: Arkham City — Part Two |publisher=[[GameZone]] |date=November 30, 2011 |accessdate=November 5, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxYVz2a1 |archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastList5">{{cite web|last=Carmichael |first=Stephanie |url=http://www.gamezone.com/products/batman-arkham-city/originals/the-heroes-and-villains-of-batman-arkham-city-part-one |title=The Heroes and Villains of Batman: Arkham City — Part One|publisher=[[GameZone]] |date=November 29, 2011 |accessdate=November 5, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxYpuNPT |archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastNightwing">{{cite web|first=Ray |last=Carsillo |title=EGM Review Batman Arkham City Nightwing DLC |url=http://egmnow.com/articles/reviews/egm-review-batman-arkham-city-nightwing-dlc |publisher=EGM Media, LLC. |work=[[Electronic Gaming Monthly]] |date=November 3, 2011|accessdate=November 5, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bxaeq5d2 |archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastPenguin">{{cite web | first = Fred | last = Dutton | url = http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-05-18-the-secret-of-nolan-norths-success | title = The secret of Nolan North's success |date = May 18, 2012 | accessdate = May 18, 2012 |publisher=Eurogamer Network| work = [[Eurogamer]] |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Byd3vB0T |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastRiddler">{{cite interview |last=Wingert |first=Wally |subjectlink=Wally Wingert |interviewer=Florian, Jackie |cointerviewers= |title=The Riddler confirmed for Arkham Asylum 2 (13m:50s) |type=Audio |url=http://918thefan.com/2010/kanas-korner-interview-with-wally-wingert/ |format=|program=91.8 The fan |callsign= |city= |date=March 28, 2010 |accessdate=December 24, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6D9pnGQp4 |archivedate=December 24, 2012 |quote=I think they're starting to voice track ''Batman Arkham Asylum 2'', which will be coming up pretty soon i think and it's all very exciting ... all I know is the Riddler has a few lines, so I'm gonna be back doing that pretty soon here ... getting to play the Riddler was pretty amazing.}}</ref>

<ref name="CastRobin">{{cite web |first=Bryan |last=Vore | url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2011/06/20/first-look-at-robin-in-batman-arkham-city.aspx |title=First Look At Robin In Batman: Arkham City |publisher=GameStop |work=Game Informer | date=June 20, 2011 |accessdate=November 6, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Byd9iobF |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastTalia">{{cite web|last=Miller|first=Greg|title=Comic-Con: Batman: Arkham City Reveals Talia al Ghul| url=http://uk.ps3.ign.com/articles/118/1183325p1.html |publisher=News Corporation |work=IGN |date=July 21, 2011 |accessdate=December 24, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BydFbkIX |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastTwoFace">{{cite web |first=Thierry |last=Nguyen|url=http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/30/troy-baker-the-industrys-new-nolan-north/ |title=Troy Baker, the industry's 'new' Nolan North | publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=May 30, 2012 |accessdate=May 30, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BydKV7dP |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CastVicki">{{cite web|first=Brett |last=Smiley | url=http://guycodeblog.mtv.com/2011/10/28/batman-arkham-city-women/ |title=6 Sexy Women Of 'Batman: Arkham City' | publisher=Viacom |work=MTV |date=October 28, 2011 |accessdate=November 6, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxcwvM50 |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="CatwomanVoice">{{cite web|first=Logan |last=Westbrook| url=http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news/view/111888-Batman-Catwoman-Relationship-Will-Sizzle-Says-Arkham-City-Writer |title=Batman/Catwoman Relationship Will Sizzle, Says Arkham City Writer | publisher=Alloy Digital |work=[[The Escapist (magazine)|The Escapist]] |date=July 26, 2011 |accessdate=February 3, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E9jnAZRs |archivedate=February 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Collectors1">{{cite web |url=http://www.gamebreakers.co/2011/07/batman-arkham-city-collectors-edition-details-2/|title=Batman: Arkham City Collectors Edition Details |publisher=Game Breakers |date=July 20, 2011 |accessdate=July 20, 2011 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BydQbzmq |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Collectors2">{{cite web|first=Matt |last=Clark | url=http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2011/07/19/batman-arkham-city-collectors-edition-gets-statue-other-bat-stuff/ |title='Batman: Arkham City' Collector's Edition Gets Statue, Other Bat-stuff |publisher=Viacom |work=MTV |date=July 19, 2011 |accessdate=October 11, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BydUJHvL |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ComicInfo1">{{cite web|url=http://www.dccomics.com/blog/2011/02/09/batman-arkham-city-comic |title=Batman: Arkham City comic book miniseries announced! |publisher= [[Warner Bros.]] |work=[[DC Comics]] |date=February 9, 2012 | accessdate=November 7, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6C00zJycl |archivedate=November 7, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="crocker">{{cite web|url=http://guru.bafta.org/paul-crocker-big-questions |title=Paul Crocker: Big Questions |publisher=British Academy of Film and Television Arts|accessdate=June 25, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuS3pYE0 |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Crypotograph">{{cite web |last=Donlan |first=Christian |date=March 11, 2011 |url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-03-11-batman-arkham-city-preview|title=Batman: Arkham City Preview |publisher= Eurogamer Network |work =Eurogamer |accessdate= November 5, 2012 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Bw7DPqL8 |archivedate= November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DesignCVGEnding">{{cite web |url=http://www.computerandvideogames.com/335174/interviews/the-ending-was-almost-taboo-rocksteady-looks-back-on-arkham-city/?page=2 | title ='The ending was almost taboo' - Rocksteady looks back on Arkham City | date = February 9, 2012 | accessdate =March 27, 2014 | publisher = Future Publishing | work=Computer and Video Games | archiveurl=http://web.archive.org/web/20131109044658/http://www.computerandvideogames.com/335174/interviews/the-ending-was-almost-taboo-rocksteady-looks-back-on-arkham-city/?page=2|archivedate= November 9, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DesignRobin">{{cite web|first=Matt |last=Clark | url=http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2011/07/06/batman-arkham-city-artist-explains-the-look-of-robin-new-art/ |title='Batman: Arkham City' Artist Explains The Look Of Robin, New Art | publisher=Viacom |work=MTV |date=June 7, 2011 |accessdate= November 12, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6C6ke8Crw |archivedate= November 12, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DesignRobin2">{{cite web|first=Stephen |last=Totilo| title =Why Did Batman: Arkham City Have 440 Trophies? | url =http://www.kotaku.com.au/2012/02/why-did-batman-arkham-city-have-440-trophies/ |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku Australia |date=February 18, 2012 |accessdate=November 12, 2012| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6C6mQG5X3 | archivedate =November 12, 2012| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DesignVision2">{{cite web|first=Kirk |last=Hamilton | title =The Joker Dies in the First Act of Arkham City (Or Does He?) | url =http://kotaku.com/5845285/the-joker-dies-in-the-first-act-of-arkham-city-or-does-he |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|date=September 30, 2011|accessdate=February 3, 2013| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EBqjo4hl | archivedate =February 3, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DesignVision3">{{cite web | url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-09-07-batman-arkham-city-preview | title =Batman: Arkham City Preview | first = Johnny | last =Minkley| date = September 7, 2011 | accessdate =February 8, 2013 | publisher = Eurogamer Network | work=Eurogamer | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EHaJ5Yx1 |archivedate=February 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DevArtHego">{{cite web|first=Ray |last=Carsillo |title=GDC 2012: The Art and Design of Batman: Arkham City |url=http://www.egmnow.com/articles/news/gdc-2012-the-art-and-design-of-batman-arkham-city/ |publisher=EGM Media, LLC. |work=[[Electronic Gaming Monthly]] |date=March 8, 2012 |accessdate=April 13, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6FrI0nmGJ |archivedate=April 13, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DevGSHill">{{cite web | url = http://uk.gamespot.com/special_feature/most-anticipated-2011/day-1/index.html | title = Batman: Arkham City | publisher = CBS Interactive |work=[[GameSpot]] | date = February 1, 2011 | accessdate = February 1, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuSmX3g9 |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DevGuardian">{{cite news|first=Nick| last=Cowen | url =http://www.theguardian.com/technology/gamesblog/2011/sep/02/batman-arkham-city-interview | title =Batman Arkham City interview: superhero development | publisher =Guardian News and Media | work=[[The Guardian]] | date =September 2, 2011 | accessdate =January 20, 2013| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6DnhrbVE2|archivedate= January 20, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DevSecretRoom">{{cite web|last=Dan |first=Ryckert |url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2010/08/09/arkham-asylums-secret-room.aspx |title=Finding The Asylum's Biggest Secret: Arkham City's Blueprints |publisher=GameStop |work=[[Game Informer]] |date=August 9, 2010 |accessdate=March 28, 2013 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6FT5BMWnA | archivedate=March 28, 2013 | deadurl= no}}</ref>

<ref name="DevVision">{{cite web|first=Stephen |last=Totilo | title =The Dark Knight, Too Triumphant? | url =http://kotaku.com/5778838/the-dark-knight-too-triumphant |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|date=March 7, 2011 |accessdate=February 3, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E934GAfR |archivedate= February 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLC5">{{cite web|first=Owen |last=Good | title =A Guide to Batman's Arkham City Wardrobe| url =http://kotaku.com/5852498/a-guide-to-batmans-arkham-city-wardrobe/gallery/3|publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|date=October 23, 2011|accessdate=October 23, 2011 |archiveurl=http://webcitation.org/69m90X6Lq |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLC6">{{cite web|first=Owen |last=Good | title =A Guide to Batman's Arkham City Wardrobe| url=http://kotaku.com/5852498/a-guide-to-batmans-arkham-city-wardrobe/gallery/1|publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|date=October 23, 2011|accessdate=October 23, 2011 |archiveurl=http://webcitation.org/6BydYUK97 |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLC9">{{cite web|first=Evan |last=Narcisse| title =Just in Time for Christmas, the Batcave Will Be Arkham City's Newest Challenge Map|url =http://kotaku.com/5862805/just-in-time-for-christmas-the-batcave-will-be-arkham-citys-newest-challenge-map |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku| date = November 27, 2011 | accessdate=November 27, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BydcIDEm |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLC10">{{cite web |first=JC |last=Fletcher| url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/20/free-batman-arkham-city-skin-unlock-code-offered-as-a-thank-y/ | title =Free Batman: Arkham City skin, unlock code offered as a 'thank you,' new DLC for sale | date = December 20, 2011 | accessdate = November 7, 2012 |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BzDGRCiJ|archivedate= November 7, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCCATGB">{{cite web|last= Navarro |first=Alex |url=http://www.giantbomb.com/news/warner-bros-insists-that-all-catwomen-be-paid-for-new-and-be-connected-to-the-internet/3742/ |title=Warner Bros. Insists that All Catwomen Be Paid for New and Be Connected to the Internet |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[Giant Bomb]] |date=October 31, 2011 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgLvBgR |archivedate=February 21, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCCATPC1">{{cite web|last= Farivar|first=Cyrus |date=November 22, 2011 |url=http://arstechnica.com/gaming/news/2011/11/batman-arkham-city-on-pc-is-the-version-gotham-needs-and-you-deserve.ars |title=Batman: Arkham City on PC is the version Gotham needs (and you deserve)|publisher=[[Condé Nast Publications]] |work= Ars Technica |accessdate= June 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuSHc8wn |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCCatwoman">{{cite web|first=Edwin |last=Evans-Thirlwell |title=Batman: Arkham City Catwoman DLC spotted in official strategy guide|url=http://www.oxm.co.uk/33694/batman-arkham-city-catwoman-dlc-spotted-in-official-strategy-guide/|publisher=Future Publishing | work= [[Official Xbox Magazine]]| accessdate=October 11, 2011|date=October 11, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuSDzYmW |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCiOS">{{cite web | url = http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-24-batman-arkham-city-ios-map-app-released| title = Batman: Arkham City iOS map app released | first = Fred| last = Dutton| date = October 24, 2011 | accessdate = October 25, 2011 | publisher = Eurogamer Network | work=Eurogamer | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuSLGJtv |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCJokerCarnival">{{cite web | url =http://www.360-gamer.com/review/3246/review-batman-ac-challenge-map-pack | title = Review — Batman: AC Challenge Map Pack |date = December 21, 2011 | accessdate = November 7, 2012 | publisher =Uncooked Media |work=[[360 Gamer]] |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCNightwing">{{cite web|first=Edwin |last=Evans-Thirlwell |title=Nightwing joins Batman: Arkham City DLC line-up, Robin DLC pack dated|url=http://www.oxm.co.uk/34682/nightwing-joins-batman-arkham-city-dlc-line-up-robin-dlc-pack-dated/|publisher=Future Publishing | work= Official Xbox Magazine| accessdate=October 11, 2011|date=October 11, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuSP8HBb |archivedate= November 3, 2012|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCQuinn1">{{cite web | url =http://uk.ign.com/articles/2012/05/10/batman-arkham-citys-harley-quinn-dlc-is-what-dlc-should-be? | title = Batman: Arkham City's Harley Quinn DLC Is What DLC Should Be | first=Greg| last = Miller |date = May 10, 2012 |accessdate =May 10, 2012 | publisher = News Corporation |work = IGN |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/67YoqBhuO | archivedate = May 10, 2012 |deadurl=no }}</ref>

<ref name="DLCRobin">{{cite web | url = http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-11-batman-nightwing-release-price-revealed| title = Batman Nightwing release, price revealed | first = Wesley| last = Yin-Poole| date = October 11, 2011 | accessdate = October 11, 2011 | publisher = Eurogamer Network | work=Eurogamer | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuScBlU9 |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCRobinB">{{cite web|first=Joe |last=Russell| url =http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/10/11/batman-arkham-city-robin-and-nightwing-dlc-detailed/ | title =Batman: Arkham City Robin and Nightwing DLC detailed | date = October 11, 2011 | accessdate =February 9, 2013 |publisher = Future Publishing| work = [[PC Gamer]] | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6EJ5kJ9Sy |archivedate=February 9, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="DLCUKRobin">{{cite web | url = http://www.computerandvideogames.com/317436/batman-arkham-city-robin-edition-exclusive-to-game/| title = Batman: Arkham City – Robin Edition exclusive to GAME | first = Tom| last = Ivan | date = September 1, 2011 | accessdate = October 11, 2011 | publisher = Future Publishing | work=Computer and Video Games | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuSf2HPG |archivedate= November 3, 2012|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="EbBreakRelease">{{cite web |first=Ben|last=Parfitt |url =http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/aussie-retailers-break-batman-arkham-city-release-date/086566 | title =Aussie retailers break Batman: Arkham City release date |date = October 17, 2011 | accessdate =November 6, 2012 | publisher = Intent Media | work=[[Market for Home Computing and Video Games]] | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6ByyGTAOG |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Empire100">{{cite web|url=http://www.empireonline.com/features/100greatestgames/game.asp?title=12|title=12 - Batman: Arkham City |publisher=[[Empire (film magazine)|Empire]] |date=August 2014|accessdate=August 28, 2014|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6SADRI8s4|archivedate=August 28, 2014|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="FinancialPost">{{cite news|first=Daniel|last=Kaszor| url = http://business.financialpost.com/2011/10/18/download-code-batman-arkham-citys-mixed-up-fight-against-used-game-sales/ | title = Arkham City's misguided crusade against used-game sales | date = October 18, 2011 | accessdate =December 24, 2012 | publisher =National Post |work=[[Financial Post]] |location=Canada | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BuSqESwS |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="five">{{cite web |url=http://www.gamespot.com/special_feature/batman-arkham-firstlook/image-feature/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham City Comic Book First Look |publisher=CBS Interactive |work=Gamespot |date=April 4, 2011 |accessdate= June 25, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bydg3LG2 |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Gadgets10">{{cite web | first = Kurtis| last = Seid |url = http://uk.gamespot.com/features/batman-arkham-city-walkthrough-6341105/?page=2 | title =Batman's Gadgets | date = October 19, 2011 | accessdate = November 6, 2012 | publisher = [[CBS Interactive]] |work=[[GameSpot]] | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bxf9Z3Df |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GFWL">{{cite web |first=Quinton |last=Smith | url=http://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2011/06/16/batman-arkham-city-will-use-gfwl/ |title=Batman: Arkham City Will Use GFWL |publisher=[[Rock, Paper, Shotgun]] |date=June 16, 2011 | accessdate=November 6, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bye0QkhV |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GFWL2">{{cite web|last=Yin Poole |first=Wesley |date=August 30, 2011| url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-08-30-warner-batman-ac-is-a-gfwl-title |title=Warner: Batman AC IS a GFWL title |publisher= Eurogamer Network | work=Eurogamer |accessdate= June 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bye2py6b |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GFWL3">{{cite web| first= Luke | last =Plunkett |title = Batman: Arkham City is Using Games For Windows Live (Boo!)| date = August 30, 2011 | url = http://kotaku.com/5835711/batman-arkham-city-is-using-games-for-windows-live-boo|publisher=[[Gawker Media]]|work=[[Kotaku]]|accessdate=October 18, 2011 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6CXuiVXH6|archivedate=November 29, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="gi preview">{{cite news |first=Bryan |last=Vore |url= http://www.gameinformer.com/games/batman_arkham_city/b/xbox360/archive/2010/10/11/batman-arkham-city-cover-story.aspx |title=Batman: Arkham City — Preview | publisher=GameStop| work = [[Game Informer]] | date = October 11, 2010 | accessdate=November 6, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CXulkwmX |archivedate=November 29, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="gi preview2">{{cite news |first= Bryan | last = Vore | title =Batman: Arkham City — Preview (Page 2) |url=http://www.gameinformer.com/games/batman_arkham_city/b/xbox360/archive/2010/10/11/batman-arkham-city-cover-story.aspx?PostPageIndex=2 |publisher=GameStop | work =Game Informer |date = October 11, 2010 | accessdate= December 16, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CwZKS7RQ |archivedate=December 16, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayCat2">{{cite web|first=Phil |last=Kollar | url=http://www.gameinformer.com/games/batman_arkham_city/b/ps3/archive/2011/06/02/hands-on-with-catwoman-in-batman-arkham-city.aspx |title=Batman: Arkham City | publisher=GameStop| work = [[Game Informer]] |date=June 2, 2011 | accessdate=February 3, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E9j7hYCE |archivedate= February 3, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayChallenge1">{{cite web | first =Daemon | last =Hatfield | url = http://uk.ign.com/articles/2011/08/17/gamescom-batman-arkham-citys-challenge-modes | title = Gamescom: Batman Arkham City's Challenge Modes |publisher =[[News Corporation]] |work=[[IGN]] |date=August 17, 2011 | accessdate =January 31, 2013| archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6E5ScCdfX |archivedate=January 31, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayChallenge2">{{cite news | first =David | last =Jenkins| url = http://metro.co.uk/2011/08/25/batman-arkham-city-3d-preview-127493/ | title =Batman: Arkham City 3D preview – the streets of Gotham |publisher =[[Associated Newspapers]] |work= [[Metro (British newspaper)|Metro]] |date=August 25, 2011 |accessdate =January 31, 2013| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E5TeHBgq |archivedate=January 31, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GplayEXP1">{{cite web|first=Carolyn |last=Petit | title=Batman: Arkham City Review |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/batman-arkham-city/reviews/batman-arkham-city-review-6340096/| work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=October 14, 2011|accessdate=February 6, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EEfi4gIs |archivedate=February 6, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GplayEXP2">{{cite web|first=Derrick|last=Smith| title=Batman: Arkham City Review |url=http://game-insider.com/2011/10/31/batman-arkham-city-review/ |publisher=Game-Insider | date=October 31, 2011| accessdate=February 6, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EEgf5iE4 |archivedate =February 6, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayGadgets">{{cite web |first=Matt |last=Clark |title='Batman: Arkham City' Includes Six New Gadgets, New Villain Deadshot |url=http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2011/09/16/batman-arkham-city-new-gadgets-new-villain-deadshot/ |publisher=Viacom |work=MTV |date=September 16, 2012 |accessdate=November 5, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BwC5dIzy |archivedate= November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GplayLauncher">{{cite web | url =http://www.computerandvideogames.com/309563/arkham-city-exposed-batmans-beautiful-future/?page=2#top_banner | title =Arkham City exposed: Batman's beautiful future | first = | last = | date=June 29, 2011 | accessdate =November 5, 2012 | publisher = [[Future Publishing]] | work=[[Computer and Video Games]] | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BwDKQrFI |archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayRiddler1">{{cite news|first=Evan | last=Narcisse| title=Cat vs. Bat: Hands-on with ‘Batman: Arkham City’ | url=http://techland.time.com/2011/07/06/cat-vs-bat-hands-on-with-batman-arkham-city/| work =[[Time (magazine)|Time]] | publisher = [[Time Inc.]] | date=July 6, 2011| accessdate = February 3, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6E941MZbf | archivedate = February 3, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayThird">{{cite web | url =http://www.unrealengine.com/showcase/batman_arkham_city/| title =Batman: Arkham City | first = | last = | date= | accessdate =January 8, 2013 | publisher = [[Epic Games]] | work= | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6DWdCpZVM |archivedate=January 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayThird2">{{cite web|first=Stace |last=Harman | url=http://www.vg247.com/2011/10/18/dark-knight-rises-today-batman-arkham-city-hands-on/ |title=Dark Knight rises today – Batman: Arkham City hands-on | publisher=[[VG247]] |date=October 19, 2011 |accessdate=February 2, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E8WPncTD |archivedate= February 2, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayTriOviz">{{cite web | url =http://epicgames.com/news/darkworks-trioviz-for-games-sdk-brings-3d-capabilities-to-unreal-engine-3 | title =Darkworks TriOviz® for Games SDK Brings 3D Capabilities to Unreal Engine 3 | first = | last = | date=October 6, 2010 | accessdate =February 3, 2013 | publisher = [[Epic Games]] | work= | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EAMPIT8j |archivedate=February 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayVision">{{cite web|first=Giancarlo |last=Vanini | title=Batman: Arkham City Preview |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/batman-arkham-city/previews/batman-arkham-city-preview-6300792/ | work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=February 24, 2011| accessdate =February 3, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6E91pNczG | archivedate = February 3, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayVision2">{{cite web|first=Giancarlo |last=Vanini | title=Batman: Arkham City Preview |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/batman-arkham-city/previews/batman-arkham-city-preview-6300792/?page=2 | work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=February 24, 2011| accessdate =February 3, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EEcppG1C | archivedate = February 3, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayWeapon1">{{cite web|first=Alexander|last=Musa | title=Batman: Arkham City |url=http://www.primagames.com/games/batman-arkham-city/guides/62 | work = [[Prima Games]] | publisher =[[Random House]] | date=November 26, 2011 |accessdate =February 6, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6E91uhDmA| archivedate =February 6, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GPlayWeapon2">{{cite web|first=Daniel |last=Bischoff | title=5 Tips on How to Complete Batman: Arkham City's Combat Challenge Rooms |url=http://www.gamerevolution.com/features/5-tips-on-how-to-complete-batman-arkham-citys-combat-challenge-rooms | work = [[Game Revolution]] | publisher = Net Revolution Inc. | date=October 26, 2011 |accessdate =February 6, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EEcsMFRL | archivedate =February 6, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=GRPC>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/982135-batman-arkham-city/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham City (PC) reviews at |publisher=CBS Interactive |work=[[GameRankings]] |date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgVwnU0 |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=GRPS3>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/981375-batman-arkham-city/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham City (PlayStation 3) reviews at |publisher=CBS Interactive |work=GameRankings|date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgbFWSO |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=GRWii>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/wii-u/632942-batman-arkham-city-armored-edition/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham City — Armored Edition |publisher=CBS Interactive |work=GameRankings|date=November 18, 2012 |accessdate=November 27, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CUj9QT4Z |archivedate=November 27, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=GRX360>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/981374-batman-arkham-city/index.html |title=Batman: Arkham City (Xbox 360) reviews at |publisher=CBS Interactive |work=GameRankings |date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgZavcN |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GSpotPreview">{{cite web |first = Jane | last = Douglas |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/news/6269025.html?om_act=convert&om_clk=morenews&tag=morenews%3Btitle%3B12 | title = Arkham Asylum art director talks mistakes | publisher =[[CBS Interactive]] |work= [[GameSpot]] | date = July 14, 2010 | accessdate = August 11, 2010 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Bye80sy5 |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="hamill twitter">{{cite web |first=Luke |last=Plunkett | url=http://kotaku.com/5851561/arkham-city-is-maybe-mark-hamills-last-performance-as-the-joker |title=Arkham City is (Maybe) Mark Hamill's Last Performance as The Joker |publisher=[[Gawker Media]] |work=[[Kotaku]] |date=October 20, 2011 |accessdate=November 6, 2012 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BxbjQ8Ju |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="IGNHill">{{cite web | first=Greg |last=Miller |url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2011/02/14/batman-arkham-city-gotham-on-lockdown | title=Batman: Arkham City Gotham on Lockdown | date=February 14, 2011 | accessdate=February 8, 2013 | publisher=News Corporation |work=IGN | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EHYTkPv0|archivedate=February 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="IGNHill2">{{cite web | first=Greg |last=Miller |url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2011/02/14/batman-arkham-city-gotham-on-lockdown?page=2 | title=Batman: Arkham City Gotham on Lockdown (Page 2) | date=February 14, 2011 | accessdate=February 8, 2013 | publisher=News Corporation |work=IGN | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EHYRUYHK |archivedate=February 8, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="IgnPreview1">{{cite web | first = Hilary | last = Goldstein | url = http://ps3.ign.com/articles/115/1155256p1.html | title = Batman: Arkham City – The Riddler's Return |publisher =[[News Corporation]] |work=[[IGN]] |date =March 15, 2011 | accessdate =February 21, 2013 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6EbfeMVfR |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="IGNTop25PC">{{cite web |url = http://uk.ign.com/articles/2012/08/07/the-top-25-modern-pc-games-2?page=1 | title =The Top 25 Modern Pc Games |publisher =[[News Corporation]] |work=[[IGN]] |date =August 6, 2012| accessdate =September 16, 2014 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6SdmfAjyI|archivedate=September 16, 2014 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="IOS1">{{cite web|first=Brian |last=Crecente | url=http://kotaku.com/5866177/batmans-return-to-arkham-city-is-triumphant-but-short-lived |title=Batman's Return to Arkham City is Triumphant, But Short|publisher=Gawker Media |work=Kotaku |date=December 8, 2011 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Ebg3I3ce |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="IOS2">{{cite web|first=Brian |last=Crecente | url=http://kotaku.com/5866016/take-on-deathstroke-in-this-surprise-batman-arkham-city-game |title=Take on Deathstroke in This Surprise Batman: Arkham City Game |publisher=Gawker Media |work=Kotaku |date=December 7, 2011 |accessdate=June 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6ByzAQ6id |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="JokerasClayface">{{cite video game | title = Batman: Arkham City | developer = [[Rocksteady Studios]]| publisher = [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]] | date = October 18, 2011 | platform = | version = | scene = | level = | language = English| isolang = | quote = '''Batman''': It was never you. / '''Joker''': Not always... well, sometimes. Confusing, isn't it? I know I'd want to know just what the hell is going on if I were you. Let's just say, at times like these it's important to keep up appearances. But first, if you would be so kind... Hand. Over. My. Cure. / [the dead Joker transforms into Clayface] / '''Joker''': Ladies and gentlemen, for one night only, standing in for yours truly, and doing a damn fine job of it, I give you... CLAYFACE!}}</ref>

<ref name="Joystiq2">{{cite web| first = Wesley| last =Yin-Poole| url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-13-batman-online-pass-unlocks-catwoman | title=Batman online pass unlocks Catwoman |publisher=Eurogamer Network |work=Eurogamer| date=October 13, 2011| accessdate=October 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="JoystiqPrev1">{{cite web|first=JC |last=Fletcher | url=http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/16/batman-arkham-city-supports-3d-whether-you-have-a-3dtv-or-not/ |title=Batman: Arkham City supports 3D whether you have a 3DTV or not | publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq|date=August 16, 2011 | accessdate=August 16, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6ByzFHIbi |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MacOSX">{{cite web |first=Kirk |last=Hiner | url=http://www.technologytell.com/apple/109397/batman-arkham-city-game-of-the-year-edition-hits-os-x-december-13th/|title=Batman: Arkham City Game of the Year Edition hits OS X December 13th |publisher= GadgeTell LLC |work=TechnoloyTell | date=December 12, 2012 |accessdate=December 13, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CsbfxtQY |archivedate=December 13, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Marketing4">{{cite web|last=Graser|first=Marc|url=http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118044346?refCatId=13 |title='Batman: Arkham City' game widens franchise | publisher=PMC |work=Variety | date=October 13, 2012|accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbfuRRQI |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MarketingCampaign">{{cite web|first=Steve |last=Peterson |url=http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2012-04-19-skyrim-and-batman-arkham-city-inside-the-marketing |title=Skyrim and Batman: Arkham City: Inside The Marketing |publisher=Eurogamer Network |work=[[Eurogamer|GamesIndustry.biz]] |date=April 19, 2012 |accessdate=February 8, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EHphRiDQ |archivedate=February 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MarketingLaunch">{{cite web|first=Rick |last=Marshall |url=http://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/batman-arkham-city-to-get-early-release-at-times-square-event/ |title=Batman: Arkham City to get early release at Times Square event |publisher=[[Digital Trends]] |date=October 7, 2011 |accessdate=October 11, 2011 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6ByzNSF23|archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MarketingViral2">{{cite web|first=Logan |last=Westbrook| url=http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news/view/111897-Strange-Recordings-Kick-Off-Arkham-City-Viral-Campaign |title=Strange Recordings Kick Off Arkham City Viral Campaign | publisher=Alloy Digital |work=[[The Escapist (magazine)|The Escapist]] |date=July 26, 2011 |accessdate=February 8, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EHpfj0pa|archivedate=February 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=MCPC>{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/batman-arkham-city |title=Batman: Arkham City (PC) reviews at |publisher=CBS Interactive | work=[[Metacritic]] |date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgdRduM |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=MCPS3>{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/batman-arkham-city |title=Batman: Arkham City (PlayStation 3) reviews at |publisher=CBS Interactive | work=Metacritic|date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgjOkII |archivedate=February 21, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=MCWii>{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/wii-u/batman-arkham-city---armored-edition |title=Batman: Arkham City — Armored Edition |publisher=CBS Interactive | work=Metacritic |date=November 18, 2012 |accessdate=November 27, 2012 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6CUjJJLxe |archivedate=November 27, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=MCX360>{{cite web|url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/batman-arkham-city |title=Batman: Arkham City (Xbox 360) reviews at |publisher=CBS Interactive | work=Metacritic |date=January 3, 2012 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Ebgi0FWY |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Metacritic-alltime">{{cite web|url =http://www.metacritic.com/browse/games/score/metascore/all/all?sort=desc&view=condensed| title = Highest and Lowest Scoring Games| publisher = CBS Interactive| work=Metacritic | accessdate = February 21, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Fg5NOTSu |archivedate=April 4, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Metacritic-2011">{{cite web|first=Jason| last=Dietz | url =http://www.metacritic.com/feature/best-video-games-of-2011 | title = The Best Videogames of 2011 | publisher =CBS Interactive | work=Metacritic| date = December 23, 2011 |accessdate=November 4, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bum8Ln3B | archivedate=November 4, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MusicScore1">{{cite web|url=http://www.watertower-music.com/releases_spotlight.php?search=bacscore |title=Batman: Arkham City — Original Videogame Score |publisher=[[WaterTower Music]] |accessdate=December 24, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6DA9INnfG |archivedate=December 24, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MusicSoundtrack1">{{cite web|url=http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/batman-arkham-city-deluxe/id465064022 |title=iTunes – Music – Batman: Arkham City (Deluxe Edition) by various artists |publisher=Apple Inc. |work=[[iTunes]] |date=October 4, 2011 |accessdate=October 11, 2011| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BvY5htA8 |archivedate=November 4, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MusicSoundtrack3">{{cite web|url=http://www.watertower-music.com/releases_spotlight.php?search=batmanarkhamcity |title=Batman: Arkham City – The Album |publisher=WaterTower Music |date=October 4, 2011 |accessdate=December 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6DAAjSvSA |archivedate=December 25, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MusicSoundtrack4">{{cite web|first=Tom | last=Phillips | url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-09-07-batman-arkham-city-the-album-announced |title=Batman: Arkham City The Album revealed |publisher=Eurogamer Network|work=Eurogamer|date=September 7, 2011 |accessdate=February 24, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EgJMy6nH |archivedate=February 24, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="GameNGPlus">{{cite web |first =Russ| last =Frushtick |url =http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2011/09/07/batman-arkham-city-getting-new-game-plus-mode-how-it-works/ | title ='Batman: Arkham City' Getting New Game Plus Mode: How It Works |date=September 7, 2011 |accessdate =February 6, 2013 | publisher = [[Viacom]] | work = [[MTV]] | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BwC2U2QF |archivedate=February 6, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="NowGamerPrev1">{{cite news|last=Stuart |first=Keith |title=Batman: Arkham City and the art of narrative game design |url=http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/gamesblog/2011/may/18/batman-arkham-city-interview |publisher =Guardian News and Media | work=[[The Guardian]] | date=May 18, 2011 |accessdate=February 3, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E9vxiqtD |archivedate=February 3, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="OpenWorld">{{cite web |first =Adam | last = Rosenberg |url =http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2011/04/11/batman-arkham-city-offers-a-load-screen-free-outdoor-open-world/ | title = 'Batman: Arkham City' Offers A Load Screen-Free Outdoor Open World |date=November 4, 2011 |accessdate =November 5, 2012 | publisher = [[Viacom]] | work = [[MTV]] | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BwC2U2QF |archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PlotDet">{{cite web|first=Nick |last=Dinicola |title=Batman Is Boring in ‘Arkham City’ |url=http://www.popmatters.com/column/153306-batman-is-boring-in-arkham-city/ |publisher=[[PopMatters]] |work= |date=January 26, 2012 |accessdate=February 4, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EC2dbj8Y |archivedate=February 4, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PlotDet2">{{cite web|first=Nick |last=Dinicola |title=Batman Is Boring in ‘Arkham City’ |url=http://www.popmatters.com/column/153306-batman-is-boring-in-arkham-city/P1 |publisher=[[PopMatters]] |work= |date=January 26, 2012 |accessdate=February 4, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EC2pt9jL |archivedate=February 4, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PlotDet3">{{cite web|title=Batman Arkham City Walkthrough — Titan and Mr Sickle |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/features/batman-arkham-city-walkthrough-6341105/?page=7| work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=October 19, 2011 | accessdate = February 4, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EC4tVTq0| archivedate =February 4, 2013| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PlotDet4">{{cite web|title=Batman Arkham City Walkthrough — Boss Beat Down |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/features/batman-arkham-city-walkthrough-6341105/?page=3 | work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=October 19, 2011 | accessdate = February 4, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EC4vryVr | archivedate =February 4, 2013| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PlotDet5">{{cite web|title=Batman Arkham City Walkthrough — Ninjas and Robots |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/features/batman-arkham-city-walkthrough-6341105/?page=8 | work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=October 19, 2011 | accessdate = February 4, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EC4xgnkN | archivedate =February 4, 2013| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PlotDet10">{{cite web|first=Jose |last=Otero |url=http://www.1up.com/features/interview-arkham-city-opening-open |title=Interview: How Arkham City Goes From Opening Credits to Open World in Ten Minutes Flat |publisher=News Corporation |work=1UP.com |date=October 14, 2011 | accessdate = February 8, 2013 |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EHab2GBf | archivedate =February 8, 2013| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Preorder3">{{cite web|first=Wesley | last=Yin-Poole| url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-17-batman-sinestro-corps-skin-uk-details |title=Batman Sinestro Corps skin UK details|publisher=Eurogamer Network|work=Eurogamer|date=October 17, 2011 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgJB50n |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PreOrderCase">{{cite web | first=Archie |last= Thomas | url =http://blog.gadgethelpline.com/gaming-weekly-batman-bonuses-red-dead-resident-evil/ | title =Gaming Weekly – Batman Arkham City Pre-order Bonuses, Red Dead Free DLC and Resident Evil's new Google ads |date = September 2, 2011| accessdate =February 21, 2013 |publisher = TMTI |work=Gadget Helpline |archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6Ebg8Ox9g| archivedate =February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="PreOrderCase2">{{cite web | url =http://gamingbolt.com/batman-arkham-city-all-pre-order-costumes | title =Batman Arkham City – All Pre-Order Costumes |first=Jim| last = Girgenti |date = August 2, 2011| accessdate =February 21, 2013| publisher =[[CraveOnline]] |work=Gaming Bolt |archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgBJL46 | archivedate =February 21, 2013| deadurl=no }}</ref>

<ref name="PreownedCat">{{cite web|first=Mike |last=Fahey | title = Don't Fret Used Gamers, GameStop Gives Used Buyers Free Catwoman Codes |date = October 14, 2011 | url = http://kotaku.com/5849828/dont-fret-used-gamers-gamestop-has-catwoman-codes-for-preowned-arkham-city-purchasers |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgPJH4x |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="reallydark">{{cite web|first=Jim |last=Reilly |url=http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/108/1084586p1.html |title=Batman: Arkham Asylum 2 Will Be 'Really Dark' |publisher=News Corporation | work=IGN |date=April 19, 2010 |accessdate=April 19, 2010 | archiveurl= http://web.archive.org/web/20100423191124/http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/108/1084586p1.html | archivedate= April 23, 2010 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateNAAU">{{cite web |first = JC | last = Fletcher | url = http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/11/report-batman-arkham-city-out-in-europe-october-21/ | title = Batman: Arkham City opens up for tourism October 18 |date = March 11, 2011 |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |publisher =[[AOL]] |work= [[Joystiq]]| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbfEClTZ |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateEU">{{cite web | url = http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-03-11-batman-arkham-city-release-date | title = Batman: Arkham City release date | first = Wesley | last = Yin-Poole | date = March 11, 2011 | accessdate = March 11, 2011 | publisher = Eurogamer Network | work=[[Eurogamer]] | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E8J9AY8Q |archivedate= February 2, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateEUWii">{{cite news | first =David | last =Jenkins| url =http://metro.co.uk/2012/12/10/batman-arkham-city-armoured-edition-review-gone-batty-3309361/ | title =Batman: Arkham City – Armoured Edition review – gone batty |publisher =[[Associated Newspapers]] |work= [[Metro (British newspaper)|Metro]] |date=December 10, 2012 | accessdate =February 2, 2013| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6E8J7Ky1V |archivedate=February 2, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateWiiU">{{cite web |url=http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/RrQQOvKnkCGswrw3JYQB_DbRSwm1Tm5t |title=Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition |publisher=[[Nintendo]]|work=Nintendo.com |accessdate=September 15, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6D9nGugmH |archivedate=December 24, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateWiiUAu">{{cite web|first=Brenna |last=Hillier | url=http://www.vg247.com/2012/11/30/wii-u-australian-launch-in-photos/ |title=Wii U: Australian launch all smiles, balloons and sugar | publisher=[[VG247]] |date=November 30, 2012 |accessdate=December 24, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6DA5lM0W9 |archivedate= December 24, 2012|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateWin">{{cite web|first=Alex |last= V. | url=http://www.newgamenetwork.com/news/3638/batman-arkham-city-delayed-for-pc/|title=Batman: Arkham City delayed for PC|date=November 8, 2011|publisher=[[New Game Network]]|accessdate=February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbfIIBZi |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateWin2">{{cite web|first=Robert|last=Purchese| url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-18-batman-arkham-city-pc-release-date| title = Batman: Arkham City PC release date | publisher = Eurogamer Network|work=Eurogamer|date = October 18, 2011 | accessdate =February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbfVFcSG |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RelDateWinAU">{{cite web| first=Mark| last=Serrels| title =Batman: Arkham City Has An Australian Release Date For PC | url =http://www.kotaku.com.au/2011/11/batman-arkham-city-has-an-australian-pc-release-date/ |publisher=Gawker Media |work=Kotaku Australia |date=November 9, 2011 |accessdate=December 24, 2012 | archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6DA3m00a0 | archivedate =December 24, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ReleaseDigital">{{cite web |first = Wesley| last =Yin-Poole | url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-11-22-batman-arkham-city-pc-onlive-origin-release-details | title =Batman: Arkham City PC, OnLive, Origin release details | date = November 22, 2011 | accessdate = November 5, 2012 |publisher = Eurogamer Network | work=Eurogamer| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6Bw6OvHlt | archivedate = November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ReleaseGOTY">{{cite web| first=Evan | last=Narcisse | title ="Harley Quinn's Revenge" Coming With the Batman: Arkham City Game of the Year Edition | url =http://kotaku.com/5904266/harley-quinns-revenge-coming-with-the-batman-arkham-city-game-of-the-year-edition |publisher=Gawker Media |work=Kotaku |date=April 23, 2012 |accessdate=April 23, 2012 | archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/678kzJEed | archivedate =April 23, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ReleaseGOTY2">{{cite web |first = Tom| last =Phillips | url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-04-23-batman-arkham-city-harley-quinns-revenge-dlc-confirmed | title = Batman: Arkham City Harley Quinn's Revenge DLC confirmed | date = April 23, 2012 | accessdate = April 23, 2012 | publisher = Eurogamer Network | work=Eurogamer| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/678o5oSacR | archivedate =April 23, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ReleaseGOTY3">{{cite web |first = Tom| last =Phillips | url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-09-19-uk-batman-arkham-city-goty-edition-delayed-until-2nd-november | title =Batman: Arkham City GOTY Edition delayed until 2nd November in UK | date = September 19, 2012 | accessdate = February 21, 2013 | publisher = Eurogamer Network | work=Eurogamer| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6EbfzjLQh | archivedate =February 21, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ReleaseProblem1">{{cite web|first=Fred|last=Dutton| url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-20-arkham-city-dlc-launch-mishap| title = Arkham City DLC launch mishap | publisher = Eurogamer Network|work=Eurogamer|date = October 20, 2011 | accessdate = February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbhAVLgz |archivedate= February 21, 2013|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ReleaseProblem2">{{cite web|first=Wesley|last=Yin-Poole| url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-21-gamers-report-batman-dlc-corruption| title = Gamers report Batman DLC corruption | publisher = Eurogamer Network|work=Eurogamer|date = October 21, 2011 | accessdate =February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Ebh7QmXo |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ReleaseWiiU2">{{cite web|last=Vore|first=Bryan|url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2012/06/05/batman-arkham-city-armored-edition-announced.aspx|title=Batman: Arkham City – Armored Edition Announced|publisher=GameStop |work=Game Informer | accessdate=February 21, 2013 |date=June 5, 2012 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Ebg5nMGj|archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Retail360Bundle">{{cite news|first=James| last=Batchelor| url =http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/batman-xbox-bundles-available-now/086978 | title = Batman Xbox bundles available now | publisher = Intent Media| work=Market for Home Computing and Video Games | date = October 25, 2011 | accessdate = October 26, 2011|archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlxIFqk|archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Rev1UP">{{cite web|last=Nguyen |first=Thierry |date=October 14, 2011 |url=http://www.1up.com/reviews/batman-arkham-city-xbox-ps3 |title=Batman: Arkham City Reaffirms Itself as The Best Superhero Game |publisher=News Corporation |work=1UP.com |accessdate=June 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EHaVeycW |archivedate=February 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevVG247">{{cite web|first=Nathan |last=Grayson | url=http://www.vg247.com/2011/03/16/the-dark-knight-returns-rocksteadys-ginn-on-arkham-city/ |title=The Dark Knight Returns: Rocksteady riddles Arkham City| publisher=[[VG247]] |date=March 16, 2011 |accessdate=June 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6DA5hivu2 |archivedate= December 24, 2012|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevBestof11">{{Cite news|first=Ben | last=Fritz| title = Warner's approach to video games is paying off | url =http://articles.latimes.com/2011/oct/18/business/la-fi-1018-ct-warner-interactive-20111018/2 |work=Los Angeles Times |publisher = [[Tribune Company]] | date = October 18, 2011 |accessdate=October 18, 2011 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6EHXtfxL1 |archivedate=February 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevEGM">{{cite web|first=Ray |last=Carsillo | url=http://www.egmnow.com/articles/reviews/egm-review-batman-arkham-city/ |title=Egm Review: Batman: Arkham City |publisher=EGM Media, LLC. |work=[[Electronic Gaming Monthly]] |date=October 18, 2011|accessdate=June 25, 2012|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bxlo5GsM |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevEurogamer">{{cite web|first=Christian|last=Donlan| url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-14-batman-arkham-city-review| title = Batman: Arkham City – Review | publisher = Eurogamer Network|work=Eurogamer|date = October 14, 2011 | accessdate = October 14, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxllcoUk |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevG4TV">{{cite web|last=Wishnov |first=Jason |date=October 14, 2011 |url=http://www.g4tv.com/games/xbox-360/63090/batman-arkham-city/review/ |title=G4 – Batman: Arkham City Review – Xbox 360 |publisher= [[G4 Media]] |work=[[G4 (TV channel)|G4]] |accessdate=February 21, 2013 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6EbgobHWI |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevGameInformer">{{cite news|first=Andrew | last= Reiner| url =http://www.gameinformer.com/games/batman_arkham_city/b/ps3/archive/2011/10/14/the-best-licensed-video-game-ever-made.aspx | title = Batman: Arkham City | publisher = GameStop | work=[[Game Informer]] | date = October 14, 2011 | accessdate = November 3, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bxlk7oUW |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevGamePro">{{cite web |first=Will |last=Herring | url=http://www.pcworld.com/article/243754/review_batman_arkham_city_is_essential_for_batman_fans.html#gpr |title=GamePro – Review: Batman: Arkham City (360/PS3) |publisher=PC World |work=[[GamePro]] |date=October 14, 2011 |accessdate=November 7, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlbcTDH |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevGuardian">{{cite news|first=Nick| last=Cowen | url =http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/gamesblog/2011/oct/14/batman-arkham-city-game-review | title = Batman: Arkham City – review | publisher =Guardian News and Media | work=[[The Guardian]] | date = October 14, 2011 | accessdate = November 4, 2012| archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlZ68rk |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevGerPlay3">{{cite news| first=Tom |last=Pakinkis |url =http://www.computerandvideogames.com/321344/batman-arkham-city-review-92-in-brand-new-verdict/ | title = Batman: Arkham City review – 'The best superhero game ever made,' claims new verdict | publisher = Future Publishing | work=Computer and Video Games | date = October 5, 2011 | accessdate =February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EbguMkBI |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevGMaster">{{cite news|first=Ben | last=Parfitt| url =http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/first-batman-arkham-city-review-points-to-goty-contender/086036 | title = First Batman: Arkham City review points to GOTY contender | publisher = Intent Media| work=[[Market for Home Computing and Video Games]] | date = October 2011 | accessdate = October 10, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlWLCSp |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevGSpot">{{cite web|first=Caroyln |last=Petit | url=http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/action/batman-arkham-city/review.html?tag=summary%3Bread-review&page=1 |title=Batman: Arkham City Review |publisher=CBS Interactive |work=GameSpot |date=October 18, 2011 |accessdate=June 25, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlThW6L |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevHarleyEuro">{{cite web|first=Christian|last=Donlan| url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-05-31-batman-arkham-city-harley-quinns-revenge-review | title = Batman: Arkham City — Harley Quinn's Revenge Review | publisher = Eurogamer Network|work=Eurogamer|date = May 31, 2012 | accessdate = November 5, 2012 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Bw3fWfnL|archivedate=November 5, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name=RevHarleyIGN>{{cite web|first=Greg |last=Miller | url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2012/05/29/batman-arkham-city-harley-quinns-revenge-review |title=Batman Arkham City Harley Quinn's Revenge Review |publisher=News Corporation |work=IGN |date=May 29, 2012 |accessdate=July 24, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BuThEinz |archivedate=November 3, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevHarleyKotaku">{{cite web| first=Stephen |last=Totilo | title =Harley Quinn's Revenge is Batman: Arkham City's Bad New Ending | url =http://kotaku.com/5913913/harley-quinns-revenge-is-arkham-citys-bad-new-ending |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku |date=May 29, 2012 |accessdate=November 6, 2012| archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6BxdXirg8 | archivedate =November 6, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevIGN">{{cite web|first=Greg |last=Miller | url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2011/10/14/batman-arkham-city-review?page=2 |title=IGN – Batman: Arkham City |publisher=News Corporation |work=IGN |date=October 14, 2011 |accessdate=June 25, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlR7WGu |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevJoystiq">{{cite news|first=Griffin |last=McElroy |url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/14/batman-arkham-city-review/| title = Batman: Arkham City review: A world of difference | publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq|date = October 14, 2011 | accessdate =November 6, 2012 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Bxhy7lY5|archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="MarketingPre1">{{cite news|first=Griffin|last=McElroy |url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/18/drink-nos-get-a-batman-beyond-skin-for-arkham-city/| title =Drink NOS, get a Batman Beyond skin for Arkham City |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq|date = October 14, 2011 | accessdate = October 14, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlJpDzQ |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevOPMAU">{{cite news| first=Tom |last=Pakinkis | url =http://www.computerandvideogames.com/320937/batman-arkham-city-review-10/10-in-worlds-first-verdict/ | title = Batman: Arkham City review – 10/10 in world's first verdict | publisher = [[Future Publishing]] | work=[[Computer and Video Games]] | date = October 2, 2011 | accessdate = October 10, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlLxFxw |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevOPMUK">{{cite web|first=Leon |last=Hurley | url=http://www.officialplaystationmagazine.co.uk/2011/10/14/batman-arkham-city-ps3-review/ |title=Batman Arkham City review – Official PlayStation Magazine UK gives it 10/10 and a gold award |publisher= Future Publishing |work=PlayStation Official Magazine |accessdate=June 25, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlFAj6A |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevOXM">{{cite web |first=Corey |last=Cohen | url=http://www.oxmonline.com/batman-arkham-city-review |title=Batman: Arkham City review |publisher=Future Publishing |work=Official Xbox Magazine |date=October 17, 2011 |accessdate= June 25, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxlCIYzm |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevTelegraph">{{cite news |first=Tom |last=Hoggins | url=http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/video-games/video-game-reviews/8819628/Batman-Arkham-City-review.html |title=Batman Arkham City review |publisher=[[Telegraph Media Group]] |work=[[The Daily Telegraph]]|date=October 14, 2011 |accessdate=November 4, 2012 | archiveurl= http://webcitation.org/6Bxkr6MyA|archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevWiiEGM">{{cite web|first=Ray |last=Carsillo | url =http://www.egmnow.com/articles/reviews/egm-review-batman-arkham-city-armored-edition/| title =EGM Review Batman Arkham City—Armored Edition | publisher =EGM Media, LLC. |work=[[Electronic Gaming Monthly]] |date =November 18, 2012 |accessdate =November 27, 2012 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6CUjUSJZt |archivedate=November 27, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevWiiEuro">{{cite web|first=Richard |last=Leadbetter | url =http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/digitalfoundry-batman-arkham-city-wii-u-face-off | title =Face-Off: Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition on Wii U | publisher = Eurogamer Network |work=Eurogamer |date =November 27, 2012 |accessdate =November 27, 2012 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6CUjOgpYH |archivedate=November 27, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevWiiGRevolution">{{cite web|first=Blake|last=Peterson |url=http://www.gamerevolution.com/review/batman-arkham-city-armoured-edition |title=Batman: Arkham City: Armored Edition Review |publisher=Net Revolution Inc. |work=[[Game Revolution]] |date=November 27, 2012 |accessdate=December 9, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CmoYFwDh |archivedate=December 9, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevWiiJoy">{{cite web| first =JC | last =Fletcher | url =http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/18/batman-arkham-city-armored-edition-review-wonderful-toys/ |title= Batman Arkham City: Armored Edition review: Wonderful toys | publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=November 18, 2012| accessdate=November 27, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CUjcn88F | archivedate=January 13, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="RevWiiNinWorld">{{cite web| first =Patrick | last =Barnett | url =http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/review/32599 | title=Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition | publisher =Nintendo World Report, LLC. |work=Nintendo World Report | date=November 24, 2012| accessdate=November 27, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6CUjvLFHU | archivedate=January 13, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesFeb2012">{{cite web|first=Eddie|last=Makuch|title= Batman: Arkham City ships 6 million |url=http://uk.gamespot.com/news/6349980.html | work = GameSpot | publisher = CBS Interactive | date=February 8, 2012| accessdate = February 8, 2012 | archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/65JIoLL1x|archivedate= February 8, 2012|deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Sales2">{{cite web|last=Dutton|first=Fred|title=Battlefield 3, Arkham City dominate October US sales|url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-11-12-battlefield-3-arkham-city-dominate-october-us-sales |publisher=Eurogamer Network |work=Eurogamer | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BxkcgCKx |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Sales3">{{cite web |last=Dutton |first=Fred |date=December 9, 2011 |url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-12-09-modern-warfare-3-skyrim-dominate-crowded-november-us-sales-chart |title= Modern Warfare 3, Skyrim dominate crowded November US sales chart |publisher=Eurogamer Network |work=Eurogamer |accessdate= June 25, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxkYhfeh |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesSold1">{{cite news|title=Batman: Arkham City sells 2 million copies in first week|url=http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/entertainmentnewsbuzz/2011/10/batman-arkham-city-sells-2-million-copies-in-first-week.html|first=Ben|last=Fritz|date=October 25, 2011|publisher=Tribune Company | work=Los Angeles Times|accessdate=October 25, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxkUp4az |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesUK2011">{{cite news|first=| last= | url =http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/gamesblog/2012/jan/11/best-selling-games-of-2011 | title =Best selling games of 2011: Modern Warfare 3 outguns the opposition | publisher =Guardian News and Media | work=[[The Guardian]] | date = January 11, 2012 | accessdate =February 21, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Ebh0P2Ak |archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesUK2012">{{cite news| first=Tom |last=Ivan |url =http://www.computerandvideogames.com/386449/uk-the-100-best-selling-games-of-2012-revealed/ | title =UK: The 100 best-selling games of 2012 revealed | publisher = Future Publishing | work=Computer and Video Games | date = January 14, 2013 | accessdate =February 21, 2013 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Ebgy4RX7|archivedate=February 21, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesUKWeek1">{{cite news|first=Ben | last=Parfitt| url =http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/uk-charts-batman-arkham-city-is-the-new-no-1/086951 | title = UK CHARTS: Batman Arkham City is the new No.1 | publisher = Intent Media| work=Market for Home Computing and Video Games | date = October 24, 2011 | accessdate = October 24, 2011 | archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/62g40X5JC | archivedate = October 24, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesUKWeek1B">{{cite news| url =http://www.ukie.info/content/ukie-week-42-2011-uk-video-games-charts | title =UKIE Week 42 2011 UK Video Games Charts – Week Ending 22 October 2011 | publisher = The UK Interactive Entertainment Association | work= | date = October 22, 2011 | accessdate=February 16, 2013 | archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/6EU8AIX3f | archivedate =February 16, 2013 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesUKWeek1C">{{cite news|url = http://www.webcitation.org/62g48zG2j | title =Top 10 Xbox 360 Games -Charts 16/10/11 to 22/10/11 | publisher = Intent Media| work=Market for Home Computing and Video Games | date = October 22, 2011 | accessdate = October 24, 2011 | archiveurl = http://www.webcitation.org/62g48zG2j | archivedate = October 24, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SalesUKWeek1D">{{cite news| url =http://www.webcitation.org/62g4AvG5a | title = Top 10 PS3 Games -Charts 16/10/11 to 22/10/11| publisher = Intent Media| work=Market for Home Computing and Video Games | date = October 22, 2011 | accessdate = October 24, 2011 | archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/62g4AvG5a | archivedate = October 24, 2011| deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Setting1">{{cite web |first=|last= | url =http://uk.ign.com/articles/2011/09/06/get-your-batman-arkham-city-questions-answered | title =Get Your Batman: Arkham City Questions Answered | publisher=[[J2 Global]] |work=[[IGN]] | date = September 5, 2011 | accessdate =August 10, 2013 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Ikrx39Io|archivedate=August 10, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Setting2">{{cite web| first=Evan |last=Narcisse | title =The Surprising Stories That Connect Batman: Arkham City to Arkham Asylum| url =http://kotaku.com/5852123/the-surprising-stories-that-connect-batman-arkham-city-to-arkham-asylum|publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku|date=October 21, 2011|accessdate=November 12, 2012 | archiveurl =http://www.webcitation.org/6C6lFa7I7 | archivedate =November 12, 2012 | deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Setting10">{{cite web|first=Matt | last=Bradford| title=Rocksteady dissects Batman: Arkham City's controversial ending | url=http://www.gamesradar.com/rocksteady-dissects-batman-arkham-citys-controversial-ending/ | publisher = [[Future Publishing]] | work = [[GamesRadar]]| date = February 9, 2012 | accessdate=February 4, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EBrjccye |archivedate=February 4, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Sequel1">{{cite web| first = Ben| last = Gilbert | url =http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/06/paul-dini-explains-absence-from-next-batman-game/| title=Paul Dini explains absence from next Batman game |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=August 6, 2012 | accessdate=August 6, 2012 |archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/69j5Px3Ht|archivedate=August 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Sequel4">{{cite web|first=Bryan |last=Vore |title=May Cover Revealed: Batman: Arkham Origins |url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2013/04/09/may-cover-revealed-batman-arkham-origins.aspx |publisher=GameStop |work=Game Informer |date=April 9, 2013 |accessdate=April 9, 2013 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6FkryLhJf |archivedate=April 9, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Sequel5">{{cite web|first=Jason | last =Schreier | title =Batman: Arkham Origins Is Coming This Fall | url =http://kotaku.com/batman-arkham-origins-is-coming-this-fall-471657142 |publisher=Gawker Media|work=Kotaku| date =April 9, 2013 |accessdate=April 9, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Fkv66k3a |archivedate=April 9, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SkinAnimated">{{cite web| first = Mike | last = Schramm| url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/19/arkham-citys-animated-series-batman-skin-is-exclusive-for-games/ | title= Arkham City's Animated Series Batman skin is exclusive for GameStop PowerUp Rewards members |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=September 19, 2011| accessdate=October 8, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxkNlJhF |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SkinEnsemble">{{cite web| first = Lucas | last=Sullivan | url =http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/08/01/batman-arkham-city-pre-order-skins-look-awesome/ | title=Batman: Arkham City pre-order skins look awesome | publisher = Future Publishing |work=[[PC Gamer]] | date=August 1, 2011| accessdate=February 8, 2013 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6EHxO7v20 |archivedate=February 8, 2013 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SkinRobin1">{{cite web | url =http://uk.ps3.ign.com/articles/118/1189611p1.html | title = Batman: Arkham City – Robin Skins, Mr. Wayne News | first=Greg| last = Miller |date = August 22, 2011 | accessdate = October 11, 2011 | publisher = News Corporation |work = IGN |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxkHLMqk |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SkinRobin2">{{cite web | url =http://uk.ps3.ign.com/articles/117/1175823p1.html | title = Batman: Arkham City – Why Robin DLC Is Good News |first =Greg| last = Miller |date = June 13, 2011 | accessdate = October 11, 2011 | publisher = News Corporation |work = IGN | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxkEqxaB |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SkinSinestro">{{cite web| first = Jordan | last = Mallory| url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/08/green-lantern-extended-cut-blu-ray-combo-pack-to-include-batman/ | title= Green Lantern Extended Cut Blu-Ray combo pack to include Batman: Arkham City Sinestro Corps skin | publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq|date=October 8, 2011| accessdate=October 8, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxkC4VK8 |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SkinSinestro2">{{cite web| first = David | last =McCutcheon | url =http://uk.bluray.ign.com/articles/118/1189817p1.html | title= Green Lantern BD Offers Batman: Arkham City Surprise | publisher = [[News Corporation]]| work = [[IGN]] | date=August 23, 2011| accessdate=October 8, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6Bxk8sPEy |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SteelbookCatwoman">{{cite web|last=Hopkins|first=Tom|title=Batman: Arkham City Skins: UK Pre-Order Content Explained|url=http://www.nowgamer.com/batman-arkham-city-skins-uk-pre-order-content-explained/|publisher=NowGamer|date=October 17, 2011|accessdate=October 18, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxjwirRG |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="SteelcaseAU">{{cite web| first = Ben| last =Gilbert | url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/29/batman-arkham-city-steelbook-edition-exclusive-to-australian/ | title= Batman: Arkham City 'Steelbook Edition' exclusive to Australian EB Games, comes with classic costume |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=July 29, 2011| accessdate=October 11, 2011 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6Bxk0kmS3|archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="TaliahasCure">{{cite video game | title = Batman: Arkham City | developer = [[Rocksteady Studios]]| publisher = [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]] | date = October 18, 2011 | platform = | version = | scene = | level = | language = English| isolang = | quote = '''Talia al Ghul''': I had to save you. [Shows Batman a vial of antidote] Harley Quinn stole it for him, I took it back.}}</ref>

<ref name="Quinnhascure">{{cite video game | title = Batman: Arkham City | developer = [[Rocksteady Studios]]| publisher = [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]] | date = October 18, 2011 | platform = | version = | scene = | level = | language = English| isolang = | quote = '''Mr Freeze''': It's over. That was all I could manufacture. / '''Batman''': Harley Quinn took it.}}</ref>

<ref name="Technicalissue2">{{cite web|first=Jonathan|last=Downin|title= Arkham City dev investigating disappearing Xbox 360 saves |url=http://www.gamespot.com/news/arkham-city-dev-investigating-disappearing-xbox-360-saves-6345535 | work = [[GameSpot]] | publisher = [[CBS Interactive]] | date=November 14, 2011| accessdate = November 6, 2012 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxjpQwI5 |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="TechnicalIssue3">{{cite web|first=Matt | last=Bradford | title=Warner Bros seeking help to solve Batman: Arkham City 360 glitch| url=http://www.gamesradar.com/warner-bros-seeking-help-solve-batman-arkham-city-xbox-360-glitch/| publisher = [[Future Publishing]] | work = [[GamesRadar]]| date = November 15, 2011 | accessdate=November 15, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxjlSRx3 |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Technicalissue4">{{cite web|first=Henry |last=Winchester | title=Arkham City's DirectX 11 support is some kind of joker |url=http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/11/24/arkham-citys-directx-11-support-is-some-kind-of-joker/| publisher = Future Publishing |work=[[PC Gamer]] | date=November 24, 2011| accessdate = November 6, 2012 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxjdTIav |archivedate= November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="Technicalissue5">{{cite web|first=Jarred | last=Walton | title=Batman: Arkham City—New Villain DX11 Man on PCs!| url=http://www.anandtech.com/show/5149/batman-arkham-city-new-villain-dx11-man-on-pcs | publisher = [[AnandTech]]| date = November 23, 2011 | accessdate=November 23, 2011 | archiveurl= http://www.webcitation.org/6BxjHArNT|archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="ValeVoice">{{cite av media|url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A4mFjqkH7DQ&t=14m24s |title=Sac Anime 2013-Live from Arkham panel with Kevin Conroy and Grey Delisle|author=MSP|publisher=YouTube|date=January 9, 2013|accessdate=November 25, 2013|time=14:24}}</ref>

<ref name="VGAWinners">{{cite web| first = Christopher| last = Grant| url =http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/10/here-are-the-winners-of-the-2011-spike-video-game-awards/ | title=Here are the winners of the 2011 Spike Video Game Awards |publisher =AOL |work= Joystiq| date=December 10, 2011| accessdate=December 11, 2011 | archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/6BxjDnZ85 |archivedate=November 6, 2012 |deadurl=no}}</ref>

<ref name="WayneCaptured">{{cite video game | title = Batman: Arkham City | developer = [[Rocksteady Studios]]| publisher = [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]] | date = October 18, 2011 | platform = | version = | scene = Opening | level = | language = English| isolang = | quote = '''Hugo Strange''': I feel I should thank you. Capturing Bruce Wayne is so much easier than Batman. And now that we have you, Protocol 10 is ready to begin. It will be my legacy, a monument to your failure... and if you try to stop me, I guarantee everyone will know your secret.}}</ref>
}}

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Tom Kane

2014-10-22T16:03:40Z

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| name = Tom Kane
| image = Tom Kane.jpg
| caption = Tom Kane at Comic Con 2008
| birth_name = Thomas Kane Roberts
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| birth_place = [[Overland Park, Kansas]], [[United States|U.S.]]
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| occupation = Voice actor
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'''Thomas "Tom" Kane''' (born April 15, 1962) is an American [[Voice acting|voice actor]].

==Life and career==

Kane was born in [[Overland Park, Kansas]]. He is most widely known for his [[animation]] work. Notable roles are Jedi Master [[Yoda]] and Admiral Yularen in ''Star Wars: The Clone Wars'' [[Star Wars: The Clone Wars (film)|feature film]] and [[Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008 TV series)|TV series]]; [[The Chancellor]] in Tim Burton's ''[[9 (2009 animated film)|9]]'', [[Magneto (comics)|Magneto]] in ''[[Wolverine and the X-Men (TV series)|Wolverine and the X-Men]]'' and ''[[Marvel vs Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds]]''; [[Iron Man]] and [[Ultron]] in ''[[Next Avengers: Heroes of Tomorrow]]''; [[Mr. Herriman]], the House Manager in ''[[Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends]]''; [[List_of_Kim_Possible_characters#Monkey_Fist|Lord Monkey Fist]] on ''[[Kim Possible]]''; [[Professor Utonium]] and Him in ''[[The Powerpuff Girls]]''; and Darwin, Eliza's chimpanzee sidekick in ''[[The Wild Thornberrys]]''. He is also a prominent [[video game]] voice actor, appearing on numerous titles - from bit parts, to major roles such as [[Gandalf]] and [[Professor X]], and lead characters in almost every [[Star Wars]] game ever made. In the video game ''[[Star Wars: The Force Unleashed]]'' he was "on-camera" as Imperial Captain Ozzik Sturn, Lobot, and also Kento Marek, the father of the protagonist: Galen Marek ([[Sam Witwer]]) - thanks to ILM's motion capture technology. In ''[[Call of Duty: World at War]]'' and ''[[Call of Duty: Black Ops]]'', he provides the voice of Takeo Masaki, a Japanese WWII soldier in the Zombies game mode. In the arena of non-animation voiceover work, he records Movie Trailers, TV promos and commercials daily. In addition, he has been the announcer for the [[AFI Life Achievement Award]] show twice, as well as the [[78th Academy Awards|78th]], [[80th Academy Awards|80th]], [[83rd Academy Awards|83rd]], and [[84th Academy Awards|84th]] [[Academy Awards]]. His most recent performance was as [[Odin]], Thor and Loki's father in the video game adaption of ''[[Thor (film)|Thor]]'' as well as the Disneyland attraction: ''Thor: Treasures of Asgard'', taking over the role from [[Anthony Hopkins]] from the film. In 2013, he took over as the announcer of [[The Eric Andre Show]], replacing [[Gary Anthony Williams]].

==Filmography==

===Animation roles===
* ''[[The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius]]'' - Dean Cain (in "Jimmy Goes to College")
* ''[[The Angry Beavers]]'' - Oxnard Montalvo
* ''[[Archer (TV series)|Archer Vice]]'' - Woodhouse
* ''[[The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes]]'' - [[Ultron]], [[Jasper Sitwell]]
* ''[[Back at the Barnyard]]'' - Freddy's Dad (in "Meet the Parents")
* ''[[Batman: The Brave and the Bold]]'' - [[James Gordon (comics)|Commissioner Gordon]]
* ''[[Ben 10]]'' - Ultimos, Donovan Grand Smith, Arcticguana
* ''[[Duck Dodgers]]'' - Walter Carbonite
* ''[[Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends]]'' - [[Mr. Herriman]], Additional Voices
* ''[[Grim & Evil]]'' - Cap'n Heifer
* ''[[Heavy Gear|Heavy Gear: The Animated Series]]'' - Greco
* ''[[Histeria!]]'' - [[Martin Luther King, Jr.]] (in "Heroes of Truth and Justice"), Additional Voices
* ''[[Iron Man (TV series)|Iron Man]]'' - HOMER, [[Stingray (comics)|Stingray]], [[Sunturion]]
* ''[[Kim Possible]]'' - [[List of Kim Possible characters#Monkey Fist|Monkey Fist]]
* ''[[The Legend of Korra]]'' - Judge Hotah
* ''[[Mad (TV series)|MAD]]'' - [[Auto-Tune|Farto Tuner]] Announcer, Giant Fish, Narrator, Rejected [[The Smurfs|Smurfs]] Announcer, [[Him (The Powerpuff Girls)|Him]], [[Dolphin Tale|Dr. Cameron McCarthy]]
* ''[[The New Woody Woodpecker Show]]'' - Santa Claws
* ''[[The Powerpuff Girls]]'' - [[Professor Utonium]], [[List of The Powerpuff Girls characters#Him|Him]], [[List of The Powerpuff Girls characters#Talking Dog|Talking Dog]]
* ''[[Robot Chicken]]'' - [[Yoda]], [[Morgan Freeman]], Additional Voices
* ''[[Spider-Man (1994 TV series)|Spider-Man]]'' - [[Doctor Doom]]
* ''[[The Smurfs (film)|The Smurfs]]'' - Narrator Smurf
* ''[[Star Wars: Clone Wars (TV series)|Star Wars: Clone Wars]]'' - [[Yoda]]
* ''[[Star Wars: The Clone Wars (film)|Star Wars: The Clone Wars]]'' - Jedi Master Yoda, Admiral Wulff Yularen, Opening Narrator
* ''[[Teen Titans]]'' - Bob (in "Employee of the Month")
* [[Totally Spies!|''Totally Spies'']]''!''- Helmet (in "Model Citizens")
* ''[[Transformers: Prime]]'' - [[Kup (Transformers)|Kup]], Additional Voices.
* ''[[The Wild Thornberrys]]'' - Darwin the Chimpanzee
* ''[[Wolverine and the X-Men (TV series)|Wolverine and the X-Men]]'' - [[Magneto (comics)|Magneto]], [[Professor Thorton]]
* ''[[The X's]]'' - [[Lorenzo Suave]] and Some Old Guy
* ''[[Xyber 9: New Dawn]]''
* ''[[The Boondocks (TV series)|The Boondocks]]''- Dr Doomis

===Live action roles===
* ''[[78th Academy Awards]]'' - Announcer
* ''[[80th Academy Awards]]'' - Announcer
* ''[[83rd Academy Awards]]'' - Announcer
* ''[[84th Academy Awards]]'' - Announcer
* ''AFI Tribute to Michael Douglas 2009'' - Show Announcer
* ''AFI Tribute to Sean Connery 2007'' - Show Announcer
* ''[[Back to You (TV series)|Back to You]]'' - Narrator
* ''Samuel L. Jackson: An American Cinematheque Tribute'' - [[C-3PO]]
* ''Stand Up to Cancer 2009'' - Show Announcer
* ''Stand Up to Cancer 2010'' - Show Announcer
* ''[[Team Knight Rider]]'' - Dante (voice)
* ''[[Who's The Boss]]'' - TV Newscaster (in "Tony, Can You Spare a Dime?")
* ''[[Lady Gaga and the Muppets' Holiday Spectacular]]'' - Show Announcer
* ''[[The Eric Andre Show]]'' - Announcer (Season 2 - Present)

===Movie roles===
* ''[[9 (2009 animated film)|9]]'' - The Dictator
* ''[[Dear Santa]]'' - Santa Claus
* ''[[District 9]]'' - Newscaster
* ''[[Dracula II: Ascension]]'' - The Doctor
* ''[[Dracula III: Legacy]]'' - BBC Anchorman
* ''[[Dracula 2000]]'' - CNN Anchorman
* ''[[Halloween H20]]'' - Dr. Samuel "Sam" Loomis (voice)
* ''[[Hulk Vs]]'' - [[Professor Thorton]]
* ''Infinity's Child'' - Phleig Narrator
* ''[[Kim Possible: A Sitch in Time]]'' - Lord Monkey Fist
* ''[[Next Avengers]]'' - [[Iron Man]], [[Ultron]]
* ''Poetry Contest: Poems in History'' - Himself (guest star)
* ''[[The Powerpuff Girls Movie]]'' - Professor Utonium
* ''[[List of The Powerpuff Girls episodes#Direct to television movie|Powerpuff Girls: Twas the Fight Before Christmas]]'' - Professor Utonium
* ''[[The Prophecy 3: The Ascent]]'' - Angel Voice
* ''[[Rugrats Go Wild!]]'' - Darwin
* ''[[Scooby-Doo and the Cyber Chase]]'' - Professor Robert Kaufmann
* ''[[Shrek the Third]]'' - Princess Guard
* ''[[The Smurfs]]'' - Narrator Smurf
* ''[[The Smurfs 2]]'' - Narrator Smurf
* ''[[The Smurfs 3]]'' - Narrator Smurf
* ''[[Star Wars: The Clone Wars (film)|Star Wars: The Clone Wars]]'' - Jedi Master [[Yoda]], Admiral Yularen, Narrator
* ''[[Forrest Gump|Through the Eyes of Forrest Gump]]'' - John F. Kennedy (voice)
* ''[[The Wild Thornberrys Movie]]'' - Darwin
* ''[[List of The Wild Thornberrys episodes#Season 4: 2001–2002|The Wild Thornberrys: The Origin of Donnie]]'' - Darwin
* ''[[Wish Me Luck]]'' - Slag

===Video-game roles===
* ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]'' - [[James Gordon (comics)|Commissioner Gordon]], [[Amadeus Arkham]], Louie Green, [[Quincy Sharp|Warden Quincy Sharp]]
* ''[[Batman: Arkham City]]'' - [[Quincy Sharp|Mayor Quincy Sharp]]
* ''[[Batman: Arkham Origins]]'' - [[Quincy Sharp]]
* ''[[Call of Duty: Black Ops]]'' - Takeo Masaki, Dr. Schuster
* ''[[Call of Duty: Black Ops II]]''- Takeo Masaki
* ''[[Call of Duty: World at War]]'' - Takeo Masaki
* ''[[Dance Central 3]]'' - Dr. Tan
* ''[[Escape from Monkey Island]]'' - Bagel the LUA Bar Patron, Heckler, Pegnose Pete, Pirate 6
* ''[[Fat Princess]]'' - Announcer
* ''[[Final Fantasy XII]]'' - Marquis Halim Ondore IV
* ''[[Cartoon Network Universe: FusionFall]]'' - Professor Utonium, Him, and Mr. Herriman
* ''[[Gabriel Knight 3: Blood of the Sacred, Blood of the Damned]]'' - Mallory, Jesus
* ''[[Grim Fandango]]'' - Raoul, 2nd Mayan Mechanic, Gate Keeper, Cat Track Announcer
* ''[[Ground Control: Dark Conspiracy]]'' - Cardinal Galen Yi, Units #13
* ''[[Interstate '76]]'' - Skeeter
* ''[[Interstate '76 Nitro Pack]]'' - Skeeter, Natty Dread
* ''[[Lego The Lord of the Rings (video game)|Lego The Lord of the Rings]]'' – Various different characters in Middle Earth
* ''[[Lego Star Wars III: The Clone Wars]]'' - Yoda
* ''[[Mercenaries]]'' - Additional Voices
* ''[[Marvel Super Hero Squad (video game)|Marvel Super Hero Squad]]'' - [[Magneto (comics)|Magneto]]
* ''[[Marvel: Ultimate Alliance]]'' - [[Grey Gargoyle]], [[Professor X]], [[Kurse]], [[Triton (comics)|Triton]]
* ''[[Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds]]'' - Magneto
* ''[[Pitfall 3-D: Beyond the Jungle]]'' - Arcam, Scourge
* ''[[PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale]]'' - Fat Princess's Story Announcer
* ''[[Playtoons]]'' (series) - Dr. Seuss Narrator, The Zax, The Grinch
* ''[[Powermove Pro Wrestling]]'' (Playstation One, Ring Announcer name Gorgon.)
* ''[[Resonance of Fate]]'' - Antourion
* ''[[RTX Red Rock]]'' - M.E.L., Panel Voice
* ''Rugrats Go Wild!'' - Darwin
* ''[[Shadow of Rome]]'' - Narrator, Additional Voices
* ''[[Soul Calibur IV]]'' - Yoda
* ''[[Spore (2008 video game)|Spore]]'' - Trailer narrator
* ''[[Star Trek: Elite Force II]]'' - Additional Voices
* ''[[Star Wars: Battlefront]]'' - Admiral Ackbar, Yoda
* ''[[Star Wars: Battlefront II]]'' - Imperial Officer 3, Yoda
* ''[[Star Wars: Bounty Hunter]]'' - Longo Two-Guns
* ''[[Star Wars: Demolition]]'' - Boba Fett, Bib Fortuna, General Otto, Lobot
* ''[[Star Wars: Droid Works]] - [[C-3PO]], F-TO, Rebel Sympathizer, and Narrator.
* ''[[Star Wars: Empire at War]]'' - C-3PO, Additional Voices
* ''[[Star Wars: Episode I: Jedi Power Battles]]'' - Yoda
* ''[[Star Wars: Episode I Racer]]'' - Elan Mak, Slide Paramita
* ''[[Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace (video game)|Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace]]'' - C-3PO, Barbo, Jym Lang, Prisoner, Thug Leader
* ''[[Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith (video game)|Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith]]'' - Yoda, Cin Drallig, Neimoidian Guard, Neimoidian Brute, Jedi Leader
* ''[[Star Wars: Force Commander]]'' - AT-AT Driver, ATC-Airfield, ATC-Star Destroyer, C-3PO
* ''[[Star Wars: The Force Unleashed]]'' - Captain Ozzik Sturn, Kento Marek, (credited as Jedi Knight), Lobot
* ''[[Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II]]'' - Yoda
* ''[[Star Wars: Galactic Battlegrounds]]'' - Boba Fett, C-3PO, Empire Missile Destroyer Captain, Vilmarh Grahrk, Yoda, Naboo Destroyer Captain
* ''[[Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2002 video game)|Star Wars: The Clone Wars]]'' - Yoda
* ''[[Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy]]'' - Boba Fett, Cultist 3, Stormtrooper 1, Rodian
* ''[[Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast]]'' - Reborn Jedi 2, Rodian 1, Shadow Trooper 1, Stormtrooper 3
* ''[[Star Wars: Jedi Starfighter]]'' - Captain Juno, Yoda
* ''[[Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic]]'' - Master Vandar Tokare, Uthar Wynn Additional Voices
* ''[[Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords|Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II - The Sith Lords]]'' - Master Kavar
* ''[[Star Wars: The Old Republic]]'' - M1-4X<ref>{{cite video game | date=2011-12-20 | developer =[[BioWare]] | publisher = [[Electronic Arts]], [[LucasArts]] | title = [[Star Wars: The Old Republic]] | scene=closing credits, 9:50 in, English Cast }}</ref>
* ''[[Star Wars: Racer Revenge]]'' - Dax Gazaway, Shrivel Braittrand
* ''[[Star Wars: Republic Commando]]'' - Yoda, Captain Talbot, Trandoshan Slaver #2
* ''[[Star Wars: Rogue Squadron#Rogue Squadron II: Rogue Leader|Star Wars: Rogue Squadron II: Rogue Leader]]'' - Crix Madine, Imperial Pilot 2, Transport Captain 3
* ''[[Star Wars: Rogue Squadron#Rogue Squadron III: Rebel Strike|Star Wars Rogue Squadron III: Rebel Strike]]'' - C-3PO, Crix Madine, Imperial Pilot 2, Imperial Recruiter, Yoda
* ''[[Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire]]'' - Leebo
* ''[[Star Wars: Starfighter]]'' - Mercenary Pilot, Wingman
* ''[[Star Wars: Super Bombad Racing]]'' - Battle Droid, Chancellor Valorum, Yoda
* ''[[Star Wars: X-Wing Alliance]]'' - Cmdr. Beckman, Golav Nakhym, Nien Nunb, Imperial Officer
* ''[[Star Wars: X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter]]'' -
* ''[[Storybook Weaver]]'' - Narrator
* ''[[Storybook Weaver|Storybook Weaver Deluxe]]'' - Narrator
* ''[[The Curse of Monkey Island]]'' - Captain Rottingham, The Flying Welshman
* ''[[The Dark Eye (video game)|The Dark Eye]]'' - Narrator
* ''[[The Hobbit (2003 video game)|The Hobbit]]'' - Narrator, Additional Voices
* ''[[The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (video game)|The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring]]'' - Gandalf
* ''[[The Powerpuff Girls: Chemical X-traction]]'' - Professor Utonium, Him
* ''The Powerpuff Girls: Mojo's Pet Project'' - Professor Utonium
* ''[[Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3]]'' - Magneto
* ''[[X-Men Legends]]'' - Chuck Simms, Additional Voices
* ''[[X-Men Legends II: Rise of Apocalypse]]'' - Additional Voices
* ''[[Aragorn's Quest]]'' - The Narrator
* ''[[Thor: God of Thunder]]'' - [[Odin (comics)|Odin]]

===Disney Parks===
* [[Disneyland]]/[[Disney's Hollywood Studios]]: [[Star Wars Weekends#Attractions|Jedi Training Academy]] - Yoda, [[C-3PO]]
* ''[[Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!|Raiders of the Lost Jedi Temple of Doom: A Fan Film of Epic Proportions]]'' - Yoda
* ''[[Star Tours: The Adventure Continues]]'' - [[Admiral Ackbar]]
* [[Star Wars Weekends]]: ''Star Wars'' Parade - 2011 Parade Announcer
* [[Walt Disney World Monorail System]] - 2012 Monorail Narration

==References==
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==External links==
*[http://www.tomkane.com/ Official Website]
*{{IMDb name|437454}}
*[https://www.facebook.com/Tom.Kane.VO.Guy Tom Kane's Official [[Facebook]] fan page]

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Arkham Asylum

2014-10-22T16:01:00Z

59.101.79.112: /* Staff in Batman: Arkham Asylum */

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The '''Elizabeth Arkham Asylum for the Criminally Insane''',<ref name="Serious">{{Cite comic |writer=Morrison, Grant |artist=McKean, Dave |letterer= Saladino, Gaspar |title=[[Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth]] |date=October 1989 |publisher=DC Comics}}</ref> commonly called '''Arkham Asylum''' or simply '''Arkham''', is a [[fictional]] [[psychiatric hospital]] in the [[DC Comics Universe|DC Universe]], usually appearing in stories featuring [[Batman]]. Many criminals who experience [[psychosis]] from across the DC Universe, mostly from [[List of Batman Family enemies|Batman's own rogues gallery]] (such as [[Joker (comics)|The Joker]], [[Poison Ivy (comics)|Poison Ivy]], [[Riddler|The Riddler]], [[Two-Face]], the [[Scarecrow (DC Comics)|Scarecrow]], [[Bane (comics)|Bane]], [[Killer Croc]] and [[Harley Quinn]]) have been patients within the Asylum and also escaped from it.

The Arkham Asylum is named after<ref name="Unauthorised"/><ref name="Dark Age"/> the Sanatorium in the fictional city of [[Arkham|Arkham, Massachusetts]], found in many of [[H.P. Lovecraft]]'s short horror and science fiction stories, the first being "[[The Unnamable]]" (1923).<ref name="The Best of H.P Lovecraft">{{cite book |title=The Best of H.P Lovecraft |first=H.P |last=Lovecraft |publisher=Carlton Books |year=2010 |page= 8 |isbn=978-1-85375-881-2}}</ref>

==History==
Arkham Asylum is located on the outskirts of [[Gotham City]] and is where those of Batman's foes considered to be mentally ill are patients (other foes are incarcerated at [[Blackgate Penitentiary]]). Although it has had numerous administrators, recent comic books have featured [[Jeremiah Arkham]]. Inspired by the works of [[H. P. Lovecraft]], and in particular his fictional city of [[Arkham|Arkham, Massachusetts]],<ref name="Unauthorised">{{cite book |title=Batman Unauthorized: Vigilantes, Jokers, and Heroes in Gotham City |first=Dennis |last=O'Neil |publisher=BenBella Books |year=2008 |page= 111 |isbn=1-933771-30-5}}</ref><ref name="Dark Age">{{cite book |title=The Dark Age: Grim, Great & Gimmicky Post-Modern Comics first1=Mark |last1=Voger |first2=Kathy |last2=Voglesong |page=5 |publisher=TwoMorrows Publishing |year=2006 |isbn=1-893905-53-5}}</ref> the asylum was created by [[Dennis O'Neil]] and [[Irv Novick]] and first appeared in ''Batman'' #258 (October 1974); much of its [[back-story]] was created by [[Len Wein]] during the 1980s.

Arkham Asylum does not have a good record, at least with regard to the high-profile cases—patients, such as the Joker, are frequently shown escaping at will—and those who are considered to no longer be mentally unwell and discharged tend to re-offend. Furthermore, several staff members, including its founder, Dr. [[Amadeus Arkham]], and director Dr. [[Jeremiah Arkham]], as well as staff members [[Harley Quinn|Dr. Harleen Quinzel]], [[Lock-Up (comics)|Lyle Bolton]] and, in some incarnations, Drs. [[Scarecrow (DC Comics)|Jonathan Crane]] and [[Hugo Strange]], have become mentally unwell, too.

In addition, prisoners with unusual medical conditions that prevent them from staying in a regular prison are housed in Arkham. For example, [[Mr. Freeze]] is not always depicted as mentally ill, but he requires a strongly refrigerated environment to stay alive; Arkham, with special conditions required for certain patients or inmates being a regularity rather than exception, is seen by authorities to be an ideal location under certain circumstances.

Gotham criminals deemed "criminally insane" or "mentally unfit" by the court of law generally are treated at Williams Medical Center before being deemed dangerous enough to be sent to Arkham Asylum.<ref name=Laugh>{{Cite comic | writer= [[Ed Brubaker|Brubaker, Ed]] |artist=[[Doug Mahnke|Mahnke, Doug]] |colorist=[[David Baron (comics)|Baron, David]] | letterer=Leigh, Rob |title=[[Batman: The Man Who Laughs]]| date=February 2005 | publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>

==Origins==
Just outside [[Gotham City]], Arkham Asylum has a long and brutal history, beginning when its own architect became mentally unwell and hacked his workers to death with an axe. He was convicted and sentenced to spend the rest of his life in the same asylum he had been building.<ref name=Laugh /> The one-shot graphic novel ''[[Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth]]'' establishes that the asylum was named after Elizabeth Arkham, the mother of founder [[Amadeus Arkham]]. The original name of the asylum was "Arkham Hospital". Its dark history began in the early 1900s when Arkham's mother, having suffered from [[mental illness]] most of her life, committed [[suicide]]. However, it was later revealed that her son had actually [[euthanasia|euthanized]] her, and repressed the memory. Amadeus then decided, as the sole heir to the Arkham estate, to remodel his family home in order to properly treat the mentally ill, so others might not suffer the fate as his mother. Prior to the period of the hospital's remodeling, Amadeus Arkham treated patients at the State Psychiatric Hospital in [[Metropolis (comics)|Metropolis]], where he, his wife Constance, and his daughter Harriet, had been living for quite some time. Upon telling his family of his plans, they moved back to his family home to oversee the remodeling. While there, Amadeus Arkham received a call from the police notifying him that [[Mad Dog (DC Comics)#Martin .22Mad Dog.22 Hawkins|Martin "Mad Dog" Hawkins]], a [[serial killer]], referred to Amadeus Arkham by Metropolis Penitentiary while at State Psychiatric Hospital, had escaped from prison, and sought his considered opinion on the murderer's state of mind. Shortly afterward, Amadeus Arkham returned to his home to find his front door wide open. Inside, he discovered the corpses of his wife and daughter in an upstairs room, with Mad Dog's alias carved on Harriet's body. Despite this family tragedy, the Elizabeth Arkham Asylum for the Criminally Insane officially opened that November. With his sanity in tatters, Dr. Arkham designed a floor plan that evoked [[occult]] runes, he believed that the pattern would drive away the mysterious bat that haunted his dreams.<ref>''Batman The World of the Dark Knight''</ref> One of its first patients was Mad Dog, whom Amadeus Arkham insisted on treating personally. After treating Mad Dog for six months, Amadeus Arkham strapped him to an [[Electroconvulsive therapy|electroshock]] couch then deliberately and purposefully [[electric shock|electrocuted]] him. The staff treated the death as an accident, but it contributed to Amadeus Arkham's gradual descent into mental illness, which he began to believe was his birthright. Eventually, Amadeus Arkham was a patient in his own asylum, where he died.<ref name="Serious"/>

==Publication history==
Arkham Asylum first appeared in October 1974 in ''Batman'' #258, written by [[Dennis O'Neil]] and drawn by [[Irv Novick]]. In this story, it is named as "Arkham Hospital", although it is not clear what kind of hospital it is. "Arkham Asylum" first appeared in another O'Neil story the following year, but it was not until 1979 that "Arkham Asylum" completely replaced "Arkham Hospital", and the occasional "Arkham Sanitarium", as the institution's name. Also in 1979, the move to have the asylum closer to Gotham had begun; that was completed in 1980, when ''Batman'' #326 by [[Len Wein]] described the asylum's location "deep in the [[suburb]]s of Gotham City". It is perhaps for this reason that ''Batman'' #326 is listed in some histories as the first appearance of Arkham Asylum. It was also Wein who, in 1985's ''Who's Who'' #1, created its current backstory.

Arkham Asylum has been demolished or destroyed several times in its history, notably during the events of ''Batman: The Last Arkham'' (see below). It is also seriously damaged at the beginning of the ''[[Knightfall]]'' storyline, when [[Bane (comics)|Bane]] uses stolen munitions to blow up the facility and release all the patients. After these events, the asylum is relocated to a large mansion known as "Mercey Mansion". It was also blown up by [[Black Mask (comics)|Black Mask]] during the ''[[Battle for the Cowl]]'' story arc.<ref name="Cowl1">{{Cite comic |writer=Daniel, Tony S |penciller=Daniel, Tony S |inker=Florea, Sandu |colorist=Hannin, Ian |letterer= Fletcher, Jared K |title=Batman: Battle for the Cowl |story=A Hostile Takeover |issue=1 |date=May 2009 |publisher=DC Comics}}</ref> At the beginning of the ''[[No Man's Land (comics)|No Man's Land]]'' storyline, the asylum is closed down and all its patients discharged. In this instance, a timer was used to open the doors two minutes before the city is sealed. This is orchestrated by the administrator himself, who had the choice of discharging the patients or watching them all starve or kill each other. In the middle of the story, it is revealed that Batman has established a hidden base within the sub-basement of the asylum during the ''Prodigal'' storyline known as "Northwest [[Batcave]]."<ref name="NMLSFO">{{Cite comic |writer=Kwitney, Alissa |penciller=Zulli, Michael |inker=Locke, Vince |colorist=Giddings, Noelle |letterer= Schubert, Willie |title=Batman: No Man's Land Secret Files and Origins |story=Batcaves |issue=1 |date=December 1999 |publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>

In the ''Battle for the Cowl'' one-shot, Dr. Arkham wanders among the remains of the asylum as he muses on his life. He reveals that he has discovered blueprints created by his ancestor, the first Dr. Arkham, for a new Arkham Asylum. He also contemplates the fates of his own nonviolent, "special" patients: an artist with almost no facial features who must paint facial expressions onto his almost blank face to express himself; a man obsessed with his own reflection in a series of mirrors in his room; and a woman supposedly so ugly, one glance at her face would cause anyone to become mentally ill. Upon discovering his "special" patients (unharmed from the destruction thanks to their secluded cells), Arkham resolves to rebuild the facility according to his ancestor's vision, but to serve as a literal asylum for mentally ill patients in order to shelter them from the outside world. However, when told to be happy with the new development, the artist secretly paints his face white with a hideous grin, reminiscent of [[Joker (comics)|the Joker]]; it is implied that the "special" inmates, as well as Arkham himself, have given in to mental illness.

In the ''Arkham Reborn'' mini-series, Arkham Asylum is rebuilt and financed by Dr. Arkham.<ref name="Reborn">{{Cite comic |writer=Hine, David |artist=Haun, Jeremy |colorist=Kalisz, John |letterer=Cipriano, Sal |title=Arkham Reborn |issue=1–3 |date=October–December 2009 |publisher=DC Comics}}</ref> But in ''Batman'' #697, Dr. Arkham is revealed to be the new Black Mask and is a patient in his own asylum. It was also revealed during ''Arkham Reborn,'' that as both Dr. Arkham and Black Mask, he had begun to manipulate patients, a plotline that culminated in ''Detective Comics'' with Alyce Sinner becoming the new head of the facility, but secretly working with Arkham/Black Mask. It was also revealed that the "special" patients were figments of Arkham's imagination.

==Staff==
===Comics===
* '''[[Amadeus Arkham|Dr. Amadeus Arkham]]''' - The founder of the asylum, Amadeus named the institution after his deceased mother Elizabeth.<ref name="Serious"/>

* '''[[Jeremiah Arkham|Dr. Jeremiah Arkham]]''' - The nephew of Amadeus Arkham. Jeremiah was the head of the asylum in current continuity until recently, in which he too became mentally unwell and became the second Black Mask.

* '''[[Prison guard|Corrections Officer]] Aaron Cash''' - One of Arkham's most respected security guards. His hand was bitten off by Killer Croc,<ref name="Hell4">{{cite comic |writer=Slott, Dan |penciller=Sook, Ryan |inker=Von Grawbadger, Wade |colorist=Loughridge, Lee |letterer=Heisler, Michael |title=Arkham Asylum: Living Hell |volume=1 |issue=4 |story=Tic Toc |date=October 2003 |publisher=DC Comics}}</ref> and he sports a prosthetic hook in its place. Unlike many of his colleagues, Cash is neither mentally unwell nor corrupt, and is a trusted ally of Batman.<ref name="BAAgame"/> In the ''[[Batman: Arkham]]'' games, he is voiced by [[Duane R. Shepard Sr.]].

* '''Dr. Joan Leland''' - Once a colleague of Harleen Quinzel, Dr. Leeland soon became her therapist, along with treating other known patients such as Jonathan Crane (Scarecrow) and Harvey Dent (Two-Face).

* '''Dr. Alyce Sinner''' - Chosen by Jeremiah Arkham as his second in command, and briefly committed under Arkham's orders. Sinner became head of the asylum after Arkham was revealed as Black Mask. She is secretly a member of [[Intergang]]'s Church of Crime, working with Black Mask. She has shoulder length brown hair wrapped in red ribbons with sins written on the inside.

* '''[[Harley Quinn|Dr. Harleen Quinzel]]''' - A former psychiatric intern, Quinzel was seduced by the Joker and adopted the supervillain name "Harley Quinn".<ref name="Mad Love">{{cite comic |writer=Dini, Paul |penciller=Timm, Bruce; Murakami, Glen |inker=Timm, Bruce |colorist=Timm, Bruce; Taylor, Rick |letterer=Harkins, Tim |title=Batman Adventures: Mad Love |date=February 1994 |publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>

===Staff in ''Batman: Arkham Asylum''===
The following are staff members of Arkham Asylum in the video game ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]'':

* '''[[Quincy Sharp]]''' - Unlike traditional administrators, Sharp styles himself a titled [[prison warden|warden]] of Arkham Asylum in the video game ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]'' and does not seem genuinely interested in psychiatric treatment. His standoffish and old-fashioned manner have won the old man nothing but contempt from many doctors, although his regime was applauded publicly for introducing stringent new security at the institution. Sharp manages Arkham for three years before the game's storyline, but is completely focused on his own political aspirations, only dictating the treatment of high-profile patients to drum up support for a mayoral campaign. He has mental health problems himself, suffering from [[dissociative identity disorder]], which manifests itself in Quincy's belief that he is in fact a reincarnation of Amadeus Arkham. The former finally succeeds in becoming Gotham's latest and most controversial leader in ''[[Batman: Arkham City]]'', where it is revealed that he had been manipulated by Dr. Hugo Strange using a chemical derived from the Mad Hatter's mind control research. He is voiced by [[Tom Kane]].

* '''Bill''' - A member of Arkham Asylum's security force. He is voiced by [[Danny Jacobs (actor)|Danny Jacobs]].

* '''Carl Todd''' - A [[janitor]] that works at Arkham Asylum. He is voiced by [[Fred Tatasciore]].

* '''Frank Boles''' - A chief member of Arkham's security force. Boles is arrogant, ill-tempered, and an [[alcoholic]]. He is openly accepting bribes from the patients and has been reprimanded twice for intoxication on duty. Although more than willing to murder his own colleagues given the proper incentive, Boles also craves their admiration, hoping to depict himself as the most respected employee at the institution. Boles is voiced by [[Danny Jacobs (voice actor)|Danny Jacobs]].

* '''Gretchen Whistler''' - A medical staff member of Arkham Asylum and a good friend of Sarah Cassidy. She displays much commitment to restoring the sanity to the inmates of Arkham and is seemingly not intimidated by the fearsome Killer Croc, despite his best efforts to scare her. She seems to be one of the most dedicated doctors at the asylum understanding firmly just how dangerous and damaged the inmates within the asylum are, but also heavily dedicated to curing them. She is voiced by [[Adrienne Barbeau]].

* '''Henry Smith''' - A member of Arkham Asylum's security force. He is voiced by [[Chris Gardner (actor)|Chris Gardner]].

* '''Jordan Fraser''' - A [[janitor]] at Arkham Asylum. He is voiced by [[Steven Blum]].

* '''Kevin Liew''' - An [[orderly]] at Arkham Asylum.

* '''Louie Green''' - A member of Arkham Asylum's security force. Batman rescued Louie Green and another security guard from being hanged over electrified water before the room can be filled with toxic gas. He is voiced by [[Tom Kane]].

* '''Maria Andrade''' - A young member of Arkham Asylum's security force.

* '''Mike''' - An [[orderly]] at Arkham Asylum.

* '''Mike''' - A member of Arkham Asylum's security force. Batman rescued Mike from Victor Zsasz. He is voiced by [[Steven Blum]].

* '''Penelope Young''' - The director of Arkham Asylum's research department. Penelope Young has been tasked with rehabilitating particularly challenging patients. She has been corrupted over time by her fixation with research and experimentation, unwittingly allowing herself to be manipulated into conducting unethical experiments with [[Venom (DC Comics)|venom]] for the Joker. She was on route with Batman to the Warden's office, but a trap The Joker set killed her. She is voiced by [[Cree Summer]].

* '''Robert Stirling''' - An [[orderly]] at Arkham Asylum who was held hostage in the aviary. Robert Stirling was later found dead by Batman. He is voiced by [[Danny Jacobs (actor)|Danny Jacobs]].

* '''Sarah Cassidy''' - A [[psychiatrist]] who works at Arkham Asylum and a good friend of Gretchen Whistler. Sarah Cassidy was once abducted by Victor Zsasz and was saved by Batman. She is voiced by [[Kimberly Brooks]].

* '''Thomas Armbuster''' - A young member of Arkham Asylum's security force. Thomas Armbuster was killed when Joker threw him into the electrified water.

* '''William North''' - A member of Arkham Asylum's security force and one of the few incorruptible. Despite a hardened exterior, North seems to genuinely care for the welfare of his charges and secretly hopes to make a difference. Upon Poison Ivy's escape from custody, she seduces and brainwashes a number of asylum security personnel, including North, to become her reluctant bodyguards. He is voiced by [[Roger Rose]].

* '''Zach Franklin''' - A member of Arkham Asylum's security force. He is voiced by [[Chris Gardner (actor)|Chris Gardner]].

==Patients==
[[Image:BATMAN SHADOW OF THE BAT 82.jpg|190px|thumb|Some of Arkham's inmates. Cover to ''[[Batman: Shadow of the Bat]]'' #82 (1999). Art by [[Glen Orbik]].]]
Originally, Arkham Asylum is used only to house genuinely mentally unwell patients having no connection to Batman, but over the course of the 1980s, a trend was established of having the majority of Batman's [[supervillain]] opponents end up at Arkham. Nearly all of Batman's enemies have spent some time in Arkham.

Arkham Asylum also features in other DC Universe publications. In [[Alan Moore]]'s ''[[Swamp Thing]]'', The [[Floronic Man]] is detained there, and in ''[[The Sandman (DC Comics/Vertigo)|The Sandman]]'' by [[Neil Gaiman]], [[Doctor Destiny]] escapes the asylum to wreak havoc on both the real and dream worlds. It has also been featured in varying capacities in a number of high-profile DC miniseries events, such as ''[[Identity Crisis (DC Comics)|Identity Crisis]], [[Day of Vengeance]]'', ''[[Countdown (DC Comics)|Countdown]]'', and ''[[Crisis on Infinite Earths]]'' among others.

==List of notable patients==
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* [[Alberto Falcone]]<ref name="Halloween">{{Cite comic | writer = Loeb, Jeph | artist = Sale, Tim | editor = Kim, Chuck; Goodwin, Archie | letterer = Starkings, Richard | title = Batman: The Long Halloween |volume= 1 | date = December 1996–December 1997 | publisher = DC Comics }}</ref>
* [[Amadeus Arkham]]<ref name="Serious"/>
* [[Bane (comics)|Bane]]<ref name="BAAgame">{{cite video game |title=[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]] |developer=[[Rocksteady Studios]] |publisher=[[Eidos Interactive]], [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]], [[DC Entertainment]] |date=August 25, 2009 |platform=[[Microsoft Windows]], [[PlayStation 3]], [[Xbox 360]] }}</ref>
* [[Batman]] (in ''[[Batman: Arkham City]]'')
* [[Black Mask (comics)|Black Mask]]
* [[Blockbuster (DC Comics)|Blockbuster]]<ref name="bc21">{{Cite comic | writer = Nicieza, Fabian | artist = Maguire, Kevin | editor = Carlin, Mike; Palmer Jr, Tom | letterer = Cipriano, Sal | title = Batman Confidential | story= The Cat and the Bat |issue = 21 | date = November 2008 | publisher = DC Comics }}</ref>
* [[Calendar Man]]<ref name="BAAgame"/><ref name="Halloween"/>
* [[Clayface]] (Basil Karlo,<ref name="BAAgame"/> Matt Hagen, Preston Payne<ref name="Serious"/> & Sondra Fuller)
* [[Crazy Quilt]]
* [[Deadshot]] (shipped from Blackgate)<ref>{{Cite comic | writer = Ostrander, John; Yale, Kim | penciller = Snyder. John K | inker = Isherwood, Geof | colourist = Gafford, Carl | letterer = Klein, Todd | editor = Raspler, Dan | story = Armagetto | title = Suicide Squad | volume = 1 | issue = 34 | date = October 1989 | publisher = DC Comics }}</ref>
* [[Doctor Phosphorus]]
* [[Great White Shark (comics)|The Great White Shark]]<ref name="Hell4"/>
* [[Harley Quinn]]<ref name="BAAgame"/>
* [[Hugo Strange]]
* [[Jeremiah Arkham]]
* [[Joker (comics)|The Joker]]<ref name="Serious"/><ref name="BAAgame"/>
* [[Killer Croc]]<ref name="Serious"/><ref name="BAAgame"/>
* [[Killer Moth]]
* [[Lock-Up (comics)|Lock-Up]]
* [[Mad Hatter (comics)|The Mad Hatter]]<ref name="Serious"/>
* [[Magpie (comics)|Magpie]]<ref name="Hell4"/>
* [[Maxie Zeus]]<ref name="Serious"/>
* [[Mr. Freeze]]<ref name="BAAgame"/>
* [[Music Meister]]
* [[Victor Zsasz]]<ref name="BAAgame"/>
* [[Poison Ivy (comics)|Poison Ivy]]<ref name="BAAgame"/>
* [[Professor Milo]]<ref name="Serious"/>
* [[Professor Pyg|Professor Pyg (Lazlo Valentin)]]<ref>{{Cite comic | writer = [[Grant Morrison|Morrison, Grant]] | artist= Quitely, Frank | colourist = Sinclair, Alex | letterer = Brosseau, Pat | editor = Marts, Mike | story = Mommy Made of Nails | title = Batman and Robin | issue = 3 | date = October 2009 | publisher = DC Comics }}''Batman and Robin'' #3</ref>
* [[Prometheus (comics)|Prometheus]]
* [[Ra's al Ghul]] (committed as "Terry Gene Kase")<ref>{{Cite comic | writer = Dini, Paul | artist= Nguyen, Dustin | coinkers = Fridolfs, Derek | colourist = Kalisz, John | letterer = Gentile, Randy | editor = Marts, Mike | story = The Resurrection of Ra's al Ghul: Epilogue | title = Detective Comics | issue = 840 | date = March 2008 | publisher = DC Comics }}</ref>
* [[Riddler|The Riddler]]
* [[Scarecrow (DC Comics)|The Scarecrow]]<ref name="Serious"/><ref name="BAAgame"/>
* [[Signalman (comics)|Signalman]]<ref name="bc21"/>
* [[Tally Man]] II<ref>{{Cite comic | writer = Robinson, James | penciller= Kramer, Don | inker = Faucer, Wayne | colourist = Kalisz, John | letterer = Lanham, Travis | editor = Thomasi, Peter | story = Face the Face | title = Batman | issue = 654 | date = August 2006 | publisher = DC Comics }}</ref>
* [[Two-Face]]<ref name="Serious"/>
* Vanity (Vera Klopis)<ref name="bldk205">{{Cite comic | writer = Gray, Justin | artist= Cummings, Steven | colourist = Sinclair, James | letterer = Lanham, Travis | editor = Cavalieri, joey; Wright, Michael | story = The Madmen of Gotham | title = Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight | volume =1 | issue = 205 | date = July 2006 | publisher = DC Comics }}</ref>
* [[Ventriloquist (comics)|The Ventriloquist]]
}}

===Others===
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* [[Adam Strange]] (only in the ''DC: New Frontier'' version of Earth)<ref>{{Cite comic | cartoonist=Cooke, Darwin | colorist=Stewart, Dave | letterer=Fletcher, Jared K | editor= Chiarello, Mark; d'Orazio, Valerie | title=[[DC: The New Frontier]] | volume=1 | date=March–November 2004 | publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Ambush Bug]]<ref>{{Cite comic | writer=Kupperberg, Paul | penciller=Saviuk, Alex | inker=Hunt, Dave | colorist=D'Angelo, Gene | letterer=Oda, Ben | editor=Schwartz, Julius |story = Meet John Doe! |title=Action Comics |volume=1 |issue=560 |date=October 1984 | publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Amygdala (comics)|Amygdala]]<ref name="sb3">{{Cite comic | writer= Grant, Alan |artist=Greyfogle, Norm |colorist=Roy, Adrienne | letterer=Klein, Todd |title=Batman: Shadow of the Bat |story=The Last Arkham, Part III |volume1 |issue=3 | date=August 1992 | publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Brainwave (comics)|Brainwave]]<ref>{{Cite comic | writer= Goyer, David S; Johns, Geoff |penciller=Saltares, Javier |inker=Kryssing, Ray |colorist=Kalisz, John | letterer=Lopez, Ken | editor= Thomasi, Peter | title=JSA: Secret Files |issue=2 | volume=1 | date=September 2001 | publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Cheetah (comics)|Cheetah]] (Barbara Minerva)<ref>{{Cite comic | writer= Pérez, George |penciller=Marrinan, Chris |inker=Montano, Steve |colorist=Gafford, Carl | letterer=Mas, Augustin | editor= Young, Art; Berger, Karen | title=Wonder Woman |Story=Journey's End |issue=35 | volume=2 | date=October 1989 | publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Condiment King]]<ref>{{Cite comic | writer= Dixon, Chuck |penciller=Noto, Phil; Martin, Marcos |inker=Noto, Phil; Lopez, Alvaro |colorist=Wildstorm FX | letterer=De Guzman, Albert | editor= Idelson, Matt | title=Birds of Prey |story=Red, Black and Blue |issue=37 | date=January 2002 | publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Doctor Destiny|Dr. Destiny]]<ref name="Serious"/><ref>{{Cite comic | writer= Conway, Gerry |penciller=Dillin, Dick |inker=McLaughlin, Frank |colorist=Serpe, Jerry | letterer=Oda, Ben |title=Justice League of America |story=But Can an Android Dream? |issue=175 | date=February 1980 | publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Doug Moench]] & [[Norm Breyfogle]]{{#tag:ref|Moench and Breyfogle were the writer and artist, respectively, of ''Batman'' #492, which started the ''[[Knightfall]]'' storyline; they can be seen on a list of escaped Arkham inmates on the [[Batcave]] computer.<ref name="B492">{{Cite comic | writer = [[Doug Moench|Moench, Doug]] | artist = [[Norm Breyfogle|Breyfogle, Norm]] | colorist = Roy, Adrienne | story = Crossed Eyes and Dotty Teas | title = Batman | issue = 492 | date = May 1993 | publisher = DC Comics }}</ref>|group="nb"}}
* [[Dummy (DC Comics)|The Dummy]]<ref>{{Cite comic | writer= Kunkel, Bill |artist=Morrow, Gray |colorist=Serpe, Jerry | letterer=Oda, Ben |title=The World's Finest |story=Deathmaze |issue=247 | date=November 1977 | publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* Egghead<ref name="sb4">{{Cite comic | writer= Grant, Alan |artist=Greyfogle, Norm |colorist=Roy, Adrienne | letterer=Klein, Todd |title=Batman: Shadow of the Bat |story=The Last Arkham, Part IV |volume1 |issue=4 | date=September 1992 | publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Floronic Man]]<ref>{{Cite comic | writer= [[Alan Moore|Moore, Alan]] |penciller=Veitch, Rick |inker=Alcada, Alfredo |colorist=Wood, Tatjana | letterer=Costanza, John |title=Swamp Thing |story=Natural Consequences |volume=2 |issue=52 | date=September 1986 | publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Humpty Dumpty (comics)|Humpty Dumpty]]<ref name="Hell4"/>
* [[Jean Loring]]<ref>{{Cite comic | writer= Meltzer, Brad |penciller=Morales, Rags |inker=Bair, Michael |colorist=Sinclair, Alex | letterer=Lopez, Ken |title=Identity Crisis |story=Chapter Seven: The Hero's Life |issue=7 | date=February 2005 | publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Key (comics)|The Key]]<ref>{{Cite comic | writer= Harras, Bob |penciller=Derenick, Bob |inker=Green, Dan |colorist=Baron, David | letterer=Fletcher, Jared K |title=JLA |story=Requiem for a League |issue=120 | date=December 2005 | publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Kobra (comics)|Kobra]]<ref>{{Cite comic | writer= Ostrander, John |penciller=Snyder, John K |inker=Isherwood, Geof |colorist=Gafford, Carl | letterer=Klein, Todd |title=Suicide Squad |story=Into the Angry Planet |issue=33 | date=September 1989 | publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Dick Grayson|Nightwing]] (committed as "Pierrot Lunaire")<ref>{{Cite comic |writer=Morrison, Grant |penciller=Daniel, Tony |inker= Florea, Sandu |colorist= Major, Guy |letterer= Gentile, Randy |editor=Marts, Mike |title=Batman |story=Batman R.P: Zur En Arrh |issue=678 |date= August 2008 |publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Professor Ivo]]<ref>{{Cite comic |writer=[[Cary Burkett|Burkett, Cary]] |penciller=Bender, Howard |inker= Giordana, Dick |colorist=Tollin, Anthony |letterer= Costanza, John |title=Justice League of America |story=The Price of Humanity? |issue=218 |date=September 1983 |publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Psycho-Pirate]]<ref>{{Cite comic |writer=Wolfman, Marv |penciller=Pérez, George |inker=Ordway, Jerry |colorist=Tollin, Anthony |letterer= Costanza, John |title=[[Crisis on Infinite Earths]] |issue=5 |date=August 1985 |publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Resurrection Man (comics)|Resurrection Man]]<ref>''Resurrection Man'' Vol. 2 #6</ref>
* [[Toyman]]<ref>{{Cite comic |writer=Johns, Geoff |artist=Merino, Jesus |colorist=Hi-Fi Design |letterer=Leigh, Rob |title=Action Comics |story=The Terrible Toyman |issue=865 |date=July 2008 |publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Vox (comics)|Vox]]<ref name="baatm1">{{Cite comic |writer=Grant, Alan |penciller=Taylor, Dave |inker=Sienkiewicz, Bill |colorist=Hansen, Bjarne |letterer= Oakley, Bill |title=Batman: Arkham Asylum - Tales of Madness |story=Democratic Conventions |issue=1 |date=May 1998 |publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
* [[Zatanna]]<ref>{{Cite comic |writer=Diaz, Ruben; Smith, Sean |penciller=Saiz, Jesus |inker=Champagne, Keith |colorist=Wright, Gregory |letterer= Oakley, Bill |editor=Raspler, Dan |title=JLA: Black Baptism |story=Trials in Darkness |issue=2 |date=June 2001 |publisher=DC Comics}}</ref>
}}

==Graphic novels featuring Arkham Asylum==
===''Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth''===
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''Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth'' is a [[graphic novel]] written by [[Grant Morrison]] and painted by [[Dave McKean]]. It was published by [[DC Comics|DC]] in 1989. It made reference to the treatment of several of the patients, such as the attempt to wean Two-Face away from dependence on his coin for decision making, first with a die, and then a deck of cards. It once again portrays the asylum as having been taken over by its patients.

''A Serious House on Serious Earth'' has been critically acclaimed, having been called "one of the finest superhero books to ever grace a bookshelf."<ref>{{cite web |url=http://comics.ign.com/articles/626/626657p1.html |title=Batman: Arkham Asylum Review |author= Hilary Goldstein |work= IGN |date=17 June 2005 |accessdate=11 June 2011| archiveurl= http://web.archive.org/web/20110615071659/http://comics.ign.com/articles/626/626657p1.html| archivedate= 15 June 2011 | deadurl= no}}</ref> IGN ranked it as number four in a list of the 25 greatest Batman graphic novels, behind ''[[Batman: The Killing Joke|The Killing Joke]]'', ''[[Batman: The Dark Knight Returns|The Dark Knight Returns]]'', and ''[[Batman: Year One|Year One]]'',<ref name="Top25">{{cite web |url=http://comics.ign.com/articles/624/624619p1.html |title= The 25 Greatest Batman Graphic Novels |author= Hilary Goldstein |work=IGN |date=13 June 2005 |accessdate=11 June 2011| archiveurl= http://web.archive.org/web/20110615070336/http://comics.ign.com/articles/624/624619p1.html| archivedate= 15 June 2011 | deadurl= no}}</ref> whilst Forbidden Planet named it number eight in their "50 Best of the Best Graphic Novels" list.<ref name="FPlanet">{{cite web| url=http://forbiddenplanet.com/picks/50-best-graphic-novels/ |title=50 Best Of The Best Graphic Novels |publisher=[[Forbidden Planet (bookstore)|Forbidden Planet]] |accessdate=11 June 2011| archiveurl= http://web.archive.org/web/20110609212056/http://forbiddenplanet.com/picks/50-best-graphic-novels/| archivedate= 9 June 2011 | deadurl= no}}</ref>

===''Batman: The Last Arkham''===
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''Batman: The Last Arkham'' was written by [[Alan Grant (writer)|Alan Grant]]; pencils by [[Norm Breyfogle]], originally a four-issue storyline that kicked off the ''[[Shadow of the Bat]]'' series. In it, the old Arkham Asylum is destroyed, to be replaced by a new and more modern facility. The story introduces Jeremiah Arkham, the asylum's director, and nephew of Amadeus Arkham. In an attempt to discover how criminals, specifically Zsasz, keep escaping, Batman has himself committed to the asylum. Jeremiah uses various methods, such as unleashing many patients on Batman at once, in an attempt to gain psychological insight on the vigilante.

This story makes a few passing references to the events of ''A Serious House on Serious Earth'', such as Amadeus Arkham taping over the mirror, and his journal is shown early in the story. Jeremiah also mentions his relative's descent into mental illness.

An episode of ''[[Batman: The Animated Series]]'' titled "Dreams in Darkness", also about Batman in Arkham, portrays a similar theme, with the [[Scarecrow (DC Comics)|Scarecrow]] as the chief villain, also replacing Jeremiah Arkham with a more nondescript administrator, who is portrayed as naïve rather than sinister.

===''Arkham Asylum: Living Hell''===
''Living Hell'' was written by [[Dan Slott]], penciled by [[Ryan Sook]] with inks by Sook, [[Wade Von Grawbadger]] and [[Jim Royal]]. The series was edited by [[Valerie D'Orazio]]. [[Eric Powell (comic writer)|Eric Powell]] created the painted cover art which appeared on both the original series and graphic novel compilation.

This six-issue [[miniseries]] and the subsequent trade paperback provided an intricate and multi-layered look at Arkham Asylum from several points of view: director [[Jeremiah Arkham|Dr. Jeremiah Arkham]]; psychiatrist Dr. Anne Carver; the guards, chiefly one Aaron Cash; and the patients. There is a particular focus on previously unknown residents: [[Jane Doe (comics)|Jane Doe]], a [[wikt:Cypher|cypher]] who assumes the identities of those she kills; Junkyard Dog, a man obsessed with trash; Doodlebug, an artist who uses blood in his paintings; the hulking bruiser Lunkhead; Death Rattle, a [[cult]] leader who speaks to the dead; and [[Humpty Dumpty (comics)|Humpty Dumpty]], an [[obese]] [[idiot savant]] obsessed with taking apart and repairing various objects. The driving force is the recent admission of a ruthless investor, [[Great White (comics)|Warren "The Great White Shark" White]], as well as the [[demon]]ic element suggested by the title. White, facing charges of massive [[fraud]], [[insanity plea|pleads insanity]] and has himself admitted to Arkham. He soon realizes the horrors of the place and tries to survive. Ultimately, he is locked in Mr. Freeze's cell and suffers facial wounds, coming to resemble his nickname. The demonic threat is nullified after the sacrifice of several patients.

===''Black Orchid''===
''[[Black Orchid]]'', written by [[Neil Gaiman]] and illustrated by [[Dave McKean]], also featured Arkham Asylum. The award-winning graphic novel introduced an updated version of the crimefighter [[Black Orchid]], who dies, is reborn and starts a quest to find her identity. During this she encounters Batman, who directs her to Arkham Asylum, where she meets [[Mad Hatter (comics)|The Mad Hatter]], [[Poison Ivy (comics)|Poison Ivy]], Two-Face and the Joker. Arkham is viewed as a desperate place where patients dwell in terror, much in the same fashion as in ''A Serious House on Serious Earth'', which was also illustrated by McKean.

===''Arkham Reborn''===
''Arkham Reborn'' is a three-part mini-series written by David Hine and illustrated by Jeremy Haun. It tells the story of the rebuilding of the Asylum after having been destroyed by [[Black Mask (comics)|Black Mask]] during the events of "Battle for the Cowl".

In ''Batman'' #697, it is revealed that Dr. Jeremiah Arkham is the new Black Mask. More is revealed about Dr. Jeremiah Arkham in ''Detective Comics'' #864 and #865.

===''Batman: The Man Who Laughs''===
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''The Man Who Laughs'' is a [[One-shot (comics)|one-shot]] [[prestige format]] [[comic book]] written by [[Ed Brubaker]] and illustrated by [[Doug Mahnke]] and [[Patrick Zircher]], released in February 2005. The comic reveals some of the asylum's dark history. As a reporter reports on the asylum's renovation, the Joker poisons her and the crew, stealing the news van to broadcast whenever he wants. He later releases criminally insane patients at Williams Medical Center, who, in a short number of weeks, would have been transferred to Arkham Asylum. In the end, Joker is defeated and he himself locked behind bars, in a [[straitjacket]] at Arkham.

{{anchor|Made of Wood}}
The graphic novel was reprinted with ''[[Detective Comics]]'' #784-786–a storyline entitled "Made of Wood," also written by Brubaker with art by Zircher. In the storyline, [[Batman]] and [[Alan Scott|Green Lantern]] track the "Made of Wood" serial killer, whose killing spree was cut short when he was admitted to Arkham Asylum. Ex-Commissioner [[James Gordon (comics)|James Gordon]] is also pursuing the killer, and he narrows the search down to the two men admitted to Arkham in December 1948, the only living one hardly able to walk and ignorant of the killings. Gordon reaches the grandson of the other, who has taken up the "Made of Wood" killer's mantle.

==Other versions==
===The Dark Knight Returns===
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''The Dark Knight Returns'', written by [[Frank Miller (comics)|Frank Miller]], takes place about 10 years after Batman "retires." It depicts an "Arkham Home for the Emotionally Troubled", presumably a renaming of the asylum which occurs as a result of changing attitudes towards mental ill health. The Joker is housed there, [[catatonia|catatonic]] since Batman's disappearance, but awakens when the vigilante resumes action. Under the employ of the home is Bartholemew Wolper, a condescending [[psychology|psychologist]] who treats the Joker humanely, even going so far to arrange for him to appear on a late night talk show, while arguing that Batman himself is responsible for the crimes his enemies commit by encouraging their existence; Wolper is killed when the Joker uses his lethal gas on the talk show audience.

In the sequel ''[[The Dark Knight Strikes Again]]'', it is revealed that the patients have taken over and have resorted to [[cannibalism]]. [[Plastic Man]] is one of the more notable patients in this version of Arkham Asylum.

===JLA: The Nail===
In ''[[JLA: The Nail]]'', the Joker- using Kryptonian gauntlets provided by a genetically augmented [[Jimmy Olsen]]- breaks into the Asylum, erecting a forcefield around it that prevents anyone but Batman, Batgirl and Robin from entering, while forcing the rest of the patients to fight each other for a chance to live as his slave when only one is left standing. Catwoman wins the resulting conflict shortly before Batman breaks into the asylum, but the Joker's gauntlets allow him to capture Batman, forcing him to watch as the Joker brutally tears Batgirl and Robin apart in front of him. Although Catwoman manages to distract the Joker long enough for Batman to escape and damage his gauntlets, the grief-maddened Batman subsequently beats the Joker to death on the asylum roof before the entire building collapses, apparently killing most of the current patients (Although he and Catwoman manage to escape).

===Batman: Crimson Mist===
In ''Batman: Crimson Mist'', the third part of the trilogy that began with ''[[Batman & Dracula: Red Rain]]'', the now-vampiric Batman, corrupted by his thirst for blood, breaks into the asylum and murders all the homicidal patients- including [[Amygdala (comics)|Amygdala]], [[Victor Zsasz]] and the [[Mad Hatter (comics)|Mad Hatter]]- drinking their blood and chopping off their heads to prevent them coming back as vampires (It is unclear if he did this while reveling in his new power or to try and provoke his old allies into destroying what he had become).

==In other media==
As an integral part of the Batman franchise, Arkham Asylum has been featured in other media besides the print comics, including the following:

[[Image:Image-Arkham 10.PNG|240px|thumb|right|The alternate Arkham Asylum as it appeared on the ''[[Justice League (TV series)|Justice League]]'' episode ''A Better World, Part 2''.]]
[[Image:Arkham Asylum TB.jpg|240px|thumb|Arkham Asylum as it appeared on ''[[The Batman (TV series)|The Batman]]'' TV series.]]

===Television===
* Arkham Asylum is mentioned by Barry Allen, who is secretly [[Flash (comics)|The Flash]], in an episode of ''[[The Flash (1990 TV series)|The Flash]]'' television series.

* In ''[[Batman: The Animated Series]]'', Arkham has appeared frequently in the series. It is depicted as generally dark and gloomy, and the patient rooms are similar to those in the comics, being primarily closed via glass doors. Much of the rest of the asylum resembles a prison more than a mental hospital, as the episode "The Trial" explains that all mentally ill criminals apprehended by the Batman are sent to Arkham rather than jail, although it is shown that the [[Penguin (comics)|Penguin]] and [[Catwoman]] get sentenced to [[Blackgate Penitentiary|Blackgate]], a regular jail, determining that they are sane and accountable for their crimes.

* The television show ''[[Justice League (TV series)|Justice League]]'' featured Arkham in a brief [[cameo role|cameo]] during ''A Better World, Part 2'' in an alternate dimension where a [[fascist]] version of the League called the [[Justice Lords]] has taken over the world and dispatches villains via execution or [[lobotomy]]. The asylum is run by a lobotomized version of the Joker, and staffed by other lobotomized Batman villains, including [[Two-Face]] as the caretaker and [[Poison Ivy (comics)|Poison Ivy]] as the gardener, and is protected by robotic copies of [[Superman]]. The entire patient population is lobotomized by the alternate Superman's heat vision. The Joker, Two-Face and Poison Ivy are used in both ''Batman: The Animated Series'' and ''Justice League'' as the key patients of the Asylum.

* Arkham Asylum appears in ''[[The Batman (TV series)|The Batman]]''. Like the original Arkham, several major villains end up in this institution, such as the Joker, Harley Quinn, the Riddler, Mr. Freeze, the Ventriloquist, Hugo Strange, Clayface, and Penguin. [[Firefly (DC Comics)|Firefly]] goes to a prison, until becoming [[Doctor Phosphorus|Phosphorus]] (who requires special chemical care). The staff is far more heavily armored than in its previous incarnation, wearing heavy trenchcoats and gloves, though patients continue to escape easily. Much like in the ''Batman Forever'' tie-in game and ''Batman Begins'', it is presented as being inside Gotham, though here it is presented as occupying a small island on a river, with a bridge connecting it to the city.

* Arkham Asylum is seen in ''[[Batman: The Brave and the Bold]]'' episode "Mayhem of the Music Meister". Music Meister visits the place, and forces the patients to sing. [[Calendar Man]], [[Joker (comics)|Joker]], King Tut, [[Mr. Freeze]], [[Psycho-Pirate]], [[Doctor Polaris]], [[Scarecrow (DC Comics)|Scarecrow]], [[Two-Face]], [[Mad Hatter (comics)|Mad Hatter]], [[Top (comics)|Top]], [[Crazy Quilt]], and [[Tweedledum and Tweedledee (comics)|Tweedledum and Tweedledee]] are shown as patients of Arkham Asylum.

* Arkham Asylum appears in ''[[Gotham (TV series)|Gotham]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/07/21/gotham-showrunner-professor-hugo-strange-and-how-arkham-asylum-came-to-be-part-of-season-one|title=GOTHAM SHOWRUNNER: PROFESSOR HUGO STRANGE AND HOW ARKHAM ASYLUM CAME TO BE PART OF SEASON ONE|last=Vejvoda|first=Jim|work=IGN|date=July 21, 2014|accessdate=July 21, 2014}}</ref> In the second episode "Selina Kyle," [[Dollmaker (comics)|Dollmaker]]'s henchmen Patti and Doug use an ATP drug from Arkham Asylum. It was also mentioned that Arkham Asylum was closed down for 15 years. In "Arkham," Arkham Asylum is shown to be in the Arkham District as Mayor Aubrey James plans to improve the district using the plans that Thomas Wayne was going to go with. [[Carmine Falcone]] and [[Sal Maroni]] were also shown to want some involvement in the plan. Sal Maroni's ally Councilman Zeller has been abducted by the same hitman who killed Councilman Ron Jenkins (who was an ally of Carmine Falcone) and is burned alive at Arkham Asylum. At the end of the episode, Mayor James holds a press conference about the Arkham Plan in front of Arkham Asylum. He states that Carmine Falcone will handle the small housing developments in the Arkham District and that Sal Maroni will be refurbishing Arkham Asylum so that it can be operational again.

===Films===

* In ''[[Batman Forever]]'', Arkham Asylum was seen at the end of the film. It is designed as a tall, spiraling castle-like structure, with narrow hallways lined with brightly lit glass bricks. The Riddler is incarcerated in a large padded cell. The chief psychiatrist is named Doctor Burton, a reference to [[Tim Burton]], who directed 1989's ''[[Batman (1989 film)|Batman]]'' and 1992's ''[[Batman Returns]]''. There was originally a more in-depth sequence involving Two-Face escaping from Arkham at the beginning of the film, but it was cut.

* In ''[[Batman & Robin (film)|Batman & Robin]]'',<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dvdactive.com/reviews/dvd/batman-and-robin.html |title=Review of ''Batman & Robin'' |publisher=DVD Active.com |date= |accessdate=2010-12-30}}</ref> Arkham Asylum is shown a number of times. It first appears when Mr. Freeze is taken there midway through the film, and later at the end when he and Poison Ivy are shown sharing a room. This version is several dozen stories tall on an island several hundred feet above water, into which the patients jump to escape. Lightning also emits a bright green flash through the structure's windows. In addition, The Riddler and Two-Face's costumes from ''[[Batman Forever]]'' can be seen in an evidence room before Bane breaks out to collect Mr. Freeze's armor.

* In ''[[Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker]]'', the final battle between the original Batman and the Joker is seen taking place at an abandoned Arkham. It is also the same spot where [[Tim Drake|Robin]], [[brainwashing|brainwashed]] and disfigured into a younger version of the Joker, kills the real Joker (either by shooting him with the bang-flag speargun or by pushing him into a tank of water and a mass of wires, causing him to electrocute himself). A deleted scene, featured on both versions of the DVD as a special feature, has Bruce Wayne touring the abandoned Arkham, where Bruce Wayne's successor as Batman [[Batman (Terry McGinnis)|Terry McGinnis]], follows and sees the Joker's corpse hanging. Both the film and the ''Batman Beyond'' episode "Splicer" suggest that the facility has moved to a different location.

* In ''[[Batman Begins]]'', Arkham plays a much larger role than the previous films, with [[Scarecrow (DC Comics)|Jonathan Crane]] (also known as the Scarecrow) being either the administrator or a high-ranking doctor at the Asylum, and using it to conduct [[Sadomasochism|sadistic]] experiments with his fear gas, with his own patients as [[guinea pig]]s. He also uses the pipes under the asylum to empty his toxin into the Gotham water supply. Though still on an island separate from Gotham City's mainland, it is surrounded by a [[slum]] region known as the Narrows, instead of the dense forestry of the comics. When it came to a diversion for the fear gas to infect Gotham's water supply, Ra's al Ghul had his men discharge all the patients at Arkham Asylum to keep the police busy. By the end of the film, it is implied that the Narrows has been rendered uninhabitable. Notably, [[Victor Zsasz]] is shown as a high-profile criminal being held in the asylum. The [[National Institute for Medical Research]], Mill Hill, London was used as Arkham in the film.<ref>http://www.times-series.co.uk/news/606532.0/?utag=8269</ref>

* Arkham makes an appearance in the animated anthology film ''[[Batman: Gotham Knight]]'' (set between ''[[Batman Begins]]'' and ''[[The Dark Knight (film)|The Dark Knight]]'') within the segment "Crossfire". Expanding on Lt. James Gordon's line that "the Narrows is lost" at the end of ''Batman Begins'', the film shows that the entire island has become Arkham Asylum's ground, with Narrows residents evacuated from the island after the patients escaped from the facility. After the riot at the end of ''Batman Begins'', the city apparently turned the entire island into a high-tech prison facility in a few months after the incident, enclosed by guard towers, high fences, and the island's natural barrier to keep the inmates from escaping. The [[Gotham City Police Department]] also sends officers to its drawbridges to make sure no one would cross, in or out, without permission.

* Arkham is mentioned briefly by Harvey Dent, Batman, and [[Alfred Pennyworth|Alfred]] in the ''Batman Begins'' sequel, ''[[The Dark Knight (film)|The Dark Knight]]'' when they reference Arkham patients Carmine Falcone and Thomas Schiff, but beyond this instance the asylum is never seen or explored in the story.

* In ''[[The Dark Knight Rises]]'', it is mentioned that all the patients of Arkham Asylum ([[Joker (comics)|except for one]] according to the film's novelization) were moved to the [[Blackgate Penitentiary]] as the result of the effect [[Two-Face|Harvey Dent]]'s death had upon [[Gotham City]] and its administration.

* Arkham is featured in the animated film ''[[Batman: Assault on Arkham]]''. The [[Suicide Squad]] infiltrate Arkham Asylum in order to attempt to assassinate [[Riddler]].

===Video games===
* In ''[[Batman Forever (video game)|Batman Forever]]'' ([[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|SNES]] game), Arkham Asylum is the first stage.

* The game [[Batman: Toxic Chill]] [[Batman]] and [[Robin (comics)|Robin]] are taken to "Arkham" [[Riddler]] and his companion [[Mr. Freeze]] and define them in the same room.

* A crucial showdown takes place in Arkham in ''[[Batman: Rise of Sin Tzu]]''.

* Arkham is featured prominently in ''[[Batman: Dark Tomorrow]]''. Three quarters of the way through the game, Batman must infiltrate Arkham Asylum through a secret sewer entrance.

* Arkham Asylum is one of the levels of the video game counterpart to ''[[Batman Begins]]''.

* Arkham Asylum works as the main hub for the villains in ''[[Lego Batman: The Videogame]]'', whereas the [[Batcave]] works as the main hub for the heroes of the game.

* ''[[Batman: Arkham Asylum]]'' is a video game for the [[PlayStation 3]], [[Xbox 360]], and [[Microsoft Windows]]. It was developed by [[Rocksteady Studios]] and published by [[Eidos Interactive]] in conjunction with [[Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment]] and DC Comics. The game takes place entirely on Arkham Island, a large island on the middle of the Gotham bay. The game's version of Arkham is similar to its description in ''Gotham Knight'', consisting of individual large buildings in a spacious open air island, rather than a single compound. Its locations include Arkham East, Arkham West, Arkham North, Arkham Mansion, the Botanical Gardens, Intensive Treatment, Medical Facility, and Penitentiary. The island also features a network of subterranean catacombs, caverns, sewers, and a satellite [[Batcave]] which Batman had outfitted over the years in preparation for emergencies like the one he faces in the game. In the game, a fire had broke out at [[Blackgate Penitentiary]] causing its inmates to be temporarily housed at Arkham. When Joker was apprehended, he was freed by Harley Quinn as Joker begins his plot to take over Arkham Asylum, forcing Batman to fight his way through the Asylum inmates to recapture the Joker. During the struggle, the Asylum is badly damaged by the rampaging inmates and the Joker's release of Titan into the water supply enhancing and mutating Poison Ivy's plants, as well as faith in the asylum being compromised with the discovery that key guards and staff were working with the Joker to organize his assault (Although Doctor Penelope Young was merely manipulated by the Joker rather than acting as a willing accomplice).

* Arkham Asylum appears in ''[[DC Universe Online]]''. In the game, the chaos of Brainiac's invasions ends up enabling Arkham Asylum's patients to escape from Arkham Asylum. In the "Arkham Asylum Alert" mission, Mr. Freeze, Poison Ivy, and Scarecrow take over Arkham Asylum. In the hero campaign, Batman sends the players to investigate and bring the situation under control. In the villain campaign, Joker sends the players to find out what's going on at his "house" and find out why he wasn't invited.

* In ''[[Batman: Arkham City]]'' (the sequel to ''Batman: Arkham Asylum''), Arkham has been relocated to the Gotham mainland as part of Quincy Sharp's Arkham City project with neither Blackgate Penitentiary or Arkham Asylum in any condition to hold inmates or patients after it was ravaged by Poison Ivy in the first game. Arkham City is a walled off section of Gotham City where its inmates can run free in exchange that they don't escape; this territory include the old GCPD building and the Monarch Theatre where Thomas and Martha Wayne were killed. The security of Arkham City is enforced by the private military security group TYGER, with territory controlled by the Joker, Penguin and Two-Face as the city's primary ganglords (Although Two-Face has been losing authority prior to the start of the game), with Mr. Freeze and Poison Ivy satisfied with control of specific buildings, Riddler discreetly controlling members of the others' gangs, and Catwoman, Bane and Zsasz operating independently in secret. Arkham Asylum itself can be seen from the bay of Arkham City, still ravaged and covered in vines from Poison Ivy's attack.

* Arkham Asylum appears in ''[[Lego Batman 2: DC Super Heroes]]''. Lex Luthor springs Joker from prison in order to make synthetic Kryptonite to help in his presidential election campaign. As a result of Lex Luthor and Joker using a ray that removes black bricks from Arkham Asylum, it caused a breakout where all of its inmates are freed. The generic Arkham Inmates and the generic Arkham Patients appear as playable characters.

* Arkham Asylum is mentioned in ''[[Batman: Arkham Origins]]'' (a prequel to ''Batman: Arkham Asylum''). At the time of the game, the asylum had been closed, with Blackgate taking all the city's criminals—mentally ill and otherwise. During the credits, Jack Ryder's interview with Quincy Sharp has mentioned that Arkham Asylum has been reopened, Sharp decided the asylum is necessary to house Gotham's most mentally ill criminals such as the Joker.

==See also==
* [[Belle Reve]]
* [[Blackgate Penitentiary]]
* [[Iron Heights Penitentiary]]
* [[Stryker's Island]]

== Notes ==
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==References==
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78. Detective Comics #864

==External links==
* [http://www.arkhamcare.com Arkham Care]
* [http://www.batman-on-film.com/comics_arkham-asylum_review_jett_2007.html Batman-On-Film.com] BOF's review of Arkham Asylum, A Serious House on a Serious Earth
* [http://www.batmanarkhamasylum.com Official Videogame Website]

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'''Gotham''' ({{IPAc-en|ˈ|ɡ|oʊ|t|əm}} {{respell|GOHT|əm}}) is a village in [[Nottinghamshire]], [[England]], south of [[Nottingham]] and north-east of [[Kegworth]]. Gotham has a population of about 1,600. It is administered as part of the [[Rushcliffe]] district of Nottingham, and has a [[Parish councils in England|parish council]].

It has a [[St Lawrence's Church, Gotham|twelfth-century church named after St Lawrence]].
[[File:Gotham, England.jpg|thumb|right|"Welcome to Gotham" attracts many tourists wanting to have their picture taken next to it.]]
[[File:Gotham cuckoo bush mound.jpg|thumb|right|'' Cuckoo Bush Mound'', is the alleged site for the tale of the Wise Men of Gotham’s attempt at fencing in the cuckoo but is actually a Neolithic burial mound. It is about three thousand years old and it was excavated in 1847.]]

==References to Gotham in literature==
The village is most famed for the stories of the "[[Wise Men of Gotham]]".<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/legacies/myths_legends/england/nottingham/article_1.shtml |title=Local Legends: Wise men of Gotham |publisher=BBC |accessdate=4 January 2014 }}</ref> These depict the people of the village as being stupid. However, the reason for the behaviour is believed to be that the villagers wished to feign madness in order to avoid a Royal [[Highway]] being built through the village, as they would then be expected to build and maintain this route. Madness was believed at the time to be highly contagious, and when [[John of England|King John's]] knights saw the villagers behaving as if insane, the knights swiftly withdrew and the King's road was re-routed to avoid the village.

One of the mad deeds seen by the knights was a group of villagers fencing off a small tree in order to keep a [[cuckoo]] captive from the [[sheriff of Nottingham]]. One of the three [[public house|pubs/inns]] in the village is known as ''The Cuckoo Bush Inn''.

Reminded of the foolish ingenuity of Gotham's residents, [[Washington Irving]] gave the name "Gotham" to [[New York City]] in his ''[[Salmagundi Papers]]'' (1807). In turn, [[Bill Finger]] named the pastiche New York home of [[Batman]], [[Gotham City]].<ref name="bbc">{{cite web |url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-24760791 |title=The real Gotham: The village behind the Batman stories |date=1 January 2014 |author=Caroline Lowbridge |publisher=BBC News |accessdate=4 January 2014 }}</ref> The existence of Gotham, Nottinghamshire in the [[DC Universe]] was recently acknowledged in ''[[Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight]]'' #206 (and again in ''[[52 (comics)|52]]'' #27),<ref name="bbc" /> although the connection between two names ''within'' the DCU has not been fully explained. In a story titled 'Cityscape' in ''[[Batman Chronicles]]'' #6 it is revealed that Gotham was initially built for the purpose of housing the criminally insane, and [[Robin (comics)|Robin]] reads a journal that tells of how Gotham got its name; "I even have a name for it. We could call it 'Gotham' after a village in England - where, according to common belief, all are bereft of their wits."<ref name="Gotham">[http://tevel1.com:81/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-24760791 "The real Gotham: The village behind the Batman stories"]. BBC News.</ref>

Responding to the connection between the Gotham, Nottinghamshire and Gotham for New York City, former New York mayor [[Rudolph Giuliani]] wrote that it was "a pleasure to have this opportunity to acknowledge the cultural and historical link" between the two places.<ref name="Gotham"/>

==Transport==
Although Gotham has never been served by a passenger railway station, it does lie at the end of a [[Gotham Sidings|branch line]] about 2 miles in length that leads westwards from the [[Great Central Railway|Great Central]] main line, opened in March 1899. The branch used to serve a plaster factory and gypsum mines, but was closed in the early 1960s. The main line itself closed to regular services in May 1969, although that section from [[Loughborough]] to [[Ruddington]] is still extant, giving access to the railway heritage centre at Ruddington. The closest station today is [[East Midlands Parkway railway station|East Midlands Parkway]] which opened early in 2008 at
Ratcliffe on Soar providing links on the [[Midland Main Line]].

Gotham was home to the [[South Notts Bus Company]], which provided a bus service between Nottingham and Loughborough running through the village. The South Notts trading name is still used by [[Nottingham City Transport]], which took over the service in 1991.

==Other points of interest==

On 2 August 1984, as rain storms lashed the county, Gotham was hit by a [[tornado]] at approximately 5:50 pm, uprooting trees, blowing garden sheds onto power cables, destroying greenhouses and severely damaging houses, roofs and chimneys; however, no one was injured.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/nottingham/features/2004/01/twisters_and_tornadoes.shtml |title=Hold on! Twisters in Nottinghamshire |date=January 2004 |author= |publisher=BBC |accessdate=4 January 2014 }}</ref>

Gotham is home to a biological [[Site of Special Scientific Interest]] (SSSI) listed as Gotham Hill Pasture.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.english-nature.org.uk/citation/citation_photo/1000757.pdf |title=Gotham Hill Pasture: Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) notified under Section 28 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 |publisher=Natural England |accessdate=4 January 2014 }}</ref><ref>[http://www.rushcliffe.gov.uk/media/rushcliffe/media/documents/pdf/environmentandwaste/climatechange/Gotham%20Sandbanks%20Management%20Plan-BG%20land.pdf Sanbanks Gotham SSSI "Gotham Sandbanks]. English Nature.</ref>
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==Gotham’s World War II past==

[[File:Pillbox_Type_22_Gotham.JPG|thumb|left|Gotham Pillbox]]

[[File:Pillbox Gotham closeup.JPG|thumb|right|close up of scrap metal used in construction]]

There are few remaining physical examples of Gotham’s wartime past. The word Gotham was removed from the face of the school building and from all signs and direction posts during the [[World War II|Second World War]] to confuse any enemy troops that might have invaded. The pillbox pictured is the only remaining structure dating from the Second World War in the village. It was one of two pillboxes erected to form a defence for the village and also to serve as a searchlight battery. The damage to the pillbox was caused after the war and was not due to enemy action.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/737818 |title=Pillbox above Gotham: This is part of the information board provided as part of the Gotham Heritage Trail. |publisher=Geograph British Isles |accessdate=4 January 2014 }}</ref>

''See also [[British hardened field defences of World War II]]''
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==References==
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==External links==
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* [http://www.gothamvillage.org.uk Official Gotham Village Website]
* [http://www.gothammemorialhall.com Gotham Memorial Hall]
* [http://www.gothamhistory.org.uk The Gotham and District Local History Society]
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Liberty City (Grand Theft Auto)

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'''Liberty City''' is a fictional city and frequent location in the [[Grand Theft Auto (series)|''Grand Theft Auto'' series]] of [[video games]], developed by [[Rockstar North]] and published by [[Rockstar Games]]. It is most likely a parody of [[New York City]].

The first appearance of Liberty City was in [[Grand Theft Auto (video game)|''Grand Theft Auto'']], and was one of the three cities available, the others being [[Vice City]] and [[Grand Theft Auto (video game)|San Andreas]]. In 2001, ''[[Grand Theft Auto III]]'' was released, and once again featured Liberty City, this time with a different design. The city was divided in three boroughs (''Portland'', ''Stauton Island'' and ''Shoreside Vale''). This rendition of Liberty City was also featured in ''[[Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories]]''. ''[[Grand Theft Auto IV]]'', a reboot in the series, was located in a new version of Liberty City, which was much closer and faithful to real-life New York. GTA IV's Liberty City parodies all the boroughs of New York (except for [[Staten Island]]), and also features satires of prominent real-life landmarks, such as the [[Statue of Liberty]]. It also features a parody of [[Jersey City]], ''Alderney City''.

==External links==
*{{Official website|http://www.rockstargames.com/IV/ |name=Official ''Grand Theft Auto: IV'' website}}
*{{Official website|http://www.rockstargames.com/grandtheftauto3/ |name=Official ''Grand Theft Auto III'' website}}
*{{Official website|http://www.rockstargames.com/libertycitystories/ |name=Official ''Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories'' website}}
*{{Official website|http://www.rockstargames.com/gta/ |name=Official ''Grand Theft Auto 1'' website}}
*{{Official website|http://gta.wikia.com/Liberty_City/ |name=Liberty City on the GTA Wiki}}

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Columbia (BioShock)

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'''Columbia''' is a fictional city in the [[BioShock (series)|''BioShock'' series]], published by [[2K Games]]. It is a [[Floating city (science fiction)|floating city]] that is the main setting for the game ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''. The game's back-story describes that, unlike the secret development of the [[Underwater habitat|underwater city]] of [[Rapture (BioShock)|Rapture]], Columbia was proudly boasted by the American government when launched in 1900, centralized on the idea of [[American exceptionalism]];<ref name="shacknews levine interview">{{cite web | url = http://www.shacknews.com/featuredarticle.x?id=1374 | title = BioShock Infinite Interview: Ken Levine on Exceptionalism, Expectations & Returning to the Well | first= Xav | last = de Matos | date = 2010-08-12 | accessdate =2010-08-12 | publisher = [[Shacknews]] }}</ref> the game alludes to the [[World's Columbian Exposition|1893 Worlds Fair]] which is historically considered to be the emergence of American exceptionalism.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://g4tv.com/thefeed/blog/post/706872/BioShock-Infinite-Trailer-Pretentious-Analysis-Time.html | title = BioShock Infinite Trailer: Pretentious Analysis Time! | first= Stephan | last= Johnson | date =2010-08-13 | accessdate= 2010-08-13 | work = [[G4 TV]] }}</ref>

Prior to the events of the game, the well-armed city became involved in an "international incident", and the location of the city was soon lost from everyone else.<ref name="eurogamer levine interview">{{Cite web | url = http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2010-08-12-bioshock-infinite-announced | title = BioShock Infinite announced | first = Wesley | last= Yin-Poole | date =2010-08-12 | accessdate =2010-08-12 | publisher = [[Eurogamer]] }}</ref> Like Rapture, Columbia is considered a failed [[utopia]], with signs present suggesting a [[theocracy|theocratic]] government taking control at some point, and similar racial-purification concepts such as [[nazism]].<ref name="gamespot preview"/><ref name="variety reveal">{{cite web |url= http://weblogs.variety.com/technotainment/2010/08/irrational-games-takes-bioshock-to-the-clouds.html | title= Irrational Games takes Bioshock to the clouds | first = Chris | last = Morriset | work = [[Variety (magazine)|Variety]] | date = 2010-08-12 | accessdate = 2010-08-12 }}</ref><ref name="wired reveal">{{cite web | url = http://www.wired.com/gamelife/2010/08/bioshock-infinite/ | title = First Look: BioShock Infinite Satirizes American Imperialism, in the Sky | first = Olivia | last = Koski | work = [[Wired (magazine)|Wired]] | date= 2010-08-12 | accessdate =2010-08-12 }}</ref> Columbia has been compared to a cross between [[steampunk]] and the ''[[Star Wars]]'' [[Bespin]] cloud city,<ref name="variety reveal"/> as well as the airships of ''[[Final Fantasy]]'' settings<ref name="gamespot preview">{{Cite web | url = http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/action/bioshockinfinite/news.html?sid=6273282&mode=previews | title = BioShock Infinite First Look | first = Ricardo | last = Torres | date = 2010-08-12 | accessdate = 2010-08-12 | publisher = [[Gamespot]] }}</ref> though Irrational's [[Ken Levine (game developer)|Ken Levine]] has compared the weaponized city to the [[Death Star]].<ref name="mtv reveal">{{cite web | url = http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1645673/20100812/story.jhtml | title = 'BioShock Infinite' Developer Avoided 'Repeating' Original Game | work = [[MTV]] | first = Russ | last= Frushtick | date =2010-08-13 | accessdate =2010-08-13 }}</ref>

== Concept and creation ==
[[File:Court of Honor and Grand Basin.jpg|thumb|right|The 1893 World's Fair in Chicago, considered to have flourished the idea of [[American Exceptionalism]], is a major influence on ''Infinite''{{'}}s story and the design of Columbia.]]
For the first six months of development, the team prototyped several possible ideas to brainstorm on what concepts would be effective for the next game.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=261321 | title = Irrational prototyped other games before Bioshock: Infinite | publisher = [[Computer and Video Games]] | date = 2010-08-23 | accessdate = 2010-08-23 | first = Andy | last = Robinson }}</ref> The team had originally considered reusing Rapture from the first two ''BioShock'' games, aware that Rapture would be synonymous with the ''BioShock'' name, and that players had reacted positively to exploring the underwater city, learning of its history, and having "the sense of the world, and being in that place".<ref name="vg247 original rapture">{{cite web | url = http://www.vg247.com/2013/02/01/bioshock-infinite-originally-set-in-rapture-dev-explains-terrifying-move-from-to-columbia/ | title = BioShock Infinite originally set in Rapture: dev explains ‘terrifying’ move to Columbia | first = Dave | last = Cook | date = 2013-02-01 | accessdate = 2013-02-01 | publisher = [[VG247]] }}</ref> As they worked to determine the story and types of quests the player would undertake, they found themselves bored and struggling to come up with new ideas and feared that players would react the same. This prompted the team to consider an alternate setting despite this being a "terrifying" prospect in terms of project scope.<ref name="vg247 original rapture"/> Irrational had also considered placing events during the [[Renaissance]], but upon the announcement of ''[[Assassin's Creed II]]'' in 2009 which took place during the same historical period, they dropped this idea.<ref name="polygon cut material">{{cite web | url = http://www.polygon.com/2013/2/18/3994648/bioshock-infinite-had-enough-cut-from-it-to-make-five-or-six-full | title = BioShock Infinite had enough cut from it to make five or six full games | first = Jenna | last = Pitcher | date = 2013-02-18 | accessdate = 2013-02-19 | publisher = [[Polygon (website)|Polygon]] }}</ref> The idea of the air-city came early in the development. The open-air environment gave them an opportunity to use color schemes that sharply contrasted with the darker palettes that were a staple of their earlier games.<ref name="rps levine interview">{{cite web | url = http://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2010/08/13/the-bioshock-infinite-ken-levine-interview/#more-35892 | title = The Bioshock: Infinite Ken Levine Interview | first = Kieron | last = Gillen | date = 2010-08-13 | accessdate = 2010-08-13 | publisher = [[Rock Paper Shotgun]] }}</ref> Even then, their initial designs of the flying city were darker and closer to [[Art Nouveau]], making the game world too claustrophobic and appearing similar to the city of Rapture. The period of American exceptionalism allowed them to create a brighter, expansive system.<ref>{{cite web | url =http://www.1up.com/news/postcard-pax-iterative-evolution-bioshock | title = Postcard from PAX: The Iterative Evolution of BioShock Infinite | date = 2011-03-11 | accessdate = 2011-03-11 | first = Jeremy | last = Parish | publisher = [[1UP.com]] }}</ref> According to Irrational's [[Ken Levine (game developer)|Ken Levine]], the name "[[Columbia (name)|Columbia]]", in reference to the female figure that personifies the United States, and the idea of American exceptionalism did not come about until six to eight months before the game's reveal.<ref name="shacknews levine interview">{{cite web | url = http://www.shacknews.com/featuredarticle.x?id=1373 | title = BioShock Infinite Interview: Ken Levine on Exceptionalism, Expectations & Returning to the Well | first= Xav | last = de Matos | date = 2010-08-12 | accessdate =2010-08-12 | publisher = [[Shacknews]] }}</ref>

== Description ==
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== History ==
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== Reception ==
Following the release of ''BioShock Infinite'', the city of Columbia received acclaim from critics. Arthur Gies of [[Polygon (website)|Polygon]] stated that it was "one of ''BioShock Infinite''{{'}}s greatest assets."<ref name="Poly review">{{cite web | url = http://www.polygon.com/2013/3/25/4064448/bioshock-infinite-review-above-and-below | title = BioShock Infinite review: above and below | last = Gies | first = Arthur | publisher = [[Polygon]] | date = March 25, 2013 | accessdate = November 9, 2013 }}</ref> Columbia was praised by some critics as one of video games' best settings,<ref name="EGM review">{{cite web | url = http://www.egmnow.com/articles/reviews/egm-review-bioshock-infinite/| title = EGM Review: BioShock Infinite | first = Andrew | last = Fitch | date = March 25, 2013 | accessdate = April 4, 2013 | work = [[Electronic Gaming Monthly]] }}</ref><ref name="IGN PC review">{{cite web | url = http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/03/22/bioshock-infinite-pc-review | title = BioShock Infinite PC Review | first = Ryan | last = McCaffery | date = March 21, 2013 | accessdate = March 24, 2013 | publisher = [[IGN]] }}</ref><ref name="CVG review">{{cite web | url = http://www.computerandvideogames.com/394912/reviews/bioshock-infinite-review-cloud-nine-review/ | title = BioShock Infinite review: Cloud nine | first = Alex | last = Dale | date = March 25, 2013 | accessdate = December 14, 2013 | work = [[Computer and Video Games]] }}</ref> with [[Destructoid]]'s Jim Sterling explaining that, unlike ''[[BioShock 2]]'' (2010), ''Infinite'' made a wise decision in abandoning Rapture "for an all new story in an all new setting, introducing us to the cloud city of Columbia."<ref name="Destruct review">{{cite web | url = http://www.destructoid.com/review-bioshock-infinite-249341.phtml | title = Review: BioShock Infinite | publisher = [[Destructoid]] | last = Sterling | first = Jim | date = March 25, 2013 | accessdate = November 2, 2013 }}</ref> The setting's visual art design drew praise, with Columbia being described as beautiful and gorgeous.<ref name="IGN PC review"/><ref name="Destruct review"/> Lucas Sullivan of [[GamesRadar]] went on to describe ''Infinite'' as "one of the most visually captivating games ever made."<ref name="GRadar review">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamesradar.com/bioshock-infinite-review/ |title= BioShock Infinite Review |publisher=[[GamesRadar]]| first = Lucas | last = Sullivan |date=March 25, 2013 |accessdate=April 3, 2013}}</ref> The setting's attention to detail was also well received,<ref name="GiantBombReview">{{cite web | url = http://www.giantbomb.com/reviews/bioshock-infinite-review/1900-568/ | title = BioShock Infinite Review | first = Jeff | last = Gerstmann | date = March 25, 2013 | accessdate = November 9, 2013 | publisher = [[Giant Bomb]] }}</ref><ref name="Rev3 Review">{{cite web | url = http://revision3.com/rev3gamesreviews/bioshock-infinite-review | title = BioShock Infinite REVIEW! Adam Sessler Reviews | first = Adam | last = Sessler | authorlink= Adam Sessler | date = March 25, 2013 | accessdate = April 14, 2014 | publisher = [[Rev3Games]] }}</ref> with critics impressed at how diverse the game's environments were, and how no two of Columbia's many different areas ever felt alike.<ref name="GRadar review"/><ref name="IGN PC review"/> Critics also enjoyed how the game encouraged them to explore more of Columbia,<ref name="PSU.comReview">{{cite web | url = http://www.psu.com/a018897/BioShock--Infinite-Review | title = BioShock: Infinite Review | first = Adam | last = Dolge | date = March 27, 2013 | accessdate = April 13, 2014 | publisher = [[PSU.com]] }}</ref><ref name="GameRevolutionReview">{{cite web | url = http://www.gamerevolution.com/review/bioshock-infinite | title = BioShock Infinite Review | first = | last = danielrbischoff | date = March 27, 2013 | accessdate = April 14, 2014 | publisher = [[Game Revolution]] }}</ref> with Joe Juba of ''[[Game Informer]]'' explaining "whether you’re looking at a piece of propaganda, listening to an audio log, or participating in a horrifying raffle, almost everything you encounter contributes to your understanding of the floating world."<ref name="GI review PC">{{cite web| url = http://www.gameinformer.com/games/bioshock_infinite/b/pc/archive/2013/03/25/enjoying-the-view-from-above.aspx | title = Enjoying The View From Above - BioShock Infinite - PC | first = Joe | last = Juba | date = March 25, 2013 | accessdate = January 18, 2014 | work = [[Game Informer]] }}</ref>


== References ==
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Stilwater

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'''Stilwater''' is a [[Fictional location|fictional city]] in [[Volition, Inc.]]'s [[video game]] series ''[[Saints Row (series)|Saints Row]]'', based primarily on [[Chicago]] and [[Detroit]]. The city serves as the setting for both games in the series.

The '''''[[Saints Row (video game)|Saints Row]]''''' rendition is portrayed as a city geographically similar to Chicago, composed of two mainland islands separated by a large [[inlet]], with a mountainous ridge along the west side of the northern isle, and a [[floodgate]] running along the west side of the southern isle. The city appears to have a high [[Crime statistics|crime rate[]], embattled by [[urban warfare]], [[prostitution|prostitution rings]] and [[poverty]]. The '''''[[Saints Row 2]]''''' rendition is a much different, larger city composed of the two mainland islands from the original, plus three separate islands including an airport, nuclear power plant and [[Alcatraz Island|Alcatraz]]-based prison island. In this rendition, the city appears to be a much larger and less polluted city- much of it has been rebuilt, with in-game faction Ultor Corporation largely responsible.

== ''Saints Row'' rendition ==
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The first appearance of Stilwater is in ''[[Saints Row (video game)|Saints Row]]'', assuming a design based on [[Chicago]]. This rendition of Stilwater is divided into two large islands sepearted by a central East-West [[inlet]]. The northern island is seen as an [[upper class]] haven for those of richer standards, with a thriving [[Central Business District|CBD]], [[Upmarket|high end retail]] centre, [[shopping mall]], [[museum]] and [[suburb]]ia neighbourhoods. However, the southern island is a haven for ongoing [[Gang|gang wars]], [[Prostitution|prostitution rings]] and [[poverty]]. The southern island is home to an [[airport]], [[Dock (maritime)|docks]], [[Factory|factories]], [[apartment]]s and also a crime-ridden neigbourhood, known as the [[barrio]].

== ''Saints Row 2'' rendition ==
The second appearance of Stilwater is in ''[[Saints Row 2]]'', following a similar design to [[Chicago]] and [[Detroit]]. The city is a heavily expanded rendition of Stilwater. Realistically, fifteen years would have been required for the redevelopment of the city, even though the game is set circa five years after the original game. Developers announced the city has been entirely redeveloped, every neighborhood has been touched up in one way or another. In-game faction Ultor Unlimited is largely responsible for the expansion that has taken place; it is said they spent well over three-hundred million dollars redeveloping Stilwater, turning the "''once crime-ridden third-tier city into an urban utopia''". The old Saints Row district has been knocked down and has now become a thriving [[Central business district|CBD]], serving as the location of the Philips Tower Ultor's headquarters. The Museum district has been expanded and features a realistic [[Ancient Greece|Ancient Greek]] museum exhibit, complete with a model of the [[Colosseum]] and also [[Mount Olympus]]. The Suburbs have also been expanded- in addition to the old suburbs neighbourhoods Huntersfield, Misty Lane and Tidal Spring; three new neighbourhoods have been built to the west: Quinbecca, New Hannequet and the Mourning Woods Cemetery. Situated below the Suburbs Expansion is the Elysian Fields trailer park.

Stilwater is situated on five islands: the two mainland islands; [[Nuclear power|Stilwater Nuclear]]; Stilwater Penitentiary and Hangman's Wharf, a massive prison island based upon [[Alcatraz Island]]; and Wardill [[Airport]]. Separating the new university and the mainland island is Mount Claflin, a tall mountain with dirt roads and satellite antennas situated at the top. Built beneath the mountain is the Pyramid, Ultor's top secret underground military base. Rounds Square Shopping Mall is a massive underground mall built on five levels, with a large selection of stores on offer.

From the beginning of the game, the map of Stilwater is fully visible. However, shops and activities will simply be displayed as a question mark until the player discovers them. By completing missions and wiping out enemy strongholds the player gains control of the various neighbourhoods the city is split into - stores that are located in player-controlled territory can be purchased. The player gets a 15% discount at owned stores. Buying an entire chain of departments will mean that the protagonist’s face appears on in-game billboard advertisements.

Over the years, many new in-game companies and businesses have been established. The existing shops from [[Saints Row|the original game]] return in ''Saints Row 2'', however many others have been introduced. The map features roughly ninety shops, scattered throughout the map, including plastic surgeons, gun stores, clothes departments, tattoo parlors, vehicle dealers, garages and more.



==See also==

==References==
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Stilwater

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Stilwater

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'''Stilwater''' is a [[Fictional location|fictional city]] in [[Volition, Inc.]]'s [[video game]] series ''[[Saints Row (series)|Saints Row]]'', based primarily on [[Chicago]] and [[Detroit]]. The city serves as the setting for both games in the series.

The '''''[[Saints Row (video game)|Saints Row]]''''' rendition is portrayed as a city geographically similar to Chicago, composed of two mainland islands separated by a large [[inlet]], with a mountainous ridge along the west side of the northern isle, and a [[floodgate]] running along the west side of the southern isle. The city appears to have a high [[Crime statistics|crime rate[]], embattled by [[urban warfare]], [[prostitution|prostitution rings]] and [[poverty]]. The '''''[[Saints Row 2]]''''' rendition is a much different, larger city composed of the two mainland islands from the original, plus three separate islands including an airport, nuclear power plant and [[Alcatraz Island|Alcatraz]]-based prison island. In this rendition, the city appears to be a much larger and less polluted city- much of it has been rebuilt, with in-game faction Ultor Corporation largely responsible.

== ''Saints Row'' rendition ==
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The first appearance of Stilwater is in ''[[Saints Row (video game)|Saints Row]]'', assuming a design based on [[Chicago]]. This rendition of Stilwater is divided into two large islands sepearted by a central East-West [[inlet]]. The northern island is seen as an [[upper class]] haven for those of richer standards, with a thriving [[Central Business District|CBD]], [[Upmarket|high end retail]] centre, [[shopping mall]], [[museum]] and [[suburb]]ia neighbourhoods. However, the southern island is a haven for ongoing [[Gang|gang wars]], [[Prostitution|prostitution rings]] and [[poverty]]. The southern island is home to an [[airport]], [[Dock (maritime)|docks]], [[Factory|factories]], [[apartment]]s and also a crime-ridden neigbourhood, known as the [[barrio]].

== ''Saints Row 2'' rendition ==
The second appearance of Stilwater is in ''[[Saints Row 2]]'', following a similar design to [[Chicago]] and [[Detroit]]. The city is a heavily expanded rendition of Stilwater. Realistically, fifteen years would have been required for the redevelopment of the city, even though the game is set circa five years after the original game. Developers announced the city has been entirely redeveloped, every neighborhood has been touched up in one way or another. In-game faction Ultor Unlimited is largely responsible for the expansion that has taken place; it is said they spent well over three-hundred million dollars redeveloping Stilwater, turning the "''once crime-ridden third-tier city into an urban utopia''". The old Saints Row district has been knocked down and has now become a thriving [[Central business district|CBD]], serving as the location of the Philips Tower Ultor's headquarters. The Museum district has been expanded and features a realistic [[Ancient Greece|Ancient Greek]] museum exhibit, complete with a model of the [[Colosseum]] and also [[Mount Olympus]]. The Suburbs have also been expanded- in addition to the old suburbs neighbourhoods Huntersfield, Misty Lane and Tidal Spring; three new neighbourhoods have been built to the west: Quinbecca, New Hannequet and the Mourning Woods Cemetery. Situated below the Suburbs Expansion is the Elysian Fields trailer park.

Stilwater is situated on five islands: the two mainland islands; [[Nuclear power|Stilwater Nuclear]]; Stilwater Penitentiary and Hangman's Wharf, a massive prison island based upon [[Alcatraz Island]]; and Wardill [[Airport]]. Separating the new university and the mainland island is Mount Claflin, a tall mountain with dirt roads and satellite antennas situated at the top. Built beneath the mountain is the Pyramid, Ultor's top secret underground military base. Rounds Square Shopping Mall is a massive underground mall built on five levels, with a large selection of stores on offer.

From the beginning of the game, the map of Stilwater is fully visible. However, shops and activities will simply be displayed as a question mark until the player discovers them. By completing missions and wiping out enemy strongholds the player gains control of the various neighbourhoods the city is split into - stores that are located in player-controlled territory can be purchased. The player gets a 15% discount at owned stores. Buying an entire chain of departments will mean that the protagonist’s face appears on in-game billboard advertisements.

Over the years, many new in-game companies and businesses have been established. The existing shops from [[Saints Row|the original game]] return in ''Saints Row 2'', however many others have been introduced. The map features roughly ninety shops, scattered throughout the map, including plastic surgeons, gun stores, clothes departments, tattoo parlors, vehicle dealers, garages and more.



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Mass Effect

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{{About|the video game series|the first video game|Mass Effect (video game)|other uses|Mass effect (disambiguation)}}
{{cleanup-list|date=November 2013}}
{{Infobox VG series
| title = Mass Effect
| image = [[File:Masseffectlogo.png]]
| caption = ''Mass Effect'' logo
| developer = [[BioWare]]
| publisher = [[Microsoft Game Studios]] (2007) [[Electronic Arts]] (2008-present)
| genre = [[Action role-playing game|Action role-playing]], [[third-person shooter]]
| platforms = [[Xbox 360]], [[Microsoft Windows]], [[PlayStation 3]], [[iOS]], [[Wii U]], [[Android (operating system)|Android]], [[Windows Phone]]
| platform of origin = Xbox 360
| first release version = ''[[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]''
| first release date = November 20, 2007
| latest release version = ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''
| latest release date = March 6, 2012
| website = [http://masseffect.bioware.com/ BioWare Mass Effect]
}}

'''''Mass Effect''''' is a [[science fiction]] [[Action role-playing game|action role-playing]] [[third person shooter]] [[video game]] series developed by the Canadian company [[BioWare]] and released for the [[Xbox 360]], [[PlayStation 3]], and [[Microsoft Windows]], with the third installment also released on the [[Wii U]]. The trilogy largely revolves around a soldier by the name of [[Commander Shepard]], whose mission is to save the [[Milky Way|galaxy]] from a race of powerful [[mechanical engineering|mechanical]] beings known as the Reapers and their agents, including the game's antagonist [[Saren Arterius]]. The first game sees Shepard investigating Saren, who Shepard slowly comes to understand is operating under the guidance of Sovereign, a Reaper left behind in the Milky Way tens of thousands of years before, when the Reapers exterminated virtually all sentient organic life in the galaxy as part of a recurrent cycle of genocide for an unknown purpose. Sovereign is a vanguard whose purpose is to trigger the imminent return of the Reaper fleet hibernating in [[Extragalactic astronomy|extra-galactic]] dark space, restarting the process of extermination. [[Mass Effect 2|The second game]] takes place two years later, and sees Shepard battling the Collectors, an alien race abducting entire human colonies in a plan to help the Reapers return to the Milky Way. [[Mass Effect 3|The final game]] of Shepard's trilogy centers on the final battle against the Reapers.

All three games have received critical acclaim for their storyline, characters, romances, voice acting, choices, and the depth of the galaxy.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://borderhouseblog.com/?p=6665 |title=The Border House Podcast Episode 1 Transcript |publisher=Borderhouseblog.com |date=2011-11-01 |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref> Video game website [[GamesRadar]] called ''Mass Effect'' the best new franchise of the generation, saying the galaxy was so well-constructed that it felt like a decades-old franchise and represented "a high-water mark for video games as a story-telling medium."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamesradar.com/the-top-7-best-new-franchises-of-this-generation/ |title=Top 7 Best New Franchises of this Generation |publisher=GamesRadar |date=2010-11-08 |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>

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==Games==
A trilogy of games has been released, each continuing the previous game's story in chronological order. The ''Mass Effect'' series combines [[action role-playing game]] elements, with the main series games being in [[third-person perspective]]. The protagonist can use two AI-controlled squad members in battle, which usually consist of members he or she has recruited from various places and for various reasons, and taken onto the ''Normandy'', Shepard's starship. The player could make perspective decisions depending upon the situation. At these times, the player has multiple sets of dialogue choices with which to respond to NPCs, separated by tone. Starting from ''Mass Effect 2'', the player can interrupt cut-scenes calmly or aggressively. The games often have various mini-games in them as well, such as drinking, dancing and romancing characters. A fourth major game has been rumored by tweets by Casey Hudson, as he asked "We're in early stages of designing a completely new ''Mass Effect'' game. What would you want to see in it?"<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/CaseyDHudson/status/266612856517181440|title=New mass effect game|first=Casey|last=Hudson}}</ref>

All three major installments of the ''Mass Effect'' trilogy have been met with commercial success as well as critical acclaim. The series is highly regarded for its narrative, character development, voice acting, universe and emphasis on player choice affecting the experience.

===Main trilogy===
{{VG Series Reviews
|updated = December 31, 2012
|game1 = [[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]
|gr1 = (X360) 91.24%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/930279-mass-effect/index.html |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PC) 89.70%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/944902-mass-effect/index.html |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PS3) 82.00%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/689056-mass-effect/index.html |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref>
|mc1 = (X360) 91<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mass-effect |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PC) 89<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mass-effect |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PS3) 85<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mass-effect |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref>
|game2 = [[Mass Effect 2]]
|gr2 = (X360) 95.69%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/944907-mass-effect-2/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PC) 94.52%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/944906-mass-effect-2/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PS3) 93.24%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/605239-mass-effect-2/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref>
|mc2 = (X360) 96<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mass-effect-2 |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PC) 94<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mass-effect-2 |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PS3) 94<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mass-effect-2 |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref>
|game3 = [[Mass Effect 3]]
|gr3 = (X360) 92.12%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/995452-mass-effect-3/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PS3) 91.65%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/615759-mass-effect-3/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (WIIU) 88.25%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/wii-u/673037-mass-effect-3-special-edition/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3: Special Edition'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PC) 87.75%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/995487-mass-effect-3/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref>
|mc3 = (X360) 93<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mass-effect-3 |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PS3) 93<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mass-effect-3 |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PC) 89<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mass-effect-3 |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (WIIU) 87<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/wii-u/mass-effect-3-special-edition |title=''Mass Effect 3: Special Edition'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref>
}}

====''Mass Effect''====
{{Main|Mass Effect (video game)}}
''Mass Effect'' (2007), the first game in the series, was originally created as an exclusive title for the Xbox 360 but was later ported to Microsoft Windows by [[Demiurge Studios]], and to the [[PlayStation 3]] by [[Edge of Reality]]. The game focuses on the protagonist, Commander Shepard, and his or her quest to stop the rogue Spectre Saren Arterius from leading an army of sentient machines, called the Geth, to conquer the galaxy. During pursuit of Saren, Shepard learns of a far greater threat in the form of the Reapers. Saren has been mentally enslaved by the Reaper [[Vanguard (military tactics)|vanguard]] Sovereign, sent into Citadel Space to initiate the purge of all advanced sentient life in the galaxy, a cycle repeated by the Reapers every 50,000 years.

=====Downloadable content=====
* ''Bring Down the Sky'': Released on March 10, 2008 for the Xbox 360 as a paid download and on July 29, 2008 for Windows as a free download.
* ''Pinnacle Station'': Released on August 25, 2009.

====''Mass Effect 2''====
{{Main|Mass Effect 2}}
''Mass Effect 2'', the second main game in the series, was released on January 26, 2010 in North America and January 29 in Europe.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/103/1035830p1.html|title=Mass Effect 2 Release Date Announced|first=Jim|last=Reilly}}</ref> A great deal of secrecy surrounded the game prior to launch, with few details emerging other than Casey Hudson, Project Director for BioWare, stating that "players should keep their save files, because decisions made by the player in the first game will continue to have influences on their character in the sequel."<ref name="GI1">{{Cite news | last = GI Staff | date = March 2008 | title = Afterwards: ''Mass Effect'' | periodical = [[Game Informer]] | issue = 179 | page = 24 | postscript = }}</ref><ref name="keep saves">{{cite web | last = Brudvig | first = Erik | title = BioWare Suggests Hanging on to Mass Effect Saves | publisher = IGN | date = 2009-02-23 | url = http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/956/956202p1.html | accessdate = 2009-03-08}}</ref> The game takes place two years after the events of ''Mass Effect''. Human colonies are being attacked, their colonists disappearing without a trace. The game's protagonist, Commander Shepard, is forced into an uneasy alliance with the pro-Human paramilitary organization, Cerberus, in an effort to discover the cause. Evidence emerges pointing to the 'Collectors', an advanced, enigmatic race of insect-like humanoids. Adding to the threat is the revelation that the Collectors are working for the Reapers. Shepard sets out on a "suicide mission" to stop the Collectors, accompanied by a hand-picked team of soldiers, assassins, mercenaries, and specialists. ''Mass Effect 2'' has received overwhelming critical and public praise since its release, for its characters, storyline, voice acting, and refined combat and gameplay with many critics calling it a major improvement over the original and an easy [[Game of the Year]] contender despite its January release. At [[Gamescom]] 2010, it was announced that a [[PlayStation 3]] version would become available, which was released on January 18, 2011.

=====Downloadable content=====
{{Main|Mass Effect 2 downloadable content}}
* ''Normandy Crash Site'': Released on January 26, 2010 as a free download.
* ''Zaeed - The Price of Revenge'': Released on January 28, 2010 as a free download.
* ''Firewalker'': Released on March 23, 2010. Added 5 vehicle-based missions.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Kasumi - Stolen Memory|Kasumi - Stolen Memory]]'': Released on April 6, 2010.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Overlord|Overlord]]'': Released on June 15, 2010.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Lair of the Shadow Broker|Lair of the Shadow Broker]]'': Released on September 7, 2010.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Arrival|Arrival]]'': Released on March 29, 2011 and acts as a bridge for ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''.

====''Mass Effect 3''====
{{Main|Mass Effect 3}}
''Mass Effect 3'', the third and final installment in the ''Mass Effect'' trilogy, was released on March 6, 2012.<ref>{{cite web|title=Mass Effect 3 Thrusts Its Way into Early 2012|author=Mike Fahey|publisher=Kotaku|accessdate=4 March 2011|date=4 March 2011|url=http://kotaku.com/5798587/mass-effect-3-will-be-an-early-2012-release}}</ref> Casey Hudson commented that ''Mass Effect 3'' "will be easier [to develop] because we don't have to worry about continuity into the next one."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.shacknews.com/article/61666/bioware-already-looking-forward-to|title=BioWare Already Looking Forward to Mass Effect 3}}</ref> However, decisions will still be imported from the two previous titles to ''Mass Effect 3'', as to keep continuity within the series.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://meforums.bioware.com/viewtopic.html?topic=714128&forum=144 |title=Choose Language | BioWare Social Network |publisher=Meforums.bioware.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref> In the final chapter of the trilogy, the Reapers have returned in force, and have begun their purge of the galaxy, attacking [[Earth]]. During this attack Commander Shepard is on Earth and forced to flee.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bunker37.com/2011/08/a-mass-effect-3-gameplay-preview/ |title = A Mass Effect 3 Gameplay Preview}}</ref> After fleeing Earth, Commander Shepard must hurry and rally the advanced races of the galaxy to make one final stand, not only to save Earth, but also to break a cycle that has continued for millions of years (hence providing the answer to [[Fermi's Paradox]]). Casey Hudson stated in an interview at the Consumer Electronics Show that ''Mass Effect 3'' would complete the story arc of Commander Shepard, and would pull in over 1,000 variables from ''Mass Effect'' and ''Mass Effect 2'' to shape how players experience the final chapter. The first official trailer was unveiled on December 11, 2010 during the [[Spike TV]] Video Game Awards.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/15/interview-bioware-casey-hudson-on-the-making-of-mass-effect-2|title=Interview: BioWare's Casey Hudson on the making of Mass Effect 2}}</ref>

=====Downloadable content=====
{{Main|Mass Effect 3 downloadable content}}
* ''From Ashes'': Released on the game's release date.
* ''Extended Cut'': Released on June 26, 2012 as a free download. Featured new cinematic sequences and epilogue scenes that expanded upon the original ending.
* ''Leviathan'': Released on August 28, 2012.
* ''Omega'': Released on November 27, 2012.
* ''Citadel'': Released on March 5, 2013. For the Xbox 360 the content was released in two separate downloadable packs because of its larger than usual size. The first pack requires purchase, but the second pack is free; however, both packs are required in order to access the content.<ref>{{cite web|last=Goldfarb|first=Andrew|title=Final Mass Effect 3 Single-Player, Multiplayer DLC * ''Genesis 2'': Released on April 2, 2013. The content is the sequel to the interactive comic ''Genesis'' which was featured in ''Mass Effect 2''. The interactive comic recaps the events of ''Mass Effect 2'' Announced|url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2013/02/21/final-mass-effect-3-single-player-multiplayer-dlc-announced|publisher=IGN}}</ref> It is the final DLC pack released for ''Mass Effect 3''.<ref>http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/324/index/15961411</ref>

====''Mass Effect Trilogy''====
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| title = Mass Effect Trilogy
| collapsible = yes
| state = collapsed
| image = [[File:Me3 trilogy 01.jpg|256px]]
| developer = [[BioWare]]
| publisher = [[Electronic Arts]]
| release = '''Xbox 360 & Microsoft Windows''' {{vgrelease|INT=November 6, 2012}}'''PlayStation 3''' {{vgrelease|NA=December 4, 2012|EU=December 7, 2012}}
| genre = [[Role-playing game|Action role-playing]], [[third-person shooter]]
| modes = [[Single-player video game|Single-player]], [[Cooperative gameplay|co-op]] [[Multiplayer video game|multiplayer]]
| platforms = [[Xbox 360]], [[Microsoft Windows]], [[PlayStation 3]]
| media = [[Optical disc]]
}}
On September 26, 2012, BioWare announced the ''Mass Effect Trilogy'', a re-release of all three games in one pack. The bundle included a new premium foil box featuring artwork of Commander Shepard, and the multiplayer component of ''Mass Effect 3'' was still available. The pack was released on November 6, 2012 for [[Xbox 360]] and [[Microsoft Windows]], and on December 4, 2012 for the [[PlayStation 3]] (coinciding with the [[PlayStation Network]] release of [[Mass Effect (video game)|the first game]]).<ref>{{cite web|title=Mass Effect Trilogy – November 6th 2012|url=http://www.masseffect.com/about/trilogy/}}{{dead link|date=September 2013}}</ref><ref name="PS3">http://blog.bioware.com/2012/11/01/ryan-warden-an-update-on-the-mass-effect-trilogy/</ref>

===Spin-offs===

====''Mass Effect Galaxy''====
'''''[[Mass Effect Galaxy]]''''' (2009): This is backstory set between the events of ''Mass Effect'' and ''Mass Effect 2'' and exclusively on the [[iOS]] platform. The story is focused around two characters who appear as squad members in ''Mass Effect 2'': [[Jacob Taylor (Mass Effect)|Jacob Taylor]] and [[Miranda Lawson]]. When the passenger liner Arcturian Jade is attacked by Batarian raiders with Jacob on it, he takes on the task of defending the ship. After safely arriving at their destination on the Citadel, Jacob's former CO contacts him about an undercover Alliance operation in the Nemean Abyss to investigate the Batarians' increasingly aggressive activities.

====''Mass Effect: Infiltrator''====
'''''[[Mass Effect: Infiltrator]]''''' (2012): A third-person shooter released on the [[Android (operating system)|Android]], [[BlackBerry 10]], iOS and [[Windows Phone 8]] platforms. The story for ''Infiltrator'' involves Randall Ezno, a Cerberus agent, who discovers Cerberus's cruelty and goes rogue, killing Cerberus troopers and freeing prisoners from a hostile base. Players will "receive rewards" for collecting evidence of Cerberus' crimes. According to EA, "Every completed rescue and intelligence discovery in Infiltrator will increase a player's Galactic Readiness rating directly through the 'Galaxy at War' system in ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''."<ref name="infiltrator">{{cite web | last = Hamilton | first = Kirk | title = BioWare’s Mass Effect iOS Game is the Third-Person Shooter Mass Effect: Infiltrator | publisher = Kotaku | date = 2012-02-07 | url = http://kotaku.com/5883125/biowares-mass-effect-ios-game-is-the-third+person-shooter-mass-effect-infiltrator | accessdate = 2012-02-07}}</ref>

====''Mass Effect: Datapad''====
'''''Mass Effect: Datapad''''' (2012): A free app for iOS devices. ''Datapad'' will allow players to check the status of the galaxy map in ''[[Mass Effect 3]]'' and receive messages from characters. ''Datapad'' will also contain information about the characters, races, vehicles, weapons, and storyline of the ''Mass Effect'' universe, as well as mini-games that interact with the ''Mass Effect 3'' 'Galaxy at War' system.

===Future of the franchise===

On November 12, 2012, BioWare announced that they are working on a new ''Mass Effect'' project and that it would use the [[Frostbite (game engine)|Frostbite 3]] engine, much like ''[[Dragon Age: Inquisition]]''.<ref>{{cite web|author=by BioWare |url=http://blog.bioware.com/2012/11/12/an-update-from-bioware-montreal/ |title=An Update From BioWare Montreal | BioWare Blog |publisher=Blog.bioware.com |date=2012-11-12 |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>
The game will be produced in [[Montréal]].

The game was officially announced at [[E3 2014]] on June 9, 2014.

According to BioWare community manager Chris Priestly, BioWare does not want people to refer to the next game as ''Mass Effect 4''. {{centered pull quote|To call the next game 'Mass Effect 4' or 'ME4' is doing it a disservice and seems to cause a lot of confusion here. We have already said that the Commander Shepard trilogy is over and that the next game will not feature him/her. That is the only detail you have on the game. I see people saying 'well, they’ll have to pick a canon ending.' No, because the game does not have to come after. Or before. Or off to the side. Or with characters you know. Or yaddayaddayadda. Wherever, whenever, whoever, etc will all be revealed years down the road when we actually start talking about it. I do not call the game ME4 when I talk about it ever, [because] that makes people think of it more as 'what happens after 'Mass Effect 3' rather than 'what game happens next set in the 'Mass Effect' Universe. Obviously fans are going to speculate content, character and story until we actually reveal details in the years or months to come as you have almost no actual details, just don’t get bogged down in 'well how are they going to continue ME3.'|author=Chris Priestly}}

This statement was followed up by BioWare Edmonton chief Yanick Roy. {{centered pull quote|What Chris is saying is that thinking of the next 'Mass Effect' game as 'Mass Effect 4' would imply a certain linearity, a straight evolution of the gameplay and story of the first three games. Story-wise, the arc of the first trilogy has also been concluded, and what we will do is tell a new story set in the 'Mass Effect' universe. That doesn’t mean that events of the first three games and the choices you made won’t get recognized, but they likely won’t be what this new story will focus on. I apologize for being cryptic right now, but it’s early enough in development that we don’t have much to share – things still fluctuate quite a bit.|author=Yanick Roy}}

In March 2013, BioWare Montreal executive producer [[Casey Hudson]] revealed at [[PAX East]] that BioWare was beginning work on the next installment in the franchise. {{centered pull quote|We are starting to get ready to develop another ''Mass Effect'' game, and it's going to be a new thing. We want to be able to give fans an opportunity to get back into the world with these things you've come to know and love about the ''Mass Effect'' experience, but start something fresh and new; a new way for you to explore the whole universe in ''Mass Effect''.|author=Casey Hudson}}

At [[E3 2014]], the next installment in the ''Mass Effect'' franchise was briefly shown with early conceptual footage and information about the game.<ref>{{cite web|title=E3 2014: New Mass Effect Contains "Nods" for Fans of the Original Trilogy|url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/e3-2014-new-mass-effect-contains-nods-for-fans-of-the-original-trilogy/1100-6420395/|accessdate=July 20, 2014}}</ref>

As of August 7, ''Mass Effect'' creator [[Casey Hudson]] left BioWare.<ref>{{cite web|title=Mass Effect Creator Leaves BioWare| url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2014/08/07/mass-effect-creator-leaves-bioware|accessdate=September 19, 2014}}</ref>

==Expanded universe==

===Novels===
*'''''[[Mass Effect: Revelation]]''''' (2007): The first novel based on ''Mass Effect'', the plot is centered around then-Lieutenant [[Characters of Mass Effect#David Anderson|David Anderson]] and tells the story of how he came to know Saren. It expands on the history of the ''Mass Effect'' universe and reveals in detail how Anderson failed to become the first human Spectre. ''Mass Effect: Revelation'' was written by [[Drew Karpyshyn]].
*'''''Mass Effect: Ascension''''' (2008): The second novel based on ''Mass Effect'', the plot centers around protagonist Paul Grayson, a member of Cerberus, who is in charge of raising a biotic girl named Gillian. It is set approximately two months after the ending events of the first game. ''Mass Effect: Ascension'' is the second novel set in the ''Mass Effect'' universe to be written by Drew Karpyshyn.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.drewkarpyshyn.com/novels.htm |title=Drew Karpyshyn Creative Works |publisher=Drewkarpyshyn.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Retribution''''' (2010): On July 27, 2010, BioWare released the third ''Mass Effect'' novel written by Drew Karpyshyn, a sequel to ''Mass Effect 2'' and ''Mass Effect: Ascension''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cinemablend.com/games/Mass-Effect-Retribution-Announced-22215.html|title=Mass Effect: Retribution Announced}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.drewkarpyshyn.com/news.htm |title=Drew Karpyshyn Creative Works |publisher=Drewkarpyshyn.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Deception''''' (2012): The fourth ''Mass Effect'' novel, it centers on Gillian Grayson. The first book in the series to be written by [[William C. Dietz]]. Response to the novel has been negative due to a large number of inconsistencies with lore and characterization, prompting many fans to petition BioWare to disregard the novel as canon.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/323/index/9070774/1 |title=''Mass Effect: Deception'' critique on official Bioware forums |publisher=Social.bioware.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XBpMF3ONlI308D9IGG8KICBHfWKU0sXh0ntukv-_cmo/edit?pli=1 |title=Canon errors in ''Mass Effect: Deception'' |publisher= |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://games.ign.com/articles/121/1217690p1.html |title=Mass Effect Tie-in Novel Filled with Errors |publisher=IGN |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref> In response to these widespread complaints, BioWare and Del Rey have announced that a number of changes are being made for future editions of the novel.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/323/index/9150901 |title='''Mass Effect 3 Official Forum''' - ''Del Rey and Bioware comment on Mass Effect: Deception'' |publisher=Social.bioware.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>

====Fan novels====
'''''Mass Effect: Pick Your Path''''' (2012) is a popular interactive fiction novel written by Mike Kayatta that runs parallel to the events of ''Mass Effect 2''. It follows the exploits of an unnamed Citadel merchant who chases Commander Shepard around the galaxy to gain an endorsement for his shop. Encouraged by The Illusive Man for unknown reasons, the merchant becomes haplessly entangled with the dangerous aftermath of Shepard's various adventures. The story, considered similar to the [[Choose Your Own Adventure]] series of books,<ref name="tvtropes1">{{cite web|url=http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/ChooseYourOwnAdventure|title=Choose Your Own Adventure|publisher= TV Tropes}}</ref> features the same choice-driven format of the games, allowing the reader to choose between "paragon" or "renegade" actions, drastically affect the ending, and even romance a selection of unique party members. The full story was published by [[The Escapist (magazine)|The Escapist]] in March, 2012.<ref name="Escapist1">{{cite web|url=http://www.escapistmagazine.com/articles/view/features/9514-Pick-Your-Path-Mass-Effect|title=Mass Effect: Pick Your Path|publisher=Escapist Magazine|date=2012-03-28}}</ref>

===Comics===
[[File:10.15.11MacWaltersByLuigiNovi1.jpg|thumb|Writer Mac Walters in front of a ''Mass Effect'' poster at the [[Dark Horse Comics]] booth at the 2011 [[New York Comic Con]].]]
{{Main|Mass Effect (comic)}}
*'''''[[Mass Effect: Redemption]]''''' is a four-part [[comic book]] mini-series that was released between January and April 2010. The story, which revolves around Liara T'Soni, is set in the interim period between the prologue and main storyline of ''Mass Effect 2'', and is related to the [[downloadable content]] ''Lair of the Shadow Broker'' that was released for the game.<ref name="ME_Redemption_IGN_20090721_Schedeen">
{{Cite web
|url=http://comics.ign.com/articles/100/1005868p1.html
|title=Mass Effect Comes to Comics
|last=Schedeen |first=Jesse
|date={{Date|2009-07-21}}
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Press-Releases/1748/Mass-Effect-Explodes-Into-Comics-7-21-09
|title=Mass Effect Explodes Into Comics!
|date={{Date|2009-07-21}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|url=http://www.ign.com/comics/mass-effect-redemption
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion
|date=January 2010
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/16-421/Mass-Effect-Redemption-1
|title=Mass Effect: Redemption #1
|date={{Date|January 06, 2010}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|date={{Date|February 03, 2010}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
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|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
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|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/16-520/Mass-Effect-Redemption-4
|title=Mass Effect: Redemption #4
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|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|date={{Date|04/20/2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
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|title=Mass Effect: Redemption #4
|date={{Date|04/20/2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
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*'''''Mass Effect: Incursion''''' is an on-line comic (8 pages) that follows Aria T'Loak's encounter with the Collectors one week prior to the opening events of ''Mass Effect 2''. The events of ''Incursion'' link into the events of the comic miniseries ''Mass Effect: Redemption''. It was released June 21, 2010 through [[IGN]].<ref name="ME_Incursion_IGN_20100621_George">
{{Cite web
|url=http://comics.ign.com/articles/110/1100605p1.html
|title=Exclusive Mass Effect Short Story
|first=Richard | last=George
|date={{Date|2010-06-21}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]] via [[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Incursion - Page 1
|date={{Date|2010-06-21}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]] via [[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Incursion - Page 2
|date={{Date|2010-06-21}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]] via [[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Incursion - Page 4
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|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]] via [[IGN]]
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|title=Mass Effect: Incursion - Page 5
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|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]] via [[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Incursion - Page 6
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|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]] via [[IGN]]
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|title=Mass Effect: Incursion - Page 8
|date={{Date|2010-06-21}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]] via [[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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*'''''Mass Effect: Inquisition''''' is an on-line comic (8 pages) written by Mac Walters. Taking place after ''Mass Effect 2'', the plot follows Captain Armando-Owen Bailey during his investigation of Executor Venari Pallin and corruption within C-Sec. It was released October 26, 2010 through ''[[USA Today]]''.<ref name="ME_Inquisition_USAT_20101024_Hargo">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.usatoday.com/life/comics/2010-10-25-masseffect25_ST_N.htm
|title='Mass Effect: Inquisition' is ready to blast off
|first=Tory |last=Hargro
|date={{Date|2010-10-24}}
|work=[[USA Today]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
}}
</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Evolution''''' is a four-part [[comic book]] mini-series. The first issue was released in January 2011. The story focuses on the origin of the [[Illusive Man]] and is set during the First Contact War, shortly after the discovery of the Mass Relays.<ref>{{cite web | last = George | first = Richard | title = SDCC 10: Mass Effect: The Origin of the Illusive Man | publisher = IGN | date = 2010-07-15 | url = http://comics.ign.com/articles/110/1106020p1.html | accessdate=2010-08-03}}</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Conviction''''' is a free short (10 page) single issue mini-comic written by Mac Walters. Taking place before ''Mass Effect 3'', the plot follows Lieutenant James Vega during his stay on Omega before returning to Systems Alliance service. Released in September, 2011 available through a digital distribution promotion exclusively at participating retailers.<ref name="ME_Conviction_CB_20111009_LeMoyne">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.comicbooked.com/review-mass-effect-conviction/
|title=Review - Mass Effect: Conviction
|first=R. B. |last=LeMoyne
|date={{Date|9/10/2011}}
|publisher=Comic Booked
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-07}}
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|url=http://imgur.com/a/vY9yc#Tz0D9
|title=Mass Effect: Conviction - Imgur
|publisher=[[Imgur]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-07}}
}}
</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Invasion''''' is a comic book series (4 issues) released between October 2011 and January 2012. It follows Aria T'Loak, the pirate queen of the space station Omega, as her station comes under attack from a new threat unleashed by Cerberus, the human survivalist organization.<ref name="ME_Invasion_IGN_Listing">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.ign.com/comics/mass-effect-invasion
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion
|date=October 2011
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Invasion_DH_Invasion_Issue_1_MCcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/17-568/Mass-Effect-Invasion-1-Massimo-Carnevale-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #1 (Massimo Carnevale cover)
|date={{Date|October 19, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
}}
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{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/18-733/Mass-Effect-Invasion-1-Paul-Renaud-25th-anniversary-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #1 (Paul Renaud 25th anniversary cover)
|date={{Date|October 19, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #2 (Massimo Carnevale cover)
|date={{Date|November 16, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #2 (Paul Renaud variant cover)
|date={{Date|November 16, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/17-570/Mass-Effect-Invasion-3-Massimo-Carnevale-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #3 (Massimo Carnevale cover)
|date={{Date|December 21, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #3 (Paul Renaud Variant cover)
|date={{Date|December 21, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/17-631/Mass-Effect-Invasion-4-Massimo-Carnevale-regular-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #4 (Massimo Carnevale regular cover)
|date={{Date|January 18, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
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|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/19-558/Mass-Effect-Invasion-4-Paul-Renaud-variant-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #4 (Paul Renaud variant cover)
|date={{Date|January 18, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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*'''''Mass Effect: Homeworlds''''' is a comic book series (4 issues) written by game lead writer Mac Walters released April 25, 2012. Each issue focuses on a main character from the ''Mass Effect'' series.<ref name="ME_Homeworlds_Kotaku_20120104_Narcisse">
{{Cite web
|url=http://kotaku.com/5873051/mass-effects-newest-cast-member-gets-the-spotlight-in-a-new-dark-horse-comics-series/
|title=Mass Effect’s Newest Cast Member Kicks Off New Dark Horse Comics Series
|first=Evan |last=Narcisse
|date={{Date|1/04/2012 }}
|work=[[Kotaku]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_IGN_Listing">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.ign.com/comics/mass-effect-homeworlds
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds
|date=April 2012
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_DH_Homeworlds_Issue_1_APcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/20-458/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-1-Anthony-Palumbo-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #1 (Anthony Palumbo cover)
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|date={{Date|April 25, 2012}}
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/21-310/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-1-Mike-Hawthorne-Variant-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #1 (Mike Hawthorne Variant cover)
|date={{Date|April 25, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/20-459/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-2-Anthony-Palumbo-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #2 (Anthony Palumbo cover)
|date={{Date|May 30, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/21-311/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-2-Mike-Hawthorne-Variant-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #2 (Mike Hawthorne Variant cover)
|date={{Date|May 30, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/20-460/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-3-Anthony-Palumbo-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #3 (Anthony Palumbo cover)
|date={{Date|July 25, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #3 (Mike Hawthorne variant cover)
|date={{Date|July 25, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/20-461/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-4-Anthony-Palumbo-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #4 (Anthony Palumbo cover)
|date={{Date|August 29, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/21-313/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-4-Mike-Hawthorne-variant-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #4 (Mike Hawthorne variant cover)
|date={{Date|August 29, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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*'''''Mass Effect: Blasto: Eternity Is Forever''''' is a short (14 page) single issue mini-comic written by Mac Walters released on November 7, 2012 through digital distribution. The main character is Blasto, a Hanar Spectre featured in several ''Mass Effect'' films as the galaxy's first Hanar Spectre.<ref name="ME_Blasto_DH_Info_Page">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/22-887/Mass-Effect-Blasto---Eternity-is-Forever-Digital-Exclusive
|title=Mass Effect: Blasto - Eternity is Forever (Digital Exclusive)
|date={{Date|November 07, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Blasto_Kotaku_20121014_Narcisse">
{{Cite web
|url=http://kotaku.com/5951224/mass-effect-3s-best-action-hero-is-getting-his-own-comic
|title=Mass Effect 3’s Best Action Hero Is Getting His Own Comic
|first=Evan |last=Narcisse
|date=14 Oct 2012
|work=[[Kotaku]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Blasto_Gameranx_20121012_Celestin_Greer">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/10002/article/mass-effect-s-blasto-gets-his-own-comic/
|title=Mass Effect's Blasto Gets His Own Comic
|first= Ajané |last=Celestin-Greer
|date={{Date|10/12/2012}}
|publisher=Gameranx
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref>
* '''''Mass Effect: He Who Laughs Best''''' is a short (10 page) single issue mini-comic written by Mac Walters released on May 4, 2013 for [[Free Comic Book Day]] 2013. It explains how Jeff "Joker" Moreau became the SSV Normandy's pilot prior to the events of ''Mass Effect''.<ref>http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/22-872/Free-Comic-Book-Day-2013-Mass-Effect-Killjoys-R-I-P-D</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Foundation''''' is a 13 issue comic series written by Mac Walters. The first issue was released on July 24, 2013. It features a story that runs parallel to the game trilogy and is designed to expand the universe as a whole.<ref name="ME_Foundation_Escapist_20130303_Slabaugh">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news/view/122467-Mass-Effect-Foundation-Expands-Shepards-Universe
|title=Mass Effect: Foundation Expands Shepard's Universe
|first=Brett |last=Slabaugh
|date=3 March 2013 
|publisher=[[The Escapist (magazine)|The Escapist]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Foundation_Forbes_20130303_Bosier">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.forbes.com/sites/jenniferbosier/2013/03/03/dark-horse-announces-mass-effect-foundation-comic-series/
|title=Dark Horse Announces Mass Effect: Foundation Comic Series
|first=Jen |last=Bosier
|date=3/03/2013 11:37 AM
|publisher=[[Forbes]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref>

===Films===
*'''''Mass Effect''''': On May 24, 2010, EA announced that [[Legendary Pictures]] and [[Warner Bros.]] acquired the rights to a ''Mass Effect'' film, with the game's executive producer Casey Hudson, as well as Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuck from BioWare, serving as executive producers. Initially, Legendary planned to produce the film with [[Thomas Tull]], Jon Jashni, and [[Avi Arad]], with a screenplay by [[Mark Protosevich]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.heatvisionblog.com/2010/05/mass-effect-video-game-on-way-to-movie-screen.html|title='Mass Effect' video game on way to movie screen.}}</ref> Protosevich and the producers have stated that the film will follow the plot of the original game.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.legendary.com/blog/sdcc-film-panel-questions-answered|author=Legendary Pictures|publisher=Legendary Pictures|title=Comic Con Q&A Mass Effect}}</ref> On October 24, 2012, ''[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]]'' announced that Morgan Davis Foehl would be writing the screenplay.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118061198|author=Justin Kroll and Marc Graser|publisher=Variety|title=Legendary arms 'Mass Effect' with new scribe}}</ref>
*'''''[[Mass Effect: Paragon Lost]]''''' (2012): On April 7, 2011, EA announced that anime distributor [[Funimation Entertainment]] and Japanese studio [[T.O Entertainment]] will produce an [[anime]] film adaptation based on the series.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2011-04-07/funimation-t.o-to-make-anime-movie-of-mass-effect-games|title=Funimation. T.O to Make Anime Movie of Mass Effect Games|publisher= [[Anime News Network]]|date=2011-04-07}}</ref> The film was released on December 28, 2012.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/MassEffectAnime/status/243115819280785408|title=Paragon Lost BD & DVD release date changes|publisher=|date=}}</ref> It serves as the prequel to ''[[Mass Effect 3]]'' and follows the early career of Alliance Marine James Vega as he leads an elite Special Forces squad into battle against The Collectors. Stationed at a colony in a remote star system, Vega and his soldiers must protect the civilians from a ruthless invasion by the Collectors, determined to capture the population for unknown purposes.

====Fan films====
'''''Mass Effect: Assignment''''' (2012) is a [[fan film]] that acts as a [[sidequel]] to the ''Mass Effect'' game series set in the same timeline, following a group of original characters. The film follows the story of two N7 Soldiers, Meer and Hale, who are hunting down Defoe, a smuggler whose cargo is of great interest to a lot of parties. The film was produced by filmmaking duo Sneaky Zebra and marks the first fan film set in the ''Mass Effect'' universe. The film features the unique element of being interactive much like the games series allowing the viewer to choose the path of the plot to four possible endings.<ref name="kotaku1">{{cite web|url=http://kotaku.com/5865339/this-fan+made-mass-effect-film-is-shaping-up-nicely|title=This Fan-Made Mass Effect Film is Shaping Up Nicely|publisher= Kotaku|date=2011-12-05}}</ref> Three character based teaser trailers were released in December via Machinma with the full short being released in February 2012.<ref name="kotaku1"/><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2012-02/21/mass-effect-fan-movie|title=Link to Wired.co.uk Article: Fans create interactive 'Mass Effect' film for YouTube|publisher= [[Wired (magazine)|Wired]]|date=2012-02-21}}</ref>

'''''Red Sand''''' (2012) is a fan film that serves as a prequel to the ''Mass Effect'' series. It is set 35 years before the plot of the games and tells the story of the discovery of the ancient Prothean ruins of Mars. The film stars [[Mark Meer]], voice of the male version of [[Characters of the Mass Effect universe#Commander Shepard|Commander Shepard]] in the games, as Colonel Jon Grissom. It was produced by the students and faculty of the Digital Video Program at the [[University of Advancing Technology]] in [[Tempe, Arizona]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://kotaku.com/5885575/this-mass-effect-movie-actually-stars-the-real-commander-shepard|title=This Mass Effect Movie Actually Stars the Real Commander Shepard|publisher= Kotaku|date=2012-02-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ingame.msnbc.msn.com/technology/ingame/move-over-hollywood-mass-effect-fans-bring-game-film-792972| title=Move over Hollywood, Mass Effect fans bring game to film|publisher= [[MSNBC]]|date=2012-05-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gameverse.com/2012/05/23/holy-mark-meer-batman-red-sand-looks-amazing/| title=Holy Mark Meer, Batman! Red Sand Looks Amazing!|publisher=Gameverse|date=2012-05-23}}</ref>

===Action figures===
Two series of action figures were released by [[DC Direct]] and Big Fish Toys for ''[[Mass Effect 2]]'' and ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''. Series one included action figures of Commander Shepard, Grunt, Tali, and Thane. Series two included Garrus, Legion, Miranda, and Mordin. Each figure features game-accurate accessories and can be found in game and hobby shops and various online retailers. The figures tied to ''Mass Effect 3'' include bonus downloadable content, which is exclusive and different for each character.

===Board games===
'''''[[Risk (board game)|Risk]]: Mass Effect Galaxy at War Edition''''' (2013) was announced by USAopoly and was released in Fall 2013.<ref>{{cite web
|url=http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/usaopoly-to-unveil-new-games-based-on-the-hottest-licenses-and-iconic-brands-190528631.html
|title=USAopoly To Unveil New Games Based On The Hottest Licenses And Iconic Brands
|publisher=[[PR Newswire]]
|date={{Date|2013-02-11}}
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-04}}
}}</ref><ref>{{cite web
|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/02/12/mass-effect-risk-coming-this-year
|title=Mass Effect Risk Coming This Year
|author=Andrew Goldfarb
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|date={{Date|February 12, 2013}}
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-04}}
}}</ref>

===Art books===
Two ''Mass Effect'' art books have been released: 2007's ''Art of Mass Effect'',<ref>Various contributors, 23 November 2007, ''Art of Mass Effect'', Prima Games, ISBN 9780761558514</ref> published by [[Prima Games]] and 2012's ''The Art of the Mass Effect Universe'',<ref>Various contributors, 21 February 2012, ''The Art of the Mass Effect Universe'', Dark Horse Comics,U.S., ISBN 9781595827685</ref> published by [[Dark Horse Comics]]. The former book showcases the design sketches and concept art which was created for the original ''Mass Effect'' game, while the latter includes art, sketches and paintings for the entire trilogy, including several pieces originally published in the first book.

==Characters==

===Main game series characters===
{{main|Characters of the Mass Effect universe}}
'''Note:''' Some characters may or may not appear in ''Mass Effect 2'' or ''Mass Effect 3'', depending on their fate in the previous games. Some of the characters only appear if the player has installed the relevant downloadable content (DLC).
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:100%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="3" style="text-align:center;"| Game
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect 2]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''
|-
! [[Commander Shepard]]
| colspan="3"| [[Mark Meer]] (male) [[Jennifer Hale]] (female)
|-
! [[Ashley Williams (Mass Effect)|Ashley Williams]]
| colspan="3"| [[Kimberly Brooks]]
|-
! [[Liara T'Soni]]
| colspan="3"| [[Ali Hillis]]
|-
! [[Kaidan Alenko]]
| colspan="3"| [[Raphael Sbarge]]
|-
! [[Garrus Vakarian]] / Archangel
| colspan="3"| [[Brandon Keener]]
|-
! [[Tali'Zorah]] vas Normandy/nar Rayya/Vas Neema
| colspan="3"| Liz Sroka
|-
! [[Miranda Lawson]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Yvonne Strahovski]]
|-
! [[Illusive Man|The Illusive Man]]
|style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Martin Sheen]]
|-
! Jeff "Joker" Moreau
| colspan="3"| [[Seth Green]]
|-
! David Anderson
| colspan="3"| [[Keith David]]
|-
! [[Urdnot Wrex]]
| colspan="3"| Steve Barr
|-
! EDI
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Tricia Helfer]]
|-
! Jacob Taylor
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Adam Lazarre-White
|-
! [[Mordin Solus]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| Michael Beattie
| [[William Salyers]]
|-
! Jack / Subject Zero
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Courtenay Taylor
|-
! Grunt
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Steven Blum]]
|-
! Thane Krios
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Keythe Farley]]
|-
! Legion
|style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| colspan="2"| [[D.C. Douglas]]
|-
! Samara
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Maggie Baird
|-
! Morinth
|style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|| [[Natalia Cigliuti]]
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Zaeed Massani
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Robin Sachs]]
|-
! Kasumi Goto
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Kym Hoy
|-
! James Vega
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|| [[Freddie Prinze, Jr.]]
|-
! Javik
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|| Ike Amadi
|-
! Admiral Steven Hackett
| colspan="3"| [[Lance Henriksen]]
|-
! Ambassador / Councilor Donnel Udina
| colspan="3"| [[Bill Ratner]]
|-
! Councilor Tevos
| colspan="3"| Jan Alexandra Smith
|-
! Councilor Valern
| colspan="3"| [[Armin Shimerman]]
|-
! Councilor Sparatus
| colspan="3"| [[Alastair Duncan]]
|-
! Councilor Irissa
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Susan Eisenberg]]
|-
! Councilor Esheel
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Grey DeLisle]]
|-
! Councilor Quentius
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Conrad Verner
| colspan="3"| Jeff Page
|-
! Engineer Gregory Adams
| [[Roger Jackson (actor)|Roger Jackson]]
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Roger Jackson (actor)|Roger Jackson]]
|-
! Captain / Major Kirrahe
| George Szilagyi
| ''Mentioned''
| George Szilagyi
|-
! Saren Arterius
| [[Fred Tatasciore]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Matriarch Benezia
| [[Marina Sirtis]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Sovereign
| [[Peter Jessop]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Ka'hairal Balak
| [[Fred Tatasciore]]
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Fred Tatasciore]]
|-
! Nihlus Kryik
| [[Alastair Duncan]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | ''Mentioned''
|-
! Navigator Charles Pressly
| colspan="2"| [[Dwight Schultz]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Yeoman Kelly Chambers
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Cara Pifko]]
|-
! Aria T'Loak
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Carrie-Anne Moss]]
|-
! Dr. Karin Chakwas
| colspan="3"| [[Carolyn Seymour]]
|-
! Dr. Chloe Michel
| Jan Alexandra Smith
| ''Mentioned''
| Jan Alexandra Smith
|-
! Captain / Commander Armando-Owen Bailey
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Michael Hogan (Canadian actor)|Michael Hogan]]
|-
! Engineer Kenneth "Ken" Donnelly
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| John Ullyatt
|-
! Engineer Gabriella "Gabby" Daniels
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Dannah Feinglass]]
|-
! Oriana Lawson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| ''Appeared''
| [[Laura Bailey (voice actress)|Laura Bailey]]
|-
! Gatatog Uvenk
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Michael Dorn]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Kal'Reegar
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Adam Baldwin]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Admiral Shala'Raan vas Tonbay
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Shohreh Aghdashloo]]
|-
! Admiral Han'Gerrel vas Neema
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Simon Templeman]]
|-
! Admiral Zaal'Korris vas Qwib-Qwib
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Martin Jarvis (actor)|Martin Jarvis]]
|-
! Admiral Daro'Xen vas Moreh
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Claudia Black]]
|-
! Harbinger
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Keith Szarabajka]]
| style="background:lightgrey;" | ''Appeared''
|-
! Kolyat Krios
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Quinton Flynn]]
|-
! Matriarch Aethyta
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Claudia Black]]
|-
! Nassana Dantius
| colspan="2"| [[Grey DeLisle]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Rana Thanoptis
| colspan="2"| Belinda Cornish
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Khalisah Bint Sinan al-Jilani
| colspan="3"| April Banigan
|-
! The Shadow Broker
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Steven Blum]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
(role assumed by Liara T'Soni)
|-
! Tela Vasir
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| Jessica Anne Bogart
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! David Archer
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Jesse Gervais
|-
! Gavin Archer
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Simon Templeman]]
|-
! Shiala
| colspan="2"| [[Gwendoline Yeo]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Gianna Parasini
| colspan="2"| Wendy Braun
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Emily Wong
| colspan="2"| [[Anndi McAfee]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Fist
| colspan="2"| John Wright
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Ambassador Din Korlack
| [[Lex Lang]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Lex Lang]]
|-
! Fai Dan
| [[Armin Shimerman]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Barla Von
| John Wright
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| John Wright
|-
! Consort Sha'ira
| [[Gwendoline Yeo]]
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Gwendoline Yeo]]
|-
! Kate Bowman
| [[Audrey Wasilewski]]
| ''Mentioned''
| style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Detective Anaya
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Cindy Robinson]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Niftu Cal
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Mark Meer]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Feron
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Yuri Lowenthal]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Warlord Okeer
| style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Dave Fennoy]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Vido Santiago
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Richard Green (actor)|Richard Green]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Donovan Hock
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| John Ulyatt
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Mess Sergeant Rupert Gardner
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Bill Ratner]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Dr. Amanda Kenson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| Victoria Gray
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Harkin / Fade
| colspan="2"| Roger Jackson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Steve Cortez
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Matthew Del Negro]]
|-
! Samantha Traynor
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Alix Wilton Regan]]
|-
! Diana Allers
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Jessica Chobot]]
|-
! Kai Leng
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Troy Baker]]
|-
! Kahlee Sanders
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Grey DeLisle]]
|-
! Primarch Adrien Victus
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Daniel Riordan]]
|-
! Dalatrass Linron
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Grey DeLisle]]
|-
! Eve / Urdnot Bakara
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Lani Minella]]
|-
! Leviathan
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| Anthony Skordi
|-
! Dr. Ann Bryson
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Fay Masterson]]
|-
! Henry Lawson
| style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Alan Dale]]
|-
! Oleg Petrovsky
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Brian George]]
|-
! Nyreen Kandros
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Sumalee Montano]]
|-
! Maya Brooks
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Siobhan Hewlett]]
|}

===Spin-off game series characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:99%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center;"| Game
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect Galaxy]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Infiltrator]]''
|-
! [[Jacob Taylor (Mass Effect)|Jacob Taylor]]
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! [[Miranda Lawson]]
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Jath'Amon
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Derek Izunami
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Nax
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Batha
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Clint "Black Eye" Darragh
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Illo Nazario
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Randall Ezno
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Director
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Inali Renata
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! X1
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|}

===Novel series characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:99%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="4" style="text-align:center;"| Novel
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Revelation]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Ascension]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Retribution]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Deception]]''
|-
! Kahlee Sanders
| colspan="4"| ''Appeared''
|-
! David Anderson
| ''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
| colspan="2 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Illusive Man
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="3 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Paul Grayson
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="2 "|''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Gillian Grayson
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Hendel Mitra
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Saren Arterius
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3 "|''Mentioned''
|-
! Jon Grissom
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2 "|''Mentioned''
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Kai Leng
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |
| colspan="2 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Aria T'Loak
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |
| colspan="2" "|''Appeared''
|-
! Nick Donahue
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="3 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Commander Shepard
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="3"| ''Mentioned''
|}

===Comic series characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:99%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:9%;"| Character
! colspan="5" style="text-align:center;"| Comic
! colspan="5" style="text-align:center;"| Mini-comic
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Redemption]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Evolution''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Invasion''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Homeworlds''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Foundation''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Incursion''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Inquistion''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Conviction''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Blasto: Eternity Is Forever''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: He Who Laughs Best''
|-
! Aria T'Loak
|''Appeared''
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Liara T'Soni
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|| ''Appeared''
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  

|-
! Feron
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Shadow Broker
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Miranda Lawson
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Tazzik
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Harbinger
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Jack Harper/Illusive Man
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Saren Arterius
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| style="background:lightgrey;"|  
|''Mentioned''
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Eva Coré
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! General Williams
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Desolas Arterius
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Ben Hislop
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
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===Movie characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:100%;"
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! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Paragon Lost]]''
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! James Vega
| colspan="1"|[[Freddie Prinze, Jr.]]
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! Treeya
| colspan="1"|[[Monica Rial]]
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! Essex
| colspan="1"|[[Eric Vale]]
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! Kamille
| colspan="1"|[[Laura Bailey (actress)|Laura Bailey]]
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! Messner
| colspan="1"|[[Vic Mignogna]]
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! Mason
| colspan="1"|Marc Swint
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! Milque
| colspan="1"|[[Todd Haberkorn]]
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! Nicky
| colspan="1"|[[Josh Grelle]]
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! Christine
| colspan="1"|[[Kara Edwards]]
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! April
| colspan="1"|Jad Saxton
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! Captain Toni
| colspan="1"|[[Travis Willingham]]
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! Archuk
| colspan="1"|[[Jason Douglas]]
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! Brood
| colspan="1"|[[Justin Cook]]
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! Admiral Steven Hackett
| colspan="1"|Bruce Carey
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! David Anderson
| colspan="1"|[[Patrick Seitz]]
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! Liara T'Soni
| colspan="1"|[[Jamie Marchi]]
|}

==See also==
*''[[Star Control II]]''

==References==
{{reflist|30em}}

==External links==
* [http://masseffect.bioware.com/ ''Mass Effect'' official website]
* [http://masseffect.wikia.com/wiki/Mass_Effect_Wiki The Mass Effect Wiki, an external wiki]

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Mass Effect

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{{About|the video game series|the first video game|Mass Effect (video game)|other uses|Mass effect (disambiguation)}}
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{{Infobox VG series
| title = Mass Effect
| image = [[File:Masseffectlogo.png]]
| caption = ''Mass Effect'' logo
| developer = [[BioWare]]
| publisher = [[Microsoft Game Studios]] (2007) [[Electronic Arts]] (2008-present)
| genre = [[Action role-playing game|Action role-playing]], [[third-person shooter]]
| platforms = [[Xbox 360]], [[Microsoft Windows]], [[PlayStation 3]], [[iOS]], [[Wii U]], [[Android (operating system)|Android]], [[Windows Phone]]
| platform of origin = Xbox 360
| first release version = ''[[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]''
| first release date = November 20, 2007
| latest release version = ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''
| latest release date = March 6, 2012
| website = [http://masseffect.bioware.com/ BioWare Mass Effect]
}}

'''''Mass Effect''''' is a [[science fiction]] [[Action role-playing game|action role-playing]] [[third person shooter]] [[video game]] series developed by the Canadian company [[BioWare]] and released for the [[Xbox 360]], [[PlayStation 3]], and [[Microsoft Windows]], with the third installment also released on the [[Wii U]]. The trilogy largely revolves around a soldier by the name of [[Commander Shepard]], whose mission is to save the [[Milky Way|galaxy]] from a race of powerful [[mechanical engineering|mechanical]] beings known as the Reapers and their agents, including the game's antagonist [[Saren Arterius]]. The first game sees Shepard investigating Saren, who Shepard slowly comes to understand is operating under the guidance of Sovereign, a Reaper left behind in the Milky Way tens of thousands of years before, when the Reapers exterminated virtually all sentient organic life in the galaxy as part of a recurrent cycle of genocide for an unknown purpose. Sovereign is a vanguard whose purpose is to trigger the imminent return of the Reaper fleet hibernating in [[Extragalactic astronomy|extra-galactic]] dark space, restarting the process of extermination. [[Mass Effect 2|The second game]] takes place two years later, and sees Shepard battling the Collectors, an alien race abducting entire human colonies in a plan to help the Reapers return to the Milky Way. [[Mass Effect 3|The final game]] of Shepard's trilogy centers on the final battle against the Reapers.

All three games have received critical acclaim for their storyline, characters, romances, voice acting, choices, and the depth of the galaxy.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://borderhouseblog.com/?p=6665 |title=The Border House Podcast Episode 1 Transcript |publisher=Borderhouseblog.com |date=2011-11-01 |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref> Video game website [[GamesRadar]] called ''Mass Effect'' the best new franchise of the generation, saying the galaxy was so well-constructed that it felt like a decades-old franchise and represented "a high-water mark for video games as a story-telling medium."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamesradar.com/the-top-7-best-new-franchises-of-this-generation/ |title=Top 7 Best New Franchises of this Generation |publisher=GamesRadar |date=2010-11-08 |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>

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==Games==
A trilogy of games has been released, each continuing the previous game's story in chronological order. The ''Mass Effect'' series combines [[action role-playing game]] elements, with the main series games being in [[third-person perspective]]. The protagonist can use two AI-controlled squad members in battle, which usually consist of members he or she has recruited from various places and for various reasons, and taken onto the ''Normandy'', Shepard's starship. The player could make perspective decisions depending upon the situation. At these times, the player has multiple sets of dialogue choices with which to respond to NPCs, separated by tone. Starting from ''Mass Effect 2'', the player can interrupt cut-scenes calmly or aggressively. The games often have various mini-games in them as well, such as drinking, dancing and romancing characters. A fourth major game has been rumored by tweets by Casey Hudson, as he asked "We're in early stages of designing a completely new ''Mass Effect'' game. What would you want to see in it?"<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/CaseyDHudson/status/266612856517181440|title=New mass effect game|first=Casey|last=Hudson}}</ref>

All three major installments of the ''Mass Effect'' trilogy have been met with commercial success as well as critical acclaim. The series is highly regarded for its narrative, character development, voice acting, universe and emphasis on player choice affecting the experience.

===Main trilogy===
{{VG Series Reviews
|updated = December 31, 2012
|game1 = [[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]
|gr1 = (X360) 91.24%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/930279-mass-effect/index.html |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PC) 89.70%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/944902-mass-effect/index.html |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PS3) 82.00%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/689056-mass-effect/index.html |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref>
|mc1 = (X360) 91<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mass-effect |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PC) 89<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mass-effect |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PS3) 85<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mass-effect |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref>
|game2 = [[Mass Effect 2]]
|gr2 = (X360) 95.69%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/944907-mass-effect-2/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PC) 94.52%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/944906-mass-effect-2/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PS3) 93.24%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/605239-mass-effect-2/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref>
|mc2 = (X360) 96<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mass-effect-2 |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PC) 94<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mass-effect-2 |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PS3) 94<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mass-effect-2 |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref>
|game3 = [[Mass Effect 3]]
|gr3 = (X360) 92.12%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/995452-mass-effect-3/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PS3) 91.65%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/615759-mass-effect-3/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (WIIU) 88.25%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/wii-u/673037-mass-effect-3-special-edition/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3: Special Edition'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PC) 87.75%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/995487-mass-effect-3/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref>
|mc3 = (X360) 93<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mass-effect-3 |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PS3) 93<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mass-effect-3 |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PC) 89<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mass-effect-3 |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (WIIU) 87<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/wii-u/mass-effect-3-special-edition |title=''Mass Effect 3: Special Edition'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref>
}}

====''Mass Effect''====
{{Main|Mass Effect (video game)}}
''Mass Effect'' (2007), the first game in the series, was originally created as an exclusive title for the Xbox 360 but was later ported to Microsoft Windows by [[Demiurge Studios]], and to the [[PlayStation 3]] by [[Edge of Reality]]. The game focuses on the protagonist, Commander Shepard, and his or her quest to stop the rogue Spectre Saren Arterius from leading an army of sentient machines, called the Geth, to conquer the galaxy. During pursuit of Saren, Shepard learns of a far greater threat in the form of the Reapers. Saren has been mentally enslaved by the Reaper [[Vanguard (military tactics)|vanguard]] Sovereign, sent into Citadel Space to initiate the purge of all advanced sentient life in the galaxy, a cycle repeated by the Reapers every 50,000 years.

=====Downloadable content=====
* ''Bring Down the Sky'': Released on March 10, 2008 for the Xbox 360 as a paid download and on July 29, 2008 for Windows as a free download.
* ''Pinnacle Station'': Released on August 25, 2009.

====''Mass Effect 2''====
{{Main|Mass Effect 2}}
''Mass Effect 2'', the second main game in the series, was released on January 26, 2010 in North America and January 29 in Europe.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/103/1035830p1.html|title=Mass Effect 2 Release Date Announced|first=Jim|last=Reilly}}</ref> A great deal of secrecy surrounded the game prior to launch, with few details emerging other than Casey Hudson, Project Director for BioWare, stating that "players should keep their save files, because decisions made by the player in the first game will continue to have influences on their character in the sequel."<ref name="GI1">{{Cite news | last = GI Staff | date = March 2008 | title = Afterwards: ''Mass Effect'' | periodical = [[Game Informer]] | issue = 179 | page = 24 | postscript = }}</ref><ref name="keep saves">{{cite web | last = Brudvig | first = Erik | title = BioWare Suggests Hanging on to Mass Effect Saves | publisher = IGN | date = 2009-02-23 | url = http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/956/956202p1.html | accessdate = 2009-03-08}}</ref> The game takes place two years after the events of ''Mass Effect''. Human colonies are being attacked, their colonists disappearing without a trace. The game's protagonist, Commander Shepard, is forced into an uneasy alliance with the pro-Human paramilitary organization, Cerberus, in an effort to discover the cause. Evidence emerges pointing to the 'Collectors', an advanced, enigmatic race of insect-like humanoids. Adding to the threat is the revelation that the Collectors are working for the Reapers. Shepard sets out on a "suicide mission" to stop the Collectors, accompanied by a hand-picked team of soldiers, assassins, mercenaries, and specialists. ''Mass Effect 2'' has received overwhelming critical and public praise since its release, for its characters, storyline, voice acting, and refined combat and gameplay with many critics calling it a major improvement over the original and an easy [[Game of the Year]] contender despite its January release. At [[Gamescom]] 2010, it was announced that a [[PlayStation 3]] version would become available, which was released on January 18, 2011.

=====Downloadable content=====
{{Main|Mass Effect 2 downloadable content}}
* ''Normandy Crash Site'': Released on January 26, 2010 as a free download.
* ''Zaeed - The Price of Revenge'': Released on January 28, 2010 as a free download.
* ''Firewalker'': Released on March 23, 2010. Added 5 vehicle-based missions.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Kasumi - Stolen Memory|Kasumi - Stolen Memory]]'': Released on April 6, 2010.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Overlord|Overlord]]'': Released on June 15, 2010.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Lair of the Shadow Broker|Lair of the Shadow Broker]]'': Released on September 7, 2010.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Arrival|Arrival]]'': Released on March 29, 2011 and acts as a bridge for ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''.

====''Mass Effect 3''====
{{Main|Mass Effect 3}}
''Mass Effect 3'', the third and final installment in the ''Mass Effect'' trilogy, was released on March 6, 2012.<ref>{{cite web|title=Mass Effect 3 Thrusts Its Way into Early 2012|author=Mike Fahey|publisher=Kotaku|accessdate=4 March 2011|date=4 March 2011|url=http://kotaku.com/5798587/mass-effect-3-will-be-an-early-2012-release}}</ref> Casey Hudson commented that ''Mass Effect 3'' "will be easier [to develop] because we don't have to worry about continuity into the next one."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.shacknews.com/article/61666/bioware-already-looking-forward-to|title=BioWare Already Looking Forward to Mass Effect 3}}</ref> However, decisions will still be imported from the two previous titles to ''Mass Effect 3'', as to keep continuity within the series.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://meforums.bioware.com/viewtopic.html?topic=714128&forum=144 |title=Choose Language | BioWare Social Network |publisher=Meforums.bioware.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref> In the final chapter of the trilogy, the Reapers have returned in force, and have begun their purge of the galaxy, attacking [[Earth]]. During this attack Commander Shepard is on Earth and forced to flee.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bunker37.com/2011/08/a-mass-effect-3-gameplay-preview/ |title = A Mass Effect 3 Gameplay Preview}}</ref> After fleeing Earth, Commander Shepard must hurry and rally the advanced races of the galaxy to make one final stand, not only to save Earth, but also to break a cycle that has continued for millions of years (hence providing the answer to [[Fermi's Paradox]]). Casey Hudson stated in an interview at the Consumer Electronics Show that ''Mass Effect 3'' would complete the story arc of Commander Shepard, and would pull in over 1,000 variables from ''Mass Effect'' and ''Mass Effect 2'' to shape how players experience the final chapter. The first official trailer was unveiled on December 11, 2010 during the [[Spike TV]] Video Game Awards.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/15/interview-bioware-casey-hudson-on-the-making-of-mass-effect-2|title=Interview: BioWare's Casey Hudson on the making of Mass Effect 2}}</ref>

=====Downloadable content=====
{{Main|Mass Effect 3 downloadable content}}
* ''From Ashes'': Released on the game's release date.
* ''Extended Cut'': Released on June 26, 2012 as a free download. Featured new cinematic sequences and epilogue scenes that expanded upon the original ending.
* ''Leviathan'': Released on August 28, 2012.
* ''Omega'': Released on November 27, 2012.
* ''Citadel'': Released on March 5, 2013. For the Xbox 360 the content was released in two separate downloadable packs because of its larger than usual size. The first pack requires purchase, but the second pack is free; however, both packs are required in order to access the content.<ref>{{cite web|last=Goldfarb|first=Andrew|title=Final Mass Effect 3 Single-Player, Multiplayer DLC * ''Genesis 2'': Released on April 2, 2013. The content is the sequel to the interactive comic ''Genesis'' which was featured in ''Mass Effect 2''. The interactive comic recaps the events of ''Mass Effect 2'' Announced|url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2013/02/21/final-mass-effect-3-single-player-multiplayer-dlc-announced|publisher=IGN}}</ref> It is the final DLC pack released for ''Mass Effect 3''.<ref>http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/324/index/15961411</ref>

====''Mass Effect Trilogy''====
{{Infobox video game
| title = Mass Effect Trilogy
| collapsible = yes
| state = collapsed
| image = [[File:Me3 trilogy 01.jpg|256px]]
| developer = [[BioWare]]
| publisher = [[Electronic Arts]]
| release = '''Xbox 360 & Microsoft Windows''' {{vgrelease|INT=November 6, 2012}}'''PlayStation 3''' {{vgrelease|NA=December 4, 2012|EU=December 7, 2012}}
| genre = [[Role-playing game|Action role-playing]], [[third-person shooter]]
| modes = [[Single-player video game|Single-player]], [[Cooperative gameplay|co-op]] [[Multiplayer video game|multiplayer]]
| platforms = [[Xbox 360]], [[Microsoft Windows]], [[PlayStation 3]]
| media = [[Optical disc]]
}}
On September 26, 2012, BioWare announced the ''Mass Effect Trilogy'', a re-release of all three games in one pack. The bundle included a new premium foil box featuring artwork of Commander Shepard, and the multiplayer component of ''Mass Effect 3'' was still available. The pack was released on November 6, 2012 for [[Xbox 360]] and [[Microsoft Windows]], and on December 4, 2012 for the [[PlayStation 3]] (coinciding with the [[PlayStation Network]] release of [[Mass Effect (video game)|the first game]]).<ref>{{cite web|title=Mass Effect Trilogy – November 6th 2012|url=http://www.masseffect.com/about/trilogy/}}{{dead link|date=September 2013}}</ref><ref name="PS3">http://blog.bioware.com/2012/11/01/ryan-warden-an-update-on-the-mass-effect-trilogy/</ref>

===Spin-offs===

====''Mass Effect Galaxy''====
'''''[[Mass Effect Galaxy]]''''' (2009): This is backstory set between the events of ''Mass Effect'' and ''Mass Effect 2'' and exclusively on the [[iOS]] platform. The story is focused around two characters who appear as squad members in ''Mass Effect 2'': [[Jacob Taylor (Mass Effect)|Jacob Taylor]] and [[Miranda Lawson]]. When the passenger liner Arcturian Jade is attacked by Batarian raiders with Jacob on it, he takes on the task of defending the ship. After safely arriving at their destination on the Citadel, Jacob's former CO contacts him about an undercover Alliance operation in the Nemean Abyss to investigate the Batarians' increasingly aggressive activities.

====''Mass Effect: Infiltrator''====
'''''[[Mass Effect: Infiltrator]]''''' (2012): A third-person shooter released on the [[Android (operating system)|Android]], [[BlackBerry 10]], iOS and [[Windows Phone 8]] platforms. The story for ''Infiltrator'' involves Randall Ezno, a Cerberus agent, who discovers Cerberus's cruelty and goes rogue, killing Cerberus troopers and freeing prisoners from a hostile base. Players will "receive rewards" for collecting evidence of Cerberus' crimes. According to EA, "Every completed rescue and intelligence discovery in Infiltrator will increase a player's Galactic Readiness rating directly through the 'Galaxy at War' system in ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''."<ref name="infiltrator">{{cite web | last = Hamilton | first = Kirk | title = BioWare’s Mass Effect iOS Game is the Third-Person Shooter Mass Effect: Infiltrator | publisher = Kotaku | date = 2012-02-07 | url = http://kotaku.com/5883125/biowares-mass-effect-ios-game-is-the-third+person-shooter-mass-effect-infiltrator | accessdate = 2012-02-07}}</ref>

====''Mass Effect: Datapad''====
'''''Mass Effect: Datapad''''' (2012): A free app for iOS devices. ''Datapad'' will allow players to check the status of the galaxy map in ''[[Mass Effect 3]]'' and receive messages from characters. ''Datapad'' will also contain information about the characters, races, vehicles, weapons, and storyline of the ''Mass Effect'' universe, as well as mini-games that interact with the ''Mass Effect 3'' 'Galaxy at War' system.

===Future of the franchise===

On November 12, 2012, BioWare announced that they are working on a new ''Mass Effect'' project and that it would use the [[Frostbite (game engine)|Frostbite 3]] engine, much like ''[[Dragon Age: Inquisition]]''.<ref>{{cite web|author=by BioWare |url=http://blog.bioware.com/2012/11/12/an-update-from-bioware-montreal/ |title=An Update From BioWare Montreal | BioWare Blog |publisher=Blog.bioware.com |date=2012-11-12 |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>
The game will be produced in [[Montréal]].

The game was officially announced at [[E3 2014]] on June 9, 2014.

According to BioWare community manager Chris Priestly, BioWare does not want people to refer to the next game as ''Mass Effect 4''. {{centered pull quote|To call the next game 'Mass Effect 4' or 'ME4' is doing it a disservice and seems to cause a lot of confusion here. We have already said that the Commander Shepard trilogy is over and that the next game will not feature him/her. That is the only detail you have on the game. I see people saying 'well, they’ll have to pick a canon ending.' No, because the game does not have to come after. Or before. Or off to the side. Or with characters you know. Or yaddayaddayadda. Wherever, whenever, whoever, etc will all be revealed years down the road when we actually start talking about it. I do not call the game ME4 when I talk about it ever, [because] that makes people think of it more as 'what happens after 'Mass Effect 3' rather than 'what game happens next set in the 'Mass Effect' Universe. Obviously fans are going to speculate content, character and story until we actually reveal details in the years or months to come as you have almost no actual details, just don’t get bogged down in 'well how are they going to continue ME3.'|author=Chris Priestly}}

This statement was followed up by BioWare Edmonton chief Yanick Roy. {{centered pull quote|What Chris is saying is that thinking of the next 'Mass Effect' game as 'Mass Effect 4' would imply a certain linearity, a straight evolution of the gameplay and story of the first three games. Story-wise, the arc of the first trilogy has also been concluded, and what we will do is tell a new story set in the 'Mass Effect' universe. That doesn’t mean that events of the first three games and the choices you made won’t get recognized, but they likely won’t be what this new story will focus on. I apologize for being cryptic right now, but it’s early enough in development that we don’t have much to share – things still fluctuate quite a bit.|author=Yanick Roy}}

In March 2013, BioWare Montreal executive producer [[Casey Hudson]] revealed at [[PAX East]] that BioWare was beginning work on the next installment in the franchise. {{centered pull quote|We are starting to get ready to develop another ''Mass Effect'' game, and it's going to be a new thing. We want to be able to give fans an opportunity to get back into the world with these things you've come to know and love about the ''Mass Effect'' experience, but start something fresh and new; a new way for you to explore the whole universe in ''Mass Effect''.|author=Casey Hudson}}

At [[E3 2014]], the next installment in the ''Mass Effect'' franchise was briefly shown with early conceptual footage and information about the game.<ref>{{cite web|title=E3 2014: New Mass Effect Contains "Nods" for Fans of the Original Trilogy|url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/e3-2014-new-mass-effect-contains-nods-for-fans-of-the-original-trilogy/1100-6420395/|accessdate=July 20, 2014}}</ref>

As of August 7, ''Mass Effect'' creator [[Casey Hudson]] left BioWare.<ref>{{cite web|title=Mass Effect Creator Leaves BioWare| url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2014/08/07/mass-effect-creator-leaves-bioware|accessdate=September 19, 2014}}</ref>

==Expanded universe==

===Novels===
*'''''[[Mass Effect: Revelation]]''''' (2007): The first novel based on ''Mass Effect'', the plot is centered around then-Lieutenant [[Characters of Mass Effect#David Anderson|David Anderson]] and tells the story of how he came to know Saren. It expands on the history of the ''Mass Effect'' universe and reveals in detail how Anderson failed to become the first human Spectre. ''Mass Effect: Revelation'' was written by [[Drew Karpyshyn]].
*'''''Mass Effect: Ascension''''' (2008): The second novel based on ''Mass Effect'', the plot centers around protagonist Paul Grayson, a member of Cerberus, who is in charge of raising a biotic girl named Gillian. It is set approximately two months after the ending events of the first game. ''Mass Effect: Ascension'' is the second novel set in the ''Mass Effect'' universe to be written by Drew Karpyshyn.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.drewkarpyshyn.com/novels.htm |title=Drew Karpyshyn Creative Works |publisher=Drewkarpyshyn.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Retribution''''' (2010): On July 27, 2010, BioWare released the third ''Mass Effect'' novel written by Drew Karpyshyn, a sequel to ''Mass Effect 2'' and ''Mass Effect: Ascension''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cinemablend.com/games/Mass-Effect-Retribution-Announced-22215.html|title=Mass Effect: Retribution Announced}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.drewkarpyshyn.com/news.htm |title=Drew Karpyshyn Creative Works |publisher=Drewkarpyshyn.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Deception''''' (2012): The fourth ''Mass Effect'' novel, it centers on Gillian Grayson. The first book in the series to be written by [[William C. Dietz]]. Response to the novel has been negative due to a large number of inconsistencies with lore and characterization, prompting many fans to petition BioWare to disregard the novel as canon.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/323/index/9070774/1 |title=''Mass Effect: Deception'' critique on official Bioware forums |publisher=Social.bioware.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XBpMF3ONlI308D9IGG8KICBHfWKU0sXh0ntukv-_cmo/edit?pli=1 |title=Canon errors in ''Mass Effect: Deception'' |publisher= |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://games.ign.com/articles/121/1217690p1.html |title=Mass Effect Tie-in Novel Filled with Errors |publisher=IGN |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref> In response to these widespread complaints, BioWare and Del Rey have announced that a number of changes are being made for future editions of the novel.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/323/index/9150901 |title='''Mass Effect 3 Official Forum''' - ''Del Rey and Bioware comment on Mass Effect: Deception'' |publisher=Social.bioware.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>

====Fan novels====
'''''Mass Effect: Pick Your Path''''' (2012) is a popular interactive fiction novel written by Mike Kayatta that runs parallel to the events of ''Mass Effect 2''. It follows the exploits of an unnamed Citadel merchant who chases Commander Shepard around the galaxy to gain an endorsement for his shop. Encouraged by The Illusive Man for unknown reasons, the merchant becomes haplessly entangled with the dangerous aftermath of Shepard's various adventures. The story, considered similar to the [[Choose Your Own Adventure]] series of books,<ref name="tvtropes1">{{cite web|url=http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/ChooseYourOwnAdventure|title=Choose Your Own Adventure|publisher= TV Tropes}}</ref> features the same choice-driven format of the games, allowing the reader to choose between "paragon" or "renegade" actions, drastically affect the ending, and even romance a selection of unique party members. The full story was published by [[The Escapist (magazine)|The Escapist]] in March, 2012.<ref name="Escapist1">{{cite web|url=http://www.escapistmagazine.com/articles/view/features/9514-Pick-Your-Path-Mass-Effect|title=Mass Effect: Pick Your Path|publisher=Escapist Magazine|date=2012-03-28}}</ref>

===Comics===
[[File:10.15.11MacWaltersByLuigiNovi1.jpg|thumb|Writer Mac Walters in front of a ''Mass Effect'' poster at the [[Dark Horse Comics]] booth at the 2011 [[New York Comic Con]].]]
{{Main|Mass Effect (comic)}}
*'''''[[Mass Effect: Redemption]]''''' is a four-part [[comic book]] mini-series that was released between January and April 2010. The story, which revolves around Liara T'Soni, is set in the interim period between the prologue and main storyline of ''Mass Effect 2'', and is related to the [[downloadable content]] ''Lair of the Shadow Broker'' that was released for the game.<ref name="ME_Redemption_IGN_20090721_Schedeen">
{{Cite web
|url=http://comics.ign.com/articles/100/1005868p1.html
|title=Mass Effect Comes to Comics
|last=Schedeen |first=Jesse
|date={{Date|2009-07-21}}
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Press-Releases/1748/Mass-Effect-Explodes-Into-Comics-7-21-09
|title=Mass Effect Explodes Into Comics!
|date={{Date|2009-07-21}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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{{Cite web
|url=http://www.ign.com/comics/mass-effect-redemption
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion
|date=January 2010
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Redemption #1
|date={{Date|January 06, 2010}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
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|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
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|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
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|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
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*'''''Mass Effect: Incursion''''' is an on-line comic (8 pages) that follows Aria T'Loak's encounter with the Collectors one week prior to the opening events of ''Mass Effect 2''. The events of ''Incursion'' link into the events of the comic miniseries ''Mass Effect: Redemption''. It was released June 21, 2010 through [[IGN]].<ref name="ME_Incursion_IGN_20100621_George">
{{Cite web
|url=http://comics.ign.com/articles/110/1100605p1.html
|title=Exclusive Mass Effect Short Story
|first=Richard | last=George
|date={{Date|2010-06-21}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]] via [[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Incursion - Page 1
|date={{Date|2010-06-21}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]] via [[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Incursion - Page 2
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|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]] via [[IGN]]
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|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]] via [[IGN]]
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|title=Mass Effect: Incursion - Page 8
|date={{Date|2010-06-21}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]] via [[IGN]]
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*'''''Mass Effect: Inquisition''''' is an on-line comic (8 pages) written by Mac Walters. Taking place after ''Mass Effect 2'', the plot follows Captain Armando-Owen Bailey during his investigation of Executor Venari Pallin and corruption within C-Sec. It was released October 26, 2010 through ''[[USA Today]]''.<ref name="ME_Inquisition_USAT_20101024_Hargo">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.usatoday.com/life/comics/2010-10-25-masseffect25_ST_N.htm
|title='Mass Effect: Inquisition' is ready to blast off
|first=Tory |last=Hargro
|date={{Date|2010-10-24}}
|work=[[USA Today]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
}}
</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Evolution''''' is a four-part [[comic book]] mini-series. The first issue was released in January 2011. The story focuses on the origin of the [[Illusive Man]] and is set during the First Contact War, shortly after the discovery of the Mass Relays.<ref>{{cite web | last = George | first = Richard | title = SDCC 10: Mass Effect: The Origin of the Illusive Man | publisher = IGN | date = 2010-07-15 | url = http://comics.ign.com/articles/110/1106020p1.html | accessdate=2010-08-03}}</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Conviction''''' is a free short (10 page) single issue mini-comic written by Mac Walters. Taking place before ''Mass Effect 3'', the plot follows Lieutenant James Vega during his stay on Omega before returning to Systems Alliance service. Released in September, 2011 available through a digital distribution promotion exclusively at participating retailers.<ref name="ME_Conviction_CB_20111009_LeMoyne">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.comicbooked.com/review-mass-effect-conviction/
|title=Review - Mass Effect: Conviction
|first=R. B. |last=LeMoyne
|date={{Date|9/10/2011}}
|publisher=Comic Booked
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-07}}
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|url=http://imgur.com/a/vY9yc#Tz0D9
|title=Mass Effect: Conviction - Imgur
|publisher=[[Imgur]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-07}}
}}
</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Invasion''''' is a comic book series (4 issues) released between October 2011 and January 2012. It follows Aria T'Loak, the pirate queen of the space station Omega, as her station comes under attack from a new threat unleashed by Cerberus, the human survivalist organization.<ref name="ME_Invasion_IGN_Listing">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.ign.com/comics/mass-effect-invasion
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion
|date=October 2011
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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</ref><ref name="ME_Invasion_DH_Invasion_Issue_1_MCcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/17-568/Mass-Effect-Invasion-1-Massimo-Carnevale-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #1 (Massimo Carnevale cover)
|date={{Date|October 19, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
}}
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{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/18-733/Mass-Effect-Invasion-1-Paul-Renaud-25th-anniversary-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #1 (Paul Renaud 25th anniversary cover)
|date={{Date|October 19, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
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|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #2 (Massimo Carnevale cover)
|date={{Date|November 16, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #2 (Paul Renaud variant cover)
|date={{Date|November 16, 2011}}
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|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #3 (Massimo Carnevale cover)
|date={{Date|December 21, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|date={{Date|December 21, 2011}}
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|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/17-631/Mass-Effect-Invasion-4-Massimo-Carnevale-regular-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #4 (Massimo Carnevale regular cover)
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|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
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|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #4 (Paul Renaud variant cover)
|date={{Date|January 18, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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*'''''Mass Effect: Homeworlds''''' is a comic book series (4 issues) written by game lead writer Mac Walters released April 25, 2012. Each issue focuses on a main character from the ''Mass Effect'' series.<ref name="ME_Homeworlds_Kotaku_20120104_Narcisse">
{{Cite web
|url=http://kotaku.com/5873051/mass-effects-newest-cast-member-gets-the-spotlight-in-a-new-dark-horse-comics-series/
|title=Mass Effect’s Newest Cast Member Kicks Off New Dark Horse Comics Series
|first=Evan |last=Narcisse
|date={{Date|1/04/2012 }}
|work=[[Kotaku]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_IGN_Listing">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.ign.com/comics/mass-effect-homeworlds
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds
|date=April 2012
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_DH_Homeworlds_Issue_1_APcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/20-458/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-1-Anthony-Palumbo-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #1 (Anthony Palumbo cover)
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|date={{Date|April 25, 2012}}
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/21-310/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-1-Mike-Hawthorne-Variant-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #1 (Mike Hawthorne Variant cover)
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|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/20-459/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-2-Anthony-Palumbo-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #2 (Anthony Palumbo cover)
|date={{Date|May 30, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #2 (Mike Hawthorne Variant cover)
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|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
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|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/20-460/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-3-Anthony-Palumbo-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #3 (Anthony Palumbo cover)
|date={{Date|July 25, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #3 (Mike Hawthorne variant cover)
|date={{Date|July 25, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
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|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/20-461/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-4-Anthony-Palumbo-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #4 (Anthony Palumbo cover)
|date={{Date|August 29, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/21-313/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-4-Mike-Hawthorne-variant-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #4 (Mike Hawthorne variant cover)
|date={{Date|August 29, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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*'''''Mass Effect: Blasto: Eternity Is Forever''''' is a short (14 page) single issue mini-comic written by Mac Walters released on November 7, 2012 through digital distribution. The main character is Blasto, a Hanar Spectre featured in several ''Mass Effect'' films as the galaxy's first Hanar Spectre.<ref name="ME_Blasto_DH_Info_Page">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/22-887/Mass-Effect-Blasto---Eternity-is-Forever-Digital-Exclusive
|title=Mass Effect: Blasto - Eternity is Forever (Digital Exclusive)
|date={{Date|November 07, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Blasto_Kotaku_20121014_Narcisse">
{{Cite web
|url=http://kotaku.com/5951224/mass-effect-3s-best-action-hero-is-getting-his-own-comic
|title=Mass Effect 3’s Best Action Hero Is Getting His Own Comic
|first=Evan |last=Narcisse
|date=14 Oct 2012
|work=[[Kotaku]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Blasto_Gameranx_20121012_Celestin_Greer">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/10002/article/mass-effect-s-blasto-gets-his-own-comic/
|title=Mass Effect's Blasto Gets His Own Comic
|first= Ajané |last=Celestin-Greer
|date={{Date|10/12/2012}}
|publisher=Gameranx
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref>
* '''''Mass Effect: He Who Laughs Best''''' is a short (10 page) single issue mini-comic written by Mac Walters released on May 4, 2013 for [[Free Comic Book Day]] 2013. It explains how Jeff "Joker" Moreau became the SSV Normandy's pilot prior to the events of ''Mass Effect''.<ref>http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/22-872/Free-Comic-Book-Day-2013-Mass-Effect-Killjoys-R-I-P-D</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Foundation''''' is a 13 issue comic series written by Mac Walters. The first issue was released on July 24, 2013. It features a story that runs parallel to the game trilogy and is designed to expand the universe as a whole.<ref name="ME_Foundation_Escapist_20130303_Slabaugh">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news/view/122467-Mass-Effect-Foundation-Expands-Shepards-Universe
|title=Mass Effect: Foundation Expands Shepard's Universe
|first=Brett |last=Slabaugh
|date=3 March 2013 
|publisher=[[The Escapist (magazine)|The Escapist]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Foundation_Forbes_20130303_Bosier">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.forbes.com/sites/jenniferbosier/2013/03/03/dark-horse-announces-mass-effect-foundation-comic-series/
|title=Dark Horse Announces Mass Effect: Foundation Comic Series
|first=Jen |last=Bosier
|date=3/03/2013 11:37 AM
|publisher=[[Forbes]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref>

===Films===
*'''''Mass Effect''''': On May 24, 2010, EA announced that [[Legendary Pictures]] and [[Warner Bros.]] acquired the rights to a ''Mass Effect'' film, with the game's executive producer Casey Hudson, as well as Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuck from BioWare, serving as executive producers. Initially, Legendary planned to produce the film with [[Thomas Tull]], Jon Jashni, and [[Avi Arad]], with a screenplay by [[Mark Protosevich]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.heatvisionblog.com/2010/05/mass-effect-video-game-on-way-to-movie-screen.html|title='Mass Effect' video game on way to movie screen.}}</ref> Protosevich and the producers have stated that the film will follow the plot of the original game.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.legendary.com/blog/sdcc-film-panel-questions-answered|author=Legendary Pictures|publisher=Legendary Pictures|title=Comic Con Q&A Mass Effect}}</ref> On October 24, 2012, ''[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]]'' announced that Morgan Davis Foehl would be writing the screenplay.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118061198|author=Justin Kroll and Marc Graser|publisher=Variety|title=Legendary arms 'Mass Effect' with new scribe}}</ref>
*'''''[[Mass Effect: Paragon Lost]]''''' (2012): On April 7, 2011, EA announced that anime distributor [[Funimation Entertainment]] and Japanese studio [[T.O Entertainment]] will produce an [[anime]] film adaptation based on the series.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2011-04-07/funimation-t.o-to-make-anime-movie-of-mass-effect-games|title=Funimation. T.O to Make Anime Movie of Mass Effect Games|publisher= [[Anime News Network]]|date=2011-04-07}}</ref> The film was released on December 28, 2012.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/MassEffectAnime/status/243115819280785408|title=Paragon Lost BD & DVD release date changes|publisher=|date=}}</ref> It serves as the prequel to ''[[Mass Effect 3]]'' and follows the early career of Alliance Marine James Vega as he leads an elite Special Forces squad into battle against The Collectors. Stationed at a colony in a remote star system, Vega and his soldiers must protect the civilians from a ruthless invasion by the Collectors, determined to capture the population for unknown purposes.

====Fan films====
'''''Mass Effect: Assignment''''' (2012) is a [[fan film]] that acts as a [[sidequel]] to the ''Mass Effect'' game series set in the same timeline, following a group of original characters. The film follows the story of two N7 Soldiers, Meer and Hale, who are hunting down Defoe, a smuggler whose cargo is of great interest to a lot of parties. The film was produced by filmmaking duo Sneaky Zebra and marks the first fan film set in the ''Mass Effect'' universe. The film features the unique element of being interactive much like the games series allowing the viewer to choose the path of the plot to four possible endings.<ref name="kotaku1">{{cite web|url=http://kotaku.com/5865339/this-fan+made-mass-effect-film-is-shaping-up-nicely|title=This Fan-Made Mass Effect Film is Shaping Up Nicely|publisher= Kotaku|date=2011-12-05}}</ref> Three character based teaser trailers were released in December via Machinma with the full short being released in February 2012.<ref name="kotaku1"/><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2012-02/21/mass-effect-fan-movie|title=Link to Wired.co.uk Article: Fans create interactive 'Mass Effect' film for YouTube|publisher= [[Wired (magazine)|Wired]]|date=2012-02-21}}</ref>

'''''Red Sand''''' (2012) is a fan film that serves as a prequel to the ''Mass Effect'' series. It is set 35 years before the plot of the games and tells the story of the discovery of the ancient Prothean ruins of Mars. The film stars [[Mark Meer]], voice of the male version of [[Characters of the Mass Effect universe#Commander Shepard|Commander Shepard]] in the games, as Colonel Jon Grissom. It was produced by the students and faculty of the Digital Video Program at the [[University of Advancing Technology]] in [[Tempe, Arizona]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://kotaku.com/5885575/this-mass-effect-movie-actually-stars-the-real-commander-shepard|title=This Mass Effect Movie Actually Stars the Real Commander Shepard|publisher= Kotaku|date=2012-02-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ingame.msnbc.msn.com/technology/ingame/move-over-hollywood-mass-effect-fans-bring-game-film-792972| title=Move over Hollywood, Mass Effect fans bring game to film|publisher= [[MSNBC]]|date=2012-05-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gameverse.com/2012/05/23/holy-mark-meer-batman-red-sand-looks-amazing/| title=Holy Mark Meer, Batman! Red Sand Looks Amazing!|publisher=Gameverse|date=2012-05-23}}</ref>

===Action figures===
Two series of action figures were released by [[DC Direct]] and Big Fish Toys for ''[[Mass Effect 2]]'' and ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''. Series one included action figures of Commander Shepard, Grunt, Tali, and Thane. Series two included Garrus, Legion, Miranda, and Mordin. Each figure features game-accurate accessories and can be found in game and hobby shops and various online retailers. The figures tied to ''Mass Effect 3'' include bonus downloadable content, which is exclusive and different for each character.

===Board games===
'''''[[Risk (board game)|Risk]]: Mass Effect Galaxy at War Edition''''' (2013) was announced by USAopoly and was released in Fall 2013.<ref>{{cite web
|url=http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/usaopoly-to-unveil-new-games-based-on-the-hottest-licenses-and-iconic-brands-190528631.html
|title=USAopoly To Unveil New Games Based On The Hottest Licenses And Iconic Brands
|publisher=[[PR Newswire]]
|date={{Date|2013-02-11}}
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-04}}
}}</ref><ref>{{cite web
|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/02/12/mass-effect-risk-coming-this-year
|title=Mass Effect Risk Coming This Year
|author=Andrew Goldfarb
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|date={{Date|February 12, 2013}}
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-04}}
}}</ref>

===Art books===
Two ''Mass Effect'' art books have been released: 2007's ''Art of Mass Effect'',<ref>Various contributors, 23 November 2007, ''Art of Mass Effect'', Prima Games, ISBN 9780761558514</ref> published by [[Prima Games]] and 2012's ''The Art of the Mass Effect Universe'',<ref>Various contributors, 21 February 2012, ''The Art of the Mass Effect Universe'', Dark Horse Comics,U.S., ISBN 9781595827685</ref> published by [[Dark Horse Comics]]. The former book showcases the design sketches and concept art which was created for the original ''Mass Effect'' game, while the latter includes art, sketches and paintings for the entire trilogy, including several pieces originally published in the first book.

==Characters==

===Main game series characters===
{{main|Characters of the Mass Effect universe}}
'''Note:''' Some characters may or may not appear in ''Mass Effect 2'' or ''Mass Effect 3'', depending on their fate in the previous games. Some of the characters only appear if the player has installed the relevant downloadable content (DLC).
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:100%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="3" style="text-align:center;"| Game
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect 2]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''
|-
! [[Commander Shepard]]
| colspan="3"| [[Mark Meer]] (male) [[Jennifer Hale]] (female)
|-
! [[Ashley Williams (Mass Effect)|Ashley Williams]]
| colspan="3"| [[Kimberly Brooks]]
|-
! [[Liara T'Soni]]
| colspan="3"| [[Ali Hillis]]
|-
! [[Kaidan Alenko]]
| colspan="3"| [[Raphael Sbarge]]
|-
! [[Garrus Vakarian]] / Archangel
| colspan="3"| [[Brandon Keener]]
|-
! [[Tali'Zorah]] vas Normandy/nar Rayya/Vas Neema
| colspan="3"| Liz Sroka
|-
! [[Miranda Lawson]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Yvonne Strahovski]]
|-
! [[Illusive Man|The Illusive Man]]
|style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Martin Sheen]]
|-
! Jeff "Joker" Moreau
| colspan="3"| [[Seth Green]]
|-
! David Anderson
| colspan="3"| [[Keith David]]
|-
! Urdnot Wrex
| colspan="3"| Steve Barr
|-
! EDI
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Tricia Helfer]]
|-
! Jacob Taylor
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Adam Lazarre-White
|-
! [[Mordin Solus]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| Michael Beattie
| [[William Salyers]]
|-
! Jack / Subject Zero
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Courtenay Taylor
|-
! Grunt
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Steven Blum]]
|-
! Thane Krios
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Keythe Farley]]
|-
! Legion
|style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| colspan="2"| [[D.C. Douglas]]
|-
! Samara
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Maggie Baird
|-
! Morinth
|style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|| [[Natalia Cigliuti]]
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Zaeed Massani
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Robin Sachs]]
|-
! Kasumi Goto
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Kym Hoy
|-
! James Vega
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|| [[Freddie Prinze, Jr.]]
|-
! Javik
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|| Ike Amadi
|-
! Admiral Steven Hackett
| colspan="3"| [[Lance Henriksen]]
|-
! Ambassador / Councilor Donnel Udina
| colspan="3"| [[Bill Ratner]]
|-
! Councilor Tevos
| colspan="3"| Jan Alexandra Smith
|-
! Councilor Valern
| colspan="3"| [[Armin Shimerman]]
|-
! Councilor Sparatus
| colspan="3"| [[Alastair Duncan]]
|-
! Councilor Irissa
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Susan Eisenberg]]
|-
! Councilor Esheel
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Grey DeLisle]]
|-
! Councilor Quentius
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Conrad Verner
| colspan="3"| Jeff Page
|-
! Engineer Gregory Adams
| [[Roger Jackson (actor)|Roger Jackson]]
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Roger Jackson (actor)|Roger Jackson]]
|-
! Captain / Major Kirrahe
| George Szilagyi
| ''Mentioned''
| George Szilagyi
|-
! Saren Arterius
| [[Fred Tatasciore]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Matriarch Benezia
| [[Marina Sirtis]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Sovereign
| [[Peter Jessop]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Ka'hairal Balak
| [[Fred Tatasciore]]
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Fred Tatasciore]]
|-
! Nihlus Kryik
| [[Alastair Duncan]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | ''Mentioned''
|-
! Navigator Charles Pressly
| colspan="2"| [[Dwight Schultz]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Yeoman Kelly Chambers
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Cara Pifko]]
|-
! Aria T'Loak
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Carrie-Anne Moss]]
|-
! Dr. Karin Chakwas
| colspan="3"| [[Carolyn Seymour]]
|-
! Dr. Chloe Michel
| Jan Alexandra Smith
| ''Mentioned''
| Jan Alexandra Smith
|-
! Captain / Commander Armando-Owen Bailey
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Michael Hogan (Canadian actor)|Michael Hogan]]
|-
! Engineer Kenneth "Ken" Donnelly
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| John Ullyatt
|-
! Engineer Gabriella "Gabby" Daniels
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Dannah Feinglass]]
|-
! Oriana Lawson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| ''Appeared''
| [[Laura Bailey (voice actress)|Laura Bailey]]
|-
! Gatatog Uvenk
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Michael Dorn]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Kal'Reegar
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Adam Baldwin]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Admiral Shala'Raan vas Tonbay
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Shohreh Aghdashloo]]
|-
! Admiral Han'Gerrel vas Neema
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Simon Templeman]]
|-
! Admiral Zaal'Korris vas Qwib-Qwib
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Martin Jarvis (actor)|Martin Jarvis]]
|-
! Admiral Daro'Xen vas Moreh
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Claudia Black]]
|-
! Harbinger
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Keith Szarabajka]]
| style="background:lightgrey;" | ''Appeared''
|-
! Kolyat Krios
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Quinton Flynn]]
|-
! Matriarch Aethyta
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Claudia Black]]
|-
! Nassana Dantius
| colspan="2"| [[Grey DeLisle]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Rana Thanoptis
| colspan="2"| Belinda Cornish
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Khalisah Bint Sinan al-Jilani
| colspan="3"| April Banigan
|-
! The Shadow Broker
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Steven Blum]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
(role assumed by Liara T'Soni)
|-
! Tela Vasir
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| Jessica Anne Bogart
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! David Archer
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Jesse Gervais
|-
! Gavin Archer
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Simon Templeman]]
|-
! Shiala
| colspan="2"| [[Gwendoline Yeo]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Gianna Parasini
| colspan="2"| Wendy Braun
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Emily Wong
| colspan="2"| [[Anndi McAfee]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Fist
| colspan="2"| John Wright
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Ambassador Din Korlack
| [[Lex Lang]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Lex Lang]]
|-
! Fai Dan
| [[Armin Shimerman]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Barla Von
| John Wright
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| John Wright
|-
! Consort Sha'ira
| [[Gwendoline Yeo]]
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Gwendoline Yeo]]
|-
! Kate Bowman
| [[Audrey Wasilewski]]
| ''Mentioned''
| style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Detective Anaya
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Cindy Robinson]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Niftu Cal
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Mark Meer]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Feron
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Yuri Lowenthal]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Warlord Okeer
| style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Dave Fennoy]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Vido Santiago
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Richard Green (actor)|Richard Green]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Donovan Hock
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| John Ulyatt
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Mess Sergeant Rupert Gardner
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Bill Ratner]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Dr. Amanda Kenson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| Victoria Gray
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Harkin / Fade
| colspan="2"| Roger Jackson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Steve Cortez
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Matthew Del Negro]]
|-
! Samantha Traynor
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Alix Wilton Regan]]
|-
! Diana Allers
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Jessica Chobot]]
|-
! Kai Leng
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Troy Baker]]
|-
! Kahlee Sanders
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Grey DeLisle]]
|-
! Primarch Adrien Victus
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Daniel Riordan]]
|-
! Dalatrass Linron
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Grey DeLisle]]
|-
! Eve / Urdnot Bakara
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Lani Minella]]
|-
! Leviathan
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| Anthony Skordi
|-
! Dr. Ann Bryson
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Fay Masterson]]
|-
! Henry Lawson
| style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Alan Dale]]
|-
! Oleg Petrovsky
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Brian George]]
|-
! Nyreen Kandros
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Sumalee Montano]]
|-
! Maya Brooks
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Siobhan Hewlett]]
|}

===Spin-off game series characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:99%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center;"| Game
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect Galaxy]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Infiltrator]]''
|-
! [[Jacob Taylor (Mass Effect)|Jacob Taylor]]
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! [[Miranda Lawson]]
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Jath'Amon
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Derek Izunami
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Nax
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Batha
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Clint "Black Eye" Darragh
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Illo Nazario
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Randall Ezno
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Director
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Inali Renata
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! X1
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|}

===Novel series characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:99%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="4" style="text-align:center;"| Novel
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Revelation]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Ascension]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Retribution]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Deception]]''
|-
! Kahlee Sanders
| colspan="4"| ''Appeared''
|-
! David Anderson
| ''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
| colspan="2 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Illusive Man
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="3 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Paul Grayson
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="2 "|''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Gillian Grayson
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Hendel Mitra
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Saren Arterius
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3 "|''Mentioned''
|-
! Jon Grissom
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2 "|''Mentioned''
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Kai Leng
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |
| colspan="2 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Aria T'Loak
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |
| colspan="2" "|''Appeared''
|-
! Nick Donahue
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="3 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Commander Shepard
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="3"| ''Mentioned''
|}

===Comic series characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:99%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:9%;"| Character
! colspan="5" style="text-align:center;"| Comic
! colspan="5" style="text-align:center;"| Mini-comic
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Redemption]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Evolution''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Invasion''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Homeworlds''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Foundation''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Incursion''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Inquistion''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Conviction''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Blasto: Eternity Is Forever''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: He Who Laughs Best''
|-
! Aria T'Loak
|''Appeared''
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Liara T'Soni
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|| ''Appeared''
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  

|-
! Feron
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Shadow Broker
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Miranda Lawson
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Tazzik
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Harbinger
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Jack Harper/Illusive Man
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
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! Saren Arterius
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! Eva Coré
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! General Williams
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! Desolas Arterius
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! Ben Hislop
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===Movie characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:100%;"
|-
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! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
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! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Paragon Lost]]''
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! James Vega
| colspan="1"|[[Freddie Prinze, Jr.]]
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! Treeya
| colspan="1"|[[Monica Rial]]
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! Essex
| colspan="1"|[[Eric Vale]]
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! Kamille
| colspan="1"|[[Laura Bailey (actress)|Laura Bailey]]
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! Messner
| colspan="1"|[[Vic Mignogna]]
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! Mason
| colspan="1"|Marc Swint
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! Milque
| colspan="1"|[[Todd Haberkorn]]
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! Nicky
| colspan="1"|[[Josh Grelle]]
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! Christine
| colspan="1"|[[Kara Edwards]]
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! April
| colspan="1"|Jad Saxton
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! Captain Toni
| colspan="1"|[[Travis Willingham]]
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! Archuk
| colspan="1"|[[Jason Douglas]]
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! Brood
| colspan="1"|[[Justin Cook]]
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! Admiral Steven Hackett
| colspan="1"|Bruce Carey
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! David Anderson
| colspan="1"|[[Patrick Seitz]]
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! Liara T'Soni
| colspan="1"|[[Jamie Marchi]]
|}

==See also==
*''[[Star Control II]]''

==References==
{{reflist|30em}}

==External links==
* [http://masseffect.bioware.com/ ''Mass Effect'' official website]
* [http://masseffect.wikia.com/wiki/Mass_Effect_Wiki The Mass Effect Wiki, an external wiki]

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Mass Effect

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{{About|the video game series|the first video game|Mass Effect (video game)|other uses|Mass effect (disambiguation)}}
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{{Infobox VG series
| title = Mass Effect
| image = [[File:Masseffectlogo.png]]
| caption = ''Mass Effect'' logo
| developer = [[BioWare]]
| publisher = [[Microsoft Game Studios]] (2007) [[Electronic Arts]] (2008-present)
| genre = [[Action role-playing game|Action role-playing]], [[third-person shooter]]
| platforms = [[Xbox 360]], [[Microsoft Windows]], [[PlayStation 3]], [[iOS]], [[Wii U]], [[Android (operating system)|Android]], [[Windows Phone]]
| platform of origin = Xbox 360
| first release version = ''[[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]''
| first release date = November 20, 2007
| latest release version = ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''
| latest release date = March 6, 2012
| website = [http://masseffect.bioware.com/ BioWare Mass Effect]
}}

'''''Mass Effect''''' is a [[science fiction]] [[Action role-playing game|action role-playing]] [[third person shooter]] [[video game]] series developed by the Canadian company [[BioWare]] and released for the [[Xbox 360]], [[PlayStation 3]], and [[Microsoft Windows]], with the third installment also released on the [[Wii U]]. The trilogy largely revolves around a soldier by the name of [[Commander Shepard]], whose mission is to save the [[Milky Way|galaxy]] from a race of powerful [[mechanical engineering|mechanical]] beings known as the Reapers and their agents, including the game's antagonist [[Saren Arterius]]. The first game sees Shepard investigating Saren, who Shepard slowly comes to understand is operating under the guidance of Sovereign, a Reaper left behind in the Milky Way tens of thousands of years before, when the Reapers exterminated virtually all sentient organic life in the galaxy as part of a recurrent cycle of genocide for an unknown purpose. Sovereign is a vanguard whose purpose is to trigger the imminent return of the Reaper fleet hibernating in [[Extragalactic astronomy|extra-galactic]] dark space, restarting the process of extermination. [[Mass Effect 2|The second game]] takes place two years later, and sees Shepard battling the Collectors, an alien race abducting entire human colonies in a plan to help the Reapers return to the Milky Way. [[Mass Effect 3|The final game]] of Shepard's trilogy centers on the final battle against the Reapers.

All three games have received critical acclaim for their storyline, characters, romances, voice acting, choices, and the depth of the galaxy.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://borderhouseblog.com/?p=6665 |title=The Border House Podcast Episode 1 Transcript |publisher=Borderhouseblog.com |date=2011-11-01 |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref> Video game website [[GamesRadar]] called ''Mass Effect'' the best new franchise of the generation, saying the galaxy was so well-constructed that it felt like a decades-old franchise and represented "a high-water mark for video games as a story-telling medium."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamesradar.com/the-top-7-best-new-franchises-of-this-generation/ |title=Top 7 Best New Franchises of this Generation |publisher=GamesRadar |date=2010-11-08 |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>

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==Games==
A trilogy of games has been released, each continuing the previous game's story in chronological order. The ''Mass Effect'' series combines [[action role-playing game]] elements, with the main series games being in [[third-person perspective]]. The protagonist can use two AI-controlled squad members in battle, which usually consist of members he or she has recruited from various places and for various reasons, and taken onto the ''Normandy'', Shepard's starship. The player could make perspective decisions depending upon the situation. At these times, the player has multiple sets of dialogue choices with which to respond to NPCs, separated by tone. Starting from ''Mass Effect 2'', the player can interrupt cut-scenes calmly or aggressively. The games often have various mini-games in them as well, such as drinking, dancing and romancing characters. A fourth major game has been rumored by tweets by Casey Hudson, as he asked "We're in early stages of designing a completely new ''Mass Effect'' game. What would you want to see in it?"<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/CaseyDHudson/status/266612856517181440|title=New mass effect game|first=Casey|last=Hudson}}</ref>

All three major installments of the ''Mass Effect'' trilogy have been met with commercial success as well as critical acclaim. The series is highly regarded for its narrative, character development, voice acting, universe and emphasis on player choice affecting the experience.

===Main trilogy===
{{VG Series Reviews
|updated = December 31, 2012
|game1 = [[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]
|gr1 = (X360) 91.24%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/930279-mass-effect/index.html |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PC) 89.70%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/944902-mass-effect/index.html |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PS3) 82.00%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/689056-mass-effect/index.html |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref>
|mc1 = (X360) 91<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mass-effect |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PC) 89<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mass-effect |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PS3) 85<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mass-effect |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref>
|game2 = [[Mass Effect 2]]
|gr2 = (X360) 95.69%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/944907-mass-effect-2/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PC) 94.52%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/944906-mass-effect-2/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PS3) 93.24%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/605239-mass-effect-2/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref>
|mc2 = (X360) 96<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mass-effect-2 |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PC) 94<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mass-effect-2 |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PS3) 94<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mass-effect-2 |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref>
|game3 = [[Mass Effect 3]]
|gr3 = (X360) 92.12%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/995452-mass-effect-3/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PS3) 91.65%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/615759-mass-effect-3/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (WIIU) 88.25%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/wii-u/673037-mass-effect-3-special-edition/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3: Special Edition'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PC) 87.75%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/995487-mass-effect-3/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref>
|mc3 = (X360) 93<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mass-effect-3 |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PS3) 93<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mass-effect-3 |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PC) 89<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mass-effect-3 |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (WIIU) 87<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/wii-u/mass-effect-3-special-edition |title=''Mass Effect 3: Special Edition'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref>
}}

====''Mass Effect''====
{{Main|Mass Effect (video game)}}
''Mass Effect'' (2007), the first game in the series, was originally created as an exclusive title for the Xbox 360 but was later ported to Microsoft Windows by [[Demiurge Studios]], and to the [[PlayStation 3]] by [[Edge of Reality]]. The game focuses on the protagonist, Commander Shepard, and his or her quest to stop the rogue Spectre Saren Arterius from leading an army of sentient machines, called the Geth, to conquer the galaxy. During pursuit of Saren, Shepard learns of a far greater threat in the form of the Reapers. Saren has been mentally enslaved by the Reaper [[Vanguard (military tactics)|vanguard]] Sovereign, sent into Citadel Space to initiate the purge of all advanced sentient life in the galaxy, a cycle repeated by the Reapers every 50,000 years.

=====Downloadable content=====
* ''Bring Down the Sky'': Released on March 10, 2008 for the Xbox 360 as a paid download and on July 29, 2008 for Windows as a free download.
* ''Pinnacle Station'': Released on August 25, 2009.

====''Mass Effect 2''====
{{Main|Mass Effect 2}}
''Mass Effect 2'', the second main game in the series, was released on January 26, 2010 in North America and January 29 in Europe.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/103/1035830p1.html|title=Mass Effect 2 Release Date Announced|first=Jim|last=Reilly}}</ref> A great deal of secrecy surrounded the game prior to launch, with few details emerging other than Casey Hudson, Project Director for BioWare, stating that "players should keep their save files, because decisions made by the player in the first game will continue to have influences on their character in the sequel."<ref name="GI1">{{Cite news | last = GI Staff | date = March 2008 | title = Afterwards: ''Mass Effect'' | periodical = [[Game Informer]] | issue = 179 | page = 24 | postscript = }}</ref><ref name="keep saves">{{cite web | last = Brudvig | first = Erik | title = BioWare Suggests Hanging on to Mass Effect Saves | publisher = IGN | date = 2009-02-23 | url = http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/956/956202p1.html | accessdate = 2009-03-08}}</ref> The game takes place two years after the events of ''Mass Effect''. Human colonies are being attacked, their colonists disappearing without a trace. The game's protagonist, Commander Shepard, is forced into an uneasy alliance with the pro-Human paramilitary organization, Cerberus, in an effort to discover the cause. Evidence emerges pointing to the 'Collectors', an advanced, enigmatic race of insect-like humanoids. Adding to the threat is the revelation that the Collectors are working for the Reapers. Shepard sets out on a "suicide mission" to stop the Collectors, accompanied by a hand-picked team of soldiers, assassins, mercenaries, and specialists. ''Mass Effect 2'' has received overwhelming critical and public praise since its release, for its characters, storyline, voice acting, and refined combat and gameplay with many critics calling it a major improvement over the original and an easy [[Game of the Year]] contender despite its January release. At [[Gamescom]] 2010, it was announced that a [[PlayStation 3]] version would become available, which was released on January 18, 2011.

=====Downloadable content=====
{{Main|Mass Effect 2 downloadable content}}
* ''Normandy Crash Site'': Released on January 26, 2010 as a free download.
* ''Zaeed - The Price of Revenge'': Released on January 28, 2010 as a free download.
* ''Firewalker'': Released on March 23, 2010. Added 5 vehicle-based missions.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Kasumi - Stolen Memory|Kasumi - Stolen Memory]]'': Released on April 6, 2010.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Overlord|Overlord]]'': Released on June 15, 2010.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Lair of the Shadow Broker|Lair of the Shadow Broker]]'': Released on September 7, 2010.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Arrival|Arrival]]'': Released on March 29, 2011 and acts as a bridge for ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''.

====''Mass Effect 3''====
{{Main|Mass Effect 3}}
''Mass Effect 3'', the third and final installment in the ''Mass Effect'' trilogy, was released on March 6, 2012.<ref>{{cite web|title=Mass Effect 3 Thrusts Its Way into Early 2012|author=Mike Fahey|publisher=Kotaku|accessdate=4 March 2011|date=4 March 2011|url=http://kotaku.com/5798587/mass-effect-3-will-be-an-early-2012-release}}</ref> Casey Hudson commented that ''Mass Effect 3'' "will be easier [to develop] because we don't have to worry about continuity into the next one."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.shacknews.com/article/61666/bioware-already-looking-forward-to|title=BioWare Already Looking Forward to Mass Effect 3}}</ref> However, decisions will still be imported from the two previous titles to ''Mass Effect 3'', as to keep continuity within the series.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://meforums.bioware.com/viewtopic.html?topic=714128&forum=144 |title=Choose Language | BioWare Social Network |publisher=Meforums.bioware.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref> In the final chapter of the trilogy, the Reapers have returned in force, and have begun their purge of the galaxy, attacking [[Earth]]. During this attack Commander Shepard is on Earth and forced to flee.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bunker37.com/2011/08/a-mass-effect-3-gameplay-preview/ |title = A Mass Effect 3 Gameplay Preview}}</ref> After fleeing Earth, Commander Shepard must hurry and rally the advanced races of the galaxy to make one final stand, not only to save Earth, but also to break a cycle that has continued for millions of years (hence providing the answer to [[Fermi's Paradox]]). Casey Hudson stated in an interview at the Consumer Electronics Show that ''Mass Effect 3'' would complete the story arc of Commander Shepard, and would pull in over 1,000 variables from ''Mass Effect'' and ''Mass Effect 2'' to shape how players experience the final chapter. The first official trailer was unveiled on December 11, 2010 during the [[Spike TV]] Video Game Awards.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/15/interview-bioware-casey-hudson-on-the-making-of-mass-effect-2|title=Interview: BioWare's Casey Hudson on the making of Mass Effect 2}}</ref>

=====Downloadable content=====
{{Main|Mass Effect 3 downloadable content}}
* ''From Ashes'': Released on the game's release date.
* ''Extended Cut'': Released on June 26, 2012 as a free download. Featured new cinematic sequences and epilogue scenes that expanded upon the original ending.
* ''Leviathan'': Released on August 28, 2012.
* ''Omega'': Released on November 27, 2012.
* ''Citadel'': Released on March 5, 2013. For the Xbox 360 the content was released in two separate downloadable packs because of its larger than usual size. The first pack requires purchase, but the second pack is free; however, both packs are required in order to access the content.<ref>{{cite web|last=Goldfarb|first=Andrew|title=Final Mass Effect 3 Single-Player, Multiplayer DLC * ''Genesis 2'': Released on April 2, 2013. The content is the sequel to the interactive comic ''Genesis'' which was featured in ''Mass Effect 2''. The interactive comic recaps the events of ''Mass Effect 2'' Announced|url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2013/02/21/final-mass-effect-3-single-player-multiplayer-dlc-announced|publisher=IGN}}</ref> It is the final DLC pack released for ''Mass Effect 3''.<ref>http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/324/index/15961411</ref>

====''Mass Effect Trilogy''====
{{Infobox video game
| title = Mass Effect Trilogy
| collapsible = yes
| state = collapsed
| image = [[File:Me3 trilogy 01.jpg|256px]]
| developer = [[BioWare]]
| publisher = [[Electronic Arts]]
| release = '''Xbox 360 & Microsoft Windows''' {{vgrelease|INT=November 6, 2012}}'''PlayStation 3''' {{vgrelease|NA=December 4, 2012|EU=December 7, 2012}}
| genre = [[Role-playing game|Action role-playing]], [[third-person shooter]]
| modes = [[Single-player video game|Single-player]], [[Cooperative gameplay|co-op]] [[Multiplayer video game|multiplayer]]
| platforms = [[Xbox 360]], [[Microsoft Windows]], [[PlayStation 3]]
| media = [[Optical disc]]
}}
On September 26, 2012, BioWare announced the ''Mass Effect Trilogy'', a re-release of all three games in one pack. The bundle included a new premium foil box featuring artwork of Commander Shepard, and the multiplayer component of ''Mass Effect 3'' was still available. The pack was released on November 6, 2012 for [[Xbox 360]] and [[Microsoft Windows]], and on December 4, 2012 for the [[PlayStation 3]] (coinciding with the [[PlayStation Network]] release of [[Mass Effect (video game)|the first game]]).<ref>{{cite web|title=Mass Effect Trilogy – November 6th 2012|url=http://www.masseffect.com/about/trilogy/}}{{dead link|date=September 2013}}</ref><ref name="PS3">http://blog.bioware.com/2012/11/01/ryan-warden-an-update-on-the-mass-effect-trilogy/</ref>

===Spin-offs===

====''Mass Effect Galaxy''====
'''''[[Mass Effect Galaxy]]''''' (2009): This is backstory set between the events of ''Mass Effect'' and ''Mass Effect 2'' and exclusively on the [[iOS]] platform. The story is focused around two characters who appear as squad members in ''Mass Effect 2'': [[Jacob Taylor (Mass Effect)|Jacob Taylor]] and [[Miranda Lawson]]. When the passenger liner Arcturian Jade is attacked by Batarian raiders with Jacob on it, he takes on the task of defending the ship. After safely arriving at their destination on the Citadel, Jacob's former CO contacts him about an undercover Alliance operation in the Nemean Abyss to investigate the Batarians' increasingly aggressive activities.

====''Mass Effect: Infiltrator''====
'''''[[Mass Effect: Infiltrator]]''''' (2012): A third-person shooter released on the [[Android (operating system)|Android]], [[BlackBerry 10]], iOS and [[Windows Phone 8]] platforms. The story for ''Infiltrator'' involves Randall Ezno, a Cerberus agent, who discovers Cerberus's cruelty and goes rogue, killing Cerberus troopers and freeing prisoners from a hostile base. Players will "receive rewards" for collecting evidence of Cerberus' crimes. According to EA, "Every completed rescue and intelligence discovery in Infiltrator will increase a player's Galactic Readiness rating directly through the 'Galaxy at War' system in ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''."<ref name="infiltrator">{{cite web | last = Hamilton | first = Kirk | title = BioWare’s Mass Effect iOS Game is the Third-Person Shooter Mass Effect: Infiltrator | publisher = Kotaku | date = 2012-02-07 | url = http://kotaku.com/5883125/biowares-mass-effect-ios-game-is-the-third+person-shooter-mass-effect-infiltrator | accessdate = 2012-02-07}}</ref>

====''Mass Effect: Datapad''====
'''''Mass Effect: Datapad''''' (2012): A free app for iOS devices. ''Datapad'' will allow players to check the status of the galaxy map in ''[[Mass Effect 3]]'' and receive messages from characters. ''Datapad'' will also contain information about the characters, races, vehicles, weapons, and storyline of the ''Mass Effect'' universe, as well as mini-games that interact with the ''Mass Effect 3'' 'Galaxy at War' system.

===Future of the franchise===

On November 12, 2012, BioWare announced that they are working on a new ''Mass Effect'' project and that it would use the [[Frostbite (game engine)|Frostbite 3]] engine, much like ''[[Dragon Age: Inquisition]]''.<ref>{{cite web|author=by BioWare |url=http://blog.bioware.com/2012/11/12/an-update-from-bioware-montreal/ |title=An Update From BioWare Montreal | BioWare Blog |publisher=Blog.bioware.com |date=2012-11-12 |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>
The game will be produced in [[Montréal]].

The game was officially announced at [[E3 2014]] on June 9, 2014.

According to BioWare community manager Chris Priestly, BioWare does not want people to refer to the next game as ''Mass Effect 4''. {{centered pull quote|To call the next game 'Mass Effect 4' or 'ME4' is doing it a disservice and seems to cause a lot of confusion here. We have already said that the Commander Shepard trilogy is over and that the next game will not feature him/her. That is the only detail you have on the game. I see people saying 'well, they’ll have to pick a canon ending.' No, because the game does not have to come after. Or before. Or off to the side. Or with characters you know. Or yaddayaddayadda. Wherever, whenever, whoever, etc will all be revealed years down the road when we actually start talking about it. I do not call the game ME4 when I talk about it ever, [because] that makes people think of it more as 'what happens after 'Mass Effect 3' rather than 'what game happens next set in the 'Mass Effect' Universe. Obviously fans are going to speculate content, character and story until we actually reveal details in the years or months to come as you have almost no actual details, just don’t get bogged down in 'well how are they going to continue ME3.'|author=Chris Priestly}}

This statement was followed up by BioWare Edmonton chief Yanick Roy. {{centered pull quote|What Chris is saying is that thinking of the next 'Mass Effect' game as 'Mass Effect 4' would imply a certain linearity, a straight evolution of the gameplay and story of the first three games. Story-wise, the arc of the first trilogy has also been concluded, and what we will do is tell a new story set in the 'Mass Effect' universe. That doesn’t mean that events of the first three games and the choices you made won’t get recognized, but they likely won’t be what this new story will focus on. I apologize for being cryptic right now, but it’s early enough in development that we don’t have much to share – things still fluctuate quite a bit.|author=Yanick Roy}}

In March 2013, BioWare Montreal executive producer [[Casey Hudson]] revealed at [[PAX East]] that BioWare was beginning work on the next installment in the franchise. {{centered pull quote|We are starting to get ready to develop another ''Mass Effect'' game, and it's going to be a new thing. We want to be able to give fans an opportunity to get back into the world with these things you've come to know and love about the ''Mass Effect'' experience, but start something fresh and new; a new way for you to explore the whole universe in ''Mass Effect''.|author=Casey Hudson}}

At [[E3 2014]], the next installment in the ''Mass Effect'' franchise was briefly shown with early conceptual footage and information about the game.<ref>{{cite web|title=E3 2014: New Mass Effect Contains "Nods" for Fans of the Original Trilogy|url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/e3-2014-new-mass-effect-contains-nods-for-fans-of-the-original-trilogy/1100-6420395/|accessdate=July 20, 2014}}</ref>

As of August 7, ''Mass Effect'' creator [[Casey Hudson]] left BioWare.<ref>{{cite web|title=Mass Effect Creator Leaves BioWare| url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2014/08/07/mass-effect-creator-leaves-bioware|accessdate=September 19, 2014}}</ref>

==Expanded universe==

===Novels===
*'''''[[Mass Effect: Revelation]]''''' (2007): The first novel based on ''Mass Effect'', the plot is centered around then-Lieutenant [[Characters of Mass Effect#David Anderson|David Anderson]] and tells the story of how he came to know Saren. It expands on the history of the ''Mass Effect'' universe and reveals in detail how Anderson failed to become the first human Spectre. ''Mass Effect: Revelation'' was written by [[Drew Karpyshyn]].
*'''''Mass Effect: Ascension''''' (2008): The second novel based on ''Mass Effect'', the plot centers around protagonist Paul Grayson, a member of Cerberus, who is in charge of raising a biotic girl named Gillian. It is set approximately two months after the ending events of the first game. ''Mass Effect: Ascension'' is the second novel set in the ''Mass Effect'' universe to be written by Drew Karpyshyn.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.drewkarpyshyn.com/novels.htm |title=Drew Karpyshyn Creative Works |publisher=Drewkarpyshyn.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Retribution''''' (2010): On July 27, 2010, BioWare released the third ''Mass Effect'' novel written by Drew Karpyshyn, a sequel to ''Mass Effect 2'' and ''Mass Effect: Ascension''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cinemablend.com/games/Mass-Effect-Retribution-Announced-22215.html|title=Mass Effect: Retribution Announced}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.drewkarpyshyn.com/news.htm |title=Drew Karpyshyn Creative Works |publisher=Drewkarpyshyn.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Deception''''' (2012): The fourth ''Mass Effect'' novel, it centers on Gillian Grayson. The first book in the series to be written by [[William C. Dietz]]. Response to the novel has been negative due to a large number of inconsistencies with lore and characterization, prompting many fans to petition BioWare to disregard the novel as canon.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/323/index/9070774/1 |title=''Mass Effect: Deception'' critique on official Bioware forums |publisher=Social.bioware.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XBpMF3ONlI308D9IGG8KICBHfWKU0sXh0ntukv-_cmo/edit?pli=1 |title=Canon errors in ''Mass Effect: Deception'' |publisher= |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://games.ign.com/articles/121/1217690p1.html |title=Mass Effect Tie-in Novel Filled with Errors |publisher=IGN |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref> In response to these widespread complaints, BioWare and Del Rey have announced that a number of changes are being made for future editions of the novel.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/323/index/9150901 |title='''Mass Effect 3 Official Forum''' - ''Del Rey and Bioware comment on Mass Effect: Deception'' |publisher=Social.bioware.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>

====Fan novels====
'''''Mass Effect: Pick Your Path''''' (2012) is a popular interactive fiction novel written by Mike Kayatta that runs parallel to the events of ''Mass Effect 2''. It follows the exploits of an unnamed Citadel merchant who chases Commander Shepard around the galaxy to gain an endorsement for his shop. Encouraged by The Illusive Man for unknown reasons, the merchant becomes haplessly entangled with the dangerous aftermath of Shepard's various adventures. The story, considered similar to the [[Choose Your Own Adventure]] series of books,<ref name="tvtropes1">{{cite web|url=http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/ChooseYourOwnAdventure|title=Choose Your Own Adventure|publisher= TV Tropes}}</ref> features the same choice-driven format of the games, allowing the reader to choose between "paragon" or "renegade" actions, drastically affect the ending, and even romance a selection of unique party members. The full story was published by [[The Escapist (magazine)|The Escapist]] in March, 2012.<ref name="Escapist1">{{cite web|url=http://www.escapistmagazine.com/articles/view/features/9514-Pick-Your-Path-Mass-Effect|title=Mass Effect: Pick Your Path|publisher=Escapist Magazine|date=2012-03-28}}</ref>

===Comics===
[[File:10.15.11MacWaltersByLuigiNovi1.jpg|thumb|Writer Mac Walters in front of a ''Mass Effect'' poster at the [[Dark Horse Comics]] booth at the 2011 [[New York Comic Con]].]]
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*'''''[[Mass Effect: Redemption]]''''' is a four-part [[comic book]] mini-series that was released between January and April 2010. The story, which revolves around Liara T'Soni, is set in the interim period between the prologue and main storyline of ''Mass Effect 2'', and is related to the [[downloadable content]] ''Lair of the Shadow Broker'' that was released for the game.<ref name="ME_Redemption_IGN_20090721_Schedeen">
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*'''''Mass Effect: Incursion''''' is an on-line comic (8 pages) that follows Aria T'Loak's encounter with the Collectors one week prior to the opening events of ''Mass Effect 2''. The events of ''Incursion'' link into the events of the comic miniseries ''Mass Effect: Redemption''. It was released June 21, 2010 through [[IGN]].<ref name="ME_Incursion_IGN_20100621_George">
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|title=Exclusive Mass Effect Short Story
|first=Richard | last=George
|date={{Date|2010-06-21}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]] via [[IGN]]
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*'''''Mass Effect: Inquisition''''' is an on-line comic (8 pages) written by Mac Walters. Taking place after ''Mass Effect 2'', the plot follows Captain Armando-Owen Bailey during his investigation of Executor Venari Pallin and corruption within C-Sec. It was released October 26, 2010 through ''[[USA Today]]''.<ref name="ME_Inquisition_USAT_20101024_Hargo">
{{Cite web
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|title='Mass Effect: Inquisition' is ready to blast off
|first=Tory |last=Hargro
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*'''''Mass Effect: Evolution''''' is a four-part [[comic book]] mini-series. The first issue was released in January 2011. The story focuses on the origin of the [[Illusive Man]] and is set during the First Contact War, shortly after the discovery of the Mass Relays.<ref>{{cite web | last = George | first = Richard | title = SDCC 10: Mass Effect: The Origin of the Illusive Man | publisher = IGN | date = 2010-07-15 | url = http://comics.ign.com/articles/110/1106020p1.html | accessdate=2010-08-03}}</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Conviction''''' is a free short (10 page) single issue mini-comic written by Mac Walters. Taking place before ''Mass Effect 3'', the plot follows Lieutenant James Vega during his stay on Omega before returning to Systems Alliance service. Released in September, 2011 available through a digital distribution promotion exclusively at participating retailers.<ref name="ME_Conviction_CB_20111009_LeMoyne">
{{Cite web
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|title=Review - Mass Effect: Conviction
|first=R. B. |last=LeMoyne
|date={{Date|9/10/2011}}
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*'''''Mass Effect: Invasion''''' is a comic book series (4 issues) released between October 2011 and January 2012. It follows Aria T'Loak, the pirate queen of the space station Omega, as her station comes under attack from a new threat unleashed by Cerberus, the human survivalist organization.<ref name="ME_Invasion_IGN_Listing">
{{Cite web
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|date=October 2011
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|date={{Date|October 19, 2011}}
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*'''''Mass Effect: Homeworlds''''' is a comic book series (4 issues) written by game lead writer Mac Walters released April 25, 2012. Each issue focuses on a main character from the ''Mass Effect'' series.<ref name="ME_Homeworlds_Kotaku_20120104_Narcisse">
{{Cite web
|url=http://kotaku.com/5873051/mass-effects-newest-cast-member-gets-the-spotlight-in-a-new-dark-horse-comics-series/
|title=Mass Effect’s Newest Cast Member Kicks Off New Dark Horse Comics Series
|first=Evan |last=Narcisse
|date={{Date|1/04/2012 }}
|work=[[Kotaku]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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{{Cite web
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|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds
|date=April 2012
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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}}
</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Blasto: Eternity Is Forever''''' is a short (14 page) single issue mini-comic written by Mac Walters released on November 7, 2012 through digital distribution. The main character is Blasto, a Hanar Spectre featured in several ''Mass Effect'' films as the galaxy's first Hanar Spectre.<ref name="ME_Blasto_DH_Info_Page">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/22-887/Mass-Effect-Blasto---Eternity-is-Forever-Digital-Exclusive
|title=Mass Effect: Blasto - Eternity is Forever (Digital Exclusive)
|date={{Date|November 07, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Blasto_Kotaku_20121014_Narcisse">
{{Cite web
|url=http://kotaku.com/5951224/mass-effect-3s-best-action-hero-is-getting-his-own-comic
|title=Mass Effect 3’s Best Action Hero Is Getting His Own Comic
|first=Evan |last=Narcisse
|date=14 Oct 2012
|work=[[Kotaku]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Blasto_Gameranx_20121012_Celestin_Greer">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/10002/article/mass-effect-s-blasto-gets-his-own-comic/
|title=Mass Effect's Blasto Gets His Own Comic
|first= Ajané |last=Celestin-Greer
|date={{Date|10/12/2012}}
|publisher=Gameranx
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref>
* '''''Mass Effect: He Who Laughs Best''''' is a short (10 page) single issue mini-comic written by Mac Walters released on May 4, 2013 for [[Free Comic Book Day]] 2013. It explains how Jeff "Joker" Moreau became the SSV Normandy's pilot prior to the events of ''Mass Effect''.<ref>http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/22-872/Free-Comic-Book-Day-2013-Mass-Effect-Killjoys-R-I-P-D</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Foundation''''' is a 13 issue comic series written by Mac Walters. The first issue was released on July 24, 2013. It features a story that runs parallel to the game trilogy and is designed to expand the universe as a whole.<ref name="ME_Foundation_Escapist_20130303_Slabaugh">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news/view/122467-Mass-Effect-Foundation-Expands-Shepards-Universe
|title=Mass Effect: Foundation Expands Shepard's Universe
|first=Brett |last=Slabaugh
|date=3 March 2013 
|publisher=[[The Escapist (magazine)|The Escapist]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Foundation_Forbes_20130303_Bosier">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.forbes.com/sites/jenniferbosier/2013/03/03/dark-horse-announces-mass-effect-foundation-comic-series/
|title=Dark Horse Announces Mass Effect: Foundation Comic Series
|first=Jen |last=Bosier
|date=3/03/2013 11:37 AM
|publisher=[[Forbes]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref>

===Films===
*'''''Mass Effect''''': On May 24, 2010, EA announced that [[Legendary Pictures]] and [[Warner Bros.]] acquired the rights to a ''Mass Effect'' film, with the game's executive producer Casey Hudson, as well as Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuck from BioWare, serving as executive producers. Initially, Legendary planned to produce the film with [[Thomas Tull]], Jon Jashni, and [[Avi Arad]], with a screenplay by [[Mark Protosevich]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.heatvisionblog.com/2010/05/mass-effect-video-game-on-way-to-movie-screen.html|title='Mass Effect' video game on way to movie screen.}}</ref> Protosevich and the producers have stated that the film will follow the plot of the original game.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.legendary.com/blog/sdcc-film-panel-questions-answered|author=Legendary Pictures|publisher=Legendary Pictures|title=Comic Con Q&A Mass Effect}}</ref> On October 24, 2012, ''[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]]'' announced that Morgan Davis Foehl would be writing the screenplay.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118061198|author=Justin Kroll and Marc Graser|publisher=Variety|title=Legendary arms 'Mass Effect' with new scribe}}</ref>
*'''''[[Mass Effect: Paragon Lost]]''''' (2012): On April 7, 2011, EA announced that anime distributor [[Funimation Entertainment]] and Japanese studio [[T.O Entertainment]] will produce an [[anime]] film adaptation based on the series.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2011-04-07/funimation-t.o-to-make-anime-movie-of-mass-effect-games|title=Funimation. T.O to Make Anime Movie of Mass Effect Games|publisher= [[Anime News Network]]|date=2011-04-07}}</ref> The film was released on December 28, 2012.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/MassEffectAnime/status/243115819280785408|title=Paragon Lost BD & DVD release date changes|publisher=|date=}}</ref> It serves as the prequel to ''[[Mass Effect 3]]'' and follows the early career of Alliance Marine James Vega as he leads an elite Special Forces squad into battle against The Collectors. Stationed at a colony in a remote star system, Vega and his soldiers must protect the civilians from a ruthless invasion by the Collectors, determined to capture the population for unknown purposes.

====Fan films====
'''''Mass Effect: Assignment''''' (2012) is a [[fan film]] that acts as a [[sidequel]] to the ''Mass Effect'' game series set in the same timeline, following a group of original characters. The film follows the story of two N7 Soldiers, Meer and Hale, who are hunting down Defoe, a smuggler whose cargo is of great interest to a lot of parties. The film was produced by filmmaking duo Sneaky Zebra and marks the first fan film set in the ''Mass Effect'' universe. The film features the unique element of being interactive much like the games series allowing the viewer to choose the path of the plot to four possible endings.<ref name="kotaku1">{{cite web|url=http://kotaku.com/5865339/this-fan+made-mass-effect-film-is-shaping-up-nicely|title=This Fan-Made Mass Effect Film is Shaping Up Nicely|publisher= Kotaku|date=2011-12-05}}</ref> Three character based teaser trailers were released in December via Machinma with the full short being released in February 2012.<ref name="kotaku1"/><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2012-02/21/mass-effect-fan-movie|title=Link to Wired.co.uk Article: Fans create interactive 'Mass Effect' film for YouTube|publisher= [[Wired (magazine)|Wired]]|date=2012-02-21}}</ref>

'''''Red Sand''''' (2012) is a fan film that serves as a prequel to the ''Mass Effect'' series. It is set 35 years before the plot of the games and tells the story of the discovery of the ancient Prothean ruins of Mars. The film stars [[Mark Meer]], voice of the male version of [[Characters of the Mass Effect universe#Commander Shepard|Commander Shepard]] in the games, as Colonel Jon Grissom. It was produced by the students and faculty of the Digital Video Program at the [[University of Advancing Technology]] in [[Tempe, Arizona]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://kotaku.com/5885575/this-mass-effect-movie-actually-stars-the-real-commander-shepard|title=This Mass Effect Movie Actually Stars the Real Commander Shepard|publisher= Kotaku|date=2012-02-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ingame.msnbc.msn.com/technology/ingame/move-over-hollywood-mass-effect-fans-bring-game-film-792972| title=Move over Hollywood, Mass Effect fans bring game to film|publisher= [[MSNBC]]|date=2012-05-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gameverse.com/2012/05/23/holy-mark-meer-batman-red-sand-looks-amazing/| title=Holy Mark Meer, Batman! Red Sand Looks Amazing!|publisher=Gameverse|date=2012-05-23}}</ref>

===Action figures===
Two series of action figures were released by [[DC Direct]] and Big Fish Toys for ''[[Mass Effect 2]]'' and ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''. Series one included action figures of Commander Shepard, Grunt, Tali, and Thane. Series two included Garrus, Legion, Miranda, and Mordin. Each figure features game-accurate accessories and can be found in game and hobby shops and various online retailers. The figures tied to ''Mass Effect 3'' include bonus downloadable content, which is exclusive and different for each character.

===Board games===
'''''[[Risk (board game)|Risk]]: Mass Effect Galaxy at War Edition''''' (2013) was announced by USAopoly and was released in Fall 2013.<ref>{{cite web
|url=http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/usaopoly-to-unveil-new-games-based-on-the-hottest-licenses-and-iconic-brands-190528631.html
|title=USAopoly To Unveil New Games Based On The Hottest Licenses And Iconic Brands
|publisher=[[PR Newswire]]
|date={{Date|2013-02-11}}
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-04}}
}}</ref><ref>{{cite web
|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/02/12/mass-effect-risk-coming-this-year
|title=Mass Effect Risk Coming This Year
|author=Andrew Goldfarb
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|date={{Date|February 12, 2013}}
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-04}}
}}</ref>

===Art books===
Two ''Mass Effect'' art books have been released: 2007's ''Art of Mass Effect'',<ref>Various contributors, 23 November 2007, ''Art of Mass Effect'', Prima Games, ISBN 9780761558514</ref> published by [[Prima Games]] and 2012's ''The Art of the Mass Effect Universe'',<ref>Various contributors, 21 February 2012, ''The Art of the Mass Effect Universe'', Dark Horse Comics,U.S., ISBN 9781595827685</ref> published by [[Dark Horse Comics]]. The former book showcases the design sketches and concept art which was created for the original ''Mass Effect'' game, while the latter includes art, sketches and paintings for the entire trilogy, including several pieces originally published in the first book.

==Characters==

===Main game series characters===
{{main|Characters of the Mass Effect universe}}
'''Note:''' Some characters may or may not appear in ''Mass Effect 2'' or ''Mass Effect 3'', depending on their fate in the previous games. Some of the characters only appear if the player has installed the relevant downloadable content (DLC).
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:100%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="3" style="text-align:center;"| Game
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect 2]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''
|-
! [[Commander Shepard]]
| colspan="3"| [[Mark Meer]] (male) [[Jennifer Hale]] (female)
|-
! Ashley Williams
| colspan="3"| [[Kimberly Brooks]]
|-
! [[Liara T'Soni]]
| colspan="3"| [[Ali Hillis]]
|-
! Kaidan Alenko
| colspan="3"| [[Raphael Sbarge]]
|-
! [[Garrus Vakarian]] / Archangel
| colspan="3"| [[Brandon Keener]]
|-
! [[Tali'Zorah]] vas Normandy/nar Rayya/Vas Neema
| colspan="3"| Liz Sroka
|-
! [[Miranda Lawson]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Yvonne Strahovski]]
|-
! [[Illusive Man|The Illusive Man]]
|style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Martin Sheen]]
|-
! Jeff "Joker" Moreau
| colspan="3"| [[Seth Green]]
|-
! David Anderson
| colspan="3"| [[Keith David]]
|-
! Urdnot Wrex
| colspan="3"| Steve Barr
|-
! EDI
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Tricia Helfer]]
|-
! Jacob Taylor
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Adam Lazarre-White
|-
! [[Mordin Solus]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| Michael Beattie
| [[William Salyers]]
|-
! Jack / Subject Zero
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Courtenay Taylor
|-
! Grunt
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Steven Blum]]
|-
! Thane Krios
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Keythe Farley]]
|-
! Legion
|style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| colspan="2"| [[D.C. Douglas]]
|-
! Samara
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Maggie Baird
|-
! Morinth
|style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|| [[Natalia Cigliuti]]
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Zaeed Massani
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Robin Sachs]]
|-
! Kasumi Goto
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Kym Hoy
|-
! James Vega
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|| [[Freddie Prinze, Jr.]]
|-
! Javik
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|| Ike Amadi
|-
! Admiral Steven Hackett
| colspan="3"| [[Lance Henriksen]]
|-
! Ambassador / Councilor Donnel Udina
| colspan="3"| [[Bill Ratner]]
|-
! Councilor Tevos
| colspan="3"| Jan Alexandra Smith
|-
! Councilor Valern
| colspan="3"| [[Armin Shimerman]]
|-
! Councilor Sparatus
| colspan="3"| [[Alastair Duncan]]
|-
! Councilor Irissa
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Susan Eisenberg]]
|-
! Councilor Esheel
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Grey DeLisle]]
|-
! Councilor Quentius
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Conrad Verner
| colspan="3"| Jeff Page
|-
! Engineer Gregory Adams
| [[Roger Jackson (actor)|Roger Jackson]]
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Roger Jackson (actor)|Roger Jackson]]
|-
! Captain / Major Kirrahe
| George Szilagyi
| ''Mentioned''
| George Szilagyi
|-
! Saren Arterius
| [[Fred Tatasciore]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Matriarch Benezia
| [[Marina Sirtis]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Sovereign
| [[Peter Jessop]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Ka'hairal Balak
| [[Fred Tatasciore]]
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Fred Tatasciore]]
|-
! Nihlus Kryik
| [[Alastair Duncan]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | ''Mentioned''
|-
! Navigator Charles Pressly
| colspan="2"| [[Dwight Schultz]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Yeoman Kelly Chambers
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Cara Pifko]]
|-
! Aria T'Loak
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Carrie-Anne Moss]]
|-
! Dr. Karin Chakwas
| colspan="3"| [[Carolyn Seymour]]
|-
! Dr. Chloe Michel
| Jan Alexandra Smith
| ''Mentioned''
| Jan Alexandra Smith
|-
! Captain / Commander Armando-Owen Bailey
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Michael Hogan (Canadian actor)|Michael Hogan]]
|-
! Engineer Kenneth "Ken" Donnelly
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| John Ullyatt
|-
! Engineer Gabriella "Gabby" Daniels
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Dannah Feinglass]]
|-
! Oriana Lawson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| ''Appeared''
| [[Laura Bailey (voice actress)|Laura Bailey]]
|-
! Gatatog Uvenk
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Michael Dorn]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Kal'Reegar
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Adam Baldwin]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Admiral Shala'Raan vas Tonbay
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Shohreh Aghdashloo]]
|-
! Admiral Han'Gerrel vas Neema
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Simon Templeman]]
|-
! Admiral Zaal'Korris vas Qwib-Qwib
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Martin Jarvis (actor)|Martin Jarvis]]
|-
! Admiral Daro'Xen vas Moreh
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Claudia Black]]
|-
! Harbinger
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Keith Szarabajka]]
| style="background:lightgrey;" | ''Appeared''
|-
! Kolyat Krios
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Quinton Flynn]]
|-
! Matriarch Aethyta
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Claudia Black]]
|-
! Nassana Dantius
| colspan="2"| [[Grey DeLisle]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Rana Thanoptis
| colspan="2"| Belinda Cornish
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Khalisah Bint Sinan al-Jilani
| colspan="3"| April Banigan
|-
! The Shadow Broker
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Steven Blum]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
(role assumed by Liara T'Soni)
|-
! Tela Vasir
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| Jessica Anne Bogart
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! David Archer
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Jesse Gervais
|-
! Gavin Archer
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Simon Templeman]]
|-
! Shiala
| colspan="2"| [[Gwendoline Yeo]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Gianna Parasini
| colspan="2"| Wendy Braun
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Emily Wong
| colspan="2"| [[Anndi McAfee]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Fist
| colspan="2"| John Wright
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Ambassador Din Korlack
| [[Lex Lang]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Lex Lang]]
|-
! Fai Dan
| [[Armin Shimerman]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Barla Von
| John Wright
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| John Wright
|-
! Consort Sha'ira
| [[Gwendoline Yeo]]
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Gwendoline Yeo]]
|-
! Kate Bowman
| [[Audrey Wasilewski]]
| ''Mentioned''
| style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Detective Anaya
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Cindy Robinson]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Niftu Cal
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Mark Meer]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Feron
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Yuri Lowenthal]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Warlord Okeer
| style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Dave Fennoy]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Vido Santiago
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Richard Green (actor)|Richard Green]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Donovan Hock
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| John Ulyatt
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Mess Sergeant Rupert Gardner
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Bill Ratner]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Dr. Amanda Kenson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| Victoria Gray
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Harkin / Fade
| colspan="2"| Roger Jackson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Steve Cortez
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Matthew Del Negro]]
|-
! Samantha Traynor
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Alix Wilton Regan]]
|-
! Diana Allers
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Jessica Chobot]]
|-
! Kai Leng
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Troy Baker]]
|-
! Kahlee Sanders
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Grey DeLisle]]
|-
! Primarch Adrien Victus
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Daniel Riordan]]
|-
! Dalatrass Linron
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Grey DeLisle]]
|-
! Eve / Urdnot Bakara
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Lani Minella]]
|-
! Leviathan
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| Anthony Skordi
|-
! Dr. Ann Bryson
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Fay Masterson]]
|-
! Henry Lawson
| style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Alan Dale]]
|-
! Oleg Petrovsky
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Brian George]]
|-
! Nyreen Kandros
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Sumalee Montano]]
|-
! Maya Brooks
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Siobhan Hewlett]]
|}

===Spin-off game series characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:99%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center;"| Game
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect Galaxy]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Infiltrator]]''
|-
! [[Jacob Taylor (Mass Effect)|Jacob Taylor]]
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! [[Miranda Lawson]]
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Jath'Amon
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Derek Izunami
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Nax
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Batha
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Clint "Black Eye" Darragh
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Illo Nazario
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Randall Ezno
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Director
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Inali Renata
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! X1
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|}

===Novel series characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:99%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="4" style="text-align:center;"| Novel
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Revelation]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Ascension]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Retribution]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Deception]]''
|-
! Kahlee Sanders
| colspan="4"| ''Appeared''
|-
! David Anderson
| ''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
| colspan="2 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Illusive Man
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="3 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Paul Grayson
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="2 "|''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Gillian Grayson
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Hendel Mitra
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Saren Arterius
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3 "|''Mentioned''
|-
! Jon Grissom
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2 "|''Mentioned''
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Kai Leng
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |
| colspan="2 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Aria T'Loak
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |
| colspan="2" "|''Appeared''
|-
! Nick Donahue
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="3 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Commander Shepard
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="3"| ''Mentioned''
|}

===Comic series characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:99%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:9%;"| Character
! colspan="5" style="text-align:center;"| Comic
! colspan="5" style="text-align:center;"| Mini-comic
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Redemption]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Evolution''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Invasion''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Homeworlds''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Foundation''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Incursion''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Inquistion''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Conviction''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Blasto: Eternity Is Forever''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: He Who Laughs Best''
|-
! Aria T'Loak
|''Appeared''
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Liara T'Soni
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|| ''Appeared''
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  

|-
! Feron
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Shadow Broker
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! Miranda Lawson
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| ''Appeared''
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! Tazzik
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| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Harbinger
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! Jack Harper/Illusive Man
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| ''Appeared''
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Saren Arterius
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| style="background:lightgrey;"|  
|''Mentioned''
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Eva Coré
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
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! General Williams
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
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! Desolas Arterius
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
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! Ben Hislop
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
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! Anto Korragan
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! Oleg Petrovsky
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| ''Appeared''
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! Raymond Ashe
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| ''Appeared''
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! James Vega
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| ''Appeared''
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| ''Appeared''
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! Tali'Zorah
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| ''Appeared''
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! Garrus Vakarian
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! Rasa/Maya Brooks
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! Kai leng
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| ''Appeared''
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! Ashley Williams
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| ''Appeared''
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! Urdnot Wrex
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| ''Appeared''
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! Kaidan Alenko
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| ''Appeared''
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! Jacob Taylor
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! Jack "Subject Zero"
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! Thane Krios
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| ''Appeared''
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! Kasumi Goto
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| ''Appeared''
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! Zaeed Masani
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! Kolyat
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| ''Appeared''
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! Tela Vasir
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| ''Appeared''
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! Fist
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! Councilor Valern
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| ''Appeared''
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! Keiji Okuda
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| ''Appeared''
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! Armando-Owen Bailey
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| ''Appeared''
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! Executor Pallin
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! Donnel Udina
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| ''Appeared''
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! David Anderson
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| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
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! Commander Shepard
|''Mentioned''
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| ''Appeared''
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! Blasto
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! Cerulean Star
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| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Kronus
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Jeff "Joker" Moreau
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
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! Captain Dillard
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
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! General Invectus
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|}

===Movie characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:100%;"
|-
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="1" style="text-align:center;"| Film
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Paragon Lost]]''
|-
! James Vega
| colspan="1"|[[Freddie Prinze, Jr.]]
|-
! Treeya
| colspan="1"|[[Monica Rial]]
|-
! Essex
| colspan="1"|[[Eric Vale]]
|-
! Kamille
| colspan="1"|[[Laura Bailey (actress)|Laura Bailey]]
|-
! Messner
| colspan="1"|[[Vic Mignogna]]
|-
! Mason
| colspan="1"|Marc Swint
|-
! Milque
| colspan="1"|[[Todd Haberkorn]]
|-
! Nicky
| colspan="1"|[[Josh Grelle]]
|-
! Christine
| colspan="1"|[[Kara Edwards]]
|-
! April
| colspan="1"|Jad Saxton
|-
! Captain Toni
| colspan="1"|[[Travis Willingham]]
|-
! Archuk
| colspan="1"|[[Jason Douglas]]
|-
! Brood
| colspan="1"|[[Justin Cook]]
|-
! Admiral Steven Hackett
| colspan="1"|Bruce Carey
|-
! David Anderson
| colspan="1"|[[Patrick Seitz]]
|-
! Liara T'Soni
| colspan="1"|[[Jamie Marchi]]
|}

==See also==
*''[[Star Control II]]''

==References==
{{reflist|30em}}

==External links==
* [http://masseffect.bioware.com/ ''Mass Effect'' official website]
* [http://masseffect.wikia.com/wiki/Mass_Effect_Wiki The Mass Effect Wiki, an external wiki]

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Mass Effect

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{{About|the video game series|the first video game|Mass Effect (video game)|other uses|Mass effect (disambiguation)}}
{{cleanup-list|date=November 2013}}
{{Infobox VG series
| title = Mass Effect
| image = [[File:Masseffectlogo.png]]
| caption = ''Mass Effect'' logo
| developer = [[BioWare]]
| publisher = [[Microsoft Game Studios]] (2007) [[Electronic Arts]] (2008-present)
| genre = [[Action role-playing game|Action role-playing]], [[third-person shooter]]
| platforms = [[Xbox 360]], [[Microsoft Windows]], [[PlayStation 3]], [[iOS]], [[Wii U]], [[Android (operating system)|Android]], [[Windows Phone]]
| platform of origin = Xbox 360
| first release version = ''[[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]''
| first release date = November 20, 2007
| latest release version = ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''
| latest release date = March 6, 2012
| website = [http://masseffect.bioware.com/ BioWare Mass Effect]
}}

'''''Mass Effect''''' is a [[science fiction]] [[Action role-playing game|action role-playing]] [[third person shooter]] [[video game]] series developed by the Canadian company [[BioWare]] and released for the [[Xbox 360]], [[PlayStation 3]], and [[Microsoft Windows]], with the third installment also released on the [[Wii U]]. The trilogy largely revolves around a soldier by the name of [[Commander Shepard]], whose mission is to save the [[Milky Way|galaxy]] from a race of powerful [[mechanical engineering|mechanical]] beings known as the Reapers and their agents, including the game's antagonist [[Saren Arterius]]. The first game sees Shepard investigating Saren, who Shepard slowly comes to understand is operating under the guidance of Sovereign, a Reaper left behind in the Milky Way tens of thousands of years before, when the Reapers exterminated virtually all sentient organic life in the galaxy as part of a recurrent cycle of genocide for an unknown purpose. Sovereign is a vanguard whose purpose is to trigger the imminent return of the Reaper fleet hibernating in [[Extragalactic astronomy|extra-galactic]] dark space, restarting the process of extermination. [[Mass Effect 2|The second game]] takes place two years later, and sees Shepard battling the Collectors, an alien race abducting entire human colonies in a plan to help the Reapers return to the Milky Way. [[Mass Effect 3|The final game]] of Shepard's trilogy centers on the final battle against the Reapers.

All three games have received critical acclaim for their storyline, characters, romances, voice acting, choices, and the depth of the galaxy.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://borderhouseblog.com/?p=6665 |title=The Border House Podcast Episode 1 Transcript |publisher=Borderhouseblog.com |date=2011-11-01 |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref> Video game website [[GamesRadar]] called ''Mass Effect'' the best new franchise of the generation, saying the galaxy was so well-constructed that it felt like a decades-old franchise and represented "a high-water mark for video games as a story-telling medium."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamesradar.com/the-top-7-best-new-franchises-of-this-generation/ |title=Top 7 Best New Franchises of this Generation |publisher=GamesRadar |date=2010-11-08 |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>

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==Games==
A trilogy of games has been released, each continuing the previous game's story in chronological order. The ''Mass Effect'' series combines [[action role-playing game]] elements, with the main series games being in [[third-person perspective]]. The protagonist can use two AI-controlled squad members in battle, which usually consist of members he or she has recruited from various places and for various reasons, and taken onto the ''Normandy'', Shepard's starship. The player could make perspective decisions depending upon the situation. At these times, the player has multiple sets of dialogue choices with which to respond to NPCs, separated by tone. Starting from ''Mass Effect 2'', the player can interrupt cut-scenes calmly or aggressively. The games often have various mini-games in them as well, such as drinking, dancing and romancing characters. A fourth major game has been rumored by tweets by Casey Hudson, as he asked "We're in early stages of designing a completely new ''Mass Effect'' game. What would you want to see in it?"<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/CaseyDHudson/status/266612856517181440|title=New mass effect game|first=Casey|last=Hudson}}</ref>

All three major installments of the ''Mass Effect'' trilogy have been met with commercial success as well as critical acclaim. The series is highly regarded for its narrative, character development, voice acting, universe and emphasis on player choice affecting the experience.

===Main trilogy===
{{VG Series Reviews
|updated = December 31, 2012
|game1 = [[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]
|gr1 = (X360) 91.24%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/930279-mass-effect/index.html |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PC) 89.70%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/944902-mass-effect/index.html |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PS3) 82.00%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/689056-mass-effect/index.html |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref>
|mc1 = (X360) 91<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mass-effect |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PC) 89<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mass-effect |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PS3) 85<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mass-effect |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref>
|game2 = [[Mass Effect 2]]
|gr2 = (X360) 95.69%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/944907-mass-effect-2/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PC) 94.52%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/944906-mass-effect-2/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PS3) 93.24%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/605239-mass-effect-2/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref>
|mc2 = (X360) 96<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mass-effect-2 |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PC) 94<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mass-effect-2 |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PS3) 94<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mass-effect-2 |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref>
|game3 = [[Mass Effect 3]]
|gr3 = (X360) 92.12%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/995452-mass-effect-3/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PS3) 91.65%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/615759-mass-effect-3/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (WIIU) 88.25%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/wii-u/673037-mass-effect-3-special-edition/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3: Special Edition'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PC) 87.75%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/995487-mass-effect-3/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref>
|mc3 = (X360) 93<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mass-effect-3 |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PS3) 93<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mass-effect-3 |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PC) 89<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mass-effect-3 |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (WIIU) 87<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/wii-u/mass-effect-3-special-edition |title=''Mass Effect 3: Special Edition'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref>
}}

====''Mass Effect''====
{{Main|Mass Effect (video game)}}
''Mass Effect'' (2007), the first game in the series, was originally created as an exclusive title for the Xbox 360 but was later ported to Microsoft Windows by [[Demiurge Studios]], and to the [[PlayStation 3]] by [[Edge of Reality]]. The game focuses on the protagonist, Commander Shepard, and his or her quest to stop the rogue Spectre Saren Arterius from leading an army of sentient machines, called the Geth, to conquer the galaxy. During pursuit of Saren, Shepard learns of a far greater threat in the form of the Reapers. Saren has been mentally enslaved by the Reaper [[Vanguard (military tactics)|vanguard]] Sovereign, sent into Citadel Space to initiate the purge of all advanced sentient life in the galaxy, a cycle repeated by the Reapers every 50,000 years.

=====Downloadable content=====
* ''Bring Down the Sky'': Released on March 10, 2008 for the Xbox 360 as a paid download and on July 29, 2008 for Windows as a free download.
* ''Pinnacle Station'': Released on August 25, 2009.

====''Mass Effect 2''====
{{Main|Mass Effect 2}}
''Mass Effect 2'', the second main game in the series, was released on January 26, 2010 in North America and January 29 in Europe.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/103/1035830p1.html|title=Mass Effect 2 Release Date Announced|first=Jim|last=Reilly}}</ref> A great deal of secrecy surrounded the game prior to launch, with few details emerging other than Casey Hudson, Project Director for BioWare, stating that "players should keep their save files, because decisions made by the player in the first game will continue to have influences on their character in the sequel."<ref name="GI1">{{Cite news | last = GI Staff | date = March 2008 | title = Afterwards: ''Mass Effect'' | periodical = [[Game Informer]] | issue = 179 | page = 24 | postscript = }}</ref><ref name="keep saves">{{cite web | last = Brudvig | first = Erik | title = BioWare Suggests Hanging on to Mass Effect Saves | publisher = IGN | date = 2009-02-23 | url = http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/956/956202p1.html | accessdate = 2009-03-08}}</ref> The game takes place two years after the events of ''Mass Effect''. Human colonies are being attacked, their colonists disappearing without a trace. The game's protagonist, Commander Shepard, is forced into an uneasy alliance with the pro-Human paramilitary organization, Cerberus, in an effort to discover the cause. Evidence emerges pointing to the 'Collectors', an advanced, enigmatic race of insect-like humanoids. Adding to the threat is the revelation that the Collectors are working for the Reapers. Shepard sets out on a "suicide mission" to stop the Collectors, accompanied by a hand-picked team of soldiers, assassins, mercenaries, and specialists. ''Mass Effect 2'' has received overwhelming critical and public praise since its release, for its characters, storyline, voice acting, and refined combat and gameplay with many critics calling it a major improvement over the original and an easy [[Game of the Year]] contender despite its January release. At [[Gamescom]] 2010, it was announced that a [[PlayStation 3]] version would become available, which was released on January 18, 2011.

=====Downloadable content=====
{{Main|Mass Effect 2 downloadable content}}
* ''Normandy Crash Site'': Released on January 26, 2010 as a free download.
* ''Zaeed - The Price of Revenge'': Released on January 28, 2010 as a free download.
* ''Firewalker'': Released on March 23, 2010. Added 5 vehicle-based missions.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Kasumi - Stolen Memory|Kasumi - Stolen Memory]]'': Released on April 6, 2010.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Overlord|Overlord]]'': Released on June 15, 2010.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Lair of the Shadow Broker|Lair of the Shadow Broker]]'': Released on September 7, 2010.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Arrival|Arrival]]'': Released on March 29, 2011 and acts as a bridge for ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''.

====''Mass Effect 3''====
{{Main|Mass Effect 3}}
''Mass Effect 3'', the third and final installment in the ''Mass Effect'' trilogy, was released on March 6, 2012.<ref>{{cite web|title=Mass Effect 3 Thrusts Its Way into Early 2012|author=Mike Fahey|publisher=Kotaku|accessdate=4 March 2011|date=4 March 2011|url=http://kotaku.com/5798587/mass-effect-3-will-be-an-early-2012-release}}</ref> Casey Hudson commented that ''Mass Effect 3'' "will be easier [to develop] because we don't have to worry about continuity into the next one."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.shacknews.com/article/61666/bioware-already-looking-forward-to|title=BioWare Already Looking Forward to Mass Effect 3}}</ref> However, decisions will still be imported from the two previous titles to ''Mass Effect 3'', as to keep continuity within the series.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://meforums.bioware.com/viewtopic.html?topic=714128&forum=144 |title=Choose Language | BioWare Social Network |publisher=Meforums.bioware.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref> In the final chapter of the trilogy, the Reapers have returned in force, and have begun their purge of the galaxy, attacking [[Earth]]. During this attack Commander Shepard is on Earth and forced to flee.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bunker37.com/2011/08/a-mass-effect-3-gameplay-preview/ |title = A Mass Effect 3 Gameplay Preview}}</ref> After fleeing Earth, Commander Shepard must hurry and rally the advanced races of the galaxy to make one final stand, not only to save Earth, but also to break a cycle that has continued for millions of years (hence providing the answer to [[Fermi's Paradox]]). Casey Hudson stated in an interview at the Consumer Electronics Show that ''Mass Effect 3'' would complete the story arc of Commander Shepard, and would pull in over 1,000 variables from ''Mass Effect'' and ''Mass Effect 2'' to shape how players experience the final chapter. The first official trailer was unveiled on December 11, 2010 during the [[Spike TV]] Video Game Awards.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/15/interview-bioware-casey-hudson-on-the-making-of-mass-effect-2|title=Interview: BioWare's Casey Hudson on the making of Mass Effect 2}}</ref>

=====Downloadable content=====
{{Main|Mass Effect 3 downloadable content}}
* ''From Ashes'': Released on the game's release date.
* ''Extended Cut'': Released on June 26, 2012 as a free download. Featured new cinematic sequences and epilogue scenes that expanded upon the original ending.
* ''Leviathan'': Released on August 28, 2012.
* ''Omega'': Released on November 27, 2012.
* ''Citadel'': Released on March 5, 2013. For the Xbox 360 the content was released in two separate downloadable packs because of its larger than usual size. The first pack requires purchase, but the second pack is free; however, both packs are required in order to access the content.<ref>{{cite web|last=Goldfarb|first=Andrew|title=Final Mass Effect 3 Single-Player, Multiplayer DLC * ''Genesis 2'': Released on April 2, 2013. The content is the sequel to the interactive comic ''Genesis'' which was featured in ''Mass Effect 2''. The interactive comic recaps the events of ''Mass Effect 2'' Announced|url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2013/02/21/final-mass-effect-3-single-player-multiplayer-dlc-announced|publisher=IGN}}</ref> It is the final DLC pack released for ''Mass Effect 3''.<ref>http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/324/index/15961411</ref>

====''Mass Effect Trilogy''====
{{Infobox video game
| title = Mass Effect Trilogy
| collapsible = yes
| state = collapsed
| image = [[File:Me3 trilogy 01.jpg|256px]]
| developer = [[BioWare]]
| publisher = [[Electronic Arts]]
| release = '''Xbox 360 & Microsoft Windows''' {{vgrelease|INT=November 6, 2012}}'''PlayStation 3''' {{vgrelease|NA=December 4, 2012|EU=December 7, 2012}}
| genre = [[Role-playing game|Action role-playing]], [[third-person shooter]]
| modes = [[Single-player video game|Single-player]], [[Cooperative gameplay|co-op]] [[Multiplayer video game|multiplayer]]
| platforms = [[Xbox 360]], [[Microsoft Windows]], [[PlayStation 3]]
| media = [[Optical disc]]
}}
On September 26, 2012, BioWare announced the ''Mass Effect Trilogy'', a re-release of all three games in one pack. The bundle included a new premium foil box featuring artwork of Commander Shepard, and the multiplayer component of ''Mass Effect 3'' was still available. The pack was released on November 6, 2012 for [[Xbox 360]] and [[Microsoft Windows]], and on December 4, 2012 for the [[PlayStation 3]] (coinciding with the [[PlayStation Network]] release of [[Mass Effect (video game)|the first game]]).<ref>{{cite web|title=Mass Effect Trilogy – November 6th 2012|url=http://www.masseffect.com/about/trilogy/}}{{dead link|date=September 2013}}</ref><ref name="PS3">http://blog.bioware.com/2012/11/01/ryan-warden-an-update-on-the-mass-effect-trilogy/</ref>

===Spin-offs===

====''Mass Effect Galaxy''====
'''''[[Mass Effect Galaxy]]''''' (2009): This is backstory set between the events of ''Mass Effect'' and ''Mass Effect 2'' and exclusively on the [[iOS]] platform. The story is focused around two characters who appear as squad members in ''Mass Effect 2'': [[Jacob Taylor (Mass Effect)|Jacob Taylor]] and [[Miranda Lawson]]. When the passenger liner Arcturian Jade is attacked by Batarian raiders with Jacob on it, he takes on the task of defending the ship. After safely arriving at their destination on the Citadel, Jacob's former CO contacts him about an undercover Alliance operation in the Nemean Abyss to investigate the Batarians' increasingly aggressive activities.

====''Mass Effect: Infiltrator''====
'''''[[Mass Effect: Infiltrator]]''''' (2012): A third-person shooter released on the [[Android (operating system)|Android]], [[BlackBerry 10]], iOS and [[Windows Phone 8]] platforms. The story for ''Infiltrator'' involves Randall Ezno, a Cerberus agent, who discovers Cerberus's cruelty and goes rogue, killing Cerberus troopers and freeing prisoners from a hostile base. Players will "receive rewards" for collecting evidence of Cerberus' crimes. According to EA, "Every completed rescue and intelligence discovery in Infiltrator will increase a player's Galactic Readiness rating directly through the 'Galaxy at War' system in ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''."<ref name="infiltrator">{{cite web | last = Hamilton | first = Kirk | title = BioWare’s Mass Effect iOS Game is the Third-Person Shooter Mass Effect: Infiltrator | publisher = Kotaku | date = 2012-02-07 | url = http://kotaku.com/5883125/biowares-mass-effect-ios-game-is-the-third+person-shooter-mass-effect-infiltrator | accessdate = 2012-02-07}}</ref>

====''Mass Effect: Datapad''====
'''''Mass Effect: Datapad''''' (2012): A free app for iOS devices. ''Datapad'' will allow players to check the status of the galaxy map in ''[[Mass Effect 3]]'' and receive messages from characters. ''Datapad'' will also contain information about the characters, races, vehicles, weapons, and storyline of the ''Mass Effect'' universe, as well as mini-games that interact with the ''Mass Effect 3'' 'Galaxy at War' system.

===Future of the franchise===

On November 12, 2012, BioWare announced that they are working on a new ''Mass Effect'' project and that it would use the [[Frostbite (game engine)|Frostbite 3]] engine, much like ''[[Dragon Age: Inquisition]]''.<ref>{{cite web|author=by BioWare |url=http://blog.bioware.com/2012/11/12/an-update-from-bioware-montreal/ |title=An Update From BioWare Montreal | BioWare Blog |publisher=Blog.bioware.com |date=2012-11-12 |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>
The game will be produced in [[Montréal]].

The game was officially announced at [[E3 2014]] on June 9, 2014.

According to BioWare community manager Chris Priestly, BioWare does not want people to refer to the next game as ''Mass Effect 4''. {{centered pull quote|To call the next game 'Mass Effect 4' or 'ME4' is doing it a disservice and seems to cause a lot of confusion here. We have already said that the Commander Shepard trilogy is over and that the next game will not feature him/her. That is the only detail you have on the game. I see people saying 'well, they’ll have to pick a canon ending.' No, because the game does not have to come after. Or before. Or off to the side. Or with characters you know. Or yaddayaddayadda. Wherever, whenever, whoever, etc will all be revealed years down the road when we actually start talking about it. I do not call the game ME4 when I talk about it ever, [because] that makes people think of it more as 'what happens after 'Mass Effect 3' rather than 'what game happens next set in the 'Mass Effect' Universe. Obviously fans are going to speculate content, character and story until we actually reveal details in the years or months to come as you have almost no actual details, just don’t get bogged down in 'well how are they going to continue ME3.'|author=Chris Priestly}}

This statement was followed up by BioWare Edmonton chief Yanick Roy. {{centered pull quote|What Chris is saying is that thinking of the next 'Mass Effect' game as 'Mass Effect 4' would imply a certain linearity, a straight evolution of the gameplay and story of the first three games. Story-wise, the arc of the first trilogy has also been concluded, and what we will do is tell a new story set in the 'Mass Effect' universe. That doesn’t mean that events of the first three games and the choices you made won’t get recognized, but they likely won’t be what this new story will focus on. I apologize for being cryptic right now, but it’s early enough in development that we don’t have much to share – things still fluctuate quite a bit.|author=Yanick Roy}}

In March 2013, BioWare Montreal executive producer [[Casey Hudson]] revealed at [[PAX East]] that BioWare was beginning work on the next installment in the franchise. {{centered pull quote|We are starting to get ready to develop another ''Mass Effect'' game, and it's going to be a new thing. We want to be able to give fans an opportunity to get back into the world with these things you've come to know and love about the ''Mass Effect'' experience, but start something fresh and new; a new way for you to explore the whole universe in ''Mass Effect''.|author=Casey Hudson}}

At [[E3 2014]], the next installment in the ''Mass Effect'' franchise was briefly shown with early conceptual footage and information about the game.<ref>{{cite web|title=E3 2014: New Mass Effect Contains "Nods" for Fans of the Original Trilogy|url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/e3-2014-new-mass-effect-contains-nods-for-fans-of-the-original-trilogy/1100-6420395/|accessdate=July 20, 2014}}</ref>

As of August 7, ''Mass Effect'' creator [[Casey Hudson]] left BioWare.<ref>{{cite web|title=Mass Effect Creator Leaves BioWare| url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2014/08/07/mass-effect-creator-leaves-bioware|accessdate=September 19, 2014}}</ref>

==Expanded universe==

===Novels===
*'''''[[Mass Effect: Revelation]]''''' (2007): The first novel based on ''Mass Effect'', the plot is centered around then-Lieutenant [[Characters of Mass Effect#David Anderson|David Anderson]] and tells the story of how he came to know Saren. It expands on the history of the ''Mass Effect'' universe and reveals in detail how Anderson failed to become the first human Spectre. ''Mass Effect: Revelation'' was written by [[Drew Karpyshyn]].
*'''''Mass Effect: Ascension''''' (2008): The second novel based on ''Mass Effect'', the plot centers around protagonist Paul Grayson, a member of Cerberus, who is in charge of raising a biotic girl named Gillian. It is set approximately two months after the ending events of the first game. ''Mass Effect: Ascension'' is the second novel set in the ''Mass Effect'' universe to be written by Drew Karpyshyn.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.drewkarpyshyn.com/novels.htm |title=Drew Karpyshyn Creative Works |publisher=Drewkarpyshyn.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Retribution''''' (2010): On July 27, 2010, BioWare released the third ''Mass Effect'' novel written by Drew Karpyshyn, a sequel to ''Mass Effect 2'' and ''Mass Effect: Ascension''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cinemablend.com/games/Mass-Effect-Retribution-Announced-22215.html|title=Mass Effect: Retribution Announced}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.drewkarpyshyn.com/news.htm |title=Drew Karpyshyn Creative Works |publisher=Drewkarpyshyn.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Deception''''' (2012): The fourth ''Mass Effect'' novel, it centers on Gillian Grayson. The first book in the series to be written by [[William C. Dietz]]. Response to the novel has been negative due to a large number of inconsistencies with lore and characterization, prompting many fans to petition BioWare to disregard the novel as canon.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/323/index/9070774/1 |title=''Mass Effect: Deception'' critique on official Bioware forums |publisher=Social.bioware.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XBpMF3ONlI308D9IGG8KICBHfWKU0sXh0ntukv-_cmo/edit?pli=1 |title=Canon errors in ''Mass Effect: Deception'' |publisher= |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://games.ign.com/articles/121/1217690p1.html |title=Mass Effect Tie-in Novel Filled with Errors |publisher=IGN |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref> In response to these widespread complaints, BioWare and Del Rey have announced that a number of changes are being made for future editions of the novel.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/323/index/9150901 |title='''Mass Effect 3 Official Forum''' - ''Del Rey and Bioware comment on Mass Effect: Deception'' |publisher=Social.bioware.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>

====Fan novels====
'''''Mass Effect: Pick Your Path''''' (2012) is a popular interactive fiction novel written by Mike Kayatta that runs parallel to the events of ''Mass Effect 2''. It follows the exploits of an unnamed Citadel merchant who chases Commander Shepard around the galaxy to gain an endorsement for his shop. Encouraged by The Illusive Man for unknown reasons, the merchant becomes haplessly entangled with the dangerous aftermath of Shepard's various adventures. The story, considered similar to the [[Choose Your Own Adventure]] series of books,<ref name="tvtropes1">{{cite web|url=http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/ChooseYourOwnAdventure|title=Choose Your Own Adventure|publisher= TV Tropes}}</ref> features the same choice-driven format of the games, allowing the reader to choose between "paragon" or "renegade" actions, drastically affect the ending, and even romance a selection of unique party members. The full story was published by [[The Escapist (magazine)|The Escapist]] in March, 2012.<ref name="Escapist1">{{cite web|url=http://www.escapistmagazine.com/articles/view/features/9514-Pick-Your-Path-Mass-Effect|title=Mass Effect: Pick Your Path|publisher=Escapist Magazine|date=2012-03-28}}</ref>

===Comics===
[[File:10.15.11MacWaltersByLuigiNovi1.jpg|thumb|Writer Mac Walters in front of a ''Mass Effect'' poster at the [[Dark Horse Comics]] booth at the 2011 [[New York Comic Con]].]]
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*'''''[[Mass Effect: Redemption]]''''' is a four-part [[comic book]] mini-series that was released between January and April 2010. The story, which revolves around Liara T'Soni, is set in the interim period between the prologue and main storyline of ''Mass Effect 2'', and is related to the [[downloadable content]] ''Lair of the Shadow Broker'' that was released for the game.<ref name="ME_Redemption_IGN_20090721_Schedeen">
{{Cite web
|url=http://comics.ign.com/articles/100/1005868p1.html
|title=Mass Effect Comes to Comics
|last=Schedeen |first=Jesse
|date={{Date|2009-07-21}}
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Press-Releases/1748/Mass-Effect-Explodes-Into-Comics-7-21-09
|title=Mass Effect Explodes Into Comics!
|date={{Date|2009-07-21}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|url=http://www.ign.com/comics/mass-effect-redemption
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion
|date=January 2010
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|date={{Date|January 06, 2010}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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*'''''Mass Effect: Incursion''''' is an on-line comic (8 pages) that follows Aria T'Loak's encounter with the Collectors one week prior to the opening events of ''Mass Effect 2''. The events of ''Incursion'' link into the events of the comic miniseries ''Mass Effect: Redemption''. It was released June 21, 2010 through [[IGN]].<ref name="ME_Incursion_IGN_20100621_George">
{{Cite web
|url=http://comics.ign.com/articles/110/1100605p1.html
|title=Exclusive Mass Effect Short Story
|first=Richard | last=George
|date={{Date|2010-06-21}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]] via [[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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|date={{Date|2010-06-21}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]] via [[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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*'''''Mass Effect: Inquisition''''' is an on-line comic (8 pages) written by Mac Walters. Taking place after ''Mass Effect 2'', the plot follows Captain Armando-Owen Bailey during his investigation of Executor Venari Pallin and corruption within C-Sec. It was released October 26, 2010 through ''[[USA Today]]''.<ref name="ME_Inquisition_USAT_20101024_Hargo">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.usatoday.com/life/comics/2010-10-25-masseffect25_ST_N.htm
|title='Mass Effect: Inquisition' is ready to blast off
|first=Tory |last=Hargro
|date={{Date|2010-10-24}}
|work=[[USA Today]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
}}
</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Evolution''''' is a four-part [[comic book]] mini-series. The first issue was released in January 2011. The story focuses on the origin of the [[Illusive Man]] and is set during the First Contact War, shortly after the discovery of the Mass Relays.<ref>{{cite web | last = George | first = Richard | title = SDCC 10: Mass Effect: The Origin of the Illusive Man | publisher = IGN | date = 2010-07-15 | url = http://comics.ign.com/articles/110/1106020p1.html | accessdate=2010-08-03}}</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Conviction''''' is a free short (10 page) single issue mini-comic written by Mac Walters. Taking place before ''Mass Effect 3'', the plot follows Lieutenant James Vega during his stay on Omega before returning to Systems Alliance service. Released in September, 2011 available through a digital distribution promotion exclusively at participating retailers.<ref name="ME_Conviction_CB_20111009_LeMoyne">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.comicbooked.com/review-mass-effect-conviction/
|title=Review - Mass Effect: Conviction
|first=R. B. |last=LeMoyne
|date={{Date|9/10/2011}}
|publisher=Comic Booked
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-07}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Conviction - Imgur
|publisher=[[Imgur]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-07}}
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*'''''Mass Effect: Invasion''''' is a comic book series (4 issues) released between October 2011 and January 2012. It follows Aria T'Loak, the pirate queen of the space station Omega, as her station comes under attack from a new threat unleashed by Cerberus, the human survivalist organization.<ref name="ME_Invasion_IGN_Listing">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.ign.com/comics/mass-effect-invasion
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion
|date=October 2011
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|date={{Date|October 19, 2011}}
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*'''''Mass Effect: Homeworlds''''' is a comic book series (4 issues) written by game lead writer Mac Walters released April 25, 2012. Each issue focuses on a main character from the ''Mass Effect'' series.<ref name="ME_Homeworlds_Kotaku_20120104_Narcisse">
{{Cite web
|url=http://kotaku.com/5873051/mass-effects-newest-cast-member-gets-the-spotlight-in-a-new-dark-horse-comics-series/
|title=Mass Effect’s Newest Cast Member Kicks Off New Dark Horse Comics Series
|first=Evan |last=Narcisse
|date={{Date|1/04/2012 }}
|work=[[Kotaku]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_IGN_Listing">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.ign.com/comics/mass-effect-homeworlds
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds
|date=April 2012
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
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|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #1 (Anthony Palumbo cover)
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|date={{Date|April 25, 2012}}
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|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_DH_Homeworlds_Issue_3_MHVcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/21-312/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-3-Mike-Hawthorne-variant-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #3 (Mike Hawthorne variant cover)
|date={{Date|July 25, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_DH_Homeworlds_Issue_4_APcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/20-461/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-4-Anthony-Palumbo-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #4 (Anthony Palumbo cover)
|date={{Date|August 29, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_DH_Homeworlds_Issue_4_MHVcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/21-313/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-4-Mike-Hawthorne-variant-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #4 (Mike Hawthorne variant cover)
|date={{Date|August 29, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Blasto: Eternity Is Forever''''' is a short (14 page) single issue mini-comic written by Mac Walters released on November 7, 2012 through digital distribution. The main character is Blasto, a Hanar Spectre featured in several ''Mass Effect'' films as the galaxy's first Hanar Spectre.<ref name="ME_Blasto_DH_Info_Page">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/22-887/Mass-Effect-Blasto---Eternity-is-Forever-Digital-Exclusive
|title=Mass Effect: Blasto - Eternity is Forever (Digital Exclusive)
|date={{Date|November 07, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Blasto_Kotaku_20121014_Narcisse">
{{Cite web
|url=http://kotaku.com/5951224/mass-effect-3s-best-action-hero-is-getting-his-own-comic
|title=Mass Effect 3’s Best Action Hero Is Getting His Own Comic
|first=Evan |last=Narcisse
|date=14 Oct 2012
|work=[[Kotaku]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Blasto_Gameranx_20121012_Celestin_Greer">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/10002/article/mass-effect-s-blasto-gets-his-own-comic/
|title=Mass Effect's Blasto Gets His Own Comic
|first= Ajané |last=Celestin-Greer
|date={{Date|10/12/2012}}
|publisher=Gameranx
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref>
* '''''Mass Effect: He Who Laughs Best''''' is a short (10 page) single issue mini-comic written by Mac Walters released on May 4, 2013 for [[Free Comic Book Day]] 2013. It explains how Jeff "Joker" Moreau became the SSV Normandy's pilot prior to the events of ''Mass Effect''.<ref>http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/22-872/Free-Comic-Book-Day-2013-Mass-Effect-Killjoys-R-I-P-D</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Foundation''''' is a 13 issue comic series written by Mac Walters. The first issue was released on July 24, 2013. It features a story that runs parallel to the game trilogy and is designed to expand the universe as a whole.<ref name="ME_Foundation_Escapist_20130303_Slabaugh">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news/view/122467-Mass-Effect-Foundation-Expands-Shepards-Universe
|title=Mass Effect: Foundation Expands Shepard's Universe
|first=Brett |last=Slabaugh
|date=3 March 2013 
|publisher=[[The Escapist (magazine)|The Escapist]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Foundation_Forbes_20130303_Bosier">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.forbes.com/sites/jenniferbosier/2013/03/03/dark-horse-announces-mass-effect-foundation-comic-series/
|title=Dark Horse Announces Mass Effect: Foundation Comic Series
|first=Jen |last=Bosier
|date=3/03/2013 11:37 AM
|publisher=[[Forbes]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref>

===Films===
*'''''Mass Effect''''': On May 24, 2010, EA announced that [[Legendary Pictures]] and [[Warner Bros.]] acquired the rights to a ''Mass Effect'' film, with the game's executive producer Casey Hudson, as well as Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuck from BioWare, serving as executive producers. Initially, Legendary planned to produce the film with [[Thomas Tull]], Jon Jashni, and [[Avi Arad]], with a screenplay by [[Mark Protosevich]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.heatvisionblog.com/2010/05/mass-effect-video-game-on-way-to-movie-screen.html|title='Mass Effect' video game on way to movie screen.}}</ref> Protosevich and the producers have stated that the film will follow the plot of the original game.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.legendary.com/blog/sdcc-film-panel-questions-answered|author=Legendary Pictures|publisher=Legendary Pictures|title=Comic Con Q&A Mass Effect}}</ref> On October 24, 2012, ''[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]]'' announced that Morgan Davis Foehl would be writing the screenplay.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118061198|author=Justin Kroll and Marc Graser|publisher=Variety|title=Legendary arms 'Mass Effect' with new scribe}}</ref>
*'''''[[Mass Effect: Paragon Lost]]''''' (2012): On April 7, 2011, EA announced that anime distributor [[Funimation Entertainment]] and Japanese studio [[T.O Entertainment]] will produce an [[anime]] film adaptation based on the series.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2011-04-07/funimation-t.o-to-make-anime-movie-of-mass-effect-games|title=Funimation. T.O to Make Anime Movie of Mass Effect Games|publisher= [[Anime News Network]]|date=2011-04-07}}</ref> The film was released on December 28, 2012.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/MassEffectAnime/status/243115819280785408|title=Paragon Lost BD & DVD release date changes|publisher=|date=}}</ref> It serves as the prequel to ''[[Mass Effect 3]]'' and follows the early career of Alliance Marine James Vega as he leads an elite Special Forces squad into battle against The Collectors. Stationed at a colony in a remote star system, Vega and his soldiers must protect the civilians from a ruthless invasion by the Collectors, determined to capture the population for unknown purposes.

====Fan films====
'''''Mass Effect: Assignment''''' (2012) is a [[fan film]] that acts as a [[sidequel]] to the ''Mass Effect'' game series set in the same timeline, following a group of original characters. The film follows the story of two N7 Soldiers, Meer and Hale, who are hunting down Defoe, a smuggler whose cargo is of great interest to a lot of parties. The film was produced by filmmaking duo Sneaky Zebra and marks the first fan film set in the ''Mass Effect'' universe. The film features the unique element of being interactive much like the games series allowing the viewer to choose the path of the plot to four possible endings.<ref name="kotaku1">{{cite web|url=http://kotaku.com/5865339/this-fan+made-mass-effect-film-is-shaping-up-nicely|title=This Fan-Made Mass Effect Film is Shaping Up Nicely|publisher= Kotaku|date=2011-12-05}}</ref> Three character based teaser trailers were released in December via Machinma with the full short being released in February 2012.<ref name="kotaku1"/><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2012-02/21/mass-effect-fan-movie|title=Link to Wired.co.uk Article: Fans create interactive 'Mass Effect' film for YouTube|publisher= [[Wired (magazine)|Wired]]|date=2012-02-21}}</ref>

'''''Red Sand''''' (2012) is a fan film that serves as a prequel to the ''Mass Effect'' series. It is set 35 years before the plot of the games and tells the story of the discovery of the ancient Prothean ruins of Mars. The film stars [[Mark Meer]], voice of the male version of [[Characters of the Mass Effect universe#Commander Shepard|Commander Shepard]] in the games, as Colonel Jon Grissom. It was produced by the students and faculty of the Digital Video Program at the [[University of Advancing Technology]] in [[Tempe, Arizona]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://kotaku.com/5885575/this-mass-effect-movie-actually-stars-the-real-commander-shepard|title=This Mass Effect Movie Actually Stars the Real Commander Shepard|publisher= Kotaku|date=2012-02-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ingame.msnbc.msn.com/technology/ingame/move-over-hollywood-mass-effect-fans-bring-game-film-792972| title=Move over Hollywood, Mass Effect fans bring game to film|publisher= [[MSNBC]]|date=2012-05-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gameverse.com/2012/05/23/holy-mark-meer-batman-red-sand-looks-amazing/| title=Holy Mark Meer, Batman! Red Sand Looks Amazing!|publisher=Gameverse|date=2012-05-23}}</ref>

===Action figures===
Two series of action figures were released by [[DC Direct]] and Big Fish Toys for ''[[Mass Effect 2]]'' and ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''. Series one included action figures of Commander Shepard, Grunt, Tali, and Thane. Series two included Garrus, Legion, Miranda, and Mordin. Each figure features game-accurate accessories and can be found in game and hobby shops and various online retailers. The figures tied to ''Mass Effect 3'' include bonus downloadable content, which is exclusive and different for each character.

===Board games===
'''''[[Risk (board game)|Risk]]: Mass Effect Galaxy at War Edition''''' (2013) was announced by USAopoly and was released in Fall 2013.<ref>{{cite web
|url=http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/usaopoly-to-unveil-new-games-based-on-the-hottest-licenses-and-iconic-brands-190528631.html
|title=USAopoly To Unveil New Games Based On The Hottest Licenses And Iconic Brands
|publisher=[[PR Newswire]]
|date={{Date|2013-02-11}}
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-04}}
}}</ref><ref>{{cite web
|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/02/12/mass-effect-risk-coming-this-year
|title=Mass Effect Risk Coming This Year
|author=Andrew Goldfarb
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|date={{Date|February 12, 2013}}
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-04}}
}}</ref>

===Art books===
Two ''Mass Effect'' art books have been released: 2007's ''Art of Mass Effect'',<ref>Various contributors, 23 November 2007, ''Art of Mass Effect'', Prima Games, ISBN 9780761558514</ref> published by [[Prima Games]] and 2012's ''The Art of the Mass Effect Universe'',<ref>Various contributors, 21 February 2012, ''The Art of the Mass Effect Universe'', Dark Horse Comics,U.S., ISBN 9781595827685</ref> published by [[Dark Horse Comics]]. The former book showcases the design sketches and concept art which was created for the original ''Mass Effect'' game, while the latter includes art, sketches and paintings for the entire trilogy, including several pieces originally published in the first book.

==Characters==

===Main game series characters===
{{main|Characters of the Mass Effect universe}}
'''Note:''' Some characters may or may not appear in ''Mass Effect 2'' or ''Mass Effect 3'', depending on their fate in the previous games. Some of the characters only appear if the player has installed the relevant downloadable content (DLC).
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:100%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="3" style="text-align:center;"| Game
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect 2]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''
|-
! [[Commander Shepard]]
| colspan="3"| [[Mark Meer]] (male) [[Jennifer Hale]] (female)
|-
! Ashley Williams
| colspan="3"| [[Kimberly Brooks]]
|-
! Liara T'Soni
| colspan="3"| [[Ali Hillis]]
|-
! Kaidan Alenko
| colspan="3"| [[Raphael Sbarge]]
|-
! [[Garrus Vakarian]] / Archangel
| colspan="3"| [[Brandon Keener]]
|-
! [[Tali'Zorah]] vas Normandy/nar Rayya/Vas Neema
| colspan="3"| Liz Sroka
|-
! Miranda Lawson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Yvonne Strahovski]]
|-
! [[Illusive Man|The Illusive Man]]
|style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Martin Sheen]]
|-
! Jeff "Joker" Moreau
| colspan="3"| [[Seth Green]]
|-
! David Anderson
| colspan="3"| [[Keith David]]
|-
! Urdnot Wrex
| colspan="3"| Steve Barr
|-
! EDI
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Tricia Helfer]]
|-
! Jacob Taylor
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Adam Lazarre-White
|-
! [[Mordin Solus]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| Michael Beattie
| [[William Salyers]]
|-
! Jack / Subject Zero
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Courtenay Taylor
|-
! Grunt
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Steven Blum]]
|-
! Thane Krios
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Keythe Farley]]
|-
! Legion
|style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| colspan="2"| [[D.C. Douglas]]
|-
! Samara
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Maggie Baird
|-
! Morinth
|style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|| [[Natalia Cigliuti]]
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Zaeed Massani
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Robin Sachs]]
|-
! Kasumi Goto
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Kym Hoy
|-
! James Vega
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|| [[Freddie Prinze, Jr.]]
|-
! Javik
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|| Ike Amadi
|-
! Admiral Steven Hackett
| colspan="3"| [[Lance Henriksen]]
|-
! Ambassador / Councilor Donnel Udina
| colspan="3"| [[Bill Ratner]]
|-
! Councilor Tevos
| colspan="3"| Jan Alexandra Smith
|-
! Councilor Valern
| colspan="3"| [[Armin Shimerman]]
|-
! Councilor Sparatus
| colspan="3"| [[Alastair Duncan]]
|-
! Councilor Irissa
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Susan Eisenberg]]
|-
! Councilor Esheel
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Grey DeLisle]]
|-
! Councilor Quentius
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Conrad Verner
| colspan="3"| Jeff Page
|-
! Engineer Gregory Adams
| [[Roger Jackson (actor)|Roger Jackson]]
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Roger Jackson (actor)|Roger Jackson]]
|-
! Captain / Major Kirrahe
| George Szilagyi
| ''Mentioned''
| George Szilagyi
|-
! Saren Arterius
| [[Fred Tatasciore]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Matriarch Benezia
| [[Marina Sirtis]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Sovereign
| [[Peter Jessop]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Ka'hairal Balak
| [[Fred Tatasciore]]
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Fred Tatasciore]]
|-
! Nihlus Kryik
| [[Alastair Duncan]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | ''Mentioned''
|-
! Navigator Charles Pressly
| colspan="2"| [[Dwight Schultz]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Yeoman Kelly Chambers
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Cara Pifko]]
|-
! Aria T'Loak
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Carrie-Anne Moss]]
|-
! Dr. Karin Chakwas
| colspan="3"| [[Carolyn Seymour]]
|-
! Dr. Chloe Michel
| Jan Alexandra Smith
| ''Mentioned''
| Jan Alexandra Smith
|-
! Captain / Commander Armando-Owen Bailey
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Michael Hogan (Canadian actor)|Michael Hogan]]
|-
! Engineer Kenneth "Ken" Donnelly
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| John Ullyatt
|-
! Engineer Gabriella "Gabby" Daniels
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Dannah Feinglass]]
|-
! Oriana Lawson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| ''Appeared''
| [[Laura Bailey (voice actress)|Laura Bailey]]
|-
! Gatatog Uvenk
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Michael Dorn]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Kal'Reegar
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Adam Baldwin]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Admiral Shala'Raan vas Tonbay
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Shohreh Aghdashloo]]
|-
! Admiral Han'Gerrel vas Neema
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Simon Templeman]]
|-
! Admiral Zaal'Korris vas Qwib-Qwib
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Martin Jarvis (actor)|Martin Jarvis]]
|-
! Admiral Daro'Xen vas Moreh
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Claudia Black]]
|-
! Harbinger
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Keith Szarabajka]]
| style="background:lightgrey;" | ''Appeared''
|-
! Kolyat Krios
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Quinton Flynn]]
|-
! Matriarch Aethyta
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Claudia Black]]
|-
! Nassana Dantius
| colspan="2"| [[Grey DeLisle]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Rana Thanoptis
| colspan="2"| Belinda Cornish
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Khalisah Bint Sinan al-Jilani
| colspan="3"| April Banigan
|-
! The Shadow Broker
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Steven Blum]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
(role assumed by Liara T'Soni)
|-
! Tela Vasir
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| Jessica Anne Bogart
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! David Archer
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Jesse Gervais
|-
! Gavin Archer
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Simon Templeman]]
|-
! Shiala
| colspan="2"| [[Gwendoline Yeo]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Gianna Parasini
| colspan="2"| Wendy Braun
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Emily Wong
| colspan="2"| [[Anndi McAfee]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Fist
| colspan="2"| John Wright
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Ambassador Din Korlack
| [[Lex Lang]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Lex Lang]]
|-
! Fai Dan
| [[Armin Shimerman]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Barla Von
| John Wright
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| John Wright
|-
! Consort Sha'ira
| [[Gwendoline Yeo]]
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Gwendoline Yeo]]
|-
! Kate Bowman
| [[Audrey Wasilewski]]
| ''Mentioned''
| style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Detective Anaya
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Cindy Robinson]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Niftu Cal
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Mark Meer]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Feron
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Yuri Lowenthal]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Warlord Okeer
| style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Dave Fennoy]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Vido Santiago
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Richard Green (actor)|Richard Green]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Donovan Hock
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| John Ulyatt
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Mess Sergeant Rupert Gardner
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Bill Ratner]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Dr. Amanda Kenson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| Victoria Gray
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Harkin / Fade
| colspan="2"| Roger Jackson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Steve Cortez
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Matthew Del Negro]]
|-
! Samantha Traynor
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Alix Wilton Regan]]
|-
! Diana Allers
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Jessica Chobot]]
|-
! Kai Leng
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Troy Baker]]
|-
! Kahlee Sanders
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Grey DeLisle]]
|-
! Primarch Adrien Victus
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Daniel Riordan]]
|-
! Dalatrass Linron
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Grey DeLisle]]
|-
! Eve / Urdnot Bakara
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Lani Minella]]
|-
! Leviathan
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| Anthony Skordi
|-
! Dr. Ann Bryson
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Fay Masterson]]
|-
! Henry Lawson
| style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Alan Dale]]
|-
! Oleg Petrovsky
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Brian George]]
|-
! Nyreen Kandros
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Sumalee Montano]]
|-
! Maya Brooks
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Siobhan Hewlett]]
|}

===Spin-off game series characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:99%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center;"| Game
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect Galaxy]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Infiltrator]]''
|-
! [[Jacob Taylor (Mass Effect)|Jacob Taylor]]
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! [[Miranda Lawson]]
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Jath'Amon
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Derek Izunami
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Nax
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Batha
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Clint "Black Eye" Darragh
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Illo Nazario
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Randall Ezno
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Director
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Inali Renata
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! X1
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|}

===Novel series characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:99%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="4" style="text-align:center;"| Novel
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Revelation]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Ascension]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Retribution]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Deception]]''
|-
! Kahlee Sanders
| colspan="4"| ''Appeared''
|-
! David Anderson
| ''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
| colspan="2 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Illusive Man
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="3 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Paul Grayson
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="2 "|''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Gillian Grayson
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Hendel Mitra
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Saren Arterius
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3 "|''Mentioned''
|-
! Jon Grissom
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2 "|''Mentioned''
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Kai Leng
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |
| colspan="2 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Aria T'Loak
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |
| colspan="2" "|''Appeared''
|-
! Nick Donahue
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="3 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Commander Shepard
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="3"| ''Mentioned''
|}

===Comic series characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:99%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:9%;"| Character
! colspan="5" style="text-align:center;"| Comic
! colspan="5" style="text-align:center;"| Mini-comic
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! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Redemption]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Evolution''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Invasion''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Homeworlds''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Foundation''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Incursion''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Inquistion''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Conviction''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Blasto: Eternity Is Forever''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: He Who Laughs Best''
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! Aria T'Loak
|''Appeared''
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Liara T'Soni
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|| ''Appeared''
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  

|-
! Feron
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Shadow Broker
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Miranda Lawson
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Tazzik
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Harbinger
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Jack Harper/Illusive Man
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Saren Arterius
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| style="background:lightgrey;"|  
|''Mentioned''
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Eva Coré
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! General Williams
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Desolas Arterius
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Ben Hislop
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Anto Korragan
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="7" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Oleg Petrovsky
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="7" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Raymond Ashe
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="7" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! James Vega
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Tali'Zorah
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Garrus Vakarian
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Rasa/Maya Brooks
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Kai leng
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Ashley Williams
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Urdnot Wrex
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Kaidan Alenko
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Jacob Taylor
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Jack "Subject Zero"
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Thane Krios
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Kasumi Goto
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Zaeed Masani
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Kolyat
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Tela Vasir
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Fist
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Councilor Valern
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Keiji Okuda
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Armando-Owen Bailey
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Executor Pallin
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
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! Donnel Udina
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! David Anderson
| colspan="7" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Commander Shepard
|''Mentioned''
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Blasto
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Cerulean Star
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Kronus
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Jeff "Joker" Moreau
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
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! Captain Dillard
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
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! General Invectus
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|}

===Movie characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:100%;"
|-
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="1" style="text-align:center;"| Film
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Paragon Lost]]''
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! James Vega
| colspan="1"|[[Freddie Prinze, Jr.]]
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! Treeya
| colspan="1"|[[Monica Rial]]
|-
! Essex
| colspan="1"|[[Eric Vale]]
|-
! Kamille
| colspan="1"|[[Laura Bailey (actress)|Laura Bailey]]
|-
! Messner
| colspan="1"|[[Vic Mignogna]]
|-
! Mason
| colspan="1"|Marc Swint
|-
! Milque
| colspan="1"|[[Todd Haberkorn]]
|-
! Nicky
| colspan="1"|[[Josh Grelle]]
|-
! Christine
| colspan="1"|[[Kara Edwards]]
|-
! April
| colspan="1"|Jad Saxton
|-
! Captain Toni
| colspan="1"|[[Travis Willingham]]
|-
! Archuk
| colspan="1"|[[Jason Douglas]]
|-
! Brood
| colspan="1"|[[Justin Cook]]
|-
! Admiral Steven Hackett
| colspan="1"|Bruce Carey
|-
! David Anderson
| colspan="1"|[[Patrick Seitz]]
|-
! Liara T'Soni
| colspan="1"|[[Jamie Marchi]]
|}

==See also==
*''[[Star Control II]]''

==References==
{{reflist|30em}}

==External links==
* [http://masseffect.bioware.com/ ''Mass Effect'' official website]
* [http://masseffect.wikia.com/wiki/Mass_Effect_Wiki The Mass Effect Wiki, an external wiki]

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Mass Effect Galaxy

2014-10-22T15:25:29Z

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{{Infobox video game
| title = Mass Effect Galaxy
| image = [[File:Mass Effect Galaxy logo.PNG|256px]]
| developer = [[BioWare]]
| publisher = [[Electronic Arts]]
| designer = Kevin Barrett ([[Game director|director]])
| writer =
| series = ''[[Mass Effect]]''
| engine = [[Torque (game engine)|Torque]]
| released = June 22, 2009
| genre = [[Action role-playing game|Action role-playing]]
| modes = [[Single-player video game|Single-player]]
| platforms = [[iOS]]
| media = [[Digital distribution|Download]]
}}

'''''Mass Effect Galaxy''''' is a game for [[iOS]], released on June 22, 2009. The story focuses on backstory of one of the companion characters from ''[[Mass Effect 2]]''. [[BioWare]] stated that the game will contain two hours of gameplay and will have "top down shooter action". BioWare also stated that the game, like the novels, will not be "required reading" for ''Mass Effect 2'', meaning that players will still be able to enjoy ''Mass Effect 2'' having only played ''[[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]''.<ref>{{cite web |first= Andrew |last= Yoon |title= Survey reveals Mass Effect: Jacob's Story for iPhone |url= http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/28/survey-reveals-mass-effect-jacobs-story-for-iphone/ |publisher= [[Joystiq]] |date= 28 April 2009 |accessdate= 8 June 2009 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |first= Michael |last= McWhertor |title= Mass Effect On The iPhone Will Tell Jacob's Story |url= http://kotaku.com/5231724/mass-effect-on-the-iphone-will-tell-jacobs-story |publisher= [[Kotaku]] |date= 29 April 2009 |accessdate= 8 June 2009 }}</ref>

==Gameplay==
Jacob is controlled by tilting the iPod Touch or iPhone and firing is done automatically. The game is played from a top-down perspective and the levels become more maze-like as the player progresses. Enemies can be locked on to, and additional moves can be performed by pressing buttons on the heads-up-display.
It is possible to use Jacob's Biotic stasis ability to freeze enemies in place, or use an omni-tool to Sabotage enemy shields. Finally, Jacob can fire a missile that can take out multiple enemies within its blast radius.
Conversations are depicted in comic book style panels and there are some opportunities for multiple-choice dialogue. Cutscenes are shown via animated comic book panels.
If the player logs in to their EA Online account using the Extras menu then completes the game, an unspecified reward is unlocked in Mass Effect 2 (provided that said game is linked to the same account). According to project director Casey Hudson, the reward is obtained via speaking with Jacob Taylor in Mass Effect 2<ref>http://docs.google.com/View?id=dd78xshh_82cx7t67db</ref>

==Plot==
The story starts off with [[Jacob Taylor (Mass Effect)|Jacob Taylor]] on vacation aboard a cruise ship. It is suddenly boarded by pirates and Jacob, utilizing his experience as a former Alliance soldier, fights the pirates off. The pirates turn out to be batarians. He is sent to the Citadel where he talks to his former commanding officer, Major Derek Izunami who assigns him to investigate the agenda of the batarians in the Terminus Systems and beyond.

There is a big commotion at the Citadel because a batarian ambassador, Jath'Amon is visiting the Council soon to negotiate peace. Many people are worried by this, as terrorists are threatening to ruin the peace talks. Jacob has to meet a woman named [[Miranda Lawson]] in the Nemean Abyss to get his information but he is forced to deal with human pirates who have taken over Cartagena Station. The boss of these pirates is called "Black Eye" Clint Darragh and you can choose to let him surrender or you can kill him. Miranda is impressed and tells you what she knows. There are three leads.

One is a turian arms smuggler named Illo Nazario who is hiding on Tortuga. He's been working with the batarians for several years and may know something. The second lead is information regarding the planet Bekke, where the batarians are building an army. This information is considered suspicious, as batarians form small terrorist cells as their preferred method of attack. The third lead is reports of human doctors and scientists being kidnapped by the batarians and being taken to the Ahn'Kedar Orbital Platform. It is implied they are being forced to work on a biological weapon. You can tackle these three missions in any order.

On Bekke, Jacob must discover what this army is protecting. Miranda's scans reveal some kind of hazardous material which gets more potent the further Jacob progresses through the base. It is eventually revealed to be a large cache of Element Zero, which enhances Jacob's Biotic abilities but could kill him unless he leaves quickly. He is extracted and the eezo is stored safely.

On the Ahn'Kedar Orbital Platform, Jacob discovers it has been taken over by batarians who are forcing the kidnapped scientist to work on something. He runs into Nax, a krogan who is searching for a missing asari scientist called Batha. The two decide to team up; Nax rescues Batha while Jacob saves the others. Nax distracts the batarians, allowing Jacob to sneak into the lab and confront the leader. The scientists claim that the batarians are dying of a blood plague and that they are working on a cure for them, but Jacob knows that this is a ruse. The batarians have engineered the disease themselves and are planning on unleashing it on the Citadel council, with the cure Batha has made as their defence. Miranda allows Batha to complete the cure on the ship but they must hurry to Tortuga to find Illo.

Upon arrival, Jacob meets an informant of Miranda's; a salarian named Ish. Ish tells Jacob that Illo hasn't made any deals in a while and may be up to something. He gives Jacob the passcode to Illo's base and warns him of the thugs he has as bodyguards. Jacob infiltrates the base and confronts Illo. Meeting him reveals that he is dying of a biological weapon the batarians have tested on him and he won't tell Jacob anything until he gets the cure which Batha has made. They take him to the ship and cure him and he tells Jacob everything he knows. He reveals that the batarians have no qualms about unleashing the virus in the council meeting because not only do they have the vaccine, but the Ambassador Jath'Amon is the terrorist leader and he plans on infecting the council members himself.

Jacob and Miranda rush to the Citadel where they foil the plan and save the council as well as hundreds of lives. Jath'Amon swears vengeance against Jacob and the human race and is escorted out by C-Sec. Jacob goes on another vacation and is surprised when Miranda joins him, a bottle of champagne in hand and a smirk on her face.

==Reception==
[[IGN]] scored ''Mass Effect Galaxy'' 5.0/10, calling the game rushed, with "clumsy controls and repetitive action." The different art style of the game was noted as one of the game's positive points, but the animations were "weak," and layout of the game was criticized as "uninteresting." The reviewer concluded by advising readers to "Avoid this uninspired, un-fun game."<ref>{{cite web |url=http://wireless.ign.com/articles/996/996974p1.html |title=IGN: Mass Effect Galaxy Review |last=Buchanan |first=Levi |date=2009-06-23 |accessdate=2009-06-27 |publisher=IGN}}</ref>

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://masseffect.bioware.com Official website]

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Mass Effect

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{{About|the video game series|the first video game|Mass Effect (video game)|other uses|Mass effect (disambiguation)}}
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{{Infobox VG series
| title = Mass Effect
| image = [[File:Masseffectlogo.png]]
| caption = ''Mass Effect'' logo
| developer = [[BioWare]]
| publisher = [[Microsoft Game Studios]] (2007) [[Electronic Arts]] (2008-present)
| genre = [[Action role-playing game|Action role-playing]], [[third-person shooter]]
| platforms = [[Xbox 360]], [[Microsoft Windows]], [[PlayStation 3]], [[iOS]], [[Wii U]], [[Android (operating system)|Android]], [[Windows Phone]]
| platform of origin = Xbox 360
| first release version = ''[[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]''
| first release date = November 20, 2007
| latest release version = ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''
| latest release date = March 6, 2012
| website = [http://masseffect.bioware.com/ BioWare Mass Effect]
}}

'''''Mass Effect''''' is a [[science fiction]] [[Action role-playing game|action role-playing]] [[third person shooter]] [[video game]] series developed by the Canadian company [[BioWare]] and released for the [[Xbox 360]], [[PlayStation 3]], and [[Microsoft Windows]], with the third installment also released on the [[Wii U]]. The trilogy largely revolves around a soldier by the name of [[Commander Shepard]], whose mission is to save the [[Milky Way|galaxy]] from a race of powerful [[mechanical engineering|mechanical]] beings known as the Reapers and their agents, including the game's antagonist [[Saren Arterius]]. The first game sees Shepard investigating Saren, who Shepard slowly comes to understand is operating under the guidance of Sovereign, a Reaper left behind in the Milky Way tens of thousands of years before, when the Reapers exterminated virtually all sentient organic life in the galaxy as part of a recurrent cycle of genocide for an unknown purpose. Sovereign is a vanguard whose purpose is to trigger the imminent return of the Reaper fleet hibernating in [[Extragalactic astronomy|extra-galactic]] dark space, restarting the process of extermination. [[Mass Effect 2|The second game]] takes place two years later, and sees Shepard battling the Collectors, an alien race abducting entire human colonies in a plan to help the Reapers return to the Milky Way. [[Mass Effect 3|The final game]] of Shepard's trilogy centers on the final battle against the Reapers.

All three games have received critical acclaim for their storyline, characters, romances, voice acting, choices, and the depth of the galaxy.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://borderhouseblog.com/?p=6665 |title=The Border House Podcast Episode 1 Transcript |publisher=Borderhouseblog.com |date=2011-11-01 |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref> Video game website [[GamesRadar]] called ''Mass Effect'' the best new franchise of the generation, saying the galaxy was so well-constructed that it felt like a decades-old franchise and represented "a high-water mark for video games as a story-telling medium."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamesradar.com/the-top-7-best-new-franchises-of-this-generation/ |title=Top 7 Best New Franchises of this Generation |publisher=GamesRadar |date=2010-11-08 |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>

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==Games==
A trilogy of games has been released, each continuing the previous game's story in chronological order. The ''Mass Effect'' series combines [[action role-playing game]] elements, with the main series games being in [[third-person perspective]]. The protagonist can use two AI-controlled squad members in battle, which usually consist of members he or she has recruited from various places and for various reasons, and taken onto the ''Normandy'', Shepard's starship. The player could make perspective decisions depending upon the situation. At these times, the player has multiple sets of dialogue choices with which to respond to NPCs, separated by tone. Starting from ''Mass Effect 2'', the player can interrupt cut-scenes calmly or aggressively. The games often have various mini-games in them as well, such as drinking, dancing and romancing characters. A fourth major game has been rumored by tweets by Casey Hudson, as he asked "We're in early stages of designing a completely new ''Mass Effect'' game. What would you want to see in it?"<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/CaseyDHudson/status/266612856517181440|title=New mass effect game|first=Casey|last=Hudson}}</ref>

All three major installments of the ''Mass Effect'' trilogy have been met with commercial success as well as critical acclaim. The series is highly regarded for its narrative, character development, voice acting, universe and emphasis on player choice affecting the experience.

===Main trilogy===
{{VG Series Reviews
|updated = December 31, 2012
|game1 = [[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]
|gr1 = (X360) 91.24%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/930279-mass-effect/index.html |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PC) 89.70%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/944902-mass-effect/index.html |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PS3) 82.00%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/689056-mass-effect/index.html |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref>
|mc1 = (X360) 91<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mass-effect |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PC) 89<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mass-effect |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PS3) 85<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mass-effect |title=''Mass Effect'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref>
|game2 = [[Mass Effect 2]]
|gr2 = (X360) 95.69%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/944907-mass-effect-2/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PC) 94.52%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/944906-mass-effect-2/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PS3) 93.24%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/605239-mass-effect-2/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref>
|mc2 = (X360) 96<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mass-effect-2 |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PC) 94<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mass-effect-2 |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PS3) 94<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mass-effect-2 |title=''Mass Effect 2'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref>
|game3 = [[Mass Effect 3]]
|gr3 = (X360) 92.12%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/995452-mass-effect-3/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PS3) 91.65%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/ps3/615759-mass-effect-3/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (WIIU) 88.25%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/wii-u/673037-mass-effect-3-special-edition/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3: Special Edition'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref> (PC) 87.75%<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/995487-mass-effect-3/index.html |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[GameRankings]]}}</ref>
|mc3 = (X360) 93<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mass-effect-3 |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PS3) 93<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mass-effect-3 |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (PC) 89<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mass-effect-3 |title=''Mass Effect 3'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref> (WIIU) 87<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/wii-u/mass-effect-3-special-edition |title=''Mass Effect 3: Special Edition'' Reviews |accessdate=November 10, 2011 |publisher=[[Metacritic]]}}</ref>
}}

====''Mass Effect''====
{{Main|Mass Effect (video game)}}
''Mass Effect'' (2007), the first game in the series, was originally created as an exclusive title for the Xbox 360 but was later ported to Microsoft Windows by [[Demiurge Studios]], and to the [[PlayStation 3]] by [[Edge of Reality]]. The game focuses on the protagonist, Commander Shepard, and his or her quest to stop the rogue Spectre Saren Arterius from leading an army of sentient machines, called the Geth, to conquer the galaxy. During pursuit of Saren, Shepard learns of a far greater threat in the form of the Reapers. Saren has been mentally enslaved by the Reaper [[Vanguard (military tactics)|vanguard]] Sovereign, sent into Citadel Space to initiate the purge of all advanced sentient life in the galaxy, a cycle repeated by the Reapers every 50,000 years.

=====Downloadable content=====
* ''Bring Down the Sky'': Released on March 10, 2008 for the Xbox 360 as a paid download and on July 29, 2008 for Windows as a free download.
* ''Pinnacle Station'': Released on August 25, 2009.

====''Mass Effect 2''====
{{Main|Mass Effect 2}}
''Mass Effect 2'', the second main game in the series, was released on January 26, 2010 in North America and January 29 in Europe.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/103/1035830p1.html|title=Mass Effect 2 Release Date Announced|first=Jim|last=Reilly}}</ref> A great deal of secrecy surrounded the game prior to launch, with few details emerging other than Casey Hudson, Project Director for BioWare, stating that "players should keep their save files, because decisions made by the player in the first game will continue to have influences on their character in the sequel."<ref name="GI1">{{Cite news | last = GI Staff | date = March 2008 | title = Afterwards: ''Mass Effect'' | periodical = [[Game Informer]] | issue = 179 | page = 24 | postscript = }}</ref><ref name="keep saves">{{cite web | last = Brudvig | first = Erik | title = BioWare Suggests Hanging on to Mass Effect Saves | publisher = IGN | date = 2009-02-23 | url = http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/956/956202p1.html | accessdate = 2009-03-08}}</ref> The game takes place two years after the events of ''Mass Effect''. Human colonies are being attacked, their colonists disappearing without a trace. The game's protagonist, Commander Shepard, is forced into an uneasy alliance with the pro-Human paramilitary organization, Cerberus, in an effort to discover the cause. Evidence emerges pointing to the 'Collectors', an advanced, enigmatic race of insect-like humanoids. Adding to the threat is the revelation that the Collectors are working for the Reapers. Shepard sets out on a "suicide mission" to stop the Collectors, accompanied by a hand-picked team of soldiers, assassins, mercenaries, and specialists. ''Mass Effect 2'' has received overwhelming critical and public praise since its release, for its characters, storyline, voice acting, and refined combat and gameplay with many critics calling it a major improvement over the original and an easy [[Game of the Year]] contender despite its January release. At [[Gamescom]] 2010, it was announced that a [[PlayStation 3]] version would become available, which was released on January 18, 2011.

=====Downloadable content=====
{{Main|Mass Effect 2 downloadable content}}
* ''Normandy Crash Site'': Released on January 26, 2010 as a free download.
* ''Zaeed - The Price of Revenge'': Released on January 28, 2010 as a free download.
* ''Firewalker'': Released on March 23, 2010. Added 5 vehicle-based missions.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Kasumi - Stolen Memory|Kasumi - Stolen Memory]]'': Released on April 6, 2010.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Overlord|Overlord]]'': Released on June 15, 2010.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Lair of the Shadow Broker|Lair of the Shadow Broker]]'': Released on September 7, 2010.
* ''[[Mass Effect 2: Arrival|Arrival]]'': Released on March 29, 2011 and acts as a bridge for ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''.

====''Mass Effect 3''====
{{Main|Mass Effect 3}}
''Mass Effect 3'', the third and final installment in the ''Mass Effect'' trilogy, was released on March 6, 2012.<ref>{{cite web|title=Mass Effect 3 Thrusts Its Way into Early 2012|author=Mike Fahey|publisher=Kotaku|accessdate=4 March 2011|date=4 March 2011|url=http://kotaku.com/5798587/mass-effect-3-will-be-an-early-2012-release}}</ref> Casey Hudson commented that ''Mass Effect 3'' "will be easier [to develop] because we don't have to worry about continuity into the next one."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.shacknews.com/article/61666/bioware-already-looking-forward-to|title=BioWare Already Looking Forward to Mass Effect 3}}</ref> However, decisions will still be imported from the two previous titles to ''Mass Effect 3'', as to keep continuity within the series.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://meforums.bioware.com/viewtopic.html?topic=714128&forum=144 |title=Choose Language | BioWare Social Network |publisher=Meforums.bioware.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref> In the final chapter of the trilogy, the Reapers have returned in force, and have begun their purge of the galaxy, attacking [[Earth]]. During this attack Commander Shepard is on Earth and forced to flee.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bunker37.com/2011/08/a-mass-effect-3-gameplay-preview/ |title = A Mass Effect 3 Gameplay Preview}}</ref> After fleeing Earth, Commander Shepard must hurry and rally the advanced races of the galaxy to make one final stand, not only to save Earth, but also to break a cycle that has continued for millions of years (hence providing the answer to [[Fermi's Paradox]]). Casey Hudson stated in an interview at the Consumer Electronics Show that ''Mass Effect 3'' would complete the story arc of Commander Shepard, and would pull in over 1,000 variables from ''Mass Effect'' and ''Mass Effect 2'' to shape how players experience the final chapter. The first official trailer was unveiled on December 11, 2010 during the [[Spike TV]] Video Game Awards.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/15/interview-bioware-casey-hudson-on-the-making-of-mass-effect-2|title=Interview: BioWare's Casey Hudson on the making of Mass Effect 2}}</ref>

=====Downloadable content=====
{{Main|Mass Effect 3 downloadable content}}
* ''From Ashes'': Released on the game's release date.
* ''Extended Cut'': Released on June 26, 2012 as a free download. Featured new cinematic sequences and epilogue scenes that expanded upon the original ending.
* ''Leviathan'': Released on August 28, 2012.
* ''Omega'': Released on November 27, 2012.
* ''Citadel'': Released on March 5, 2013. For the Xbox 360 the content was released in two separate downloadable packs because of its larger than usual size. The first pack requires purchase, but the second pack is free; however, both packs are required in order to access the content.<ref>{{cite web|last=Goldfarb|first=Andrew|title=Final Mass Effect 3 Single-Player, Multiplayer DLC * ''Genesis 2'': Released on April 2, 2013. The content is the sequel to the interactive comic ''Genesis'' which was featured in ''Mass Effect 2''. The interactive comic recaps the events of ''Mass Effect 2'' Announced|url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2013/02/21/final-mass-effect-3-single-player-multiplayer-dlc-announced|publisher=IGN}}</ref> It is the final DLC pack released for ''Mass Effect 3''.<ref>http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/324/index/15961411</ref>

====''Mass Effect Trilogy''====
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On September 26, 2012, BioWare announced the ''Mass Effect Trilogy'', a re-release of all three games in one pack. The bundle included a new premium foil box featuring artwork of Commander Shepard, and the multiplayer component of ''Mass Effect 3'' was still available. The pack was released on November 6, 2012 for [[Xbox 360]] and [[Microsoft Windows]], and on December 4, 2012 for the [[PlayStation 3]] (coinciding with the [[PlayStation Network]] release of [[Mass Effect (video game)|the first game]]).<ref>{{cite web|title=Mass Effect Trilogy – November 6th 2012|url=http://www.masseffect.com/about/trilogy/}}{{dead link|date=September 2013}}</ref><ref name="PS3">http://blog.bioware.com/2012/11/01/ryan-warden-an-update-on-the-mass-effect-trilogy/</ref>

===Spin-offs===

====''Mass Effect Galaxy''====
'''''[[Mass Effect Galaxy]]''''' (2009): This is backstory set between the events of ''Mass Effect'' and ''Mass Effect 2'' and exclusively on the [[iOS]] platform. The story is focused around two characters who appear as squad members in ''Mass Effect 2'': [[Jacob Taylor (Mass Effect)|Jacob Taylor]] and [[Miranda Lawson]]. When the passenger liner Arcturian Jade is attacked by Batarian raiders with Jacob on it, he takes on the task of defending the ship. After safely arriving at their destination on the Citadel, Jacob's former CO contacts him about an undercover Alliance operation in the Nemean Abyss to investigate the Batarians' increasingly aggressive activities.

====''Mass Effect: Infiltrator''====
'''''[[Mass Effect: Infiltrator]]''''' (2012): A third-person shooter released on the [[Android (operating system)|Android]], [[BlackBerry 10]], iOS and [[Windows Phone 8]] platforms. The story for ''Infiltrator'' involves Randall Ezno, a Cerberus agent, who discovers Cerberus's cruelty and goes rogue, killing Cerberus troopers and freeing prisoners from a hostile base. Players will "receive rewards" for collecting evidence of Cerberus' crimes. According to EA, "Every completed rescue and intelligence discovery in Infiltrator will increase a player's Galactic Readiness rating directly through the 'Galaxy at War' system in ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''."<ref name="infiltrator">{{cite web | last = Hamilton | first = Kirk | title = BioWare’s Mass Effect iOS Game is the Third-Person Shooter Mass Effect: Infiltrator | publisher = Kotaku | date = 2012-02-07 | url = http://kotaku.com/5883125/biowares-mass-effect-ios-game-is-the-third+person-shooter-mass-effect-infiltrator | accessdate = 2012-02-07}}</ref>

====''Mass Effect: Datapad''====
'''''Mass Effect: Datapad''''' (2012): A free app for iOS devices. ''Datapad'' will allow players to check the status of the galaxy map in ''[[Mass Effect 3]]'' and receive messages from characters. ''Datapad'' will also contain information about the characters, races, vehicles, weapons, and storyline of the ''Mass Effect'' universe, as well as mini-games that interact with the ''Mass Effect 3'' 'Galaxy at War' system.

===Future of the franchise===

On November 12, 2012, BioWare announced that they are working on a new ''Mass Effect'' project and that it would use the [[Frostbite (game engine)|Frostbite 3]] engine, much like ''[[Dragon Age: Inquisition]]''.<ref>{{cite web|author=by BioWare |url=http://blog.bioware.com/2012/11/12/an-update-from-bioware-montreal/ |title=An Update From BioWare Montreal | BioWare Blog |publisher=Blog.bioware.com |date=2012-11-12 |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>
The game will be produced in [[Montréal]].

The game was officially announced at [[E3 2014]] on June 9, 2014.

According to BioWare community manager Chris Priestly, BioWare does not want people to refer to the next game as ''Mass Effect 4''. {{centered pull quote|To call the next game 'Mass Effect 4' or 'ME4' is doing it a disservice and seems to cause a lot of confusion here. We have already said that the Commander Shepard trilogy is over and that the next game will not feature him/her. That is the only detail you have on the game. I see people saying 'well, they’ll have to pick a canon ending.' No, because the game does not have to come after. Or before. Or off to the side. Or with characters you know. Or yaddayaddayadda. Wherever, whenever, whoever, etc will all be revealed years down the road when we actually start talking about it. I do not call the game ME4 when I talk about it ever, [because] that makes people think of it more as 'what happens after 'Mass Effect 3' rather than 'what game happens next set in the 'Mass Effect' Universe. Obviously fans are going to speculate content, character and story until we actually reveal details in the years or months to come as you have almost no actual details, just don’t get bogged down in 'well how are they going to continue ME3.'|author=Chris Priestly}}

This statement was followed up by BioWare Edmonton chief Yanick Roy. {{centered pull quote|What Chris is saying is that thinking of the next 'Mass Effect' game as 'Mass Effect 4' would imply a certain linearity, a straight evolution of the gameplay and story of the first three games. Story-wise, the arc of the first trilogy has also been concluded, and what we will do is tell a new story set in the 'Mass Effect' universe. That doesn’t mean that events of the first three games and the choices you made won’t get recognized, but they likely won’t be what this new story will focus on. I apologize for being cryptic right now, but it’s early enough in development that we don’t have much to share – things still fluctuate quite a bit.|author=Yanick Roy}}

In March 2013, BioWare Montreal executive producer [[Casey Hudson]] revealed at [[PAX East]] that BioWare was beginning work on the next installment in the franchise. {{centered pull quote|We are starting to get ready to develop another ''Mass Effect'' game, and it's going to be a new thing. We want to be able to give fans an opportunity to get back into the world with these things you've come to know and love about the ''Mass Effect'' experience, but start something fresh and new; a new way for you to explore the whole universe in ''Mass Effect''.|author=Casey Hudson}}

At [[E3 2014]], the next installment in the ''Mass Effect'' franchise was briefly shown with early conceptual footage and information about the game.<ref>{{cite web|title=E3 2014: New Mass Effect Contains "Nods" for Fans of the Original Trilogy|url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/e3-2014-new-mass-effect-contains-nods-for-fans-of-the-original-trilogy/1100-6420395/|accessdate=July 20, 2014}}</ref>

As of August 7, ''Mass Effect'' creator [[Casey Hudson]] left BioWare.<ref>{{cite web|title=Mass Effect Creator Leaves BioWare| url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2014/08/07/mass-effect-creator-leaves-bioware|accessdate=September 19, 2014}}</ref>

==Expanded universe==

===Novels===
*'''''[[Mass Effect: Revelation]]''''' (2007): The first novel based on ''Mass Effect'', the plot is centered around then-Lieutenant [[Characters of Mass Effect#David Anderson|David Anderson]] and tells the story of how he came to know Saren. It expands on the history of the ''Mass Effect'' universe and reveals in detail how Anderson failed to become the first human Spectre. ''Mass Effect: Revelation'' was written by [[Drew Karpyshyn]].
*'''''Mass Effect: Ascension''''' (2008): The second novel based on ''Mass Effect'', the plot centers around protagonist Paul Grayson, a member of Cerberus, who is in charge of raising a biotic girl named Gillian. It is set approximately two months after the ending events of the first game. ''Mass Effect: Ascension'' is the second novel set in the ''Mass Effect'' universe to be written by Drew Karpyshyn.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.drewkarpyshyn.com/novels.htm |title=Drew Karpyshyn Creative Works |publisher=Drewkarpyshyn.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Retribution''''' (2010): On July 27, 2010, BioWare released the third ''Mass Effect'' novel written by Drew Karpyshyn, a sequel to ''Mass Effect 2'' and ''Mass Effect: Ascension''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cinemablend.com/games/Mass-Effect-Retribution-Announced-22215.html|title=Mass Effect: Retribution Announced}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.drewkarpyshyn.com/news.htm |title=Drew Karpyshyn Creative Works |publisher=Drewkarpyshyn.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Deception''''' (2012): The fourth ''Mass Effect'' novel, it centers on Gillian Grayson. The first book in the series to be written by [[William C. Dietz]]. Response to the novel has been negative due to a large number of inconsistencies with lore and characterization, prompting many fans to petition BioWare to disregard the novel as canon.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/323/index/9070774/1 |title=''Mass Effect: Deception'' critique on official Bioware forums |publisher=Social.bioware.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XBpMF3ONlI308D9IGG8KICBHfWKU0sXh0ntukv-_cmo/edit?pli=1 |title=Canon errors in ''Mass Effect: Deception'' |publisher= |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://games.ign.com/articles/121/1217690p1.html |title=Mass Effect Tie-in Novel Filled with Errors |publisher=IGN |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref> In response to these widespread complaints, BioWare and Del Rey have announced that a number of changes are being made for future editions of the novel.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/323/index/9150901 |title='''Mass Effect 3 Official Forum''' - ''Del Rey and Bioware comment on Mass Effect: Deception'' |publisher=Social.bioware.com |date= |accessdate=2013-01-07}}</ref>

====Fan novels====
'''''Mass Effect: Pick Your Path''''' (2012) is a popular interactive fiction novel written by Mike Kayatta that runs parallel to the events of ''Mass Effect 2''. It follows the exploits of an unnamed Citadel merchant who chases Commander Shepard around the galaxy to gain an endorsement for his shop. Encouraged by The Illusive Man for unknown reasons, the merchant becomes haplessly entangled with the dangerous aftermath of Shepard's various adventures. The story, considered similar to the [[Choose Your Own Adventure]] series of books,<ref name="tvtropes1">{{cite web|url=http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/ChooseYourOwnAdventure|title=Choose Your Own Adventure|publisher= TV Tropes}}</ref> features the same choice-driven format of the games, allowing the reader to choose between "paragon" or "renegade" actions, drastically affect the ending, and even romance a selection of unique party members. The full story was published by [[The Escapist (magazine)|The Escapist]] in March, 2012.<ref name="Escapist1">{{cite web|url=http://www.escapistmagazine.com/articles/view/features/9514-Pick-Your-Path-Mass-Effect|title=Mass Effect: Pick Your Path|publisher=Escapist Magazine|date=2012-03-28}}</ref>

===Comics===
[[File:10.15.11MacWaltersByLuigiNovi1.jpg|thumb|Writer Mac Walters in front of a ''Mass Effect'' poster at the [[Dark Horse Comics]] booth at the 2011 [[New York Comic Con]].]]
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*'''''[[Mass Effect: Redemption]]''''' is a four-part [[comic book]] mini-series that was released between January and April 2010. The story, which revolves around Liara T'Soni, is set in the interim period between the prologue and main storyline of ''Mass Effect 2'', and is related to the [[downloadable content]] ''Lair of the Shadow Broker'' that was released for the game.<ref name="ME_Redemption_IGN_20090721_Schedeen">
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*'''''Mass Effect: Incursion''''' is an on-line comic (8 pages) that follows Aria T'Loak's encounter with the Collectors one week prior to the opening events of ''Mass Effect 2''. The events of ''Incursion'' link into the events of the comic miniseries ''Mass Effect: Redemption''. It was released June 21, 2010 through [[IGN]].<ref name="ME_Incursion_IGN_20100621_George">
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*'''''Mass Effect: Inquisition''''' is an on-line comic (8 pages) written by Mac Walters. Taking place after ''Mass Effect 2'', the plot follows Captain Armando-Owen Bailey during his investigation of Executor Venari Pallin and corruption within C-Sec. It was released October 26, 2010 through ''[[USA Today]]''.<ref name="ME_Inquisition_USAT_20101024_Hargo">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.usatoday.com/life/comics/2010-10-25-masseffect25_ST_N.htm
|title='Mass Effect: Inquisition' is ready to blast off
|first=Tory |last=Hargro
|date={{Date|2010-10-24}}
|work=[[USA Today]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
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</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Evolution''''' is a four-part [[comic book]] mini-series. The first issue was released in January 2011. The story focuses on the origin of the [[Illusive Man]] and is set during the First Contact War, shortly after the discovery of the Mass Relays.<ref>{{cite web | last = George | first = Richard | title = SDCC 10: Mass Effect: The Origin of the Illusive Man | publisher = IGN | date = 2010-07-15 | url = http://comics.ign.com/articles/110/1106020p1.html | accessdate=2010-08-03}}</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Conviction''''' is a free short (10 page) single issue mini-comic written by Mac Walters. Taking place before ''Mass Effect 3'', the plot follows Lieutenant James Vega during his stay on Omega before returning to Systems Alliance service. Released in September, 2011 available through a digital distribution promotion exclusively at participating retailers.<ref name="ME_Conviction_CB_20111009_LeMoyne">
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|title=Review - Mass Effect: Conviction
|first=R. B. |last=LeMoyne
|date={{Date|9/10/2011}}
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|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-07}}
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}}
</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Invasion''''' is a comic book series (4 issues) released between October 2011 and January 2012. It follows Aria T'Loak, the pirate queen of the space station Omega, as her station comes under attack from a new threat unleashed by Cerberus, the human survivalist organization.<ref name="ME_Invasion_IGN_Listing">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.ign.com/comics/mass-effect-invasion
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion
|date=October 2011
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Invasion_DH_Invasion_Issue_1_MCcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/17-568/Mass-Effect-Invasion-1-Massimo-Carnevale-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #1 (Massimo Carnevale cover)
|date={{Date|October 19, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Invasion_DH_Invasion_Issue_1_PRcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/18-733/Mass-Effect-Invasion-1-Paul-Renaud-25th-anniversary-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #1 (Paul Renaud 25th anniversary cover)
|date={{Date|October 19, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Invasion_DH_Invasion_Issue_2_MCcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/17-569/Mass-Effect-Invasion-2-Massimo-Carnevale-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #2 (Massimo Carnevale cover)
|date={{Date|November 16, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Invasion_DH_Invasion_Issue_2_PRcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/19-556/Mass-Effect-Invasion-2-Paul-Renaud-variant-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #2 (Paul Renaud variant cover)
|date={{Date|November 16, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Invasion_DH_Invasion_Issue_3_MCcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/17-570/Mass-Effect-Invasion-3-Massimo-Carnevale-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #3 (Massimo Carnevale cover)
|date={{Date|December 21, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Invasion_DH_Invasion_Issue_3_PRcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/19-557/Mass-Effect-Invasion-3-Paul-Renaud-Variant-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #3 (Paul Renaud Variant cover)
|date={{Date|December 21, 2011}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Invasion_DH_Invasion_Issue_4_MCcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/17-631/Mass-Effect-Invasion-4-Massimo-Carnevale-regular-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #4 (Massimo Carnevale regular cover)
|date={{Date|January 18, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Invasion_DH_Invasion_Issue_4_PRcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/19-558/Mass-Effect-Invasion-4-Paul-Renaud-variant-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Invasion #4 (Paul Renaud variant cover)
|date={{Date|January 18, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-06}}
}}
</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Homeworlds''''' is a comic book series (4 issues) written by game lead writer Mac Walters released April 25, 2012. Each issue focuses on a main character from the ''Mass Effect'' series.<ref name="ME_Homeworlds_Kotaku_20120104_Narcisse">
{{Cite web
|url=http://kotaku.com/5873051/mass-effects-newest-cast-member-gets-the-spotlight-in-a-new-dark-horse-comics-series/
|title=Mass Effect’s Newest Cast Member Kicks Off New Dark Horse Comics Series
|first=Evan |last=Narcisse
|date={{Date|1/04/2012 }}
|work=[[Kotaku]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_IGN_Listing">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.ign.com/comics/mass-effect-homeworlds
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds
|date=April 2012
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_DH_Homeworlds_Issue_1_APcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/20-458/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-1-Anthony-Palumbo-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #1 (Anthony Palumbo cover)
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|date={{Date|April 25, 2012}}
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_DH_Homeworlds_Issue_1_MHVcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/21-310/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-1-Mike-Hawthorne-Variant-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #1 (Mike Hawthorne Variant cover)
|date={{Date|April 25, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_DH_Homeworlds_Issue_2_APcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/20-459/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-2-Anthony-Palumbo-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #2 (Anthony Palumbo cover)
|date={{Date|May 30, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_DH_Homeworlds_Issue_2_MHVcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/21-311/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-2-Mike-Hawthorne-Variant-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #2 (Mike Hawthorne Variant cover)
|date={{Date|May 30, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_DH_Homeworlds_Issue_3_APcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/20-460/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-3-Anthony-Palumbo-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #3 (Anthony Palumbo cover)
|date={{Date|July 25, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_DH_Homeworlds_Issue_3_MHVcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/21-312/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-3-Mike-Hawthorne-variant-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #3 (Mike Hawthorne variant cover)
|date={{Date|July 25, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_DH_Homeworlds_Issue_4_APcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/20-461/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-4-Anthony-Palumbo-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #4 (Anthony Palumbo cover)
|date={{Date|August 29, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Homeworlds_DH_Homeworlds_Issue_4_MHVcover">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/21-313/Mass-Effect-Homeworlds-4-Mike-Hawthorne-variant-cover
|title=Mass Effect: Homeworlds #4 (Mike Hawthorne variant cover)
|date={{Date|August 29, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Blasto: Eternity Is Forever''''' is a short (14 page) single issue mini-comic written by Mac Walters released on November 7, 2012 through digital distribution. The main character is Blasto, a Hanar Spectre featured in several ''Mass Effect'' films as the galaxy's first Hanar Spectre.<ref name="ME_Blasto_DH_Info_Page">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/22-887/Mass-Effect-Blasto---Eternity-is-Forever-Digital-Exclusive
|title=Mass Effect: Blasto - Eternity is Forever (Digital Exclusive)
|date={{Date|November 07, 2012}}
|publisher=[[Dark Horse Comics]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Blasto_Kotaku_20121014_Narcisse">
{{Cite web
|url=http://kotaku.com/5951224/mass-effect-3s-best-action-hero-is-getting-his-own-comic
|title=Mass Effect 3’s Best Action Hero Is Getting His Own Comic
|first=Evan |last=Narcisse
|date=14 Oct 2012
|work=[[Kotaku]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Blasto_Gameranx_20121012_Celestin_Greer">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/10002/article/mass-effect-s-blasto-gets-his-own-comic/
|title=Mass Effect's Blasto Gets His Own Comic
|first= Ajané |last=Celestin-Greer
|date={{Date|10/12/2012}}
|publisher=Gameranx
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref>
* '''''Mass Effect: He Who Laughs Best''''' is a short (10 page) single issue mini-comic written by Mac Walters released on May 4, 2013 for [[Free Comic Book Day]] 2013. It explains how Jeff "Joker" Moreau became the SSV Normandy's pilot prior to the events of ''Mass Effect''.<ref>http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/22-872/Free-Comic-Book-Day-2013-Mass-Effect-Killjoys-R-I-P-D</ref>
*'''''Mass Effect: Foundation''''' is a 13 issue comic series written by Mac Walters. The first issue was released on July 24, 2013. It features a story that runs parallel to the game trilogy and is designed to expand the universe as a whole.<ref name="ME_Foundation_Escapist_20130303_Slabaugh">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news/view/122467-Mass-Effect-Foundation-Expands-Shepards-Universe
|title=Mass Effect: Foundation Expands Shepard's Universe
|first=Brett |last=Slabaugh
|date=3 March 2013 
|publisher=[[The Escapist (magazine)|The Escapist]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref><ref name="ME_Foundation_Forbes_20130303_Bosier">
{{Cite web
|url=http://www.forbes.com/sites/jenniferbosier/2013/03/03/dark-horse-announces-mass-effect-foundation-comic-series/
|title=Dark Horse Announces Mass Effect: Foundation Comic Series
|first=Jen |last=Bosier
|date=3/03/2013 11:37 AM
|publisher=[[Forbes]]
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-05}}
}}
</ref>

===Films===
*'''''Mass Effect''''': On May 24, 2010, EA announced that [[Legendary Pictures]] and [[Warner Bros.]] acquired the rights to a ''Mass Effect'' film, with the game's executive producer Casey Hudson, as well as Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuck from BioWare, serving as executive producers. Initially, Legendary planned to produce the film with [[Thomas Tull]], Jon Jashni, and [[Avi Arad]], with a screenplay by [[Mark Protosevich]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.heatvisionblog.com/2010/05/mass-effect-video-game-on-way-to-movie-screen.html|title='Mass Effect' video game on way to movie screen.}}</ref> Protosevich and the producers have stated that the film will follow the plot of the original game.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.legendary.com/blog/sdcc-film-panel-questions-answered|author=Legendary Pictures|publisher=Legendary Pictures|title=Comic Con Q&A Mass Effect}}</ref> On October 24, 2012, ''[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]]'' announced that Morgan Davis Foehl would be writing the screenplay.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118061198|author=Justin Kroll and Marc Graser|publisher=Variety|title=Legendary arms 'Mass Effect' with new scribe}}</ref>
*'''''[[Mass Effect: Paragon Lost]]''''' (2012): On April 7, 2011, EA announced that anime distributor [[Funimation Entertainment]] and Japanese studio [[T.O Entertainment]] will produce an [[anime]] film adaptation based on the series.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2011-04-07/funimation-t.o-to-make-anime-movie-of-mass-effect-games|title=Funimation. T.O to Make Anime Movie of Mass Effect Games|publisher= [[Anime News Network]]|date=2011-04-07}}</ref> The film was released on December 28, 2012.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/MassEffectAnime/status/243115819280785408|title=Paragon Lost BD & DVD release date changes|publisher=|date=}}</ref> It serves as the prequel to ''[[Mass Effect 3]]'' and follows the early career of Alliance Marine James Vega as he leads an elite Special Forces squad into battle against The Collectors. Stationed at a colony in a remote star system, Vega and his soldiers must protect the civilians from a ruthless invasion by the Collectors, determined to capture the population for unknown purposes.

====Fan films====
'''''Mass Effect: Assignment''''' (2012) is a [[fan film]] that acts as a [[sidequel]] to the ''Mass Effect'' game series set in the same timeline, following a group of original characters. The film follows the story of two N7 Soldiers, Meer and Hale, who are hunting down Defoe, a smuggler whose cargo is of great interest to a lot of parties. The film was produced by filmmaking duo Sneaky Zebra and marks the first fan film set in the ''Mass Effect'' universe. The film features the unique element of being interactive much like the games series allowing the viewer to choose the path of the plot to four possible endings.<ref name="kotaku1">{{cite web|url=http://kotaku.com/5865339/this-fan+made-mass-effect-film-is-shaping-up-nicely|title=This Fan-Made Mass Effect Film is Shaping Up Nicely|publisher= Kotaku|date=2011-12-05}}</ref> Three character based teaser trailers were released in December via Machinma with the full short being released in February 2012.<ref name="kotaku1"/><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2012-02/21/mass-effect-fan-movie|title=Link to Wired.co.uk Article: Fans create interactive 'Mass Effect' film for YouTube|publisher= [[Wired (magazine)|Wired]]|date=2012-02-21}}</ref>

'''''Red Sand''''' (2012) is a fan film that serves as a prequel to the ''Mass Effect'' series. It is set 35 years before the plot of the games and tells the story of the discovery of the ancient Prothean ruins of Mars. The film stars [[Mark Meer]], voice of the male version of [[Characters of the Mass Effect universe#Commander Shepard|Commander Shepard]] in the games, as Colonel Jon Grissom. It was produced by the students and faculty of the Digital Video Program at the [[University of Advancing Technology]] in [[Tempe, Arizona]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://kotaku.com/5885575/this-mass-effect-movie-actually-stars-the-real-commander-shepard|title=This Mass Effect Movie Actually Stars the Real Commander Shepard|publisher= Kotaku|date=2012-02-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ingame.msnbc.msn.com/technology/ingame/move-over-hollywood-mass-effect-fans-bring-game-film-792972| title=Move over Hollywood, Mass Effect fans bring game to film|publisher= [[MSNBC]]|date=2012-05-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gameverse.com/2012/05/23/holy-mark-meer-batman-red-sand-looks-amazing/| title=Holy Mark Meer, Batman! Red Sand Looks Amazing!|publisher=Gameverse|date=2012-05-23}}</ref>

===Action figures===
Two series of action figures were released by [[DC Direct]] and Big Fish Toys for ''[[Mass Effect 2]]'' and ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''. Series one included action figures of Commander Shepard, Grunt, Tali, and Thane. Series two included Garrus, Legion, Miranda, and Mordin. Each figure features game-accurate accessories and can be found in game and hobby shops and various online retailers. The figures tied to ''Mass Effect 3'' include bonus downloadable content, which is exclusive and different for each character.

===Board games===
'''''[[Risk (board game)|Risk]]: Mass Effect Galaxy at War Edition''''' (2013) was announced by USAopoly and was released in Fall 2013.<ref>{{cite web
|url=http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/usaopoly-to-unveil-new-games-based-on-the-hottest-licenses-and-iconic-brands-190528631.html
|title=USAopoly To Unveil New Games Based On The Hottest Licenses And Iconic Brands
|publisher=[[PR Newswire]]
|date={{Date|2013-02-11}}
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-04}}
}}</ref><ref>{{cite web
|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/02/12/mass-effect-risk-coming-this-year
|title=Mass Effect Risk Coming This Year
|author=Andrew Goldfarb
|publisher=[[IGN]]
|date={{Date|February 12, 2013}}
|accessdate={{Date|2013-04-04}}
}}</ref>

===Art books===
Two ''Mass Effect'' art books have been released: 2007's ''Art of Mass Effect'',<ref>Various contributors, 23 November 2007, ''Art of Mass Effect'', Prima Games, ISBN 9780761558514</ref> published by [[Prima Games]] and 2012's ''The Art of the Mass Effect Universe'',<ref>Various contributors, 21 February 2012, ''The Art of the Mass Effect Universe'', Dark Horse Comics,U.S., ISBN 9781595827685</ref> published by [[Dark Horse Comics]]. The former book showcases the design sketches and concept art which was created for the original ''Mass Effect'' game, while the latter includes art, sketches and paintings for the entire trilogy, including several pieces originally published in the first book.

==Characters==

===Main game series characters===
{{main|Characters of the Mass Effect universe}}
'''Note:''' Some characters may or may not appear in ''Mass Effect 2'' or ''Mass Effect 3'', depending on their fate in the previous games. Some of the characters only appear if the player has installed the relevant downloadable content (DLC).
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:100%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="3" style="text-align:center;"| Game
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect 2]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect 3]]''
|-
! [[Commander Shepard]]
| colspan="3"| [[Mark Meer]] (male) [[Jennifer Hale]] (female)
|-
! Ashley Williams
| colspan="3"| [[Kimberly Brooks]]
|-
! Liara T'Soni
| colspan="3"| [[Ali Hillis]]
|-
! Kaidan Alenko
| colspan="3"| [[Raphael Sbarge]]
|-
! [[Garrus Vakarian]] / Archangel
| colspan="3"| [[Brandon Keener]]
|-
! [[Tali'Zorah]] vas Normandy/nar Rayya/Vas Neema
| colspan="3"| Liz Sroka
|-
! Miranda Lawson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Yvonne Strahovski]]
|-
! [[Illusive Man|The Illusive Man]]
|style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Martin Sheen]]
|-
! Jeff "Joker" Moreau
| colspan="3"| [[Seth Green]]
|-
! David Anderson
| colspan="3"| [[Keith David]]
|-
! Urdnot Wrex
| colspan="3"| Steve Barr
|-
! EDI
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Tricia Helfer]]
|-
! Jacob Taylor
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Adam Lazarre-White
|-
! [[Mordin Solus]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| Michael Beattie
| [[William Salyers]]
|-
! Jack / Subject Zero
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Courtenay Taylor
|-
! Grunt
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Steven Blum]]
|-
! Thane Krios
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Keythe Farley]]
|-
! Legion
|style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| colspan="2"| [[D.C. Douglas]]
|-
! Samara
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Maggie Baird
|-
! Morinth
|style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|| [[Natalia Cigliuti]]
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Zaeed Massani
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Robin Sachs]]
|-
! Kasumi Goto
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Kym Hoy
|-
! James Vega
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|| [[Freddie Prinze, Jr.]]
|-
! Javik
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|| Ike Amadi
|-
! Admiral Steven Hackett
| colspan="3"| [[Lance Henriksen]]
|-
! Ambassador / Councilor Donnel Udina
| colspan="3"| [[Bill Ratner]]
|-
! Councilor Tevos
| colspan="3"| Jan Alexandra Smith
|-
! Councilor Valern
| colspan="3"| [[Armin Shimerman]]
|-
! Councilor Sparatus
| colspan="3"| [[Alastair Duncan]]
|-
! Councilor Irissa
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Susan Eisenberg]]
|-
! Councilor Esheel
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Grey DeLisle]]
|-
! Councilor Quentius
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Conrad Verner
| colspan="3"| Jeff Page
|-
! Engineer Gregory Adams
| [[Roger Jackson (actor)|Roger Jackson]]
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Roger Jackson (actor)|Roger Jackson]]
|-
! Captain / Major Kirrahe
| George Szilagyi
| ''Mentioned''
| George Szilagyi
|-
! Saren Arterius
| [[Fred Tatasciore]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Matriarch Benezia
| [[Marina Sirtis]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Sovereign
| [[Peter Jessop]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Ka'hairal Balak
| [[Fred Tatasciore]]
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Fred Tatasciore]]
|-
! Nihlus Kryik
| [[Alastair Duncan]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | ''Mentioned''
|-
! Navigator Charles Pressly
| colspan="2"| [[Dwight Schultz]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Yeoman Kelly Chambers
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Cara Pifko]]
|-
! Aria T'Loak
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Carrie-Anne Moss]]
|-
! Dr. Karin Chakwas
| colspan="3"| [[Carolyn Seymour]]
|-
! Dr. Chloe Michel
| Jan Alexandra Smith
| ''Mentioned''
| Jan Alexandra Smith
|-
! Captain / Commander Armando-Owen Bailey
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Michael Hogan (Canadian actor)|Michael Hogan]]
|-
! Engineer Kenneth "Ken" Donnelly
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| John Ullyatt
|-
! Engineer Gabriella "Gabby" Daniels
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Dannah Feinglass]]
|-
! Oriana Lawson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| ''Appeared''
| [[Laura Bailey (voice actress)|Laura Bailey]]
|-
! Gatatog Uvenk
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Michael Dorn]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Kal'Reegar
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Adam Baldwin]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Admiral Shala'Raan vas Tonbay
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Shohreh Aghdashloo]]
|-
! Admiral Han'Gerrel vas Neema
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Simon Templeman]]
|-
! Admiral Zaal'Korris vas Qwib-Qwib
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Martin Jarvis (actor)|Martin Jarvis]]
|-
! Admiral Daro'Xen vas Moreh
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Claudia Black]]
|-
! Harbinger
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Keith Szarabajka]]
| style="background:lightgrey;" | ''Appeared''
|-
! Kolyat Krios
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Quinton Flynn]]
|-
! Matriarch Aethyta
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Claudia Black]]
|-
! Nassana Dantius
| colspan="2"| [[Grey DeLisle]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Rana Thanoptis
| colspan="2"| Belinda Cornish
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Khalisah Bint Sinan al-Jilani
| colspan="3"| April Banigan
|-
! The Shadow Broker
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Steven Blum]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
(role assumed by Liara T'Soni)
|-
! Tela Vasir
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| Jessica Anne Bogart
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! David Archer
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| Jesse Gervais
|-
! Gavin Archer
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| colspan="2"| [[Simon Templeman]]
|-
! Shiala
| colspan="2"| [[Gwendoline Yeo]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Gianna Parasini
| colspan="2"| Wendy Braun
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Emily Wong
| colspan="2"| [[Anndi McAfee]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Fist
| colspan="2"| John Wright
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Ambassador Din Korlack
| [[Lex Lang]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Lex Lang]]
|-
! Fai Dan
| [[Armin Shimerman]]
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Barla Von
| John Wright
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| John Wright
|-
! Consort Sha'ira
| [[Gwendoline Yeo]]
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Gwendoline Yeo]]
|-
! Kate Bowman
| [[Audrey Wasilewski]]
| ''Mentioned''
| style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
|-
! Detective Anaya
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Cindy Robinson]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Niftu Cal
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Mark Meer]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Feron
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Yuri Lowenthal]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Warlord Okeer
| style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Dave Fennoy]]
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Vido Santiago
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Richard Green (actor)|Richard Green]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Donovan Hock
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| John Ulyatt
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Mess Sergeant Rupert Gardner
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| [[Bill Ratner]]
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Dr. Amanda Kenson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
| Victoria Gray
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Harkin / Fade
| colspan="2"| Roger Jackson
| style="background:lightgrey;"| Not present
|-
! Steve Cortez
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Matthew Del Negro]]
|-
! Samantha Traynor
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Alix Wilton Regan]]
|-
! Diana Allers
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Jessica Chobot]]
|-
! Kai Leng
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Troy Baker]]
|-
! Kahlee Sanders
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Grey DeLisle]]
|-
! Primarch Adrien Victus
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Daniel Riordan]]
|-
! Dalatrass Linron
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Grey DeLisle]]
|-
! Eve / Urdnot Bakara
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Lani Minella]]
|-
! Leviathan
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| Anthony Skordi
|-
! Dr. Ann Bryson
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Fay Masterson]]
|-
! Henry Lawson
| style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| ''Mentioned''
| [[Alan Dale]]
|-
! Oleg Petrovsky
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Brian George]]
|-
! Nyreen Kandros
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Sumalee Montano]]
|-
! Maya Brooks
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" | Not present
| [[Siobhan Hewlett]]
|}

===Spin-off game series characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:99%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center;"| Game
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect Galaxy]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Infiltrator]]''
|-
! Jacob Taylor
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Miranda Lawson
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Jath'Amon
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Derek Izunami
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Nax
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Batha
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Clint "Black Eye" Darragh
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Illo Nazario
| ''Appeared''
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Randall Ezno
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Director
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Inali Renata
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! X1
|style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|}

===Novel series characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:99%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="4" style="text-align:center;"| Novel
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Revelation]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Ascension]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Retribution]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:20%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Deception]]''
|-
! Kahlee Sanders
| colspan="4"| ''Appeared''
|-
! David Anderson
| ''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
| colspan="2 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Illusive Man
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="3 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Paul Grayson
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="2 "|''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
|-
! Gillian Grayson
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Hendel Mitra
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| ''Mentioned''
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Saren Arterius
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3 "|''Mentioned''
|-
! Jon Grissom
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2 "|''Mentioned''
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Kai Leng
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |
| colspan="2 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Aria T'Loak
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |
| colspan="2" "|''Appeared''
|-
! Nick Donahue
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="3 "|''Appeared''
|-
! Commander Shepard
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| colspan="3"| ''Mentioned''
|}

===Comic series characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:99%;"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:9%;"| Character
! colspan="5" style="text-align:center;"| Comic
! colspan="5" style="text-align:center;"| Mini-comic
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Redemption]]''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Evolution''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Invasion''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Homeworlds''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Foundation''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Incursion''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Inquistion''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Conviction''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: Blasto: Eternity Is Forever''
! style="text-align:center; width:9%;"| ''Mass Effect: He Who Laughs Best''
|-
! Aria T'Loak
|''Appeared''
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Liara T'Soni
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|| ''Appeared''
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  

|-
! Feron
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Shadow Broker
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Miranda Lawson
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Tazzik
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Harbinger
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Jack Harper/Illusive Man
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Saren Arterius
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| style="background:lightgrey;"|  
|''Mentioned''
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Eva Coré
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! General Williams
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Desolas Arterius
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Ben Hislop
| style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Anto Korragan
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="7" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Oleg Petrovsky
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="7" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Raymond Ashe
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="7" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! James Vega
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Tali'Zorah
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Garrus Vakarian
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Rasa/Maya Brooks
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Kai leng
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Ashley Williams
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Urdnot Wrex
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Kaidan Alenko
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Jacob Taylor
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Jack "Subject Zero"
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Thane Krios
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Kasumi Goto
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Zaeed Masani
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Kolyat
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Tela Vasir
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Fist
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Councilor Valern
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Keiji Okuda
| colspan="4" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="5" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Armando-Owen Bailey
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Executor Pallin
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Donnel Udina
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="3" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! David Anderson
| colspan="7" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Commander Shepard
|''Mentioned''
| colspan="6" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="2" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Blasto
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Cerulean Star
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Kronus
| colspan="8" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
| colspan="1" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
|-
! Jeff "Joker" Moreau
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! Captain Dillard
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|-
! General Invectus
| colspan="9" style="background:lightgrey;" |  
| ''Appeared''
|}

===Movie characters===
{| class="wikitable collapsible collapsed" style="text-align:center; width:100%;"
|-
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width:20%;"| Character
! colspan="1" style="text-align:center;"| Film
|-
! style="text-align:center; width:26.6%;"| ''[[Mass Effect: Paragon Lost]]''
|-
! James Vega
| colspan="1"|[[Freddie Prinze, Jr.]]
|-
! Treeya
| colspan="1"|[[Monica Rial]]
|-
! Essex
| colspan="1"|[[Eric Vale]]
|-
! Kamille
| colspan="1"|[[Laura Bailey (actress)|Laura Bailey]]
|-
! Messner
| colspan="1"|[[Vic Mignogna]]
|-
! Mason
| colspan="1"|Marc Swint
|-
! Milque
| colspan="1"|[[Todd Haberkorn]]
|-
! Nicky
| colspan="1"|[[Josh Grelle]]
|-
! Christine
| colspan="1"|[[Kara Edwards]]
|-
! April
| colspan="1"|Jad Saxton
|-
! Captain Toni
| colspan="1"|[[Travis Willingham]]
|-
! Archuk
| colspan="1"|[[Jason Douglas]]
|-
! Brood
| colspan="1"|[[Justin Cook]]
|-
! Admiral Steven Hackett
| colspan="1"|Bruce Carey
|-
! David Anderson
| colspan="1"|[[Patrick Seitz]]
|-
! Liara T'Soni
| colspan="1"|[[Jamie Marchi]]
|}

==See also==
*''[[Star Control II]]''

==References==
{{reflist|30em}}

==External links==
* [http://masseffect.bioware.com/ ''Mass Effect'' official website]
* [http://masseffect.wikia.com/wiki/Mass_Effect_Wiki The Mass Effect Wiki, an external wiki]

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2K Australia

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{{refimprove|date=August 2014}}
{{Infobox company
| name = 2K Australia
| logo = [[Image:2KAustralialogo.png|100px]]
| caption =
| type = [[Subsidiary]] of [[2K Games]]
| foundation = 2000
| location = [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]]
| industry = [[Video game industry|Computer and video games]] [[Interactive entertainment]]
| products = [[Video game]]s
| owner = [[Take-Two Interactive]]
| parent = [[2K Games]]
| homepage =
}}
'''2K Australia''' is an [[Australia]]n [[video game developer]] based in [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]] founded in 2000 as Irrational Canberra with Jonathan Chey taking the helm but in 2007 they changed there name to 2K Australia. The studio's main focus according to press releases is to develop new intellectual property and co-develop products with other 2K studios.

In 2004 Irrational designers Ed Orman and Dean Tate awarded "Best Design" in the [[Australian Game Developers Conference|Australian Game Developer Awards]], as well as the studio receiving "Best Game of 2004" and "Best PC Game".

Originally part of [[Irrational Games]], 2K Australia joined [[2K Marin]] in 2010 upon the announcement of its new [[XCOM]] game. However, in late 2011 2K Marin and 2K Australia separated once again.<ref>http://au.ign.com/companies/2k-australia</ref>

2K is Australia's only [[AAA (game industry)|AAA developer]].

== List of video games ==
{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" | Year
! rowspan="2" | Title
! colspan="5" | Platform(s)
|-
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Linux]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Mac OS|Mac]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]
|-
| 2002
| ''[[Freedom Force (2002 video game)|Freedom Force]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2004
| ''[[Tribes: Vengeance]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[SWAT 4]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2008
| ''[[BioShock]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{yes}}
|-
| 2010
| ''[[BioShock 2]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[The Bureau: XCOM Declassified]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2014
| ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* {{Official website|www.2kaustralia.com}}

{{Take-Two Interactive}}
{{Irrational Games}}

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2K Australia

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{{refimprove|date=August 2014}}
{{Infobox company
| name = 2K Australia
| logo = [[Image:2KAustralialogo.png|100px]]
| caption =
| type = [[Subsidiary]] of [[2K Games]]
| foundation = 2002
| location = [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]]
| industry = [[Video game industry|Computer and video games]] [[Interactive entertainment]]
| products = [[Video game]]s
| owner = [[Take-Two Interactive]]
| parent = [[2K Games]]
| homepage =
}}
'''2K Australia''' is an [[Australia]]n [[video game developer]] based in [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]] founded in 2000 as Irrational Canberra with Jonathan Chey taking the helm but in 2007 they changed there name to 2K Australia. The studio's main focus according to press releases is to develop new intellectual property and co-develop products with other 2K studios.

In 2004 Irrational designers Ed Orman and Dean Tate awarded "Best Design" in the [[Australian Game Developers Conference|Australian Game Developer Awards]], as well as the studio receiving "Best Game of 2004" and "Best PC Game".

Originally part of [[Irrational Games]], 2K Australia joined [[2K Marin]] in 2010 upon the announcement of its new [[XCOM]] game. However, in late 2011 2K Marin and 2K Australia separated once again.<ref>http://au.ign.com/companies/2k-australia</ref>

2K is Australia's only [[AAA (game industry)|AAA developer]].

== List of video games ==
{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" | Year
! rowspan="2" | Title
! colspan="5" | Platform(s)
|-
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Linux]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Mac OS|Mac]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]
|-
| 2002
| ''[[Freedom Force (2002 video game)|Freedom Force]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2004
| ''[[Tribes: Vengeance]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[SWAT 4]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2008
| ''[[BioShock]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{yes}}
|-
| 2010
| ''[[BioShock 2]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[The Bureau: XCOM Declassified]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2014
| ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* {{Official website|www.2kaustralia.com}}

{{Take-Two Interactive}}
{{Irrational Games}}

[[Category:Take-Two Interactive]]
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Irrational Games

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{{Infobox company
| name = Irrational Games
| logo = [[File:IrrationalGames new logo.jpg|200px]]
| caption =
| type = [[Subsidiary]]
| foundation = 1997
| defunct = 2014
| location_city = [[Quincy, Massachusetts]]
| location_country = [[United States]]
| key_people = [[Ken Levine (video game designer)|Ken Levine]] Jonathan Chey Robert Fermier
| industry = [[Video game industry|Computer and video games]] [[Interactive entertainment]]
| products = [[Video game]]s
| revenue =
| operating_income =
| net_income =
| owner = [[Take-Two Interactive]]
| num_employees = 91 (at the time of closure)
| parent = [[2K Games]]
| homepage = http://www.irrationalgames.com/
}}

'''Irrational Games''' (known briefly as '''2K Boston, Inc./2K Australia Pty. Ltd.''') was a [[video game developer]] founded in 1997 by three former employees of [[Looking Glass Studios]]: [[Ken Levine (video game designer)|Ken Levine]], Jonathan Chey, and Robert Fermier as Irrational Games. On January 9, 2006, [[Take-Two Interactive]] announced that they had purchased Irrational, and would publish their games under the [[2K Games]] label.

At its largest point Irrational had two studios, one in [[Quincy, Massachusetts]], [[United States|USA]] just outside [[Boston]], [[Massachusetts]] and the other in [[Canberra]], [[Australia]].

A third studio, [[2K Marin]], was split off from 2K Boston in 2007, with five former Irrational Games employees leaving to join the new company. [[2K Marin]] worked with [[2K Australia]] on ''[[BioShock 2]]''.

The Canberra studio ([[2K Australia]]) separated from the Boston studio at some point after 2007, and merged with 2K Marin in 2010.

In late July 2010, several media outlets reported that a recently created [[website]], whatisicarus.com, was a promotion relating to Irrational Games' unannounced project. The following week, information about the game was again teased, with the trailer confirmed for release on August 12, 2010.<ref>{{cite web|last=Totilo|first=Stephen|title=BioShock Creators’ Next Game Debuts Next Week, Trailer On Aug. 12|url=http://kotaku.com/5602577/bioshock-creators-next-game-debuts-next-week-trailer-on-aug-12|publisher=Kotaku}}</ref> It turned out to be ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''.

[[Ken Levine (video game designer)|Ken Levine]] announced on February 18, 2014 that Irrational Games will be closing down, with fifteen members of the staff to follow Levine to focus on digital-download, narrative-driven games for Take-Two. Levine stated "I am winding down Irrational Games as you know it. I’ll be starting a smaller, more entrepreneurial endeavor at Take-Two."<ref name=Defunct>{{cite web |url=http://irrationalgames.com/new-featured/a-message-from-ken-levine-2/ |title=''A Message From Ken Levine'' about the closing of Irrational Games and the future of the studio |accessdate=February 18, 2014 |publisher=Irrational Games, Ken Levine}}</ref>

==History==
[[Image:IrrationalGames.png|right|thumb|Original Irrational Games logo]]
* 1997 – Boston studio formed by former [[Looking Glass Studios]] employees [[Ken Levine (game developer)|Ken Levine]], Jonathan Chey, and Robert Fermier.
* 1999 – ''[[System Shock 2]]'' released to critical acclaim.
* 2000 – Irrational Canberra opens, with Jonathan Chey taking the helm. ''Deep Cover'' is cancelled.
* 2002 – Legal issues with publisher [[Crave Entertainment]] result in the development of ''[[The Lost (video game)|The Lost]]'' being halted.
* 2004 – Irrational designers Ed Orman and Dean Tate awarded "Best Design" in the Australian Game Developer Awards, as well as the studio receiving "Best Game of 2004" and "Best PC Game".
* 2005 – Irrational's Boston studio moves to larger office space in [[Quincy, Massachusetts]]. The studio retains the "Irrational Games Boston" title.
* 2006 – Irrational is acquired by [[Take-Two Interactive]], under the [[2K Games]] publishing arm.<ref>http://ir.take2games.com/ReleaseDetail.cfm?ReleaseID=183561</ref>
* 2007 – Irrational Games is renamed to [[2K Boston]] and [[2K Australia]] on August 10.<ref name="namechange">{{Cite web|url=http://home.businesswire.com/portal/site/google/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20070810005400&newsLang=en|title=Irrational Games Renamed 2K Boston and 2K Australia|publisher=[[Business Wire]]|date=2007-08-10|accessdate=2010-09-16}}</ref> ''[[BioShock]]'' released August 21 to wide critical acclaim and strong sales.
* 2010 - 2K Boston announces its return to its original name, "Irrational Games" on January 8.<ref>[http://gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2010/01/08/the-return-of-irrational-games.aspx The Return Of Irrational Games]</ref> [[2K Australia]] merges with [[2K Marin]]<ref name=ausmerge>{{Cite web| url=http://www.kotaku.com.au/2010/04/2k-studio-name-madness-continues-with-new-xcom-game/ | title=2K Studio Name Madness Continues With New XCOM Game|accessdate=2010-04-28|date=2010-04-16|publisher=Kotaku Australia|first=Luke|last=Plunkett}}</ref> and announces ''[[XCOM]]'' on April 14.

Shortly after ''BioShock'' was released, rumors arose that many of the staff who had worked on the game were leaving 2K Boston/Australia. In 2007, five members of the 2K Boston team moved to a new 2K Games studio in [[Novato, California]].<ref name=levineinterview>{{Cite web| url=http://www.gamespot.com/news/6206477.html | title=Q&A: Ken Levine talks BioShock, reminisces about X-Com |accessdate=2009-04-09|date=2009-03-20|publisher=GameSpot}}</ref> Soon after, 2K Games announced the formation of [[2K Marin]] in Novato.<ref name=2kmarin>{{Cite web| url=http://www.gamespot.com/news/6184063.html | title=Take-Two confirms 2K Marin |accessdate=2009-04-09|date=2007-12-17|publisher=GameSpot}}</ref>

Before Irrational started development on ''BioShock Infinite'', the studio did preliminary work for the ''XCOM'' project that later became ''[[The Bureau: XCOM Declassified]]''.<ref name="polygon1">{{cite web|url=http://www.polygon.com/2014/3/6/5474722/why-did-irrational-close-bioshock-infinite|title=The final years of Irrational Games, according to those who were there|last=Plante|first=Chris|date=6 March 2014|work=[[Polygon (website)|Polygon]]|publisher=[[Vox Media]]|accessdate=6 March 2014}}</ref>

===Closing of the studio===
On 18 February 2014 it was announced by Ken Levine via an open letter posted on the Irrational Games Website that Irrational Games would be closing. All but fifteen members of the Irrational Games staff would get laid off with the team helping them to find new jobs within and outside of 2K Games and that 2K was now in charge of the ''BioShock'' IP. A career day was hosted by Irrational Games for the remaining 75 employees to help seek employment at 57 other studios.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.polygon.com/2014/2/28/5458470/irrational-games-closure-layoffs-75-job-fair-57-studios |title=Irrational Games closure led to 75 layoffs, job fair hosted 57 studios |date=February 28, 2014|accessdate=April 15, 2014 |publisher=Polygon}}</ref>

Levine and the 15 remaining members of the team would be creating new, smaller games focusing on a replayable narrative for the core gamers. It was said that Levine's studio will continue to keep the Irrational name, although Take-Two later stated that it was not true.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2014-05-14-take-two-ceo-open-to-buying-more-studios | title = Take-Two CEO open to buying more studios | first = Chris | last = Morris | date = 14 May 2014 | accessdate = 14 May 2014 | publisher = [[GamesIndustry.biz]] }}</ref> The studio's games will be released digitally with Take-Two/2K Games funding and publishing them.<ref name=Defunct />

== List of video games ==
{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" | Year
! rowspan="2" | Title
! colspan="6" | Platform(s)
|-
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Mac OS|Mac]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]

|-
| 1999
| ''[[System Shock 2]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
|-
| 2002
| ''[[Freedom Force (2002 video game)|Freedom Force]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
|-
| 2004
| ''[[Tribes: Vengeance]]''
| {{No}}
| {{NA}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[Freedom Force vs the 3rd Reich]]''
| {{No}}
| {{NA}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[SWAT 4]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
|-
| 2007
| ''[[BioShock]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}

|-
| 2013
| ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|}

=== Cancelled video games ===
* ''Deep Cover''
* ''Division 9''
* ''Monster Island''
* ''[[The Lost (video game)|The Lost]]''
* ''Freedom Force 3''
* ''Untitled [[BioShock (series)|BioShock]] [[Playstation Vita|Vita]] game''

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
* [http://www.IrrationalGames.com/ Irrational Games (US)]
* [http://www.Irrational.com.au/ Irrational Games (AU)]
* [http://www.2kboston.com/ 2K Boston (Quincy, Massachusetts)]
* [http://www.2kaustralia.com/ 2K Australia (Canberra, ACT)]
* [http://www.mobygames.com/company/irrational-games ''Irrational Games''] profile on [[MobyGames]]
{{Take-Two Interactive}}
{{Ken Levine}}

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2K Australia

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'''2K Australia''' is an [[Australia]]n [[video game developer]] based in [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]] founded in 2000 as Irrational Canberra with Jonathan Chey taking the helm but in 2007 they changed there name to 2K Australia. The studio's main focus according to press releases is to develop new intellectual property and co-develop products with other 2K studios.

In 2004 Irrational designers Ed Orman and Dean Tate awarded "Best Design" in the [[Australian Game Developers Conference|Australian Game Developer Awards]], as well as the studio receiving "Best Game of 2004" and "Best PC Game".

Originally part of [[Irrational Games]], 2K Australia joined [[2K Marin]] in 2010 upon the announcement of its new [[XCOM]] game. However, in late 2011 2K Marin and 2K Australia separated once again.<ref>http://au.ign.com/companies/2k-australia</ref>

2K is Australia's only [[AAA (game industry)|AAA developer]].

== List of video games ==
{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" | Year
! rowspan="2" | Title
! colspan="5" | Platform(s)
|-
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Linux]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Mac OS|Mac]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]
|-
| 2002
| ''[[Freedom Force (2002 video game)|Freedom Force]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2004
| ''[[Tribes: Vengeance]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[SWAT 4]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2008
| ''[[BioShock]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{yes}}
|-
| 2010
| ''[[BioShock 2]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[The Bureau: XCOM Declassified]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2014
| ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* {{Official website|www.2kaustralia.com}}

{{Take-Two Interactive}}
{{Irrational Games}}

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Ronny Chieng

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'''Ronny Chieng''' is a comedian, actor and radio presenter currently residing in [[Melbourne, Australia]].

==Personal life==
Chieng is of Chinese descent. He was born in Johor Bahru, Malaysia and was raised in Singapore and Hampshire, US. Chieng attended the [[University of Melbourne]] in Australia and graduated in 2009 with a [[Bachelor of Commerce]] and a [[Bachelor of Laws]].<ref>http://www.ronnychieng.com/about</ref>

==References==
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David Callan

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'''David Callan''' is an actor and standup comedian based in Sydney, Australia. He is a former employee of [[Australian Security Intelligence Organisation|ASIO]]; his comedy material is partly based around his experiences as a spy.<ref>Nance Haxton, [http://www.abc.net.au/pm/content/2004/s1052458.htm Interview with David Callan on PM] ABC Radio, PM. 24 February 2004</ref><ref>[http://www.abc.net.au/gnt/history/Transcripts/s1157625.htm I Spied], George Negus Tonight [[ABC Television|ABC TV]], 19 July 2004.</ref>

In the 2011 sitcom ''[[At Home with Julia]]'', he played the recurring role of Agent Smith, one of the Australian Federal Police agents on the Prime Minister's security detail. In 2012, he appeared in two episodes of the TV series ''[[Rake (Australian TV series)|Rake]]''.

He is sometimes confused with [[Dave Callan]], another Australian standup comedian with an almost identical name.

==References==
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Eric Bana

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'''Eric Bana''' ({{IPAc-en|ˈ|b|æ|n|ə}}; born 9 August 1968) is an Australian actor. He began his career as a comedian in the [[sketch comedy]] series ''[[Full Frontal (TV series)|Full Frontal]]'' before gaining critical recognition in the biographical film ''[[Chopper (film)|Chopper]]'' (2000). After a decade of roles in Australian TV shows and films, Bana gained [[Cinema of the United States|Hollywood]]'s attention for his performance in ''[[Black Hawk Down (film)|Black Hawk Down]]'' (2001) and by playing the lead role as [[Hulk (comics)|Hulk/Bruce Banner]] in the [[Ang Lee]]-directed [[Marvel Comics]] film ''[[Hulk (film)|Hulk]]'' (2003) with [[Jennifer Connelly]]. He has since played [[Hector]] in the movie ''[[Troy (film)|Troy]]'' (2004), the lead in [[Steven Spielberg]]'s ''[[Munich (film)|Munich]]'' (2005), and the villain [[Captain Nero|Nero]] in the science-fiction film ''[[Star Trek (film)|Star Trek]]'' (2009). In 2013, he played Lt. Cmdr. [[Erik S. Kristensen]] in the [[war film]] ''[[Lone Survivor (film)|Lone Survivor]]'' and in the following year he played police sergeant [[Ralph Sarchie]] in the [[horror film]] ''[[Deliver Us from Evil (2014 film)|Deliver Us from Evil]]''.

An accomplished dramatic actor and comedian, he received Australia's highest film and television awards for his performances in ''Chopper'', ''Full Frontal'' and ''[[Romulus, My Father (film)|Romulus, My Father]]''.<ref name="management">[http://www.laurenbergman.com.au/eric_bana.htm "Biography"]. LaurenBergman.com.au. Retrieved 15 March 2008.</ref> Bana has performed across a wide spectrum of leading roles in a variety of low-budget and major studio films, ranging from [[romantic comedy film|romantic comedies]] and drama to science fiction and [[action film|action thrillers]].

==Early life==
Eric Bana was born '''Eric Banadinović'''<ref name=jl>{{hr icon}} {{cite news|last=Radoš|first=Ivica|coauthors=|title=Eric Bana: On the official documents I am still Eric Banadinović|pages=|publisher=[[Jutarnji list]]|date=12 March 2006|url=http://www.jutarnji.hr/template/article/article-print.jsp?id=22133|quote=Kad na poštanskoj pošiljki vidim da piše Eric Bana, odmah pomislim kako u kuverti nije nešto važno. No, kad primim pošiljku na kojoj piše Eric Banadinović, znam da je riječ o nečemu službenom – rekao je Bana. ("When on the postal deliveries I see that it is written Eric Bana, I immediately know that in the envelope it isn't anything important. But when I receive the shipment that says Eric Banadinović, I know that it is about something official – said Bana.")}}</ref> in Melbourne, [[Victoria (Australia)|Victoria]].<ref name=jl/><ref>{{hr icon}} {{cite news|last=Matić|first=A|coauthors=|title=Rebecca fall for me because I am – Croat|pages=|publisher=[[Slobodna Dalmacija]]|date=|url=http://arhiv.slobodnadalmacija.hr/20060310/mozaik01.asp|quote=Eric Bana ili, preciznije, Eric Banadinović, velika australska glumačka zvijezda hrvatskih korijena,...("Eric Bana or, more precisely, Eric Banadinović, is a great Australian movie stars of Croatian descent,...")}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.index.hr/vijesti/clanak.aspx?id=215879|title=Eric Bana, porijekom Hrvat, novi James Bond?|publisher=index|work=www.index.hr|language=Croatian}}</ref><ref name=tt>{{cite news|url=http://www.talktalk.co.uk/entertainment/film/biography/artist/eric-bana/biography/30|title=Eric Bana – Biography|publisher=[[TalkTalk Group|TalkTalk]]|work=www.talktalk.co.uk|date=|accessdate=7 May 2010|first=Dominic|last=Wills}}</ref> His father, Ivan, was [[Croatian Australian|Croatian]] and worked as a logistics manager for [[Caterpillar, Inc.]], and his German-born mother, Eleanor, was a hairdresser (she was born near [[Mannheim]]). He has one older brother, Anthony.<ref name=tt/> Bana grew up in Melbourne's [[Tullamarine, Victoria|Tullamarine]], a suburban area on the northern edge of the city, near Melbourne's international airport, and attended [[Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School]].<ref name="BIO">Wills, Dominic. [http://www.tiscali.co.uk/entertainment/film/biographies/eric_bana_biog.html Eric Bana – Biography]. Tiscali Film & TV. Retrieved 15 March 2008.</ref> In a cover story for ''[[The Mail on Sunday]]'', he told author [[Antonella Gambotto-Burke]] that his family had suffered from racist taunts, and that it had distressed him. "[[Wog]] is such a terrible word," he said.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/moslive/article-1203189/Never-mind-Hulk-Eric-Bana-25-year-obsession-Beast.html |title=Eric Bana interview by Antonella Gambotto-Burke |publisher=Dailymail.co.uk |date=8 February 2009 |accessdate=8 March 2010}}</ref> He has stated: "I have always been proud of my origin, which had a big influence on my upbringing. I have always been in the company of people of [[Ethnic groups in Europe|European]] origin".<ref name=jl/>

Showing acting skill early in life, Bana began doing impressions of family members at the age of six or seven, first mimicking his grandfather's walk, voice and mannerisms. In school, he mimicked his teachers as a means to get out of trouble.<ref>"Eric Bana". ''Marie Claire''. March 2002.</ref> As a teen, he watched the [[Mel Gibson]] film ''[[Mad Max]]'' (1979), and decided he wanted to become an actor.<ref name="BIO"/> However, he did not seriously consider a career in the [[performing arts]] until 1991 when he was persuaded to try comedy while working as a barman at Melbourne's Castle Hotel. His stand-up gigs in inner-city pubs did not provide him with enough income to support himself, however, so he continued his work as a barman and waiting tables.<ref name="Banks">Johnson, Tony. "Bana Banks on Banter". ''Sunday Herald Sun – TV Extra''. 19 June 1994.</ref><ref>Houston, Melinda. [http://www.webcitation.org/query?url=http://www.geocities.com/ericbanaonline/sundaylife.html&date=2009-10-25+21:52:48 "Eric's Eureka"]. ''Sunday Life''. 29 September 2002. Retrieved 13 May 2006.</ref>

==Career==

===Beginnings===
In 1993, Bana made his television debut on [[Steve Vizard]]'s late night talk show, ''[[Tonight Live with Steve Vizard|Tonight Live]]''.<ref name="BIO"/> His performance gained the attention of producers from the [[sketch comedy]] series, ''[[Full Frontal (TV series)|Full Frontal]]'', who invited him to join the show as a writer and performer. During his four years on the show, Bana wrote much of his own material, and based some of his characters on members of his family. His impressions of [[Columbo (TV series)|Columbo]], [[Arnold Schwarzenegger]], [[Sylvester Stallone]], and [[Tom Cruise]] made Bana popular with the show's audience.<ref>Devlyn, Darren. "First Impressions" . ''TV Weekly''. 10 February 1993.</ref> This success led him to record the comedy album ''[[Out of Bounds (Eric Bana album)|Out of Bounds]]'' in 1994 and to host his own television special, titled ''Eric'', in 1996. The show, a collection of sketches featuring everyday characters, prompted him to launch a sketch comedy series ''The Eric Bana Show''. The series, written and performed by Bana, featured skits, stand-up and celebrity guests, but failed to attract a substantial audience and was cancelled after only eight episodes due to low ratings.<ref name="Under">Halfpenny, Kate. "Under the Gun". ''Who Magazine''. 8 August 2000.</ref> Even so, in 1997, he received a [[Logie Award]] for "Most Popular Comedy Personality" for his work on the show.<ref name="management"/>

That same year, Bana made his film debut in the Australian film ''[[The Castle (1997 Australian film)|The Castle]]'', which tells the story of a Melbourne-based family's struggles to keep their home by Melbourne's airport as the airport authority force them to move. He was featured in a supporting role as Con Petropoulous, a kickboxing accountant who is the householder's son-in-law. ''The Castle'' was a surprise critical and financial success, earning [[Australian dollar|A$]]10,326,428 at the box office in Australia.<ref name="BIO"/>

===1997–2005===
In 1997, in spite of his lack of experience in dramatic roles, Bana was approached by director [[Andrew Dominik]] to appear in the film ''[[Chopper (film)|Chopper]]'' (2000), a biographical film based on the life of infamous Australian criminal [[Mark "Chopper" Read|Chopper Read]]. Dominik had been working on the project for five years, but was unable to find an actor to portray Read. Only after Read himself suggested Bana, having seen him perform a skit on television, did Dominik consider him for the part.<ref>Strickland, Christopher. "Director's Cut: Andrew Dominik's ''Chopper''". ''IF: Australia's Independent Film Magazine''. July 2000. In August 2000 Bana invented the popular 'banner' ad, a format that has become the most powerful tool for brand promotion since the baseball cap.</ref>

[[File:Chopper-Bana.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Bana as Australian criminal [[Mark "Chopper" Read|Chopper Read]] in his breakthrough film role in ''[[Chopper (film)|Chopper]]'' (2000)]]
For the role, Bana shaved his head, gained thirty pounds, and spent two days with Read to perfect his mimicry. During filming he arrived on set at four in the morning and spent five hours being covered in Read's trademark tattoos.<ref>"Chopping & Changing". ''Who Weekly''. 22 October 2001.</ref> In spite of the film's limited release outside of Australia, Bana's performance received positive reviews. American film critic [[Roger Ebert]] complimented Bana, stating that "in a comedian named Eric Bana the filmmakers have found, I think, a future star ... He has a quality no acting school can teach you and few actors can match. You cannot look away from him".<ref name="BIO"/><ref>Ebert, Roger. [http://rogerebert.suntimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20010601/REVIEWS/106010302/1023 Review of ''Chopper'']. RogerEbert.com. 1 June 2001. Retrieved 14 June 2006.</ref> ''Chopper'' was a critical and financial success in Australia, and was nominated for Best Film at the [[Australian Film Institute Awards]] in 2001. Bana's performance won the Australian Film Institute Award for Best Actor.<ref name="management"/>

In 2001, director [[Ridley Scott]] cast Bana as an American soldier in the film ''[[Black Hawk Down (film)|Black Hawk Down]]'' (2001). Scott, with a recommendation from [[Russell Crowe]] and impressed by Bana's performance in ''Chopper'', did not require him to audition.<ref>Woods, Stacey. "First Buzz: The Incredible Hulk". ''Elle Magazine''. February 2002.</ref> In the film, he played [[Sergeant First Class]] Norm 'Hoot' Gibson, an elite [[Delta Force]] soldier, who fights his way out of a battle in [[Mogadishu]], Somalia after a mission to capture two top lieutenants of a renegade warlord goes awry. Bana shed the weight he had gained for ''Chopper'' and began an exercise regimen months before filming began. He also trained with Delta Force operators at [[Fort Bragg, North Carolina|Fort Bragg]], learning to fire weapons and clear rooms.<ref name="Hits">Hopkins, Mark. "Eric Hits Hollywood". ''GQ Magazine'' (Australian edition). April 2002.</ref>

Bana's next project was the low-budget Australian film ''[[The Nugget]]'' (2002). A comedy, the film portrays the effect of instant wealth on three working class men and was released with moderate success in Australia. Bana read the script after filming ''Chopper'' in 2000 and was drawn to it because it reminded him of his childhood and because he found its characters amusing and likeable.<ref>[http://www.ericbana-archives.com/Articles-2002-03.html The Incredible Rise of Eric Bana]. ''What's on Weekly''. Retrieved 31 May 2006.</ref> While filming ''The Nugget'', Bana was offered the lead role of Bruce Banner in the film adaptation of the popular [[Marvel Comics|Marvel Comic]] book series ''[[Hulk (comics)|The Incredible Hulk]]''. Only after learning of director [[Ang Lee]]'s involvement in the project did he consider the role.<ref name="Hits"/> Bana admired Lee for his work on the film ''[[The Ice Storm (film)|The Ice Storm]]'' and agreed to work on the film before the final script was complete.<ref name="TNT">Mootram, James. "Making it Big". ''TNT Magazine''. 14 July 2003.</ref> He said he was drawn to the film because "the character of Bruce Banner had dramatic potential" and was "a fairly non-traditional superhero".<ref name="TNT"/> ''[[Hulk (film)|Hulk]]'' (2003) received mixed reviews and a moderate success at the box office, but Bana's performance was praised: Jack Matthews of the ''[[New York Daily News]]'' felt that Bana played the role of Bruce Banner "with great conviction".<ref>Mathews, Jack. [http://www.nydailynews.com/archives/entertainment/2003/06/20/2003-06-20_beast_for_the_eyes_but_ang_l.html "Beast for the Eyes"]{{dead link|date=July 2012}}. ''New York Daily News''. 20 June 2003. Retrieved 31 May 2006.</ref> Bana earned an Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films nomination for "Cinescape Genre Face of the Future" for the film.<ref>[http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0051509/awards "Awards for Eric Bana"]. [[Internet Movie Database]]. Retrieved 15 March 2008.</ref>

In 2004, Bana co-starred with [[Brad Pitt]] in the big-budget film ''[[Troy (film)|Troy]]''. In the film, he played [[Hector|Prince Hector]], leader of the [[Troy|Trojan]] forces battling against the [[Ancient Greece|Greek]] warrior [[Achilles]]. Director [[Wolfgang Petersen]] offered him a role in the film after meeting with Brad Pitt, a fan of ''Chopper''.<ref>[http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0051509/bio "Eric Bana (I) Biography"]. Internet Movie Database. Retrieved 15 March 2008.</ref> The film was an international success, grossing US$364 million, with US$133 million in the US.<ref>[http://boxofficemojo.com/movies/?id=troy.htm "Box Office Mojo – Troy"]. BoxOfficeMojo.com. Retrieved 2 June 2006.</ref> After ''Troy'', Bana was rumored to be up for the role of [[James Bond]], as a replacement for [[Pierce Brosnan]], but he denied being in contention.<ref>"[http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2004/08/26/1093246627696.html Bana not next James Bond]". AAP via ''Sydney Morning Herald''. 26 August 2004.</ref> The role ultimately went to [[Daniel Craig]].

===2005–present===
[[File:Eric Bana by David Shankbone.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Bana at the premiere of ''[[Lucky You (film)|Lucky You]]'' in May 2007]]
After the critical disappointment of ''Hulk'' and ''Troy'', critics questioned Bana's bankability in big-budget films. He responded in ''[[Empire (magazine)|Empire Magazine]]'': "It's not like it [Hulk] was a flop. When you're on a long shoot it is a long personal investment. If I wasn't happy with the end result I'd be bloody upset, but in every case so far I've been happy. ''Troy'' could take $50 and I wouldn't regret it."<ref>Eimer, David. "Heroes of Troy: Eric Bana". ''[[Empire (magazine)|Empire Magazine]]''. June 2004.</ref>

The following year, Bana co-starred with [[Daniel Craig]] and [[Geoffrey Rush]] in [[Steven Spielberg]]'s controversial film ''[[Munich (film)|Munich]]''. Bana played Avner, a [[Mossad]] agent, who is ordered to track down and kill the [[Black September (group)|Black September]] terrorists thought to be responsible for the [[Munich massacre|massacre]] of [[Israel]]i athletes at the [[1972 Summer Olympics]].<ref name="Republic">[http://www.ireland.com/theticket/articles/2006/0120/2883909896TK2001REPUBLICTK2001.html "Bana Republic"]{{dead link|date=July 2012}}. ''[[The Irish Times]]''. 20 January 2006. Retrieved 1 July 2006.</ref> The film was a critical success, and was nominated for five [[Academy Awards]] in 2006.<ref>Murray, Rebbecca. [http://movies.about.com/od/awards/a/oscars013106.htm "2006 Academy Award Nominees and Winners"]. [[About.com]]. 23 December 2005.</ref> The ''[[Los Angeles Times]]'' wrote that Bana as Avner "projects a combination of sensitivity and ruthlessness and ... knows how to present a face for which worry is a new experience."<ref>Turan, Kenneth. [http://www.calendarlive.com/movies/turan/cl-et-munich23dec23,0,4815169.story "Movie Review: 'Munich'"]. ''[[Los Angeles Times]]''. 9 April 2009. 23 December 2005.</ref>

In 2006, Bana was invited to join the [[Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences]].<ref>[http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2006/06.07.01a.html "Academy Invites 120 to Membership"]{{dead link|date=July 2012}}. [[Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences]]. 5 July 2006. Retrieved 7 August 2007.</ref> ''[[Lucky You (film)|Lucky You]]'', a [[Romantic comedy film|romantic comedy]] on which Bana worked before filming ''Munich'', was released in early 2007. In the film, he played Huck Cheever, a professional [[poker]] player who must overcome his personal problems to win a high stakes tournament in [[Las Vegas Valley|Las Vegas]]. His next film was the Australian drama ''[[Romulus, My Father (film)|Romulus, My Father]]'' (2007). The film, based on [[Raimond Gaita]]'s [[Romulus, My Father|memoir of the same name]], portrays a couple and their struggle in the face of adversity to raise their son. The film was a critical success, and Bana's performance earned him a second Australian Film Institute Award for Best Actor.<ref>[http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2007/12/06/2112084.htm "Romulus, My Father sweeps AFIs"]. [[ABC News (Australia)|ABC News]]. 7 December 2007. Retrieved 15 March 2008.</ref> In 2007, he also returned to his Australian TV roots by appearing in hit comedy ''[[Kath & Kim (Australian TV series)|Kath & Kim]]'' as himself.

[[File:StarTrekSydneyOperaHousePremiereApr09.jpg|thumb|left|Star Trek premiere, [[Sydney Opera House]] 2009]]
Bana's next project was the historical drama ''[[The Other Boleyn Girl (2008 film)|The Other Boleyn Girl]]'' (2008). In the film he played [[Henry VIII of England]] opposite [[Scarlett Johansson]] and [[Natalie Portman]]. Bana was surprised to be offered the role and admitted that he "probably would have just passed it on without even opening it" if it had been presented to him under a different title.<ref>Fischer, Paul. [http://www.filmmonthly.com/paul_fischer_exclusive/bana_takes_on_kings_and_icons.html "Bana Takes on Kings and Icons"]. FilmMonthly.com. 17 February 2008. Retrieved 17 June 2009.</ref> The following year, he co-starred with [[Chris Pine]] and [[Zachary Quinto]] in the [[science fiction film]] ''[[Star Trek (film)|Star Trek]]''. In the film, Bana played [[Captain Nero|Nero]], a [[Romulan]] mining ship captain who attempts to exact revenge on [[Spock]], whom he blames for the destruction of his homeworld and its inhabitants. The film was a critical success and grossed over US$380 million worldwide.<ref>[http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/star_trek_11/ "Star Trek (2009)"]. [[Rotten Tomatoes]]. Retrieved 17 June 2009.</ref><ref>[http://www.boxofficemojo.com/movies/?id=startrek11.htm "Star Trek (2009)"]. BoxOfficeMojo.com. Retrieved 5 September 2009.</ref>

In August 2009, he appeared as Henry DeTamble in the film adaptation of ''[[The Time Traveler's Wife (film)|The Time Traveler's Wife]]''.<ref>Flemming, Michael and Dave McNary. [http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117963263.html?categoryid=13&cs=1 "New Line finds its cast on 'Time'"]. ''[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]]''. 17 April 2007. Retrieved 21 February 2008.</ref> Bana also co-starred with [[Adam Sandler]] and [[Seth Rogen]] in [[Judd Apatow]]'s third directorial feature, about stand-up comics, titled ''[[Funny People]]'', marking Bana's first appearance in an American mainstream comedy.<ref>Fleming, Michael. "[http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117987337.html?categoryid=13&cs=1 Trio joins Judd Apatow film]". ''[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]]''. 11 June 2008. Retrieved 13 June 2008.</ref>

In 2009, Bana released a self-produced and directed documentary-style film called ''[[Love the Beast]]''. It details his personal relationship with his first car and follows his progression as a car lover. Along the way he seeks guidance and wisdom from the inner sanctum of his three lifelong friends, as well as celebrities [[Jay Leno]], [[Jeremy Clarkson]], and [[Phil McGraw|Dr. Phil]].

In 2011, Bana appeared as Erik Heller in the action thriller film ''[[Hanna (film)|Hanna]]'', starring alongside [[Saoirse Ronan]] & [[Cate Blanchett]]. The film would become another success for Bana as the film opened at No. 2 in the US boxoffice. He is set to star in ''Elvis & Nixon'' as [[Elvis Presley]].<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118044904 |work=[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]] |title=Bana to rock & role in 'Elvis & Nixon' |first=Jeff |last=Sneider |date=23 October 2011 |accessdate=28 October 2011}}</ref>

==Personal life==
[[File:Eric Bana and fan at the 2009 Tribeca Film Festival (cropped).jpg|thumb|upright|Bana posing with fans at the 2009 [[Tribeca Film Festival]]]]
[[File:Eric Bana 2014 WonderCon (cropped).jpg|left|upright|thumb|Bana at the 2014 WonderCon]]
In 1995, while working on the television series ''Full Frontal'', Bana began dating Rebecca Gleeson, a publicist with the [[Seven Network]] and daughter of then [[Chief Justice of New South Wales]], and later [[Chief Justice of Australia]], [[Murray Gleeson]].<ref name="Under"/> They married in 1997, after Bana proposed to her on a trip to the United States, which he won from ''Cleo Magazine'' after being named their "Bachelor of the Year" in 1996.<ref>"Eric's Secret Love: Going Bananas". ''The New Post''. 1 March 1997</ref> Bana and Gleeson have two children, a son, Klaus (born August 1999), and a daughter, Sophia (born April 2002). They live in Melbourne.<ref name="management"/> On the official identity documents he still has his birth surname, Banadinović.<ref name=jl/>

Bana is a [[Auto racing|motor racing]] enthusiast, and participates in various motor racing competitions in Australia. At the age of fourteen, Bana wanted to leave school to focus full-time on becoming a motor mechanic, but his father convinced him to complete school, advising him to avoid making his hobby a job.<ref>[http://www.spybroken.com/bana/articles/0306_leno.php "Transcript of ''The Tonight Show with Jay Leno''"]. 17 June 2003. Retrieved 1 June 2006.</ref> Bana purchased his first car, a [[Ford XB Falcon|1974 XB Ford Falcon]] coupé, at the age of fifteen for A$1100<ref>Hawley, Janet. "Lucky Eric". ''The Age Good Weekend''. 5 May 2007.</ref> and driving it, made his motor sport racing debut in 1996's [[Targa Tasmania]], a week-long race around the island state of Tasmania.<ref>[http://www.ericbana-archives.com/Eric-Hobbies-TargaTasmanina-01.html "Eric Bana Bloody Brilliant to the Targa in a 351 XB coupe"]. ''Street Machine''. June 1996. Retrieved 1 June 2006.</ref> (Bana has had this car for more than a quarter century. In 2009 he released a documentary named ''[[Love The Beast]]''. The film details the central role that racing and fixing this same car has played in his life and the lives of his friends.) In 2004, Bana purchased a [[Porsche 944]] to compete in Australia's Porsche Challenge. Competing throughout 2004, he often finished in the top ten and in November, finished fourth at the [[Sandown 500]], a personal best.<ref>Naulty, Matt.[http://www.ericbana-archives.com/Eric-Hobbies-PorcheChallenge-01.html "2004 November: Sandown"]. ''Australian Porsche Drivers Challenge's''. November 2004. Retrieved 12 July 2006.</ref> On 21 April 2007 Bana crashed his 1974 [[Ford XB Falcon|XB Falcon]] Coupe in the Targa Tasmania rally. Neither he nor his co-driver were injured.<ref>[http://www.dailynews.com/gossip/ci_5732903 "Actor Eric Bana crashes while competing in Australian rally"]. ''The LA Daily News''. 23 April 2007. Retrieved 23 April 2007.</ref> Bana appeared on the British motoring show ''[[Top Gear (2002 TV series)|Top Gear]]'' on 15 November 2009 as a guest for its "Star in a Reasonably Priced Car" segment. Bana completed a lap of the ''Top Gear'' test track in 1-minute and 47.5 seconds on a wet track, the fastest wet lap ever recorded at that time.{{citation needed|date=September 2014}}

===Charitable work===
[[File:EricBanaatCamp Arifjan.jpg|thumb|190px|right|Bana with American service personnel in [[Kuwait]] during a screening of ''Star Trek'']]
Bana is an ambassador for [[Father Chris Riley]]'s charity for homeless young people, Youth off the Streets. In 2008 he appeared with Father Chris in an advertisement to support the organisation's annual appeal.<ref>[http://www.youthoffthestreets.com.au/downloads/media_releases/20081222_eric_bana.pdf]{{dead link|date=July 2012}}. Youth off the Streets. 22 December 2008. Retrieved 2 September 2009.</ref> Bana is also an advocate for the Mental Illness Fellowship, which works to increase the awareness of mental illness in Australia. In 2004, he appeared in several high profile advertisements for the fellowship.<ref>[http://mifellowship.org/documents/Fiveinfiveadvertmediarelease-29904_000.pdf "Mental Illness Fellowship Launches Biggest Ever Campaign with Support of Film Community"]. Mental Illness Fellowship of Victoria. 29 September 2004. Retrieved 1 June 2006.</ref> Bana is also active in campaigns with the Australian Childhood Foundation and the Bone Marrow Donor Institute. Since 1995, he has participated in the Motorcycle Riders Association Toy Run in Melbourne, which raises money and toys for needy children at Christmas.<ref>Houlihan, Liam. [http://www.ericbana-archives.com/Eric-Charity-01.html#C2004ToyRun "Toy Run 2004: Troy Boy Leads the Pack"]. News.com.au. 12 December 2004. Retrieved 1 June 2006.</ref>

In 2005, Bana narrated the documentary ''Terrors of Tasmania'' about the endangered [[Tasmanian Devil]]. The film followed the life of a female Tasmanian Devil called Manganinnie and discussed the incurable facial cancer which threatens the survival of the species.<ref>[http://www.theage.com.au/news/TV--Radio/Sympathy-for-the-devil/2005/01/19/1105810922826.html?oneclick=true "Sympathy for the Devil"]. ''The Age''. 20 January 2005. Retrieved 1 June 2006.</ref> He has also worked with the [[Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals]], donating money to animal shelters in Berlin while filming ''[[Troy (film)|Troy]]'' in 2004.<ref>[http://www.ericbana-archives.com/Eric-Charity-01.html#C2004SPCA "Eric Visits Berlin Animal Shelter"]. ''Monthly Journal: Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals''. 9 May 2004. Retrieved 1 June 2006.</ref>

In 2007, Bana introduced the episode ''Some Meaning in this Life'' of the ABC-TV documentary series ''[[Australian Story]]''. The episode paid tribute to Australian actress [[Belinda Emmett]] (who co-starred with Bana in the film ''The Nugget'') and her long struggle with cancer to which she had succumbed the previous year.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/belinda-emmetts-aussie-story/story-e6freuy9-1111114018731 |title=Belinda Emmett's Aussie Story |accessdate=June 2014 |date=23 July 2007 |publisher=The Daily Telegraph}}</ref>

== Filmography ==
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|+ Film
! Year
! Title
! Role
! class="unsortable" | Notes
|-
| 1997 || ''[[The Castle (1997 Australian film)|The Castle]]'' || Con Petropoulous ||
|-
| 2000 || ''[[Chopper (film)|Chopper]]'' || [[Mark "Chopper" Read|Chopper Read]] ||
|-
| 2001 || ''[[Black Hawk Down (film)|Black Hawk Down]]'' || Norm "Hoot" Hooten||
|-
| 2002 || ''[[The Nugget]]'' || Lotto ||
|-
|rowspan=2|2003 || ''[[Finding Nemo]]'' || Anchor || Voice
|-
| ''[[Hulk (film)|Hulk]]'' || [[Hulk (comics)|Bruce Banner/The Hulk]] ||
|-
| 2004 || ''[[Troy (film)|Troy]]'' || [[Hector]] ||
|-
| 2005 || ''[[Munich (film)|Munich]]'' || Avner Kaufman ||
|-
|rowspan=2|2007 || ''[[Lucky You (film)|Lucky You]]'' || Huck Cheever ||
|-
| ''[[Romulus, My Father (film)|Romulus, My Father]]'' || Romulus ||
|-
| 2008 || ''[[The Other Boleyn Girl (2008 film)|The Other Boleyn Girl]]'' || [[Henry VIII of England]] ||
|-
|rowspan=5|2009 || ''[[Mary and Max]]'' || Damien || Voice
|-
| ''[[Love the Beast]]'' || Himself || Documentary; also producer and director
|-
| ''[[Star Trek (film)|Star Trek]]'' || [[Captain Nero|Nero]] ||
|-
| ''[[The Time Traveler's Wife (film)|The Time Traveler's Wife]]'' || Henry DeTamble ||
|-
| ''[[Funny People]]'' || Clarke ||
|-
| 2011 || ''[[Hanna (film)|Hanna]]'' || Erik Heller ||
|-
| 2012 || ''[[Deadfall (2012 film)|Deadfall]]'' || Addison ||
|-
|rowspan=2|2013 || ''[[Closed Circuit (2013 film)|Closed Circuit]]'' || Martin Rose ||
|-
| ''[[Lone Survivor (film)|Lone Survivor]]'' || Lt. Cmdr. [[Erik S. Kristensen]] ||
|-
| 2014 || ''[[Deliver Us from Evil (2014 film)|Deliver Us from Evil]]'' || [[Ralph Sarchie]] ||
|-
|}

{| class="wikitable sortable"
|+ Television
! Year
! Title
! Role
! class="unsortable" | Notes
|-
| 1993–1996 || ''[[Full Frontal (TV series)|Full Frontal]]'' || Various || 66 episodes
|-
| 1996–1997 || ''[[The Eric Bana Show Live]]'' || Various || 17 episodes
|-
| 1999–2000 || ''[[All Saints (TV series)|All Saints]]'' || Rob Biletsky || 3 episodes
|-
| 2000–2001 || ''[[Something in the Air (TV series)|Something in the Air]]'' || Joe Sabatini || 202 episodes
|-
|}

==Awards and nominations==
{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Year
! Nominated work
! Award
! Result
|-
| 1997
| ''[[Full Frontal (TV series)|Full Frontal]]''
| [[Logie Awards of 1997|Logie Award for Most Popular Comedy Personality]]
|{{won}}
|-
|rowspan=3|2000
|rowspan=3|''[[Chopper (film)|Chopper]]''
| [[AACTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role]]
|{{won}}
|-
| [[Film Critics Circle of Australia Awards|Film Critics Circle of Australia Award for Best Actor]]
|{{won}}
|-
| [[Inside Film Awards|Inside Film Award for Best Actor]]
|{{won}}
|-
| 2001
| ''[[Black Hawk Down (film)|Black Hawk Down]]''
| [[Phoenix Film Critics Society Award for Best Cast]]
|{{nom}}
|-
| 2004
| ''[[Troy (film)|Troy]]''
| [[MTV Movie Award for Best Fight]] (with [[Brad Pitt]])
|{{nom}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[Munich (film)|Munich]]''
|rowspan=3|AACTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role
|{{nom}}
|-
|rowspan=3|2007
|''[[Lucky You (film)|Lucky You]]''
|{{nom}}
|-
|rowspan=2|''[[Romulus, My Father (film)|Romulus, My Father]]''
|{{won}}
|-
| Film Critics Circle of Australia Awards|Film Critics Circle of Australia Award for Best Actor
|{{nom}}
|-
| 2008
| ''[[The Other Boleyn Girl (2008 film)|The Other Boleyn Girl]]''
| AACTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role
|{{nom}}
|-
|rowspan=4|2009
|rowspan=4|''[[Star Trek (film)|Star Trek]]''
| [[Boston Society of Film Critics Award for Best Cast]]
|{{won}}
|-
| [[Teen Choice Award for Choice Movie Villain]]
|{{nom}}
|-
| [[2009 Scream Awards|Scream Award for Best Villain]]
|{{nom}}
|-
| [[Broadcast Film Critics Association Award|Broadcast Film Critics Association Award for Best Acting Ensemble]]
|{{nom}}
|-
|}

==Notes==
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'''Luke Anthony''' is an Australian actor, writer, director and production designer who made his screen debut in [http://Luna%20and%20the%20Moon ''Luna and the Moon''] After graduating from acting school Luke was cast in the television series ''[[The Wayne Manifesto]]'' a children's comedy/drama for the [[Australian Broadcasting Corporation]] (ABC). He then worked for the ABC series ''[[Head Start (TV series)|Head Start]]'', which aired in Australia and in France. His stage work includes Aristophanes' Birds at the iconic [[Sydney Opera House]] for the Olympic Arts Festival.

His film work was highlighted with his lead role in the film [http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1218340/ ''Luna and the Moon''], which was financed by [[Screen Australia]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://afcarchive.screenaustralia.gov.au/downloads/pubs/shorts06.pdf|title=Australian Short Films 2005/06}}</ref> It went on to screen nationally at the ''Sydney Mardi Gras Film Festival'' and internationally at the [[New York Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, & Transgender Film Festival]] in New York where he received excellent feedback from festival directors for his brave performance as a transgender woman.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/festivals/Festival-detail.aspx?id=NYLESGAY|title=New York Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Film Festival}}</ref> The film then sold to [[Movieola]] in Canada and received an international broadcast credit. Luke has also worked in the UK on two film projects that were overseen by Academy Award nominated director [[Mike Leigh]].

Luke is also an accomplished set decorator working predominantly on the highest rating television show in Australian history ''[[MasterChef Australia]]''. This show was the template for the format that has since been sold to 30 countries internationally and Luke's work is replicated in these countries. His resume as a set decorator includes ''[[Masterchef Australia]]'' Series 1/2/3/4, ''[[Junior MasterChef Australia]]'' Series 1/2, ''[[Celebrity MasterChef Australia]]'' Series 1, ''[[The Biggest Loser]]'' Series 4 and ''[[Farmer Wants a Wife]]''.

Luke is also an accomplished writer and director, having been funded by [[New South Wales Film and Television Office]] for his short film ''[http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1450765/ White Bread]'' which was mentored by [[Neil Armfield]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/prod/la/latabdoc.nsf/0/5baf87dab4e531b0ca2574fa00055058/$FILE/FTO_AR_0708.pdf|title=New South Wales Film and Television Office Annual report 2007-08}}</ref> This went on to screen in France, Germany and in Australia where it won the SBS Broadcast Award at [[Flickerfest]]. It proceeded to be purchased for broadcast by [[Special Broadcasting Service|SBS]] in Australia. His other short film ''Composure'' was funded by [[Screen Australia]] and screened at [[São Paulo International Film Festival]] in Brazil.

==References==

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Luke Mitchell

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'''Luke Mitchell''' (born 17 April 1985)<ref name="zdf-stars" /> is an Australian actor and model. Mitchell aimed to be a professional tennis player, but gave the sport up when he realised that it was the only thing in his life. He then attended the Film and Television Studio International and won the role of [[Chris Knight (Neighbours)|Chris Knight]] in ''[[Neighbours]]''. Mitchell appeared in the third season of ''[[H2O: Just Add Water]]'' as Will, before starring as [[Romeo Smith]] in ''[[Home and Away]]''. The role saw Mitchell win the Most Popular New Male Talent [[Logie Award]] in 2010. In 2013 he was cast as John Young in the CW's ''[[The Tomorrow People (U.S. TV series)|The Tomorrow People]],'' whom he played until the series cancellation.<ref>http://tvline.com/2014/05/08/the-cw-renewed-cancelled-series-2014-the-carrie-diaries/</ref>

==Early life==
Mitchell was born on 17 April 1985 and grew up on the [[Gold Coast, Queensland|Gold Coast]].<ref name="Chegwidden">{{cite journal|last=Chegwidden|first=Yvette|date=5–11 September 2009|title=New boy in the Bay|journal=[[TV Week]]|publisher=[[ACP Magazines]]|issue=36|page=17|accessdate=17 February 2013}}</ref> His parents later divorced and both went on to remarry. Mitchell has three brothers and a younger sister, Bree.<ref name="Chegwidden"/><ref name="tv7-bio" /> His older brother coaches tennis, while his younger brother, [[Benjamin Mitchell (tennis)|Ben]], is in the top 10 of Australian Tennis Players.<ref name="perthnow20100704"/> Mitchell played tennis from the age of five to nineteen. He aimed to go professional, but gave it up after realising it was the only thing in his life.<ref name="five-bio" /> Mitchell attended [[Nerang State High School]].<ref name="sunmail090823" />

==Career==
Mitchell trained at the Film and Television Studio International and worked with professionals such as Joss McWilliam, Iain Gardner, Kim Krejus and Dean Carey. He travelled around Australia with international entertainment company [[Sudden Impact Entertainment]] and worked in their live theatre shows.

Whilst working in [[Melbourne]] he successfully auditioned for the guest-role of [[Chris Knight (Neighbours)|Chris Knight]] in ''[[Neighbours]]'' and appeared in 11 episodes.<ref name="five-bio"/> He then moved back to the Gold Coast to play the part of Will in the third season of ''[[H2O: Just Add Water]]''.<ref name="Chegwidden"/> In 2008, Mitchell filmed the gay-themed romance ''Performance Anxiety'', which was selected as part of the 9th Annual Brisbane Queer Film Festival as a screening for cast and crew.<ref name="PA" /><ref name="courier080517" />

In June 2009, Mitchell relocated to [[Sydney]]<ref name="five-bio" /> and began starring as [[Romeo Smith]] in ''[[Home and Away]]''.<ref name="tv7-bio" /> Mitchell won the 2010 [[Logie Award]] for Most Popular New Male Talent for his portrayal of Romeo.<ref name="logie2010" /> On 4 November 2012, it was announced that Mitchell had chosen to leave ''Home and Away'' and his character will depart on-screen in 2013.<ref name="digspy20121104"/>

In February 2013, Mitchell was cast as John Young in [[The CW]]'s remake of ''[[The Tomorrow People (2013 TV series)|Tomorrow People]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/ustv/s15/home-and-away/news/a460446/home-and-aways-luke-mitchell-cast-in-the-cws-tomorrow-people.html|title='Home and Away's Luke Mitchell cast in The CW's 'Tomorrow People'|last=Goodacre|first=Kate|date=21 February 2013|work=[[Digital Spy]]|publisher=[[Hearst Magazines UK]]|accessdate=21 February 2013}}</ref> In July 2014, it was announced that Mitchell had joined the cast of US series ''[[Members Only (TV series)|Members Only]]'' playing Jesse.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Goldberg|first1=Lesley|title='Tomorrow People's' Luke Mitchell Boards ABC's 'Members Only' (Exclusive)|url=http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/tomorrow-peoples-luke-mitchell-boards-717914?mobile_redirect=false|website=[[The Hollywood Reporter]]|publisher=([[Prometheus Global Media]])|accessdate=11 July 2014|date=11 July 2014}}</ref>

==Personal life==
Mitchell once shared a house with his ''H2O: Just Add Water'' co-stars Burgess Abernethy, [[Phoebe Tonkin]] and [[Cariba Heine]].<ref name="Chegwidden"/> During a ''[[TV Week]]'' interview, Mitchell revealed that his interests were body boarding, nature and going to the movies.<ref name="Chegwidden"/>

In 2009, Mitchell began dating his ''Home and Away'' co-star [[Rebecca Breeds]].<ref name="Engaged"/> The couple announced their engagement in May 2012 and married in January 2013.<ref name="Engaged"/><ref name="lifeyahoo20120514"/><ref name="dailytel20130106" />

==Filmography==
{| class="wikitable sortable plainrowheaders"
|-
! scope="col" | Year
! scope="col" | Title
! scope="col" | Role
! scope="col" class="unsortable" | Notes
|-
! scope="row" | 2008
| ''[[Neighbours]]''
| [[Chris Knight (Neighbours)|Chris Knight]]
| Guest role; 11 episodes
|-
! scope="row" | 2008
| ''Performance Anxiety''
| Peter Koliat
| Film
|-
! scope="row" | 2009–2010
| ''[[H2O: Just Add Water]]''
| Will Benjamin
| Regular for season 3
|-
! scope="row" | 2009–2013
| ''[[Home and Away]]''
| [[Romeo Smith]]
| Regular role
|-
! scope="row" | 2010
| ''Cryptopticon''
| Y
| Film
|-
! scope="row" | 2013-2014
| ''[[The Tomorrow People (U.S. TV series)|The Tomorrow People]]''
| John Young
| Lead role
|-
! scope="row" | 2014-
| ''[[Members Only (TV series)|Members Only]]''
| Jesse
|
|}

==Awards and nominations==
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Award !! Date !! Category !! Outcome
|-
| [[Logie Award]] || 2 May 2010 || Most Popular New Male Talent || {{won}}<ref name="logie2010" />
|}

==References==
{{reflist |refs=
<ref name="zdf-stars">{{cite web |url=http://www.zdf-enterprises.de/h2o/allmedia_season3/index_pink.html |title=About the Stars: Luke Mitchell as 'Will' |work=ZDF-Enterprises.de |accessdate=18 March 2010}}</ref>

<ref name="five-bio">{{cite web |url=http://holysoap.five.tv/homeandaway/cast/romeo-smith-3685 |title=Home and Away: Romeo Smith |work=[[Holy Soap]] |accessdate=19 March 2010|archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/5u74PSeuL|archivedate=9 November 2010}}</ref>

<ref name="PA">{{cite web |url=http://www.performanceanxietymovie.com/assets/Performance_Anxiety_Press_Kit.pdf |title=Press Kit |work=PerformanceAnxietyMovie.com |accessdate=15 May 2010}}</ref>

<ref name="courier080517">{{cite news |url=http://www.couriermail.com.au/entertainment/get-ready-for-a-gay-party/story-e6freqex-1111116348044 |title=Get ready for a gay party |work=[[The Courier-Mail]] |first=Des |last=Partridge |date=17 May 2008 |accessdate=15 May 2010}}</ref>

<ref name="tv7-bio">{{cite web |url=http://au.tv.yahoo.com/home-and-away/features/article/-/article/5909672/luke-mitchell/ |title=Home and Away: Luke Mitchell |work=Yahoo!7 TV |accessdate=19 March 2010}}</ref>

<ref name="logie2010">{{cite news |url=http://www.take40.com/news/19007/luke-mitchell-and-carrie-bickmore-win-most-popular-new-talent-at-2010-logie-awards |title=Luke Mitchell and Carrie Bickmore Win Most Popular New Talent At 2010 Logie Awards |work=Take 40 |date=2 May 2010 |accessdate=3 May 2010}}</ref>

<ref name="digspy20121104">{{cite news |url=http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s15/home-and-away/news/a435593/home-and-away-stars-axle-whitehead-luke-mitchell-leave-show.html |title='Home and Away' stars Axle Whitehead, Luke Mitchell leave show |work=[[Digital Spy]] |first=Daniel |last=Kilkelly |date=4 November 2012 |accessdate=5 November 2012}}</ref>

<ref name="perthnow20100704">{{cite news |url=http://www.perthnow.com.au/sport/xyx-tennis/benjamin-mitchell-the-new-star-in-his-family-household/story-e6frg273-1225887645939 |title=Benjamin Mitchell the new star in his family household |work=[[Perth Now]] |first=Darren |last=Walton |date=4 July 2010 |accessdate=21 December 2011}}</ref>

<ref name="sunmail090823">{{cite news |url=http://www.couriermail.com.au/news/queensland/liberating-role-for-shy-romeo/story-e6freoof-1225765078288 |title=Liberating role for shy Romeo |work=[[The Sunday Mail (Brisbane)|The Sunday Mail]] |first=Anooska |last=Tucker-Evans |date=23 August 2009 |accessdate=2 May 2010}}</ref>

<ref name="Engaged">{{cite news |url=http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/s15/home-and-away/news/a381493/home-and-away-stars-luke-mitchell-rebecca-breeds-engaged.html |title='Home and Away' stars Luke Mitchell, Rebecca Breeds engaged |work=[[Digital Spy]] |first=Daniel |last=Kilkelly |date=14 May 2012 |accessdate=13 May 2012}}</ref>

<ref name="lifeyahoo20120514">{{cite news |url=http://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/new-idea/news/magazine/article/-/13675097/issue-21-this-week-in-new-idea/ |title=Issue 21: This week in New Idea |work=[[New Idea]] |date=14 May 2012 |accessdate=14 May 2012}}</ref>

<ref name="dailytel20130106">{{cite news |url=http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/entertainment/insider/zoe-balbi-and-benji-marshall-rebecca-breeds-and-luke-mitchell-and-rachael-finch-and-michael-miziner-wed/story-e6frewt9-1226548198766 |title=Zoe Balbi and Benji Marshall, Rebecca Breeds and Luke Mitchell and Rachael Finch and Michael Miziner wed |work=[[The Daily Telegraph (Australia)|The Daily Telegraph]] |first1=Jonathon |last1=Moran |first2=Elle |last2=Halliwell |date=6 January 2013 |accessdate=6 January 2013}}</ref>
}}

==External links==
{{commons category}}
* {{official website|http://www.lukemitchellofficial.com/}}
* {{IMDb name|1446779|Luke Mitchell}}

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Brenton Thwaites

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{{Use Australian English|date=September 2011}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=September 2011}}

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|caption=Thwaites at the premiere of ''Oculus'', Toronto Film Festival, 8 September 2013
| name = Brenton Thwaites
| birth_name =
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|df=yes|1989|8|10}}
| birth_place = [[Cairns, Queensland]], Australia
| occupation = Actor
| yearsactive = 2010–present}}

'''Brenton Thwaites''' (born 9 August 1989) is an Australian actor, best known for portraying [[Slide (TV series)#Cast and characters|Luke Gallagher]] in the [[Fox8]] teen drama series, ''[[Slide (TV series)|SLiDE]]'', and [[Stu Henderson]] in the soap opera ''[[Home and Away]]''.<ref name="H&A">{{cite news|url=http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/entertainment/a/-/television/10195923/no-job-wait-for-thwaites/|last=Richards|first=Holly|title=No job wait for Thwaites|accessdate=21 September 2011|work=[[The West Australian]]|publisher=[[Seven West Media Limited]]|date=6 September 2011}}</ref> Thwaites starred in ''[[The Giver (film)|The Giver]]'' as one of the male leads, Jonas, opposite [[Jeff Bridges]] and [[Meryl Streep]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://insidemovies.ew.com/2013/09/27/taylor-swift-the-giver-movie/|title=Taylor Swift will co-star in long-awaited adaptation of 'The Giver'|work=Entertainment Weekly|date=27 September 2013|author=Busis, Hillary}}</ref>

==Personal life==
Thwaites was born in [[Cairns, Queensland]], in 1989<ref name="Home away from Home">{{cite news|last=Strudwick|first=Daniel|title=Cairns actor Brenton Thwaites trades Far North for a role in Home and Away|url=http://www.cairns.com.au/article/2011/07/26/175505_local-news.html|accessdate=21 September 2011|work=[[The Cairns Post]]|publisher=[[News Limited]]|date=27 July 2011}}</ref> to Peter and Fiona Thwaites. He has a sister, Stacey. He underwent secondary education at [[Cairns State High School]] in [[Far North Queensland]], with his senior year held in 2006.<ref name="Home away from Home"/> He studied acting at the [[Queensland University of Technology]] (QUT) and he graduated in 2010.<ref name="QUTalumni">{{cite news|title=Underbelly coup for QUT acting grads|url=http://www.qut.edu.au/alumni/news-and-events/news-and-events?news-id=36871|accessdate=27 September 2011|publisher=[[Queensland University of Technology]]|date=18 August 2011}}</ref><ref name="BrentonSoaps">{{cite news|url=http://www.couriermail.com.au/ipad/brenton-soaps-up-well-for-role/story-fn6cc53j-1226091034637|title=Brenton soaps up well for role|last=Swanwick|first=Tristan|date=9 July 2011|work=[[The Courier-Mail]]|publisher=[[Queensland Newspapers]]|accessdate=27 September 2011}}</ref> He then relocated to [[Sydney]] to join the long-running soap opera ''[[Home and Away]]'' and to pursue his career in acting.<ref name="1stApperance">{{cite news|url=http://www.goldcoastmail.com.au/story/2011/08/16/sydney-would-seem-a-natural-choice-of-residence-fo/|title=Big break calls Thwaites back|date=16 August 2011|work=[[Gold Coast Mail]]|publisher=[[APN News & Media]]|accessdate=27 September 2011}}</ref><ref name="HeraldSun">{{cite news|url=http://www.heraldsun.com.au/entertainment/confidential/thwaites-to-star-in-home-and-away/story-e6frf96x-1226118802438|title=Thwaites' to star in Home and Away|last=Dennehy|first=Luke|date=21 August 2011|work=[[Herald Sun]]|publisher=[[The Herald and Weekly Times]]|accessdate=27 September 2011}}</ref>

==Career==
Prior to graduating from the Queensland University of Technology, Thwaites made his [[wikt:debut|film debut]] in ''Charge Over You'', a 2010 [[Independent film|independent]] [[feature film]].<ref name="COY1">{{cite web|url=http://chargeoveryou.com/about/the-project|title=The Project|publisher=Charge Over You|accessdate=27 September 2011}}</ref> After he graduated, Thwaites went onto appear in an episode of ''[[Sea Patrol]]''.<ref name="QNews">{{cite news|title=A SLiDE Show of Teen Drama - Meet Brenton Thwaites|url=http://qnews.com.au/article/a-slide-show-teen-drama-qnews-meets-brenton-thwaites|accessdate=27 September 2011|publisher=Q News|date=16 August 2011}}</ref><ref name="Sea Patrol">{{cite web|title=Episode 062 - Black Flights|url=http://v2.sea-patrol.com/episodes/black-fights|accessdate=27 September 2011|publisher=Sea Patrol|date=7 June 2011}}</ref>

In November 2010, Thwaites, along with Adele Perovic, Ben Schumann, [[Emily Robins]], and Gracie Gilbert,was cast in a new [[Fox8]] Australian [[teen drama]] series, ''SLiDE''.<ref name="Throng">{{cite web|title=SliDE starts production for Foxtel|url=http://www.throng.com.au/slide/slide-starts-production-foxtel|accessdate=27 September 2011|publisher=Throng|date=9 November 2010}}</ref><ref name="TvTonight">{{cite news|last=Knox|first=David|title=SLiDE|url=http://www.tvtonight.com.au/2011/08/slide.html|accessdate=27 September 2011|publisher=[[TV Tonight]]|date=15 August 2011}}</ref> The show follows five Brisbane teenagers making their way to adulthood.<ref name="TvTonight"/><ref name="Austar">{{cite web|title=A new drama series for Fox8 - SLiDE|url=http://news.austar.com.au/news/read/a-new-drama-series-for-fox8-slide/|accessdate=27 September 2011|publisher=Austar|date=8 November 2011}}</ref> Thwaites believes his character, [[Luke Gallagher]], "stands back a bit. He watches. He's struggling with family issues. He's drawn in as it was a chance to find better friends and an opportunity to be part of a group. He's a cool, accepted kid. Some friends he can love and help him mature."<ref name="QNews"/> Thwaites made his first appearance on ''SLiDE'' in the series' premiere [[List of Slide episodes|episode]] on 16 August 2011. The series ran one season.<ref name="TvTonight"/>

Shortly after Thwaites relocated to Sydney from Cairns in April 2011, he was given a five–month recurring role of [[Stu Henderson]] in the 24th season of ''Home and Away''.<ref name="BrentonSoaps"/><ref name="1stApperance"/> Thwaites called the show a great learning experience and said his co-stars were easy to work with.<ref name="HeraldSun"/> Thwaites made his first appearance as Stu, a member of the River Boys, on 23 August 2011.<ref name="1stApperance"/> Tristan Swanwick of ''[[The Courier-Mail]]'' said Thwaites was a "bit too pretty to be a bad-ass River Boy" but that some fake tattoos would balance that impression.<ref name="BrentonSoaps"/> Of his character, Thwaites said, "Stu's awesome, he has some fights, he gets the girls, it's awesome fun."<ref name="BrentonSoaps"/>

Thwaites signed on to play the male lead in the television remake of the 1980 film, ''[[The Blue Lagoon (1980 film)|The Blue Lagoon]]'', entitled ''[[Blue Lagoon: The Awakening]]'', which aired on 16 June 2012.<ref name="BLAGOON">{{cite news|title=Brenton Thwaites and Indiana Evans to star in Lifetime's remake of 1980 film The Blue Lagoon|url=http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/entertainment/movies/brenton-thwaites-and-indiana-evans-to-star-in-lifetimes-remake-of-1980-film-the-blue-lagoon/story-e6frexli-1226265090790|accessdate=7 February 2012|work=[[The Daily Telegraph (Australia)|The Daily Telegraph]]|publisher=[[News Limited]]|date=7 February 2012}}</ref> Filming began in February 2012 in [[Maui]].<ref name="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2287663/locations"/>

In 2014, Thwaites co-starred in ''[[Maleficent (film)|Maleficent]]'' as [[List of Disney's Sleeping Beauty characters#Prince Phillip|Prince Phillip]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/movies/news/a384568/maleficient-casts-home-and-aways-brenton-thwaites-as-prince.html|title='Maleficient' casts 'Home and Away's Brenton Thwaites as prince|last=Fowler|first=Tara|date=31 May 2012|publisher=digitalspy.co.uk|accessdate=3 June 2012}}</ref>

== Filmography ==
{| class="wikitable sortable plainrowheaders"
|-
! scope="col" | Year
! scope="col" | Title
! scope="col" | Role
! scope="col" class="unsortable" | Notes
|-
! scope="row" | 2010
| ''Charge Over You''
| Sam
|
|-
! scope="row" | 2011
| ''Headsmen''
| Max Patterson
| Short film
|-
! scope="row" | 2011
| ''[[Sea Patrol]]''
| Leigh Scarpia
| Episode: "[[List of Sea Patrol episodes#Season 5: 2011|Black Flights]]"
|-
! scope="row" | 2011
| ''[[Slide (TV series)|SLiDE]]''
| [[Luke Gallagher]]
| Regular role; all 10 episodes
|-
! scope="row" | 2011
| ''[[Rove LA]]''
| Himself
| Part of the studio audience<ref name="Rove1">{{cite news|last=Swanwick|first=Tristan|author2=Cooper, Nathanael|title=Home and Away star Brenton Thwaites busted by Rove McManus writing in his journal in audience of Rove LA|url=http://www.perthnow.com.au/entertainment/perth-confidential/brentons-in-a-write-mess/comments-e6frg30l-1226141030010|accessdate=22 September 2011|work=[[The Sunday Times (Western Australia)|The Sunday Times]]|publisher=[[News Limited]]|date=9 September 2011}}</ref><ref name="Rove2">{{cite news|title=Actor Brenton Thwaites busted by Rove in awkward moment|url=http://www.heraldsun.com.au/entertainment/confidential/actor-brenton-thwaites-busted-by-rove-in-awkward-moment/story-e6frf96o-1226140338221|accessdate=22 September 2011|work=[[Herald Sun]]|publisher=[[The Herald and Weekly Times]]|date=19 September 2011}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" | 2011–2012
| ''[[Home and Away]]''
| [[Stu Henderson]]
| Recurring role; 57 episodes
|-
! scope="row" | 2012
| ''[[Save Your Legs!|Save Your Legs]]''
| Mark Cow
|
|-
! scope="row" | 2012
| ''[[Blue Lagoon: The Awakening]]''
| Dean McMullen
| Television film, a 2012 remake of ''[[The Blue Lagoon (1980 film)|The Blue Lagoon]]''<ref name="BLAGOON"/>
|-
! scope="row" | 2014
| ''[[Oculus (film)|Oculus]]''
| Tim Russell
|
|-
! scope="row" | 2014
| ''[[Maleficent (film)|Maleficent]]''
| [[List of Disney's Sleeping Beauty characters#Prince Phillip|Prince Phillip]]
|
|-
! scope="row" | 2014
| ''[[The Signal (2014 film)|The Signal]]''
| Nick Eastman
|
|-
! scope="row" | 2014
| ''[[The Giver (film)|The Giver]]''
| Jonas
|
|-
! scope="row" | 2014
| ''[[Ride (2014 film)|Ride]]''
|
| Post–production
|-
! scope="row" | 2014
| ''[[Son of a Gun (film)|Son of a Gun]]''
|
| Post–production
|-
| 2016
| ''[[Gods of Egypt (film)|Gods of Egypt]]''
| Bek
| Filming
|-
|}

==References==
{{reflist|2}}

==External links==
*{{IMDb name|4154798}}

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{{Use Australian English|date=September 2011}}

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| SHORT DESCRIPTION = Australian actor
| DATE OF BIRTH = 9 August 1989
| PLACE OF BIRTH = Cairns, Queensland, Australia
| DATE OF DEATH =
| PLACE OF DEATH =
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List of Borderlands characters

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The [[Borderlands (series)|''Borderlands'' video game series]] by [[Gearbox Software]] features a number of characters.

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==Playable characters==

===Borderlands===
====Roland====
'''Roland the Soldier''' (voiced by Oliver Tull in the original ''[[Borderlands (video game)|Borderlands]]'' and Markus Lloyd in ''[[Borderlands 2]]'') is among the four playable characters in the original ''Borderlands'', along with Lilith, Mordecai, and Brick. Originally a member of the Atlas Corporation's private army, the Crimson Lance, Roland deserted his post when he attacked a fellow officer, and Atlas has since put out a bounty for his capture.

Roland specializes in the use of combat rifles and shotguns, though he, like all the playable characters, is proficient with all weapons. He can also deploy an automated Scorpio Turret that tracks and fires at enemies while providing an energy barrier to take cover behind. It can be upgraded with a wide range of offensive and defensive abilities that can aid both Roland and his teammates.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Roland is a [[non-player character]]. In the time since the Hyperion Corporation's arrival and invasion of Pandora, Roland has assembled the Crimson Raiders, Pandora's anti-Hyperion resistance that operates from the city of Sanctuary. Roland is initially captured by a local gang of bandits, and the first part of the game is centered around his rescue. Upon rescue, Roland fills the Vault Hunters in on Hyperion's plans and hands out various missions to help the Crimson Raiders with the war effort. During the final assault on Control Core Angel, Roland helps the player in shutting down Angel and retrieving the Vault Key from her, but he is killed by Handsome Jack shortly afterwards.

Roland plays a significant role in the DLC episode ''Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep'' as Tiny Tina personally acts out his character in her ''Bunkers & Badasses'' campaign as "The White Knight". This is slowly revealed over time to be Tina's way of coping over Roland's death, and she is eventually able to come to terms with the loss of her friend by the end of her campaign.

====Lilith====
'''Lilith the Siren''' (voiced by [[Colleen Clinkenbeard]], portrayed live-action in ''Borderlands 2'' by Yasemin Arselan) is the second playable character in the first ''Borderlands''. She is a Siren, one of six women in the universe that are born with mystical powers and recognized by various tattoos on their body. Lilith is wanted by Atlas for "conspiracy, witchcraft, theft, and murder", and her main motive for traveling to Pandora is to learn more about her Siren powers.

Lilith favors weapons with elemental properties (fire, acid, electrical, and explosive), and some of her skills focus on improving her "damage over time" with elements. She can also use her Siren powers to "Phasewalk", an ability that lets her temporarily enter another dimension. When Phasewalking, Lilith is invisible to enemies, moves faster, and cannot be hurt. Warping in and out of dimensions also creates a shockwave that damages nearby enemies.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Lilith is a non-player character. Having faked her death in the early stages of Hyperion's invasion, Lilith initially operates as "The Firehawk", a deadly bounty hunter who makes the local bandits worship and fear her so that the Crimson Raiders can fully focus on Hyperion without their interference. Upon meeting the Vault Hunters, Lilith returns to Sanctuary and provides various missions for them. After the deaths of Angel and Roland, Handsome Jack captures Lilith and forces her to be the catalyst that opens the Vault, which triggers the final series of events in the game's main plot.

====Mordecai====
'''Mordecai the Hunter''' (voiced by [[Julio Cedillo]] in the original ''Borderlands'' and [[Jason Liebrecht]] in ''Borderlands 2'') is a Hunter who travels to Pandora in ''Borderlands'' in search of the Vault, feeling that the universe owes him everything in it. He is always accompanied by his pet Bloodwing, a trained bird-of-prey, and is wanted by Atlas for "poaching and possession of endangered species".

In combat, Mordecai favors using sniper rifles to dispatch enemies from a distance and resorting to revolvers for those who get too close, and his skills generally revolve around increasing his accuracy and range with both weapons. He can also dispatch Bloodwing to attack enemies from a distance, and he can be upgraded to strike multiple enemies and make them drop larger amounts of items.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Mordecai is a non-player character. He serves as a spy in the Crimson Raiders and provides cover fire for the Vault Hunters in several missions. Mordecai's main role in the plot focuses on Hyperion's Wildlife Exploitation Preserve, where his pet Bloodwing is being held captive and experimented on. By the time Bloodwing is found, she has grown to gigantic size and has been brainwashed to attack all intruders, which forces the Vault Hunters to fight her off. Handsome Jack ultimately kills Bloodwing by detonating her collar and blowing her head up, which drives Mordecai into anger. At the end of the game, Mordecai can be seen with an infant Bloodwing hatching from an egg. In the Headhunter add-on, ''Sir Hammerlock vs. The Son of Crawmerax'', it is revealed that he named the new bird Talon.

====Brick====
The largest of the four original Vault Hunters in ''Borderlands'', '''Brick the Berserker''' (voiced by Marcus Mauldin) is wanted by Atlas for "murder and dismemberment of anything that moves". Much of his anger stems from the death of his dog Priscilla, whose paw he wears around his neck.

Brick is classified as a Berserker, a [[Tank (gaming)|tank]]-style character who is strong in melee combat. Though Brick's preferred weapons are explosive weapons and rocket launchers, his main skill is the special ability to temporarily enter "Berserk". In exchange for not being able to fire guns, Brick's melee power vastly increases as he uses both of his fists to punch enemies to death, and he also rapidly regenerates health. Various upgrades focus on increasing his durability and power.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Brick is a non-player character. He is first met as the Slab King, the leader of a large group of bandits. Despite initially being on non-speaking terms with Roland (as Brick's excessive violence proved counterproductive to the Crimson Raiders's goals), Brick eagerly joins the battle for Pandora. An optional series of missions focuses on the bandit town of Lynchwood, where Brick desires vengeance against its corrupt Sheriff for the death of his second dog, Dusty.

===Borderlands 2===
====Axton====
'''Axton the Commando''' (voiced by [[Robert McCollum]]) is a "Commando" who is playable in ''Borderlands 2''. Originally a soldier for the Dahl Corporation, Axton's pursuit of personal glory and disregard for orders got him into trouble with his commanding officer (and wife) Sarah. Rather than make him face a firing squad, Sarah let Axton flee to the border planets, where he lived life as a mercenary. Handsome Jack identified Axton's lust for glory and lured him to Pandora with a radio advertisement calling out for potential Vault Hunters to join Hyperion, where he attempted to kill him and the other Vault Hunters on an exploding train passing through Windshear Wastes so that nobody would open the Vault before him.

Like Roland in the first ''Borderlands'', Axton relies on an automated Sabre Turret to provide cover fire against enemies, and most of his abilities are geared towards upgrading his turret, although some improve the explosive and grenade damage he can inflict. Axton's turret can be armed with additional gun barrels, can detonate upon deployment, or stick to walls and ceilings. One particular skill can even allow two turrets to be deployed at once.

====Maya====
'''Maya the Siren''' (voiced by [[Martha Harms]]) is a playable Siren in ''Borderlands 2''. As a child, she was taken to planet Athenas and raised by monks from the Order of the Impending Storm. As she grew older, Maya realized that the monks were exploiting her Siren powers to maintain control over the planet and left in disgust after killing the head of the Order in anger at being manipulated. Her studies on her powers ultimately led Maya to Pandora and the train to Windshear Wastes.

Maya's abilities revolve around elemental effects as well as crowd control and healing. Her main ability is Phaselock, which suspends and immobilizes enemies in midair and can be upgraded to incorporate a wide variety of abilities, including healing, temporary damage increase, bullet reflection and elemental effects.

====Salvador====
'''Salvador the Gunzerker''' (voiced by [[John Swasey]]) is a playable character in ''Borderlands 2''. He is a Pandoran native from Truxico (like Mordecai) who is recognized for his incredibly muscular and short stature resulting from heavy steroid abuse. When Hyperion invaded his hometown of Ovejas, Salvador tore apart the entire 150-man strike team in its defense. After learning of the Vault's existence from the one Hyperion soldier he spared, Salvador then decided to seek it out for his own entertainment and boarded the train to Windshear Wastes.

Salvador is a "Gunzerker" who resembles Brick from the first game in abilities, but instead of using massive melee power to devastate enemies, Salvador can dual-wield any combination of guns.<ref name="Gamescom 2011: Borderlands 2 First-Look Preview">{{cite web|url=http://gamescom.gamespot.com/story/6329613/gamescom-2011-borderlands-2-first-look-preview|publisher=Gamespot|author=Shaun McInnis|title=Gamescom 2011: Borderlands 2 First-Look Preview|date=August 17, 2011|accessdate=August 27, 2011}}</ref> His skills can be upgraded so that he can throw multiple grenades at once, regenerate massive amounts of health and ammunition, or attract the attention of enemies with a double middle-finger taunt.

====Zer0====
'''Zer0 the Assassin''' (voiced by Michael Turner) is a playable Assassin in ''Borderlands 2'' whose origins and species are completely unknown. It is mentioned that Zer0 came to Pandora seeking a challenge to prove his skills against, which Handsome Jack took advantage of to lure the assassin onto the train to Windshear Wastes. Many of Zer0's lines are spoken in [[haiku]] format, adding to the character's enigmatic presence.

Zer0's main skills are sniping and using a sword for melee attacks. Zer0 is capable of creating a decoy and becoming invisible for a short time, allowing Zer0 to sneak past or attack enemies with a critical hit while they're distracted. Zer0's skills can be upgraded with emphasis on sniping, gaining additional benefits when using the Deception ability or improving melee attacks.

====Gaige====
'''Gaige the Mechromancer''' (voiced by [[Cherami Leigh]]) is the first of the two characters in ''Borderlands 2'' that are purchased as [[downloadable content]], and thus are not initially available in the game. She calls herself a "Mechromancer", whose main ability is to summon a robot dubbed D374-TP "Deathtrap" – a hulking, floating machine made of scrap parts - to attack enemies. Gaige fled to Pandora when Deathtrap accidentally killed one of her competitors during a science fair on her home planet of Eden-5,<ref>{{cite web | title=Mechromancer Echo Log 04 | url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5fcOYNTDcw |publisher=YouTube|accessdate=16 October 2012}}</ref> and was among the Vault Hunters on the train when it crashed into the Windshear Wastes.

Gaige's skill upgrades can be used for a wide array of attacks for Deathtrap (having a mounted laser or performing an Explosive Clap for close-ranged enemies), having her shots bounce off any surface and hit their target, or increasing her attack power at the cost of accuracy.<ref>{{cite web | title=Borderlands 2 - Sir Hammerlock introduces the Mechromancer | url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Av_D14XEUqM |publisher=YouTube|accessdate=16 October 2012}}</ref>

====Krieg====
'''Krieg the Psycho''' (voiced by [[Jason Douglas]]) is the second character that is purchased as downloadable content. He is a bandit-turned-Vault Hunter who was mutated into a Psycho by the Hyperion corporation before escaping.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pcgamer.com/2013/05/14/krieg-the-psychos-genesis-detailed-in-new-dev-diary/ |title=Borderlands 2 Psycho Pack now available, Krieg the Psycho's genesis detailed new dev diary | News |publisher=PC Gamer |date=2013-05-14 |accessdate=2013-08-12}}</ref> Krieg's dialogue mostly consists of various ranting and screaming like the Psychos usually fought as enemies. Occasionally, though, a quieter voice can be heard from inside Krieg's head that seems able to guide Krieg into some level of relative self-control (implied to be the original personality that inhabited the body). In the short trailer ''A Meat Bicycle Built For Two'', Krieg stumbles onto Maya while she's waiting for the train to Windshear Wastes, and while his inner voice recognizes her as a Siren, Maya only recognizes him as a threat. Eventually, Krieg is given enough mental incentive to protect Maya from a pack of [[cannibalism|cannibal]] Rats, and Maya lets him follow her onto the train.<ref>{{cite web | title=Borderlands 2 - Krieg: A Meat Bicycle Built For Two | url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZqmQT89kqU |publisher=YouTube|accessdate=31 May 2013}}</ref>

Marketed as a playable version of the common Psycho enemy, his action skill allows him to use an iconic Buzz Axe to go on a rampage, dealing highly increased melee damage and refilling his health entirely after each kill. He can develop his skills to deal tremendous melee damage, gain buffs from slaughtering foes, or empower his attacks - and himself - with various flame-based perks. He is a risk-vs-reward character, as many of his abilities have negative effects, but also give Krieg the potential for tremendous damage output against enemies.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/05/06/borderlands-2-psycho-class-release-date-announced |title=Borderlands 2 Psycho Class Release Date Announced |publisher=IGN |date= |accessdate=2013-08-12}}</ref>

===Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!===
====Athena====
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'''Athena''', the Gladiator, (voiced by [[Lydia McKay]]) is a former assassin of Atlas who first appeared as a non-playable character in the ''Borderlands'' DLC ''The Secret Armory of General Knoxx''. Athena defected out of disgust for their military practices, and soon enlisted the help of Roland, Lilith, Mordecai and Brick to quell the incoming assault by Atlas on Pandora. She was however captured by the convict Mr. Shank and brought to Lockdown Palace. After being saved by the Vault Hunters, she instructs them to destroy the Atlas armory using a detonator that she built and an access code left behind by a Crimson Lance soldier at the World's Largest Bullet. She later appears in the ending cutscene watching the armory's destruction, and can be found in T-Bone Junction afterwards.

She is a playable character in ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]'' and the game's narrator. Her action skill is her Kinetic Aspis, a shield that can absorb incoming damage and be thrown to inflict said damage at enemies. Her skills primarily revolve around defense and healing, melee damage and elemental damage with a focus on incendiary and shock damage.

====Wilhelm====
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'''Wilhelm''', the Enforcer, (voiced by [[Bryan Massey]]) is a giant Hyperion cyborg who appears in ''Borderlands 2'' as a boss and Handsome Jack's enforcer. He is first heard in an ECHO recording where he helps Jack massacre the people of New Haven, and is alluded to by Angel when Hyperion forces arrive at the Bloodshot Stronghold to capture Roland. Wilhelm makes his first physical appearance when he ambushes the Vault Hunters of ''Borderlands 2'' as they attempt to steal the Vault Key from a train, but he is killed in the ensuing battle. Up to the point of his death Wilhelm is portrayed as an unbeatable villain, but at the time of the battle he is defeated with relative ease. The reason for this is that Wilhelm was poisoned by Jack to fool the Vault Hunters into using a false power core that later provides problems for Sanctuary.

Wilhelm appears as a playable character in ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]'', where he still displays a more human appearance at first, but as he levels up, he can invest in skills that supply his body with mechanical implants that give him a more robotic appearance over time, acting much like a playable version of the Engineer enemies from ''[[Borderlands 2]]''. He can also summon a pair of flying surveyor robots named Wolf and Saint, who attack enemies and defend Wilhelm, respectively.

====Nisha====
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'''Nisha''', the Lawbringer, (voiced by [[Stephanie Young]]) also known as '''The Sheriff of Lynchwood''', is a minor antagonist in ''Borderlands 2'', and Handsome Jack's girlfriend at the time. Styling herself as a cowboy, she torments the residents of the town of Lynchwood for her own personal amusement. She also helped Handsome Jack subjugate the town of New Haven, and was responsible for capturing Brick and "breaking" him by killing his pet puppy Dusty. After Brick sends the Vault Hunters on several missions to get her attention, she finally duels them herself, but is killed. Jack will then appear and note his surprise at feeling angry about Nisha's death.

She is set to be a playable character in ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''. Throughout the game, Handsome Jack will develop an attraction to her which will culminate in their relationship seen in ''Borderlands 2''. She can enter a state called "Showdown" in which the game will automatically aim at enemies for the player, most of her skills revolve around increasing her damage output, to the point where she can place bombs inside enemies to detonate once she exits Showdown and she can duplicate pistols to dual-wield, similar to ''Borderlands 2'''s Salvador.

====Claptrap====
'''Claptrap''', the "Fragtrap", (voiced by David Eddings) is a supporting non-player character in ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2'' and a playable character in ''Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!''. Claptrap is a yellow '''CL4P-TP Steward Bot''', Hyperion-manufactured work robots that are frequently found in populated areas and guarding access points between different regions of Pandora. Claptrap first appears in ''Borderlands'', and greets the Vault Hunters when they first arrive on Pandora. At the end of the game, Hyperion remotely reprograms Claptrap into the "Interplanetary Ninja Assassin Claptrap". As revealed in the DLC episode ''Claptrap's New Robot Revolution'', Interplanetary Ninja Assassin Claptrap's original goal was to eliminate the Vault Hunters, but it instead took offense at the planetwide mistreatment of CL4P-TP robots and assembled them into an army with which to overthrow the humans, even going so far as to "claptrap" the various bandits and wildlife to further bolster their ranks. With some help from Hyperion, the Vault Hunters defeat the uprising and reset Claptrap back to his original CL4P-TP programming, but the second game shows that Claptrap has retained some of the more positive effects of his re-programming, such as free will and self-awareness.

In ''Borderlands 2'', the CL4P-TP product line is discontinued and all surviving CL4P-TP models have been destroyed by order of Handsome Jack. Only Claptrap himself manages to escape destruction and hides in Windshear Wastes, where it meets the Vault Hunters shortly after they survive the train crash. Claptrap helps guide the Vault Hunters to the city of Sanctuary and plays a role in infiltrating Control Core Angel and the Vault's dig site, as well as provides several smaller missions of various importance, some of which allude to the fact that, despite his cheery voice, Claptrap is actually in the throes of depression, such as how he knows that Bullymong fur is great for absorbing "robot tears" and likening his depression to a "Christmas sweater" that "smells like cookies and tears."

In ''Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!'', Claptrap is sent to liberate Pandora's moon Elpis under the command of Handsome Jack along with the
other playable characters. He has the ability to run a beta version of a program (classified in-game as malware) called "VaultHunter.EXE" which temporarily grants him one of several special abilities, many of which are based on other playable characters in the series, and many of his skills focus on improving the program through various means in addition to explosive damage and cooperative gameplay as well as giving Claptrap skills that heal him and his friends, becoming the team's de facto medic. the game also explains the beginning of Claptrap's depression (his realization that Hyperion is actively trying to suppress his growing free will being one such catalyst). The game also reveals that Claptrap, like other CL4P-TP units (and robots in general) feels pain in slow motion and with greater intensity than humans do.

Most people on Pandora find the CL4P-TP robots annoying due to their smart-aleck personalities and eccentric behaviors, while bandits take particular dislike of CL4P-TP robots and frequently use them for target-practice. In ''Borderlands'', some of the severely-damaged CL4P-TP robots will ask the Vault Hunters to repair them in exchange for valuable items.

Claptrap is also used as a promotional [[mascot]] character for the ''Borderlands'' franchise. It hosts the ''Claptrap Web Series'', a collection of [[machinima]] shorts produced by Gearbox Software to promote the series, and appears in ''[[Poker Night 2]]'' as one of the special guest players.

===="Handsome Jack"====
'''"Handsome Jack"''', the Doppelganger, is the first announced DLC character for ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''. Originally, he was a Handsome Jack body double that the Vault Hunters were asked by Angel to kill in a mission from [[Borderlands 2]]. His Action Skill, Expendable Assets, which was revealed through a leaked photo, can be used to summon several digital copies of himself to fight for him, similar to the real Jack's ability in Borderlands 2.

==Recurring characters==
===Primary antagonists===
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====Commandant Steele====
'''Commandant Helga Steele''' (voiced by [[Lani Minella]]) is the main antagonist of ''Borderlands'' and a Siren like Lilith. As a commanding officer of the Crimson Lance's D Company, 3rd Starborne Brigade, Steele is in charge of maintaining the Atlas Corporation's control over Pandora and the alien technologies hidden throughout the planet. Throughout the game, Steele frequently demands that the Vault Hunters turn over the Vault Key to her and leave the planet. As the plot progresses, her demands get more direct, and Steele eventually declares martial law on Pandora as she sends her soldiers to stop the Vault Hunters. After stealing the completed Vault Key from Tannis, Steele leads the Crimson Lance to the Vault and opens it, only to be promptly impaled by The Destroyer as it awakens.

Steele's death throws Atlas's control over Pandora into chaos, and her superior officer '''General Knoxx''' (believed to be voiced by Stan Robak) is sent to restore order to the planet, as seen in the DLC campaign ''The Secret Armory of General Knoxx''. However, Knoxx's disdain for his assignment and Atlas's military practices in general drives him to the brink of suicide until the Vault Hunters arrive to raid his weapon stockpile, which gives Knoxx an excuse to die in proper combat instead. Both Steele and Knoxx return as bosses in the DLC campaign ''Claptrap's New Robot Revolution'', having been revived and "claptrapped" to serve the Claptrap army in overthrowing the humans.

====Handsome Jack====
'''Handsome Jack''' (voiced by [[Dameon Clarke]]) is the main antagonist in ''Borderlands 2'' and ''Tales from the Borderlands'', named for the attractive mask that covers his scarred and disfigured face marked with a vault symbol. Originally a minor employee of the Hyperion Corporation, Jack was the first to learn of the Vault on Pandora and manipulated the events of the first ''Borderlands'' game to have it opened, then stole all of the credit for finding it (even going so far as to claim responsibility for killing The Destroyer). After staking his claim on the Eridium ore that grew through the planet from the Vault's opening, Jack became the President of Hyperion and began his campaign to conquer the savage planet and bring "civilized" corporate control to Pandora as its "benevolent" dictator.

As ''Borderlands 2'' begins, Handsome Jack has already established all-but-total control over Pandora. Among such acts as destroying the town of New Haven, annexing Fyrestone, and beginning construction of Hyperion's corporate capital of Opportunity, he has set up a geostationary Moonbase (in the shape of an 'H') in the Lagrange point between Pandora and Pandora's geostationary moon, which acts as an homage to his ego and as a supply base from which he can send supplies, troops and artillery fire down to Pandora. The Moonbase also has a lens that allows Jack to keep an eye on the Vault Hunters at all times, which he shows off frequently by taunting and insulting them throughout their adventure, after Angel's death, however, Jack drops his arrogant facade and reveals his true personality: that of a cruel, childish, and petty dictator with a pathological hatred of all life on Pandora native or otherwise (possibly stemming from his life with an apparently abusive grandmother).

Jack's ultimate goal is to find the second Vault on Pandora and open it to release an ancient alien Warrior that will enable him to burn away everything on Pandora that opposes him. After stealing the Vault Key from Tannis, Jack uses his Siren daughter Angel to charge the key by pumping her full of Eridium ore. Angel tries to stop Jack's plans by getting the Vault Hunters to kill her, but Jack retaliates by kidnapping Lilith and making her finish the process. At the end of the game, Jack succeeds in releasing The Warrior, but it is killed by the Vault Hunters and Jack himself is finally silenced for good in the middle of delivering a hateful rant in which he attempts to justify his actions (which ends up sounding much like a child throwing a tantrum), but he can also be killed by Lilith if he is allowed to finish, which will reveal that his face is scarred with burns, cuts, and a Vault symbol, as well as the fact that he is blind in one eye.

Jack appears in ''Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!'' at first as a protagonist, and later as a [[Byronic]] protagonist. At this point, Jack is still a lowly programmer working on Helios, the Hyperion space station later seen as the giant 'H' shaped moonbase and is currently under siege by the Lost Legion, a group of ex-Dahl soldiers led jointly by Tungsteena Zarpedon and a female Eridan. He hires Wilhelm, Nisha, Athena, and Claptrap to help him fight off the invasion and sends them to Elpis to stop a jamming signal set by the Lost Legion. As time goes on, Jack makes more and more questionable choices and eventually outright decides to seize power using the eye of the Destroyer embedded in Helios. He is stopped by Lilith, who burns a Vault Symbol into his face with an artifact found in the Elpis Vault. Jack is driven mad by the pain and the visions the artifact gave him and declares vengeance on all of Pandora. It is then that he became Handsome Jack, setting the stage for ''Borderlands 2''

===Supporting characters===
====Angel====
'''Angel''', (voiced by Jennifer Green, portrayed live-action by Brittani Johnson, and voiced as a child in ''Borderlands 2'' by [[Brina Palencia]]) known through Pandora as the '''Guardian Angel''', is initially thought to be an A.I. (Artificial Intelligence) who guides the Vault Hunters in both ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2''. She appears as a woman with pale skin, black hair and piercing blue eyes. She appears in the opening cutscene of the first ''Borderlands'', where she tells the Vault Hunters to listen to her if they want to open the Vault. Throughout the game, Angel provides advice and encouragement to help the Vault Hunters achieve this goal. However, Angel's true origin is hinted in the ending as her image fades to the shot of a Hyperion satellite in orbit.

Unknown to the Vault Hunters at the time, Angel was in reality working for Handsome Jack as part of his long-term plan to conquer Pandora. In ''Borderlands 2'', Angel initially appears to the new Vault Hunters with the same role to encourage and guide them towards their goal. However, her true role as Handsome Jack's servant is revealed when she reluctantly hacks into Sanctuary's systems and disables the shields, allowing Jack to blast the city apart from his Moonbase. Only Lilith's powers allows the city to escape Jack's wrath as it reveals its true form as a mining ship and flies away into the sky, where it remains for the rest of the game opposite the Moonbase.

No longer willing to betray any more innocent lives to Jack in the wake of his attack on Sanctuary, Angel aids the Vault Hunters in defeating him after revealing that she has the Vault Key needed to open the Vault. After extensive preparation and conflict, the Vault Hunters and Roland enter into Control Core Angel, where it is revealed that Angel is not an A.I., but is a Siren and Handsome Jack's daughter. She demands that the Vault Hunters kill her by cutting off her Eridium supply so that Jack cannot finish charging the Vault Key. Once done, Angel dies from Eridium withdrawal, her final words to Jack being "You're an asshole."

====Marcus Kincaid====
'''Marcus Kincaid''' (voiced by Bruce DuBose) is a merchant and entrepreneur who runs Marcus Munitions, Pandora's leading supplier of guns. With little morals to speak of, Marcus is always on the look out for new ways to make some profits, regardless of who or what gets involved. He is also one of Mad Moxxi's ex-husbands and sometimes shows signs that he misses her. Marcus runs the gun-dispensing vending machines in ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2'', as well a bus service in ''Borderlands'' that brings the Vault Hunters to the town of Fyrestone in the beginning of the game. He is also the series's narrator, and many of the DLC campaigns humorously involve him conversing with his audience, a young orphan, about the meaning of the story or trivial matters such as swearing. It is also revealed in the "Captain Scarlett and her Pirate's Booty" DLC, that the reason Marcus is telling the story to the orphan is so that the boy (who is learning good story structure) can take over as the narrator once Marcus dies.

====Dr. Zed====
'''Dr. Zed''' (voiced by Ric Spiegel) is Pandora's leading (and only) medical practitioner, despite the fact that he technically isn't a real doctor and can be somewhat shady with his requests. He appears in ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2'' as a supplier of various missions. He mainly operates in Fyrestone and provides some of the earliest missions in ''Borderlands'' to introduce the basic gameplay. In ''Borderlands 2'', he moves his operations to Sanctuary following Hyperion's takeover of Fyrestone.

Dr. Zed's brother, '''Dr. Ned''', (also voiced by Ric Spiegel) appears as the villain of ''The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned'', the first DLC campaign of the original ''Borderlands''. Physically-identical to Dr. Zed save for a tacky mustache inexplicibly growing over his surgical mask, Dr. Ned creates a zombie apocalypse in the far-off region of Jakobs Cove. Dr. Ned later returns in ''Claptrap's New Robot Revolution'' as one of the revived and "claptrapped" soldiers of the Claptrap army.

====T.K. Baha====
'''T.K. Baha''' (voiced by David Eddings) is a crochety-but-optimistic old hermit who lives in the Arid Badlands. Originally a gun designer, he and his wife moved to Pandora following Hyperion's hostile acquisition of his work. Not long afterwards, T.K. lost his wife, his eyesight, and his leg (and later the prosthetic to replace it) to a giant skag named Scar. Regardless, T.K. never loses his upbeat personality, even when bandits hang him by his own leg and leave him to die. In ''The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned'', T.K. returns as one of the reanimated zombies in Jakobs Cove, and can be fed brains from killed zombies as part of an optional series of missions.

In ''Borderlands 2'', T.K.'s niece '''Una Baha''' (voiced by [[Luci Christian]]) asks the Vault Hunters to recover evidence that Hyperion stole T.K.'s gun designs so she can sue them, and the player can decide to send the evidence to either Una or Hyperion for different rewards. T.K. himself (still a zombie) also appears in the DLC mini-chapter ''T.K. Baha's Bloody Harvest'' as a mission provider.

====Dr. Patricia Tannis====
'''Dr. Patricia Tannis''' (voiced by Colleen Clinkenbeard) is an egocentric, anti-social and mentally-unstable researcher who lives on Pandora. She was originally sent to Pandora by the Dahl Corporation to study rumors of the Vault's existence. Despite initial skepticism, Tannis's belief in the Vault grew stronger as her sanity dwindled due to exposure to the alien ruins, the death of her entire research team, and the mounting hardships of living on Pandora. When Dahl was forced to leave Pandora, Tannis chose to stay behind so she could find the Vault and keep its discovery all to herself.

In ''Borderlands'', Commandant Steele manipulates Tannis into giving them information regarding the Vault, then locks her in a Crimson Lance prison after stealing the completed Vault Key from her. After killing The Destroyer, the Vault Hunters are tasked to return the Vault Key to Tannis, which she keeps until Hyperion tortures her into giving it to Handsome Jack. By the time of ''Borderlands 2'', Tannis has been moved to Sanctuary for her own safety.

====Scooter====
'''Scooter''' (voiced by Michael Neumann) is an exceptional mechanic despite his appearance and mannerisms being more akin to the common "redneck". He maintains the Catch-A-Ride units, which the Vault Hunters can use to summon vehicles for faster travel across Pandora, and will also provide various side-missions. His mother is Mad Moxxi, whom he is very protective of when the topic of her various husbands, boyfriends, and one-night stands come up. His overprotectiveness has had some serious consequences, however, the most egregious being his murder of ''Borderlands'' NPC Lucky Zaford, which indirectly reignited tensions between the Zaford family and the Hodunk family, which Scooter once belonged to. In ''Borderlands 2'', Scooter's sister '''Ellie''' (voiced by [[Jamie Marchi]]) is introduced as the very generously-proportioned owner and mechanic of the local junkyard.

====Mad Moxxi====
'''Mad Moxxi''' (voiced by Brina Palencia) is first introduced in the ''Borderlands'' DLC episode ''Mad Moxxi's Underdome Riot'' as the owner and host of Pandora's biggest fighting arena, the Underdome. Having been a skilled fighter in her earlier years, Moxxi loves violence and combat, and she especially loves being at the center of it all. Her sense of modesty definitely isn't what Moxxi is known for, though, as she has had several husbands, lovers both male and female, and innumerable affairs. Despite this, Moxxi is surprisingly refined in her tastes and mannerisms, always speaking with a seductive tone and an innuendo soon following. She can also be quite caring and sympathetic, especially in regards to her children and others close to her.

She appears again in the third DLC episode ''The Secret Armory of General Knoxx'', running a bar called Moxxi's Red Light where Athena takes refuge in and instructs the Vault Hunters to meet her at. By the time the Vault Hunters arrive, however, Athena has already been taken hostage by Moxxi's second husband Mr. Shank. Moxxi reveals what happened and helps the Vault Hunters locate and rescue Athena in Lockdown Palace. When Shank is killed in the process, however, she is stricken with grief over the death of her ex-husband, and tearfully begins making funeral plans as the Vault Hunters are making their way out of the prison.

In ''Borderlands 2'', more of Moxxi's life and family is revealed. Moxxi and her children (including Scooter and Ellie) originally grew up in the hillbilly Hodunk Clan out in the desert but left when she refused to let Ellie become the clan-wife. Moxxi was also involved with Mordecai for a time after the first game until she dumped him for Handsome Jack, though she dumped Jack when she saw just how much of a despot he really was. Jack burned down Moxxi's Underdome shortly afterwards, leaving her bitter and itching for revenge as she relocated to Sanctuary and became the owner of the local bar. She gets her revenge when she hires the Vault Hunters to kill Jack's foreman in Opportunity and flood the building site, which causes Jack to angrily call Moxxi a "bitch".

During the DLC ''Mr. Torgue's Campaign of Carnage'', which takes place during the events of ''Borderlands 2'', Moxxi acts as the Vault Hunters' sponsor in an effort to claim Mr. Torgue's arena and rebuild the Underdome. She first appears as the hostage of arena contender Pyro Pete, although it is unknown how she ended in his custody, and once rescued, helps the Vault Hunters hunt down her cannibalistic ex-girlfriend Motor Momma. She also attempts to talk the Vault Hunters out of murdering a man whom she had sexual affairs with and whom Scooter had ordered the Vault Hunters to eliminate, although whether or not the murder is carried out is up to the discretion of the player.

She later appears as the host of the penultimate DLC ''Mad Moxxi and the Wedding Day Massacre'', where she attempts to end the feud between the Hodunks and their Irish-inspired rivals, the Zafords, by having the Vault Hunters concoct a potion that will make a pair of goliaths, one from each clan, fall in love. The potion works, but the goliaths enter their berserk state soon after and are killed by the Vault Hunters in the ensuing battle. The Hodunks and Zafords then band together and declare war against Moxxi.

In Zoomin.TV Games' "Top 5 MILFs in Gaming" video, Mad Moxxi was awarded first place, calling the character "mad as a box of squirrels and equally as alluring, Mad Moxxi is unquestionably gaming's number one MILF," also showing players how to get under the ''Borderlands 2'' map to get an upskirt view of Moxxi in the bar.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I44O2Yiwm80 Top 5 MILFs in Gaming - YouTube.com]</ref>

====Tiny Tina====
'''Tiny Tina''' (voiced by [[Ashly Burch]]) is a young and very mentally-unstable explosives-and-demolitions expert who is introduced in ''Borderlands 2'' as "the world's deadliest 13-year-old". Tiny Tina's demolitions expertise is first called into action when the Vault Hunters are tasked with stopping a Hyperion supply train believed to be carrying the Vault Key. With that objective in sight, Tina sets the Vault Hunters to the task of finding two "suicide-toy" rockets and set them on target. Her collaboration with the Vault Hunters continues when Tina has them gather items and guests for a "very special" tea party involving a bandit leader named Flesh-Stick, who had indirectly killed Tina's parents by selling them to Hyperion. Recordings can be found in the Animal Exploitation Annex that show that Tina's parents where experimented on and tortured to death on Handsome Jacks orders. Tina escapes when her parents tell her to throw the grenade they hid in her dress.

In the DLC episode ''Mr. Torgue's Campaign of Carnage'', Tiny Tina is hired by Moxxi to be the Vault Hunters' trainer and guide them to win Torgue's tournament. In ''Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep'', Tina hosts a game of "Bunkers and Badasses", a tabletop role-playing parody of ''[[Dungeons & Dragons]]'', and invites the Vault Hunters, Lilith, Mordecai, and Brick to play with her. In the occasion, it is shown how much Tina was attached to Roland, and how difficult it was for her to cope with his death.

====Sir Hammerlock====
'''Sir Hammerlock''' (voiced by [[J. Michael Tatum]]) is introduced in ''Borderlands 2''. He is a hunter who dresses in a ragged, futuristic version of a Victorian adventurer's outfit, with a slouch hat, a broken pair of glasses that looks like a monocle, and a robotic right eye, arm, and leg. The artificial appendages are prosthetics acquired as replacements for limbs lost during a particularly nasty encounter with a massive thresher named "Old Slappy" some years earlier, whom he later has the Vault Hunters hunt and kill. He becomes an early ally of the Vault Hunters when the game first begins and offers some starting mission to introduce the gameplay to new players.

Hammerlock is also a central figure in the third DLC campaign, ''Sir Hammerlock's Big Game Hunt'', where he invites the Vault Hunters to the continent of Aegrus for a hunting safari. While there, Hammerlock and the Vault Hunters stumble upon the plans of the mad Hyperion researcher Professor Nakayama and set out to foil his plans to clone Handsome Jack (if only so that Nakayama will stop whining and begging them to fight him). He give side missions in the DLC for the Vault Hunters to hunt rare variants of familiar and unfamiliar creatures.

====Captain Scarlett====
'''Captain Scarlett''' (voiced by Colleen Clinkenbeard) is the titular NPC of ''Captain Scarlett and Her Pirate's Booty'', the first DLC episode for ''Borderlands 2''. Being a pirate, she is extremely untrustworthy, but ironically also suffers from an honesty streak that makes her blatantly tell her enemies of her treacherous intents. Occasionally, Scarlett can be truly devious, but that usually results from forgetfulness, poor planning, or just bad luck.

Throughout the DLC, Scarlett seeks the lost treasure of the sand pirate Captain Blade and enlists the Vault Hunters to help assemble a compass that will reveal its location. After dealing with water-stealing sand pirates, rogue Hyperion robots, and a smelly Scarlett-obsessed hermit named Herbert while searching for the compass pieces, the Vault Hunters and Scarlett are attacked by the guardian of the lost treasure, the Leviathan. Scarlett chooses this time to make good on her threats to betray her allies and fights the Vault Hunters from atop her pet rakk hive Roscoe, but she escapes once Roscoe is killed. The player then has the choice of taking her pistol, which she dropped during her escape.

====Mr. Torgue====
'''Mister Torgue High-Five Flexington''' (voiced by [[Chris Rager]]) is the eponymous NPC of ''Mr. Torgue's Campaign of Carnage'', the second DLC for ''Borderlands 2'', and the 43-year-old founder (and former president) of the weapons manufacturer Torgue (which he sold to Anton Smith for "twelve dollars and a high five"). He is known for being very loud, over-the-top, and prone to pointless tangents, which greatly annoys his shareholders, yet he is also shown to have a large vocabulary and is an avid feminist.

Having discovered a new Vault on Pandora buried in the Badass Crater of Badassitude that will only open "once the champion of Pandora feeds it the blood of the ultimate coward", Mr. Torgue set up his Campaign of Carnage as a tournament to find this champion and open the Vault. Though he features heavily in the DLC, Torgue himself does not appear "in the flesh" except in the introductory movie. He instead relays running commentary from his "space-truck" in deep orbit around Pandora.

Mr. Torgue is featured in the DLC ''Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep'' in person, where it is revealed that "Mister Torgue" is his first name, and Flexington is his last. He also admits to being an avid lover of Sci-Fi, fantasy, Unicorns, and *BLEEP* (in that order), and even breaks down in sobs when he is not allowed to play at first.

In the DLC mini-episode ''The Horrendous Hunger of the Wattle Gobbler'', Mr. Torgue hosts a competition challenging Pandora to defeat a giant turkey monster called the Wattle Gobbler, which the Torgue Corporation's President Smith has rigged to be unwinnable. Instead, Mr. Torgue works with the Vault Hunters to weaken the Wattle Gobbler enough to kill it and he is fired as a result, he then ends up going to work for Moxxi. Mr. Torgue's Grandma Flexington also appears in the DLC, who mentions that "High-Five" is Mr. Torgue's middle name, following the Flexington tradition of using the grandfather's name as his middle name.

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The [[Borderlands (series)|''Borderlands'' video game series]] by [[Gearbox Software]] features a number of characters.

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==Playable characters==

===Borderlands===
====Roland====
'''Roland the Soldier''' (voiced by Oliver Tull in the original ''[[Borderlands (video game)|Borderlands]]'' and Markus Lloyd in ''[[Borderlands 2]]'') is among the four playable characters in the original ''Borderlands'', along with Lilith, Mordecai, and Brick. Originally a member of the Atlas Corporation's private army, the Crimson Lance, Roland deserted his post when he attacked a fellow officer, and Atlas has since put out a bounty for his capture.

Roland specializes in the use of combat rifles and shotguns, though he, like all the playable characters, is proficient with all weapons. He can also deploy an automated Scorpio Turret that tracks and fires at enemies while providing an energy barrier to take cover behind. It can be upgraded with a wide range of offensive and defensive abilities that can aid both Roland and his teammates.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Roland is a [[non-player character]]. In the time since the Hyperion Corporation's arrival and invasion of Pandora, Roland has assembled the Crimson Raiders, Pandora's anti-Hyperion resistance that operates from the city of Sanctuary. Roland is initially captured by a local gang of bandits, and the first part of the game is centered around his rescue. Upon rescue, Roland fills the Vault Hunters in on Hyperion's plans and hands out various missions to help the Crimson Raiders with the war effort. During the final assault on Control Core Angel, Roland helps the player in shutting down Angel and retrieving the Vault Key from her, but he is killed by Handsome Jack shortly afterwards.

Roland plays a significant role in the DLC episode ''Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep'' as Tiny Tina personally acts out his character in her ''Bunkers & Badasses'' campaign as "The White Knight". This is slowly revealed over time to be Tina's way of coping over Roland's death, and she is eventually able to come to terms with the loss of her friend by the end of her campaign.

====Lilith====
'''Lilith the Siren''' (voiced by [[Colleen Clinkenbeard]], portrayed live-action in ''Borderlands 2'' by Yasemin Arselan) is the second playable character in the first ''Borderlands''. She is a Siren, one of six women in the universe that are born with mystical powers and recognized by various tattoos on their body. Lilith is wanted by Atlas for "conspiracy, witchcraft, theft, and murder", and her main motive for traveling to Pandora is to learn more about her Siren powers.

Lilith favors weapons with elemental properties (fire, acid, electrical, and explosive), and some of her skills focus on improving her "damage over time" with elements. She can also use her Siren powers to "Phasewalk", an ability that lets her temporarily enter another dimension. When Phasewalking, Lilith is invisible to enemies, moves faster, and cannot be hurt. Warping in and out of dimensions also creates a shockwave that damages nearby enemies.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Lilith is a non-player character. Having faked her death in the early stages of Hyperion's invasion, Lilith initially operates as "The Firehawk", a deadly bounty hunter who makes the local bandits worship and fear her so that the Crimson Raiders can fully focus on Hyperion without their interference. Upon meeting the Vault Hunters, Lilith returns to Sanctuary and provides various missions for them. After the deaths of Angel and Roland, Handsome Jack captures Lilith and forces her to be the catalyst that opens the Vault, which triggers the final series of events in the game's main plot.

====Mordecai====
'''Mordecai the Hunter''' (voiced by [[Julio Cedillo]] in the original ''Borderlands'' and [[Jason Liebrecht]] in ''Borderlands 2'') is a Hunter who travels to Pandora in ''Borderlands'' in search of the Vault, feeling that the universe owes him everything in it. He is always accompanied by his pet Bloodwing, a trained bird-of-prey, and is wanted by Atlas for "poaching and possession of endangered species".

In combat, Mordecai favors using sniper rifles to dispatch enemies from a distance and resorting to revolvers for those who get too close, and his skills generally revolve around increasing his accuracy and range with both weapons. He can also dispatch Bloodwing to attack enemies from a distance, and he can be upgraded to strike multiple enemies and make them drop larger amounts of items.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Mordecai is a non-player character. He serves as a spy in the Crimson Raiders and provides cover fire for the Vault Hunters in several missions. Mordecai's main role in the plot focuses on Hyperion's Wildlife Exploitation Preserve, where his pet Bloodwing is being held captive and experimented on. By the time Bloodwing is found, she has grown to gigantic size and has been brainwashed to attack all intruders, which forces the Vault Hunters to fight her off. Handsome Jack ultimately kills Bloodwing by detonating her collar and blowing her head up, which drives Mordecai into anger. At the end of the game, Mordecai can be seen with an infant Bloodwing hatching from an egg. In the Headhunter add-on, ''Sir Hammerlock vs. The Son of Crawmerax'', it is revealed that he named the new bird Talon.

====Brick====
The largest of the four original Vault Hunters in ''Borderlands'', '''Brick the Berserker''' (voiced by Marcus Mauldin) is wanted by Atlas for "murder and dismemberment of anything that moves". Much of his anger stems from the death of his dog Priscilla, whose paw he wears around his neck.

Brick is classified as a Berserker, a [[Tank (gaming)|tank]]-style character who is strong in melee combat. Though Brick's preferred weapons are explosive weapons and rocket launchers, his main skill is the special ability to temporarily enter "Berserk". In exchange for not being able to fire guns, Brick's melee power vastly increases as he uses both of his fists to punch enemies to death, and he also rapidly regenerates health. Various upgrades focus on increasing his durability and power.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Brick is a non-player character. He is first met as the Slab King, the leader of a large group of bandits. Despite initially being on non-speaking terms with Roland (as Brick's excessive violence proved counterproductive to the Crimson Raiders's goals), Brick eagerly joins the battle for Pandora. An optional series of missions focuses on the bandit town of Lynchwood, where Brick desires vengeance against its corrupt Sheriff for the death of his second dog, Dusty.

===Borderlands 2===
====Axton====
'''Axton the Commando''' (voiced by [[Robert McCollum]]) is a "Commando" who is playable in ''Borderlands 2''. Originally a soldier for the Dahl Corporation, Axton's pursuit of personal glory and disregard for orders got him into trouble with his commanding officer (and wife) Sarah. Rather than make him face a firing squad, Sarah let Axton flee to the border planets, where he lived life as a mercenary. Handsome Jack identified Axton's lust for glory and lured him to Pandora with a radio advertisement calling out for potential Vault Hunters to join Hyperion, where he attempted to kill him and the other Vault Hunters on an exploding train passing through Windshear Wastes so that nobody would open the Vault before him.

Like Roland in the first ''Borderlands'', Axton relies on an automated Sabre Turret to provide cover fire against enemies, and most of his abilities are geared towards upgrading his turret, although some improve the explosive and grenade damage he can inflict. Axton's turret can be armed with additional gun barrels, can detonate upon deployment, or stick to walls and ceilings. One particular skill can even allow two turrets to be deployed at once.

====Maya====
'''Maya the Siren''' (voiced by [[Martha Harms]]) is a playable Siren in ''Borderlands 2''. As a child, she was taken to planet Athenas and raised by monks from the Order of the Impending Storm. As she grew older, Maya realized that the monks were exploiting her Siren powers to maintain control over the planet and left in disgust after killing the head of the Order in anger at being manipulated. Her studies on her powers ultimately led Maya to Pandora and the train to Windshear Wastes.

Maya's abilities revolve around elemental effects as well as crowd control and healing. Her main ability is Phaselock, which suspends and immobilizes enemies in midair and can be upgraded to incorporate a wide variety of abilities, including healing, temporary damage increase, bullet reflection and elemental effects.

====Salvador====
'''Salvador the Gunzerker''' (voiced by [[John Swasey]]) is a playable character in ''Borderlands 2''. He is a Pandoran native from Truxico (like Mordecai) who is recognized for his incredibly muscular and short stature resulting from heavy steroid abuse. When Hyperion invaded his hometown of Ovejas, Salvador tore apart the entire 150-man strike team in its defense. After learning of the Vault's existence from the one Hyperion soldier he spared, Salvador then decided to seek it out for his own entertainment and boarded the train to Windshear Wastes.

Salvador is a "Gunzerker" who resembles Brick from the first game in abilities, but instead of using massive melee power to devastate enemies, Salvador can dual-wield any combination of guns.<ref name="Gamescom 2011: Borderlands 2 First-Look Preview">{{cite web|url=http://gamescom.gamespot.com/story/6329613/gamescom-2011-borderlands-2-first-look-preview|publisher=Gamespot|author=Shaun McInnis|title=Gamescom 2011: Borderlands 2 First-Look Preview|date=August 17, 2011|accessdate=August 27, 2011}}</ref> His skills can be upgraded so that he can throw multiple grenades at once, regenerate massive amounts of health and ammunition, or attract the attention of enemies with a double middle-finger taunt.

====Zer0====
'''Zer0 the Assassin''' (voiced by Michael Turner) is a playable Assassin in ''Borderlands 2'' whose origins and species are completely unknown. It is mentioned that Zer0 came to Pandora seeking a challenge to prove his skills against, which Handsome Jack took advantage of to lure the assassin onto the train to Windshear Wastes. Many of Zer0's lines are spoken in [[haiku]] format, adding to the character's enigmatic presence.

Zer0's main skills are sniping and using a sword for melee attacks. Zer0 is capable of creating a decoy and becoming invisible for a short time, allowing Zer0 to sneak past or attack enemies with a critical hit while they're distracted. Zer0's skills can be upgraded with emphasis on sniping, gaining additional benefits when using the Deception ability or improving melee attacks.

====Gaige====
'''Gaige the Mechromancer''' (voiced by [[Cherami Leigh]]) is the first of the two characters in ''Borderlands 2'' that are purchased as [[downloadable content]], and thus are not initially available in the game. She calls herself a "Mechromancer", whose main ability is to summon a robot dubbed D374-TP "Deathtrap" – a hulking, floating machine made of scrap parts - to attack enemies. Gaige fled to Pandora when Deathtrap accidentally killed one of her competitors during a science fair on her home planet of Eden-5,<ref>{{cite web | title=Mechromancer Echo Log 04 | url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5fcOYNTDcw |publisher=YouTube|accessdate=16 October 2012}}</ref> and was among the Vault Hunters on the train when it crashed into the Windshear Wastes.

Gaige's skill upgrades can be used for a wide array of attacks for Deathtrap (having a mounted laser or performing an Explosive Clap for close-ranged enemies), having her shots bounce off any surface and hit their target, or increasing her attack power at the cost of accuracy.<ref>{{cite web | title=Borderlands 2 - Sir Hammerlock introduces the Mechromancer | url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Av_D14XEUqM |publisher=YouTube|accessdate=16 October 2012}}</ref>

====Krieg====
'''Krieg the Psycho''' (voiced by [[Jason Douglas]]) is the second character that is purchased as downloadable content. He is a bandit-turned-Vault Hunter who was mutated into a Psycho by the Hyperion corporation before escaping.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pcgamer.com/2013/05/14/krieg-the-psychos-genesis-detailed-in-new-dev-diary/ |title=Borderlands 2 Psycho Pack now available, Krieg the Psycho's genesis detailed new dev diary | News |publisher=PC Gamer |date=2013-05-14 |accessdate=2013-08-12}}</ref> Krieg's dialogue mostly consists of various ranting and screaming like the Psychos usually fought as enemies. Occasionally, though, a quieter voice can be heard from inside Krieg's head that seems able to guide Krieg into some level of relative self-control (implied to be the original personality that inhabited the body). In the short trailer ''A Meat Bicycle Built For Two'', Krieg stumbles onto Maya while she's waiting for the train to Windshear Wastes, and while his inner voice recognizes her as a Siren, Maya only recognizes him as a threat. Eventually, Krieg is given enough mental incentive to protect Maya from a pack of [[cannibalism|cannibal]] Rats, and Maya lets him follow her onto the train.<ref>{{cite web | title=Borderlands 2 - Krieg: A Meat Bicycle Built For Two | url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZqmQT89kqU |publisher=YouTube|accessdate=31 May 2013}}</ref>

Marketed as a playable version of the common Psycho enemy, his action skill allows him to use an iconic Buzz Axe to go on a rampage, dealing highly increased melee damage and refilling his health entirely after each kill. He can develop his skills to deal tremendous melee damage, gain buffs from slaughtering foes, or empower his attacks - and himself - with various flame-based perks. He is a risk-vs-reward character, as many of his abilities have negative effects, but also give Krieg the potential for tremendous damage output against enemies.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/05/06/borderlands-2-psycho-class-release-date-announced |title=Borderlands 2 Psycho Class Release Date Announced |publisher=IGN |date= |accessdate=2013-08-12}}</ref>

===Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!===
====Athena====
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'''Athena the Gladiator''', (voiced by [[Lydia McKay]]) is a former assassin of Atlas who first appeared as a non-playable character in the ''Borderlands'' DLC ''The Secret Armory of General Knoxx''. Athena defected out of disgust for their military practices, and soon enlisted the help of Roland, Lilith, Mordecai and Brick to quell the incoming assault by Atlas on Pandora. She was however captured by the convict Mr. Shank and brought to Lockdown Palace. After being saved by the Vault Hunters, she instructs them to destroy the Atlas armory using a detonator that she built and an access code left behind by a Crimson Lance soldier at the World's Largest Bullet. She later appears in the ending cutscene watching the armory's destruction, and can be found in T-Bone Junction afterwards.

She is a playable character in ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]'' and the game's narrator. Her action skill is her Kinetic Aspis, a shield that can absorb incoming damage and be thrown to inflict said damage at enemies. Her skills primarily revolve around defense and healing, melee damage and elemental damage with a focus on incendiary and shock damage.

====Wilhelm====
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'''Wilhelm''', the Enforcer''', (voiced by [[Bryan Massey]]) is a giant Hyperion cyborg who appears in ''Borderlands 2'' as a boss and Handsome Jack's enforcer. He is first heard in an ECHO recording where he helps Jack massacre the people of New Haven, and is alluded to by Angel when Hyperion forces arrive at the Bloodshot Stronghold to capture Roland. Wilhelm makes his first physical appearance when he ambushes the Vault Hunters of ''Borderlands 2'' as they attempt to steal the Vault Key from a train, but he is killed in the ensuing battle. Up to the point of his death Wilhelm is portrayed as an unbeatable villain, but at the time of the battle he is defeated with relative ease. The reason for this is that Wilhelm was poisoned by Jack to fool the Vault Hunters into using a false power core that later provides problems for Sanctuary.

Wilhelm appears as a playable character in ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]'', where he still displays a more human appearance at first, but as he levels up, he can invest in skills that supply his body with mechanical implants that give him a more robotic appearance over time, acting much like a playable version of the Engineer enemies from ''[[Borderlands 2]]''. He can also summon a pair of flying surveyor robots named Wolf and Saint, who attack enemies and defend Wilhelm, respectively.

====Nisha====
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'''Nisha''', the Lawbringer''', (voiced by [[Stephanie Young]]) also known as '''The Sheriff of Lynchwood''', is a minor antagonist in ''Borderlands 2'', and Handsome Jack's girlfriend at the time. Styling herself as a cowboy, she torments the residents of the town of Lynchwood for her own personal amusement. She also helped Handsome Jack subjugate the town of New Haven, and was responsible for capturing Brick and "breaking" him by killing his pet puppy Dusty. After Brick sends the Vault Hunters on several missions to get her attention, she finally duels them herself, but is killed. Jack will then appear and note his surprise at feeling angry about Nisha's death.

She is set to be a playable character in ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''. Throughout the game, Handsome Jack will develop an attraction to her which will culminate in their relationship seen in ''Borderlands 2''. She can enter a state called "Showdown" in which the game will automatically aim at enemies for the player, most of her skills revolve around increasing her damage output, to the point where she can place bombs inside enemies to detonate once she exits Showdown and she can duplicate pistols to dual-wield, similar to ''Borderlands 2'''s Salvador.

====Claptrap====
'''Claptrap''', the "Fragtrap"''', (voiced by David Eddings) is a supporting non-player character in ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2'' and a playable character in ''Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!''. Claptrap is a yellow '''CL4P-TP Steward Bot''', Hyperion-manufactured work robots that are frequently found in populated areas and guarding access points between different regions of Pandora. Claptrap first appears in ''Borderlands'', and greets the Vault Hunters when they first arrive on Pandora. At the end of the game, Hyperion remotely reprograms Claptrap into the "Interplanetary Ninja Assassin Claptrap". As revealed in the DLC episode ''Claptrap's New Robot Revolution'', Interplanetary Ninja Assassin Claptrap's original goal was to eliminate the Vault Hunters, but it instead took offense at the planetwide mistreatment of CL4P-TP robots and assembled them into an army with which to overthrow the humans, even going so far as to "claptrap" the various bandits and wildlife to further bolster their ranks. With some help from Hyperion, the Vault Hunters defeat the uprising and reset Claptrap back to his original CL4P-TP programming, but the second game shows that Claptrap has retained some of the more positive effects of his re-programming, such as free will and self-awareness.

In ''Borderlands 2'', the CL4P-TP product line is discontinued and all surviving CL4P-TP models have been destroyed by order of Handsome Jack. Only Claptrap himself manages to escape destruction and hides in Windshear Wastes, where it meets the Vault Hunters shortly after they survive the train crash. Claptrap helps guide the Vault Hunters to the city of Sanctuary and plays a role in infiltrating Control Core Angel and the Vault's dig site, as well as provides several smaller missions of various importance, some of which allude to the fact that, despite his cheery voice, Claptrap is actually in the throes of depression, such as how he knows that Bullymong fur is great for absorbing "robot tears" and likening his depression to a "Christmas sweater" that "smells like cookies and tears."

In ''Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!'', Claptrap is sent to liberate Pandora's moon Elpis under the command of Handsome Jack along with the
other playable characters. He has the ability to run a beta version of a program (classified in-game as malware) called "VaultHunter.EXE" which temporarily grants him one of several special abilities, many of which are based on other playable characters in the series, and many of his skills focus on improving the program through various means in addition to explosive damage and cooperative gameplay as well as giving Claptrap skills that heal him and his friends, becoming the team's de facto medic. the game also explains the beginning of Claptrap's depression (his realization that Hyperion is actively trying to suppress his growing free will being one such catalyst). The game also reveals that Claptrap, like other CL4P-TP units (and robots in general) feels pain in slow motion and with greater intensity than humans do.

Most people on Pandora find the CL4P-TP robots annoying due to their smart-aleck personalities and eccentric behaviors, while bandits take particular dislike of CL4P-TP robots and frequently use them for target-practice. In ''Borderlands'', some of the severely-damaged CL4P-TP robots will ask the Vault Hunters to repair them in exchange for valuable items.

Claptrap is also used as a promotional [[mascot]] character for the ''Borderlands'' franchise. It hosts the ''Claptrap Web Series'', a collection of [[machinima]] shorts produced by Gearbox Software to promote the series, and appears in ''[[Poker Night 2]]'' as one of the special guest players.

===="Handsome Jack"====
'''"Handsome Jack"''', the Doppelganger''', is the first announced DLC character for ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''. Originally, he was a Handsome Jack body double that the Vault Hunters were asked by Angel to kill in a mission from [[Borderlands 2]]. His Action Skill, Expendable Assets, which was revealed through a leaked photo, can be used to summon several digital copies of himself to fight for him, similar to the real Jack's ability in Borderlands 2.

==Recurring characters==
===Primary antagonists===
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====Commandant Steele====
'''Commandant Helga Steele''' (voiced by [[Lani Minella]]) is the main antagonist of ''Borderlands'' and a Siren like Lilith. As a commanding officer of the Crimson Lance's D Company, 3rd Starborne Brigade, Steele is in charge of maintaining the Atlas Corporation's control over Pandora and the alien technologies hidden throughout the planet. Throughout the game, Steele frequently demands that the Vault Hunters turn over the Vault Key to her and leave the planet. As the plot progresses, her demands get more direct, and Steele eventually declares martial law on Pandora as she sends her soldiers to stop the Vault Hunters. After stealing the completed Vault Key from Tannis, Steele leads the Crimson Lance to the Vault and opens it, only to be promptly impaled by The Destroyer as it awakens.

Steele's death throws Atlas's control over Pandora into chaos, and her superior officer '''General Knoxx''' (believed to be voiced by Stan Robak) is sent to restore order to the planet, as seen in the DLC campaign ''The Secret Armory of General Knoxx''. However, Knoxx's disdain for his assignment and Atlas's military practices in general drives him to the brink of suicide until the Vault Hunters arrive to raid his weapon stockpile, which gives Knoxx an excuse to die in proper combat instead. Both Steele and Knoxx return as bosses in the DLC campaign ''Claptrap's New Robot Revolution'', having been revived and "claptrapped" to serve the Claptrap army in overthrowing the humans.

====Handsome Jack====
'''Handsome Jack''' (voiced by [[Dameon Clarke]]) is the main antagonist in ''Borderlands 2'' and ''Tales from the Borderlands'', named for the attractive mask that covers his scarred and disfigured face marked with a vault symbol. Originally a minor employee of the Hyperion Corporation, Jack was the first to learn of the Vault on Pandora and manipulated the events of the first ''Borderlands'' game to have it opened, then stole all of the credit for finding it (even going so far as to claim responsibility for killing The Destroyer). After staking his claim on the Eridium ore that grew through the planet from the Vault's opening, Jack became the President of Hyperion and began his campaign to conquer the savage planet and bring "civilized" corporate control to Pandora as its "benevolent" dictator.

As ''Borderlands 2'' begins, Handsome Jack has already established all-but-total control over Pandora. Among such acts as destroying the town of New Haven, annexing Fyrestone, and beginning construction of Hyperion's corporate capital of Opportunity, he has set up a geostationary Moonbase (in the shape of an 'H') in the Lagrange point between Pandora and Pandora's geostationary moon, which acts as an homage to his ego and as a supply base from which he can send supplies, troops and artillery fire down to Pandora. The Moonbase also has a lens that allows Jack to keep an eye on the Vault Hunters at all times, which he shows off frequently by taunting and insulting them throughout their adventure, after Angel's death, however, Jack drops his arrogant facade and reveals his true personality: that of a cruel, childish, and petty dictator with a pathological hatred of all life on Pandora native or otherwise (possibly stemming from his life with an apparently abusive grandmother).

Jack's ultimate goal is to find the second Vault on Pandora and open it to release an ancient alien Warrior that will enable him to burn away everything on Pandora that opposes him. After stealing the Vault Key from Tannis, Jack uses his Siren daughter Angel to charge the key by pumping her full of Eridium ore. Angel tries to stop Jack's plans by getting the Vault Hunters to kill her, but Jack retaliates by kidnapping Lilith and making her finish the process. At the end of the game, Jack succeeds in releasing The Warrior, but it is killed by the Vault Hunters and Jack himself is finally silenced for good in the middle of delivering a hateful rant in which he attempts to justify his actions (which ends up sounding much like a child throwing a tantrum), but he can also be killed by Lilith if he is allowed to finish, which will reveal that his face is scarred with burns, cuts, and a Vault symbol, as well as the fact that he is blind in one eye.

Jack appears in ''Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!'' at first as a protagonist, and later as a [[Byronic]] protagonist. At this point, Jack is still a lowly programmer working on Helios, the Hyperion space station later seen as the giant 'H' shaped moonbase and is currently under siege by the Lost Legion, a group of ex-Dahl soldiers led jointly by Tungsteena Zarpedon and a female Eridan. He hires Wilhelm, Nisha, Athena, and Claptrap to help him fight off the invasion and sends them to Elpis to stop a jamming signal set by the Lost Legion. As time goes on, Jack makes more and more questionable choices and eventually outright decides to seize power using the eye of the Destroyer embedded in Helios. He is stopped by Lilith, who burns a Vault Symbol into his face with an artifact found in the Elpis Vault. Jack is driven mad by the pain and the visions the artifact gave him and declares vengeance on all of Pandora. It is then that he became Handsome Jack, setting the stage for ''Borderlands 2''

===Supporting characters===
====Angel====
'''Angel''', (voiced by Jennifer Green, portrayed live-action by Brittani Johnson, and voiced as a child in ''Borderlands 2'' by [[Brina Palencia]]) known through Pandora as the '''Guardian Angel''', is initially thought to be an A.I. (Artificial Intelligence) who guides the Vault Hunters in both ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2''. She appears as a woman with pale skin, black hair and piercing blue eyes. She appears in the opening cutscene of the first ''Borderlands'', where she tells the Vault Hunters to listen to her if they want to open the Vault. Throughout the game, Angel provides advice and encouragement to help the Vault Hunters achieve this goal. However, Angel's true origin is hinted in the ending as her image fades to the shot of a Hyperion satellite in orbit.

Unknown to the Vault Hunters at the time, Angel was in reality working for Handsome Jack as part of his long-term plan to conquer Pandora. In ''Borderlands 2'', Angel initially appears to the new Vault Hunters with the same role to encourage and guide them towards their goal. However, her true role as Handsome Jack's servant is revealed when she reluctantly hacks into Sanctuary's systems and disables the shields, allowing Jack to blast the city apart from his Moonbase. Only Lilith's powers allows the city to escape Jack's wrath as it reveals its true form as a mining ship and flies away into the sky, where it remains for the rest of the game opposite the Moonbase.

No longer willing to betray any more innocent lives to Jack in the wake of his attack on Sanctuary, Angel aids the Vault Hunters in defeating him after revealing that she has the Vault Key needed to open the Vault. After extensive preparation and conflict, the Vault Hunters and Roland enter into Control Core Angel, where it is revealed that Angel is not an A.I., but is a Siren and Handsome Jack's daughter. She demands that the Vault Hunters kill her by cutting off her Eridium supply so that Jack cannot finish charging the Vault Key. Once done, Angel dies from Eridium withdrawal, her final words to Jack being "You're an asshole."

====Marcus Kincaid====
'''Marcus Kincaid''' (voiced by Bruce DuBose) is a merchant and entrepreneur who runs Marcus Munitions, Pandora's leading supplier of guns. With little morals to speak of, Marcus is always on the look out for new ways to make some profits, regardless of who or what gets involved. He is also one of Mad Moxxi's ex-husbands and sometimes shows signs that he misses her. Marcus runs the gun-dispensing vending machines in ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2'', as well a bus service in ''Borderlands'' that brings the Vault Hunters to the town of Fyrestone in the beginning of the game. He is also the series's narrator, and many of the DLC campaigns humorously involve him conversing with his audience, a young orphan, about the meaning of the story or trivial matters such as swearing. It is also revealed in the "Captain Scarlett and her Pirate's Booty" DLC, that the reason Marcus is telling the story to the orphan is so that the boy (who is learning good story structure) can take over as the narrator once Marcus dies.

====Dr. Zed====
'''Dr. Zed''' (voiced by Ric Spiegel) is Pandora's leading (and only) medical practitioner, despite the fact that he technically isn't a real doctor and can be somewhat shady with his requests. He appears in ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2'' as a supplier of various missions. He mainly operates in Fyrestone and provides some of the earliest missions in ''Borderlands'' to introduce the basic gameplay. In ''Borderlands 2'', he moves his operations to Sanctuary following Hyperion's takeover of Fyrestone.

Dr. Zed's brother, '''Dr. Ned''', (also voiced by Ric Spiegel) appears as the villain of ''The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned'', the first DLC campaign of the original ''Borderlands''. Physically-identical to Dr. Zed save for a tacky mustache inexplicibly growing over his surgical mask, Dr. Ned creates a zombie apocalypse in the far-off region of Jakobs Cove. Dr. Ned later returns in ''Claptrap's New Robot Revolution'' as one of the revived and "claptrapped" soldiers of the Claptrap army.

====T.K. Baha====
'''T.K. Baha''' (voiced by David Eddings) is a crochety-but-optimistic old hermit who lives in the Arid Badlands. Originally a gun designer, he and his wife moved to Pandora following Hyperion's hostile acquisition of his work. Not long afterwards, T.K. lost his wife, his eyesight, and his leg (and later the prosthetic to replace it) to a giant skag named Scar. Regardless, T.K. never loses his upbeat personality, even when bandits hang him by his own leg and leave him to die. In ''The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned'', T.K. returns as one of the reanimated zombies in Jakobs Cove, and can be fed brains from killed zombies as part of an optional series of missions.

In ''Borderlands 2'', T.K.'s niece '''Una Baha''' (voiced by [[Luci Christian]]) asks the Vault Hunters to recover evidence that Hyperion stole T.K.'s gun designs so she can sue them, and the player can decide to send the evidence to either Una or Hyperion for different rewards. T.K. himself (still a zombie) also appears in the DLC mini-chapter ''T.K. Baha's Bloody Harvest'' as a mission provider.

====Dr. Patricia Tannis====
'''Dr. Patricia Tannis''' (voiced by Colleen Clinkenbeard) is an egocentric, anti-social and mentally-unstable researcher who lives on Pandora. She was originally sent to Pandora by the Dahl Corporation to study rumors of the Vault's existence. Despite initial skepticism, Tannis's belief in the Vault grew stronger as her sanity dwindled due to exposure to the alien ruins, the death of her entire research team, and the mounting hardships of living on Pandora. When Dahl was forced to leave Pandora, Tannis chose to stay behind so she could find the Vault and keep its discovery all to herself.

In ''Borderlands'', Commandant Steele manipulates Tannis into giving them information regarding the Vault, then locks her in a Crimson Lance prison after stealing the completed Vault Key from her. After killing The Destroyer, the Vault Hunters are tasked to return the Vault Key to Tannis, which she keeps until Hyperion tortures her into giving it to Handsome Jack. By the time of ''Borderlands 2'', Tannis has been moved to Sanctuary for her own safety.

====Scooter====
'''Scooter''' (voiced by Michael Neumann) is an exceptional mechanic despite his appearance and mannerisms being more akin to the common "redneck". He maintains the Catch-A-Ride units, which the Vault Hunters can use to summon vehicles for faster travel across Pandora, and will also provide various side-missions. His mother is Mad Moxxi, whom he is very protective of when the topic of her various husbands, boyfriends, and one-night stands come up. His overprotectiveness has had some serious consequences, however, the most egregious being his murder of ''Borderlands'' NPC Lucky Zaford, which indirectly reignited tensions between the Zaford family and the Hodunk family, which Scooter once belonged to. In ''Borderlands 2'', Scooter's sister '''Ellie''' (voiced by [[Jamie Marchi]]) is introduced as the very generously-proportioned owner and mechanic of the local junkyard.

====Mad Moxxi====
'''Mad Moxxi''' (voiced by Brina Palencia) is first introduced in the ''Borderlands'' DLC episode ''Mad Moxxi's Underdome Riot'' as the owner and host of Pandora's biggest fighting arena, the Underdome. Having been a skilled fighter in her earlier years, Moxxi loves violence and combat, and she especially loves being at the center of it all. Her sense of modesty definitely isn't what Moxxi is known for, though, as she has had several husbands, lovers both male and female, and innumerable affairs. Despite this, Moxxi is surprisingly refined in her tastes and mannerisms, always speaking with a seductive tone and an innuendo soon following. She can also be quite caring and sympathetic, especially in regards to her children and others close to her.

She appears again in the third DLC episode ''The Secret Armory of General Knoxx'', running a bar called Moxxi's Red Light where Athena takes refuge in and instructs the Vault Hunters to meet her at. By the time the Vault Hunters arrive, however, Athena has already been taken hostage by Moxxi's second husband Mr. Shank. Moxxi reveals what happened and helps the Vault Hunters locate and rescue Athena in Lockdown Palace. When Shank is killed in the process, however, she is stricken with grief over the death of her ex-husband, and tearfully begins making funeral plans as the Vault Hunters are making their way out of the prison.

In ''Borderlands 2'', more of Moxxi's life and family is revealed. Moxxi and her children (including Scooter and Ellie) originally grew up in the hillbilly Hodunk Clan out in the desert but left when she refused to let Ellie become the clan-wife. Moxxi was also involved with Mordecai for a time after the first game until she dumped him for Handsome Jack, though she dumped Jack when she saw just how much of a despot he really was. Jack burned down Moxxi's Underdome shortly afterwards, leaving her bitter and itching for revenge as she relocated to Sanctuary and became the owner of the local bar. She gets her revenge when she hires the Vault Hunters to kill Jack's foreman in Opportunity and flood the building site, which causes Jack to angrily call Moxxi a "bitch".

During the DLC ''Mr. Torgue's Campaign of Carnage'', which takes place during the events of ''Borderlands 2'', Moxxi acts as the Vault Hunters' sponsor in an effort to claim Mr. Torgue's arena and rebuild the Underdome. She first appears as the hostage of arena contender Pyro Pete, although it is unknown how she ended in his custody, and once rescued, helps the Vault Hunters hunt down her cannibalistic ex-girlfriend Motor Momma. She also attempts to talk the Vault Hunters out of murdering a man whom she had sexual affairs with and whom Scooter had ordered the Vault Hunters to eliminate, although whether or not the murder is carried out is up to the discretion of the player.

She later appears as the host of the penultimate DLC ''Mad Moxxi and the Wedding Day Massacre'', where she attempts to end the feud between the Hodunks and their Irish-inspired rivals, the Zafords, by having the Vault Hunters concoct a potion that will make a pair of goliaths, one from each clan, fall in love. The potion works, but the goliaths enter their berserk state soon after and are killed by the Vault Hunters in the ensuing battle. The Hodunks and Zafords then band together and declare war against Moxxi.

In Zoomin.TV Games' "Top 5 MILFs in Gaming" video, Mad Moxxi was awarded first place, calling the character "mad as a box of squirrels and equally as alluring, Mad Moxxi is unquestionably gaming's number one MILF," also showing players how to get under the ''Borderlands 2'' map to get an upskirt view of Moxxi in the bar.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I44O2Yiwm80 Top 5 MILFs in Gaming - YouTube.com]</ref>

====Tiny Tina====
'''Tiny Tina''' (voiced by [[Ashly Burch]]) is a young and very mentally-unstable explosives-and-demolitions expert who is introduced in ''Borderlands 2'' as "the world's deadliest 13-year-old". Tiny Tina's demolitions expertise is first called into action when the Vault Hunters are tasked with stopping a Hyperion supply train believed to be carrying the Vault Key. With that objective in sight, Tina sets the Vault Hunters to the task of finding two "suicide-toy" rockets and set them on target. Her collaboration with the Vault Hunters continues when Tina has them gather items and guests for a "very special" tea party involving a bandit leader named Flesh-Stick, who had indirectly killed Tina's parents by selling them to Hyperion. Recordings can be found in the Animal Exploitation Annex that show that Tina's parents where experimented on and tortured to death on Handsome Jacks orders. Tina escapes when her parents tell her to throw the grenade they hid in her dress.

In the DLC episode ''Mr. Torgue's Campaign of Carnage'', Tiny Tina is hired by Moxxi to be the Vault Hunters' trainer and guide them to win Torgue's tournament. In ''Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep'', Tina hosts a game of "Bunkers and Badasses", a tabletop role-playing parody of ''[[Dungeons & Dragons]]'', and invites the Vault Hunters, Lilith, Mordecai, and Brick to play with her. In the occasion, it is shown how much Tina was attached to Roland, and how difficult it was for her to cope with his death.

====Sir Hammerlock====
'''Sir Hammerlock''' (voiced by [[J. Michael Tatum]]) is introduced in ''Borderlands 2''. He is a hunter who dresses in a ragged, futuristic version of a Victorian adventurer's outfit, with a slouch hat, a broken pair of glasses that looks like a monocle, and a robotic right eye, arm, and leg. The artificial appendages are prosthetics acquired as replacements for limbs lost during a particularly nasty encounter with a massive thresher named "Old Slappy" some years earlier, whom he later has the Vault Hunters hunt and kill. He becomes an early ally of the Vault Hunters when the game first begins and offers some starting mission to introduce the gameplay to new players.

Hammerlock is also a central figure in the third DLC campaign, ''Sir Hammerlock's Big Game Hunt'', where he invites the Vault Hunters to the continent of Aegrus for a hunting safari. While there, Hammerlock and the Vault Hunters stumble upon the plans of the mad Hyperion researcher Professor Nakayama and set out to foil his plans to clone Handsome Jack (if only so that Nakayama will stop whining and begging them to fight him). He give side missions in the DLC for the Vault Hunters to hunt rare variants of familiar and unfamiliar creatures.

====Captain Scarlett====
'''Captain Scarlett''' (voiced by Colleen Clinkenbeard) is the titular NPC of ''Captain Scarlett and Her Pirate's Booty'', the first DLC episode for ''Borderlands 2''. Being a pirate, she is extremely untrustworthy, but ironically also suffers from an honesty streak that makes her blatantly tell her enemies of her treacherous intents. Occasionally, Scarlett can be truly devious, but that usually results from forgetfulness, poor planning, or just bad luck.

Throughout the DLC, Scarlett seeks the lost treasure of the sand pirate Captain Blade and enlists the Vault Hunters to help assemble a compass that will reveal its location. After dealing with water-stealing sand pirates, rogue Hyperion robots, and a smelly Scarlett-obsessed hermit named Herbert while searching for the compass pieces, the Vault Hunters and Scarlett are attacked by the guardian of the lost treasure, the Leviathan. Scarlett chooses this time to make good on her threats to betray her allies and fights the Vault Hunters from atop her pet rakk hive Roscoe, but she escapes once Roscoe is killed. The player then has the choice of taking her pistol, which she dropped during her escape.

====Mr. Torgue====
'''Mister Torgue High-Five Flexington''' (voiced by [[Chris Rager]]) is the eponymous NPC of ''Mr. Torgue's Campaign of Carnage'', the second DLC for ''Borderlands 2'', and the 43-year-old founder (and former president) of the weapons manufacturer Torgue (which he sold to Anton Smith for "twelve dollars and a high five"). He is known for being very loud, over-the-top, and prone to pointless tangents, which greatly annoys his shareholders, yet he is also shown to have a large vocabulary and is an avid feminist.

Having discovered a new Vault on Pandora buried in the Badass Crater of Badassitude that will only open "once the champion of Pandora feeds it the blood of the ultimate coward", Mr. Torgue set up his Campaign of Carnage as a tournament to find this champion and open the Vault. Though he features heavily in the DLC, Torgue himself does not appear "in the flesh" except in the introductory movie. He instead relays running commentary from his "space-truck" in deep orbit around Pandora.

Mr. Torgue is featured in the DLC ''Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep'' in person, where it is revealed that "Mister Torgue" is his first name, and Flexington is his last. He also admits to being an avid lover of Sci-Fi, fantasy, Unicorns, and *BLEEP* (in that order), and even breaks down in sobs when he is not allowed to play at first.

In the DLC mini-episode ''The Horrendous Hunger of the Wattle Gobbler'', Mr. Torgue hosts a competition challenging Pandora to defeat a giant turkey monster called the Wattle Gobbler, which the Torgue Corporation's President Smith has rigged to be unwinnable. Instead, Mr. Torgue works with the Vault Hunters to weaken the Wattle Gobbler enough to kill it and he is fired as a result, he then ends up going to work for Moxxi. Mr. Torgue's Grandma Flexington also appears in the DLC, who mentions that "High-Five" is Mr. Torgue's middle name, following the Flexington tradition of using the grandfather's name as his middle name.

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The [[Borderlands (series)|''Borderlands'' video game series]] by [[Gearbox Software]] features a number of characters.

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==Playable characters==

===Borderlands===
====Roland====
'''Roland the Soldier''' (voiced by Oliver Tull in the original ''[[Borderlands (video game)|Borderlands]]'' and Markus Lloyd in ''[[Borderlands 2]]'') is among the four playable characters in the original ''Borderlands'', along with Lilith, Mordecai, and Brick. Originally a member of the Atlas Corporation's private army, the Crimson Lance, Roland deserted his post when he attacked a fellow officer, and Atlas has since put out a bounty for his capture.

Roland specializes in the use of combat rifles and shotguns, though he, like all the playable characters, is proficient with all weapons. He can also deploy an automated Scorpio Turret that tracks and fires at enemies while providing an energy barrier to take cover behind. It can be upgraded with a wide range of offensive and defensive abilities that can aid both Roland and his teammates.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Roland is a [[non-player character]]. In the time since the Hyperion Corporation's arrival and invasion of Pandora, Roland has assembled the Crimson Raiders, Pandora's anti-Hyperion resistance that operates from the city of Sanctuary. Roland is initially captured by a local gang of bandits, and the first part of the game is centered around his rescue. Upon rescue, Roland fills the Vault Hunters in on Hyperion's plans and hands out various missions to help the Crimson Raiders with the war effort. During the final assault on Control Core Angel, Roland helps the player in shutting down Angel and retrieving the Vault Key from her, but he is killed by Handsome Jack shortly afterwards.

Roland plays a significant role in the DLC episode ''Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep'' as Tiny Tina personally acts out his character in her ''Bunkers & Badasses'' campaign as "The White Knight". This is slowly revealed over time to be Tina's way of coping over Roland's death, and she is eventually able to come to terms with the loss of her friend by the end of her campaign.

====Lilith====
'''Lilith the Siren''' (voiced by [[Colleen Clinkenbeard]], portrayed live-action in ''Borderlands 2'' by Yasemin Arselan) is the second playable character in the first ''Borderlands''. She is a Siren, one of six women in the universe that are born with mystical powers and recognized by various tattoos on their body. Lilith is wanted by Atlas for "conspiracy, witchcraft, theft, and murder", and her main motive for traveling to Pandora is to learn more about her Siren powers.

Lilith favors weapons with elemental properties (fire, acid, electrical, and explosive), and some of her skills focus on improving her "damage over time" with elements. She can also use her Siren powers to "Phasewalk", an ability that lets her temporarily enter another dimension. When Phasewalking, Lilith is invisible to enemies, moves faster, and cannot be hurt. Warping in and out of dimensions also creates a shockwave that damages nearby enemies.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Lilith is a non-player character. Having faked her death in the early stages of Hyperion's invasion, Lilith initially operates as "The Firehawk", a deadly bounty hunter who makes the local bandits worship and fear her so that the Crimson Raiders can fully focus on Hyperion without their interference. Upon meeting the Vault Hunters, Lilith returns to Sanctuary and provides various missions for them. After the deaths of Angel and Roland, Handsome Jack captures Lilith and forces her to be the catalyst that opens the Vault, which triggers the final series of events in the game's main plot.

====Mordecai====
'''Mordecai the Hunter''' (voiced by [[Julio Cedillo]] in the original ''Borderlands'' and [[Jason Liebrecht]] in ''Borderlands 2'') is a Hunter who travels to Pandora in ''Borderlands'' in search of the Vault, feeling that the universe owes him everything in it. He is always accompanied by his pet Bloodwing, a trained bird-of-prey, and is wanted by Atlas for "poaching and possession of endangered species".

In combat, Mordecai favors using sniper rifles to dispatch enemies from a distance and resorting to revolvers for those who get too close, and his skills generally revolve around increasing his accuracy and range with both weapons. He can also dispatch Bloodwing to attack enemies from a distance, and he can be upgraded to strike multiple enemies and make them drop larger amounts of items.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Mordecai is a non-player character. He serves as a spy in the Crimson Raiders and provides cover fire for the Vault Hunters in several missions. Mordecai's main role in the plot focuses on Hyperion's Wildlife Exploitation Preserve, where his pet Bloodwing is being held captive and experimented on. By the time Bloodwing is found, she has grown to gigantic size and has been brainwashed to attack all intruders, which forces the Vault Hunters to fight her off. Handsome Jack ultimately kills Bloodwing by detonating her collar and blowing her head up, which drives Mordecai into anger. At the end of the game, Mordecai can be seen with an infant Bloodwing hatching from an egg. In the Headhunter add-on, ''Sir Hammerlock vs. The Son of Crawmerax'', it is revealed that he named the new bird Talon.

====Brick====
The largest of the four original Vault Hunters in ''Borderlands'', '''Brick the Berserker''' (voiced by Marcus Mauldin) is wanted by Atlas for "murder and dismemberment of anything that moves". Much of his anger stems from the death of his dog Priscilla, whose paw he wears around his neck.

Brick is classified as a Berserker, a [[Tank (gaming)|tank]]-style character who is strong in melee combat. Though Brick's preferred weapons are explosive weapons and rocket launchers, his main skill is the special ability to temporarily enter "Berserk". In exchange for not being able to fire guns, Brick's melee power vastly increases as he uses both of his fists to punch enemies to death, and he also rapidly regenerates health. Various upgrades focus on increasing his durability and power.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Brick is a non-player character. He is first met as the Slab King, the leader of a large group of bandits. Despite initially being on non-speaking terms with Roland (as Brick's excessive violence proved counterproductive to the Crimson Raiders's goals), Brick eagerly joins the battle for Pandora. An optional series of missions focuses on the bandit town of Lynchwood, where Brick desires vengeance against its corrupt Sheriff for the death of his second dog, Dusty.

===Borderlands 2===
====Axton====
'''Axton the Commando''' (voiced by [[Robert McCollum]]) is a "Commando" who is playable in ''Borderlands 2''. Originally a soldier for the Dahl Corporation, Axton's pursuit of personal glory and disregard for orders got him into trouble with his commanding officer (and wife) Sarah. Rather than make him face a firing squad, Sarah let Axton flee to the border planets, where he lived life as a mercenary. Handsome Jack identified Axton's lust for glory and lured him to Pandora with a radio advertisement calling out for potential Vault Hunters to join Hyperion, where he attempted to kill him and the other Vault Hunters on an exploding train passing through Windshear Wastes so that nobody would open the Vault before him.

Like Roland in the first ''Borderlands'', Axton relies on an automated Sabre Turret to provide cover fire against enemies, and most of his abilities are geared towards upgrading his turret, although some improve the explosive and grenade damage he can inflict. Axton's turret can be armed with additional gun barrels, can detonate upon deployment, or stick to walls and ceilings. One particular skill can even allow two turrets to be deployed at once.

====Maya====
'''Maya the Siren''' (voiced by [[Martha Harms]]) is a playable Siren in ''Borderlands 2''. As a child, she was taken to planet Athenas and raised by monks from the Order of the Impending Storm. As she grew older, Maya realized that the monks were exploiting her Siren powers to maintain control over the planet and left in disgust after killing the head of the Order in anger at being manipulated. Her studies on her powers ultimately led Maya to Pandora and the train to Windshear Wastes.

Maya's abilities revolve around elemental effects as well as crowd control and healing. Her main ability is Phaselock, which suspends and immobilizes enemies in midair and can be upgraded to incorporate a wide variety of abilities, including healing, temporary damage increase, bullet reflection and elemental effects.

====Salvador====
'''Salvador the Gunzerker''' (voiced by [[John Swasey]]) is a playable character in ''Borderlands 2''. He is a Pandoran native from Truxico (like Mordecai) who is recognized for his incredibly muscular and short stature resulting from heavy steroid abuse. When Hyperion invaded his hometown of Ovejas, Salvador tore apart the entire 150-man strike team in its defense. After learning of the Vault's existence from the one Hyperion soldier he spared, Salvador then decided to seek it out for his own entertainment and boarded the train to Windshear Wastes.

Salvador is a "Gunzerker" who resembles Brick from the first game in abilities, but instead of using massive melee power to devastate enemies, Salvador can dual-wield any combination of guns.<ref name="Gamescom 2011: Borderlands 2 First-Look Preview">{{cite web|url=http://gamescom.gamespot.com/story/6329613/gamescom-2011-borderlands-2-first-look-preview|publisher=Gamespot|author=Shaun McInnis|title=Gamescom 2011: Borderlands 2 First-Look Preview|date=August 17, 2011|accessdate=August 27, 2011}}</ref> His skills can be upgraded so that he can throw multiple grenades at once, regenerate massive amounts of health and ammunition, or attract the attention of enemies with a double middle-finger taunt.

====Zer0====
'''Zer0 the Assassin''' (voiced by Michael Turner) is a playable Assassin in ''Borderlands 2'' whose origins and species are completely unknown. It is mentioned that Zer0 came to Pandora seeking a challenge to prove his skills against, which Handsome Jack took advantage of to lure the assassin onto the train to Windshear Wastes. Many of Zer0's lines are spoken in [[haiku]] format, adding to the character's enigmatic presence.

Zer0's main skills are sniping and using a sword for melee attacks. Zer0 is capable of creating a decoy and becoming invisible for a short time, allowing Zer0 to sneak past or attack enemies with a critical hit while they're distracted. Zer0's skills can be upgraded with emphasis on sniping, gaining additional benefits when using the Deception ability or improving melee attacks.

====Gaige====
'''Gaige the Mechromancer''' (voiced by [[Cherami Leigh]]) is the first of the two characters in ''Borderlands 2'' that are purchased as [[downloadable content]], and thus are not initially available in the game. She calls herself a "Mechromancer", whose main ability is to summon a robot dubbed D374-TP "Deathtrap" – a hulking, floating machine made of scrap parts - to attack enemies. Gaige fled to Pandora when Deathtrap accidentally killed one of her competitors during a science fair on her home planet of Eden-5,<ref>{{cite web | title=Mechromancer Echo Log 04 | url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5fcOYNTDcw |publisher=YouTube|accessdate=16 October 2012}}</ref> and was among the Vault Hunters on the train when it crashed into the Windshear Wastes.

Gaige's skill upgrades can be used for a wide array of attacks for Deathtrap (having a mounted laser or performing an Explosive Clap for close-ranged enemies), having her shots bounce off any surface and hit their target, or increasing her attack power at the cost of accuracy.<ref>{{cite web | title=Borderlands 2 - Sir Hammerlock introduces the Mechromancer | url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Av_D14XEUqM |publisher=YouTube|accessdate=16 October 2012}}</ref>

====Krieg====
'''Krieg the Psycho''' (voiced by [[Jason Douglas]]) is the second character that is purchased as downloadable content. He is a bandit-turned-Vault Hunter who was mutated into a Psycho by the Hyperion corporation before escaping.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pcgamer.com/2013/05/14/krieg-the-psychos-genesis-detailed-in-new-dev-diary/ |title=Borderlands 2 Psycho Pack now available, Krieg the Psycho's genesis detailed new dev diary | News |publisher=PC Gamer |date=2013-05-14 |accessdate=2013-08-12}}</ref> Krieg's dialogue mostly consists of various ranting and screaming like the Psychos usually fought as enemies. Occasionally, though, a quieter voice can be heard from inside Krieg's head that seems able to guide Krieg into some level of relative self-control (implied to be the original personality that inhabited the body). In the short trailer ''A Meat Bicycle Built For Two'', Krieg stumbles onto Maya while she's waiting for the train to Windshear Wastes, and while his inner voice recognizes her as a Siren, Maya only recognizes him as a threat. Eventually, Krieg is given enough mental incentive to protect Maya from a pack of [[cannibalism|cannibal]] Rats, and Maya lets him follow her onto the train.<ref>{{cite web | title=Borderlands 2 - Krieg: A Meat Bicycle Built For Two | url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZqmQT89kqU |publisher=YouTube|accessdate=31 May 2013}}</ref>

Marketed as a playable version of the common Psycho enemy, his action skill allows him to use an iconic Buzz Axe to go on a rampage, dealing highly increased melee damage and refilling his health entirely after each kill. He can develop his skills to deal tremendous melee damage, gain buffs from slaughtering foes, or empower his attacks - and himself - with various flame-based perks. He is a risk-vs-reward character, as many of his abilities have negative effects, but also give Krieg the potential for tremendous damage output against enemies.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/05/06/borderlands-2-psycho-class-release-date-announced |title=Borderlands 2 Psycho Class Release Date Announced |publisher=IGN |date= |accessdate=2013-08-12}}</ref>

===Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!===
====Athena====
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'''Athena''', the Gladiator, (voiced by Lydia McKay) is a former assassin of Atlas who first appeared as a non-playable character in the ''Borderlands'' DLC ''The Secret Armory of General Knoxx''. Athena defected out of disgust for their military practices, and soon enlisted the help of Roland, Lilith, Mordecai and Brick to quell the incoming assault by Atlas on Pandora. She was however captured by the convict Mr. Shank and brought to Lockdown Palace. After being saved by the Vault Hunters, she instructs them to destroy the Atlas armory using a detonator that she built and an access code left behind by a Crimson Lance soldier at the World's Largest Bullet. She later appears in the ending cutscene watching the armory's destruction, and can be found in T-Bone Junction afterwards.

She is a playable character in ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]'' and the game's narrator. Her action skill is her Kinetic Aspis, a shield that can absorb incoming damage and be thrown to inflict said damage at enemies. Her skills primarily revolve around defense and healing, melee damage and elemental damage with a focus on incendiary and shock damage.

====Wilhelm====
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'''Wilhelm''', the Enforcer, (voiced by [[Bryan Massey]]) is a giant Hyperion cyborg who appears in ''Borderlands 2'' as a boss and Handsome Jack's enforcer. He is first heard in an ECHO recording where he helps Jack massacre the people of New Haven, and is alluded to by Angel when Hyperion forces arrive at the Bloodshot Stronghold to capture Roland. Wilhelm makes his first physical appearance when he ambushes the Vault Hunters of ''Borderlands 2'' as they attempt to steal the Vault Key from a train, but he is killed in the ensuing battle. Up to the point of his death Wilhelm is portrayed as an unbeatable villain, but at the time of the battle he is defeated with relative ease. The reason for this is that Wilhelm was poisoned by Jack to fool the Vault Hunters into using a false power core that later provides problems for Sanctuary.

Wilhelm appears as a playable character in ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]'', where he still displays a more human appearance at first, but as he levels up, he can invest in skills that supply his body with mechanical implants that give him a more robotic appearance over time, acting much like a playable version of the Engineer enemies from ''[[Borderlands 2]]''. He can also summon a pair of flying surveyor robots named Wolf and Saint, who attack enemies and defend Wilhelm, respectively.

====Nisha====
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'''Nisha''', the Lawbringer, (voiced by [[Stephanie Young]]) also known as '''The Sheriff of Lynchwood''', is a minor antagonist in ''Borderlands 2'', and Handsome Jack's girlfriend at the time. Styling herself as a cowboy, she torments the residents of the town of Lynchwood for her own personal amusement. She also helped Handsome Jack subjugate the town of New Haven, and was responsible for capturing Brick and "breaking" him by killing his pet puppy Dusty. After Brick sends the Vault Hunters on several missions to get her attention, she finally duels them herself, but is killed. Jack will then appear and note his surprise at feeling angry about Nisha's death.

She is set to be a playable character in ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''. Throughout the game, Handsome Jack will develop an attraction to her which will culminate in their relationship seen in ''Borderlands 2''. She can enter a state called "Showdown" in which the game will automatically aim at enemies for the player, most of her skills revolve around increasing her damage output, to the point where she can place bombs inside enemies to detonate once she exits Showdown and she can duplicate pistols to dual-wield, similar to ''Borderlands 2'''s Salvador.

====Claptrap====
'''Claptrap''', the "Fragtrap", (voiced by David Eddings) is a supporting non-player character in ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2'' and a playable character in ''Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!''. Claptrap is a yellow '''CL4P-TP Steward Bot''', Hyperion-manufactured work robots that are frequently found in populated areas and guarding access points between different regions of Pandora. Claptrap first appears in ''Borderlands'', and greets the Vault Hunters when they first arrive on Pandora. At the end of the game, Hyperion remotely reprograms Claptrap into the "Interplanetary Ninja Assassin Claptrap". As revealed in the DLC episode ''Claptrap's New Robot Revolution'', Interplanetary Ninja Assassin Claptrap's original goal was to eliminate the Vault Hunters, but it instead took offense at the planetwide mistreatment of CL4P-TP robots and assembled them into an army with which to overthrow the humans, even going so far as to "claptrap" the various bandits and wildlife to further bolster their ranks. With some help from Hyperion, the Vault Hunters defeat the uprising and reset Claptrap back to his original CL4P-TP programming, but the second game shows that Claptrap has retained some of the more positive effects of his re-programming, such as free will and self-awareness.

In ''Borderlands 2'', the CL4P-TP product line is discontinued and all surviving CL4P-TP models have been destroyed by order of Handsome Jack. Only Claptrap himself manages to escape destruction and hides in Windshear Wastes, where it meets the Vault Hunters shortly after they survive the train crash. Claptrap helps guide the Vault Hunters to the city of Sanctuary and plays a role in infiltrating Control Core Angel and the Vault's dig site, as well as provides several smaller missions of various importance, some of which allude to the fact that, despite his cheery voice, Claptrap is actually in the throes of depression, such as how he knows that Bullymong fur is great for absorbing "robot tears" and likening his depression to a "Christmas sweater" that "smells like cookies and tears."

In ''Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!'', Claptrap is sent to liberate Pandora's moon Elpis under the command of Handsome Jack along with the
other playable characters. He has the ability to run a beta version of a program (classified in-game as malware) called "VaultHunter.EXE" which temporarily grants him one of several special abilities, many of which are based on other playable characters in the series, and many of his skills focus on improving the program through various means in addition to explosive damage and cooperative gameplay as well as giving Claptrap skills that heal him and his friends, becoming the team's de facto medic. the game also explains the beginning of Claptrap's depression (his realization that Hyperion is actively trying to suppress his growing free will being one such catalyst). The game also reveals that Claptrap, like other CL4P-TP units (and robots in general) feels pain in slow motion and with greater intensity than humans do.

Most people on Pandora find the CL4P-TP robots annoying due to their smart-aleck personalities and eccentric behaviors, while bandits take particular dislike of CL4P-TP robots and frequently use them for target-practice. In ''Borderlands'', some of the severely-damaged CL4P-TP robots will ask the Vault Hunters to repair them in exchange for valuable items.

Claptrap is also used as a promotional [[mascot]] character for the ''Borderlands'' franchise. It hosts the ''Claptrap Web Series'', a collection of [[machinima]] shorts produced by Gearbox Software to promote the series, and appears in ''[[Poker Night 2]]'' as one of the special guest players.

===="Handsome Jack"====
'''"Handsome Jack"''', the Doppelganger, is the first announced DLC character for ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''. Originally, he was a Handsome Jack body double that the Vault Hunters were asked by Angel to kill in a mission from [[Borderlands 2]]. His Action Skill, Expendable Assets, which was revealed through a leaked photo, can be used to summon several digital copies of himself to fight for him, similar to the real Jack's ability in Borderlands 2.

==Recurring characters==
===Primary antagonists===
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====Commandant Steele====
'''Commandant Helga Steele''' (voiced by [[Lani Minella]]) is the main antagonist of ''Borderlands'' and a Siren like Lilith. As a commanding officer of the Crimson Lance's D Company, 3rd Starborne Brigade, Steele is in charge of maintaining the Atlas Corporation's control over Pandora and the alien technologies hidden throughout the planet. Throughout the game, Steele frequently demands that the Vault Hunters turn over the Vault Key to her and leave the planet. As the plot progresses, her demands get more direct, and Steele eventually declares martial law on Pandora as she sends her soldiers to stop the Vault Hunters. After stealing the completed Vault Key from Tannis, Steele leads the Crimson Lance to the Vault and opens it, only to be promptly impaled by The Destroyer as it awakens.

Steele's death throws Atlas's control over Pandora into chaos, and her superior officer '''General Knoxx''' (believed to be voiced by Stan Robak) is sent to restore order to the planet, as seen in the DLC campaign ''The Secret Armory of General Knoxx''. However, Knoxx's disdain for his assignment and Atlas's military practices in general drives him to the brink of suicide until the Vault Hunters arrive to raid his weapon stockpile, which gives Knoxx an excuse to die in proper combat instead. Both Steele and Knoxx return as bosses in the DLC campaign ''Claptrap's New Robot Revolution'', having been revived and "claptrapped" to serve the Claptrap army in overthrowing the humans.

====Handsome Jack====
'''Handsome Jack''' (voiced by [[Dameon Clarke]]) is the main antagonist in ''Borderlands 2'' and ''Tales from the Borderlands'', named for the attractive mask that covers his scarred and disfigured face marked with a vault symbol. Originally a minor employee of the Hyperion Corporation, Jack was the first to learn of the Vault on Pandora and manipulated the events of the first ''Borderlands'' game to have it opened, then stole all of the credit for finding it (even going so far as to claim responsibility for killing The Destroyer). After staking his claim on the Eridium ore that grew through the planet from the Vault's opening, Jack became the President of Hyperion and began his campaign to conquer the savage planet and bring "civilized" corporate control to Pandora as its "benevolent" dictator.

As ''Borderlands 2'' begins, Handsome Jack has already established all-but-total control over Pandora. Among such acts as destroying the town of New Haven, annexing Fyrestone, and beginning construction of Hyperion's corporate capital of Opportunity, he has set up a geostationary Moonbase (in the shape of an 'H') in the Lagrange point between Pandora and Pandora's geostationary moon, which acts as an homage to his ego and as a supply base from which he can send supplies, troops and artillery fire down to Pandora. The Moonbase also has a lens that allows Jack to keep an eye on the Vault Hunters at all times, which he shows off frequently by taunting and insulting them throughout their adventure, after Angel's death, however, Jack drops his arrogant facade and reveals his true personality: that of a cruel, childish, and petty dictator with a pathological hatred of all life on Pandora native or otherwise (possibly stemming from his life with an apparently abusive grandmother).

Jack's ultimate goal is to find the second Vault on Pandora and open it to release an ancient alien Warrior that will enable him to burn away everything on Pandora that opposes him. After stealing the Vault Key from Tannis, Jack uses his Siren daughter Angel to charge the key by pumping her full of Eridium ore. Angel tries to stop Jack's plans by getting the Vault Hunters to kill her, but Jack retaliates by kidnapping Lilith and making her finish the process. At the end of the game, Jack succeeds in releasing The Warrior, but it is killed by the Vault Hunters and Jack himself is finally silenced for good in the middle of delivering a hateful rant in which he attempts to justify his actions (which ends up sounding much like a child throwing a tantrum), but he can also be killed by Lilith if he is allowed to finish, which will reveal that his face is scarred with burns, cuts, and a Vault symbol, as well as the fact that he is blind in one eye.

Jack appears in ''Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!'' at first as a protagonist, and later as a [[Byronic]] protagonist. At this point, Jack is still a lowly programmer working on Helios, the Hyperion space station later seen as the giant 'H' shaped moonbase and is currently under siege by the Lost Legion, a group of ex-Dahl soldiers led jointly by Tungsteena Zarpedon and a female Eridan. He hires Wilhelm, Nisha, Athena, and Claptrap to help him fight off the invasion and sends them to Elpis to stop a jamming signal set by the Lost Legion. As time goes on, Jack makes more and more questionable choices and eventually outright decides to seize power using the eye of the Destroyer embedded in Helios. He is stopped by Lilith, who burns a Vault Symbol into his face with an artifact found in the Elpis Vault. Jack is driven mad by the pain and the visions the artifact gave him and declares vengeance on all of Pandora. It is then that he became Handsome Jack, setting the stage for ''Borderlands 2''

===Supporting characters===
====Angel====
'''Angel''', (voiced by Jennifer Green, portrayed live-action by Brittani Johnson, and voiced as a child in ''Borderlands 2'' by [[Brina Palencia]]) known through Pandora as the '''Guardian Angel''', is initially thought to be an A.I. (Artificial Intelligence) who guides the Vault Hunters in both ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2''. She appears as a woman with pale skin, black hair and piercing blue eyes. She appears in the opening cutscene of the first ''Borderlands'', where she tells the Vault Hunters to listen to her if they want to open the Vault. Throughout the game, Angel provides advice and encouragement to help the Vault Hunters achieve this goal. However, Angel's true origin is hinted in the ending as her image fades to the shot of a Hyperion satellite in orbit.

Unknown to the Vault Hunters at the time, Angel was in reality working for Handsome Jack as part of his long-term plan to conquer Pandora. In ''Borderlands 2'', Angel initially appears to the new Vault Hunters with the same role to encourage and guide them towards their goal. However, her true role as Handsome Jack's servant is revealed when she reluctantly hacks into Sanctuary's systems and disables the shields, allowing Jack to blast the city apart from his Moonbase. Only Lilith's powers allows the city to escape Jack's wrath as it reveals its true form as a mining ship and flies away into the sky, where it remains for the rest of the game opposite the Moonbase.

No longer willing to betray any more innocent lives to Jack in the wake of his attack on Sanctuary, Angel aids the Vault Hunters in defeating him after revealing that she has the Vault Key needed to open the Vault. After extensive preparation and conflict, the Vault Hunters and Roland enter into Control Core Angel, where it is revealed that Angel is not an A.I., but is a Siren and Handsome Jack's daughter. She demands that the Vault Hunters kill her by cutting off her Eridium supply so that Jack cannot finish charging the Vault Key. Once done, Angel dies from Eridium withdrawal, her final words to Jack being "You're an asshole."

====Marcus Kincaid====
'''Marcus Kincaid''' (voiced by Bruce DuBose) is a merchant and entrepreneur who runs Marcus Munitions, Pandora's leading supplier of guns. With little morals to speak of, Marcus is always on the look out for new ways to make some profits, regardless of who or what gets involved. He is also one of Mad Moxxi's ex-husbands and sometimes shows signs that he misses her. Marcus runs the gun-dispensing vending machines in ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2'', as well a bus service in ''Borderlands'' that brings the Vault Hunters to the town of Fyrestone in the beginning of the game. He is also the series's narrator, and many of the DLC campaigns humorously involve him conversing with his audience, a young orphan, about the meaning of the story or trivial matters such as swearing. It is also revealed in the "Captain Scarlett and her Pirate's Booty" DLC, that the reason Marcus is telling the story to the orphan is so that the boy (who is learning good story structure) can take over as the narrator once Marcus dies.

====Dr. Zed====
'''Dr. Zed''' (voiced by Ric Spiegel) is Pandora's leading (and only) medical practitioner, despite the fact that he technically isn't a real doctor and can be somewhat shady with his requests. He appears in ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2'' as a supplier of various missions. He mainly operates in Fyrestone and provides some of the earliest missions in ''Borderlands'' to introduce the basic gameplay. In ''Borderlands 2'', he moves his operations to Sanctuary following Hyperion's takeover of Fyrestone.

Dr. Zed's brother, '''Dr. Ned''', (also voiced by Ric Spiegel) appears as the villain of ''The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned'', the first DLC campaign of the original ''Borderlands''. Physically-identical to Dr. Zed save for a tacky mustache inexplicibly growing over his surgical mask, Dr. Ned creates a zombie apocalypse in the far-off region of Jakobs Cove. Dr. Ned later returns in ''Claptrap's New Robot Revolution'' as one of the revived and "claptrapped" soldiers of the Claptrap army.

====T.K. Baha====
'''T.K. Baha''' (voiced by David Eddings) is a crochety-but-optimistic old hermit who lives in the Arid Badlands. Originally a gun designer, he and his wife moved to Pandora following Hyperion's hostile acquisition of his work. Not long afterwards, T.K. lost his wife, his eyesight, and his leg (and later the prosthetic to replace it) to a giant skag named Scar. Regardless, T.K. never loses his upbeat personality, even when bandits hang him by his own leg and leave him to die. In ''The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned'', T.K. returns as one of the reanimated zombies in Jakobs Cove, and can be fed brains from killed zombies as part of an optional series of missions.

In ''Borderlands 2'', T.K.'s niece '''Una Baha''' (voiced by [[Luci Christian]]) asks the Vault Hunters to recover evidence that Hyperion stole T.K.'s gun designs so she can sue them, and the player can decide to send the evidence to either Una or Hyperion for different rewards. T.K. himself (still a zombie) also appears in the DLC mini-chapter ''T.K. Baha's Bloody Harvest'' as a mission provider.

====Dr. Patricia Tannis====
'''Dr. Patricia Tannis''' (voiced by Colleen Clinkenbeard) is an egocentric, anti-social and mentally-unstable researcher who lives on Pandora. She was originally sent to Pandora by the Dahl Corporation to study rumors of the Vault's existence. Despite initial skepticism, Tannis's belief in the Vault grew stronger as her sanity dwindled due to exposure to the alien ruins, the death of her entire research team, and the mounting hardships of living on Pandora. When Dahl was forced to leave Pandora, Tannis chose to stay behind so she could find the Vault and keep its discovery all to herself.

In ''Borderlands'', Commandant Steele manipulates Tannis into giving them information regarding the Vault, then locks her in a Crimson Lance prison after stealing the completed Vault Key from her. After killing The Destroyer, the Vault Hunters are tasked to return the Vault Key to Tannis, which she keeps until Hyperion tortures her into giving it to Handsome Jack. By the time of ''Borderlands 2'', Tannis has been moved to Sanctuary for her own safety.

====Scooter====
'''Scooter''' (voiced by Michael Neumann) is an exceptional mechanic despite his appearance and mannerisms being more akin to the common "redneck". He maintains the Catch-A-Ride units, which the Vault Hunters can use to summon vehicles for faster travel across Pandora, and will also provide various side-missions. His mother is Mad Moxxi, whom he is very protective of when the topic of her various husbands, boyfriends, and one-night stands come up. His overprotectiveness has had some serious consequences, however, the most egregious being his murder of ''Borderlands'' NPC Lucky Zaford, which indirectly reignited tensions between the Zaford family and the Hodunk family, which Scooter once belonged to. In ''Borderlands 2'', Scooter's sister '''Ellie''' (voiced by [[Jamie Marchi]]) is introduced as the very generously-proportioned owner and mechanic of the local junkyard.

====Mad Moxxi====
'''Mad Moxxi''' (voiced by Brina Palencia) is first introduced in the ''Borderlands'' DLC episode ''Mad Moxxi's Underdome Riot'' as the owner and host of Pandora's biggest fighting arena, the Underdome. Having been a skilled fighter in her earlier years, Moxxi loves violence and combat, and she especially loves being at the center of it all. Her sense of modesty definitely isn't what Moxxi is known for, though, as she has had several husbands, lovers both male and female, and innumerable affairs. Despite this, Moxxi is surprisingly refined in her tastes and mannerisms, always speaking with a seductive tone and an innuendo soon following. She can also be quite caring and sympathetic, especially in regards to her children and others close to her.

She appears again in the third DLC episode ''The Secret Armory of General Knoxx'', running a bar called Moxxi's Red Light where Athena takes refuge in and instructs the Vault Hunters to meet her at. By the time the Vault Hunters arrive, however, Athena has already been taken hostage by Moxxi's second husband Mr. Shank. Moxxi reveals what happened and helps the Vault Hunters locate and rescue Athena in Lockdown Palace. When Shank is killed in the process, however, she is stricken with grief over the death of her ex-husband, and tearfully begins making funeral plans as the Vault Hunters are making their way out of the prison.

In ''Borderlands 2'', more of Moxxi's life and family is revealed. Moxxi and her children (including Scooter and Ellie) originally grew up in the hillbilly Hodunk Clan out in the desert but left when she refused to let Ellie become the clan-wife. Moxxi was also involved with Mordecai for a time after the first game until she dumped him for Handsome Jack, though she dumped Jack when she saw just how much of a despot he really was. Jack burned down Moxxi's Underdome shortly afterwards, leaving her bitter and itching for revenge as she relocated to Sanctuary and became the owner of the local bar. She gets her revenge when she hires the Vault Hunters to kill Jack's foreman in Opportunity and flood the building site, which causes Jack to angrily call Moxxi a "bitch".

During the DLC ''Mr. Torgue's Campaign of Carnage'', which takes place during the events of ''Borderlands 2'', Moxxi acts as the Vault Hunters' sponsor in an effort to claim Mr. Torgue's arena and rebuild the Underdome. She first appears as the hostage of arena contender Pyro Pete, although it is unknown how she ended in his custody, and once rescued, helps the Vault Hunters hunt down her cannibalistic ex-girlfriend Motor Momma. She also attempts to talk the Vault Hunters out of murdering a man whom she had sexual affairs with and whom Scooter had ordered the Vault Hunters to eliminate, although whether or not the murder is carried out is up to the discretion of the player.

She later appears as the host of the penultimate DLC ''Mad Moxxi and the Wedding Day Massacre'', where she attempts to end the feud between the Hodunks and their Irish-inspired rivals, the Zafords, by having the Vault Hunters concoct a potion that will make a pair of goliaths, one from each clan, fall in love. The potion works, but the goliaths enter their berserk state soon after and are killed by the Vault Hunters in the ensuing battle. The Hodunks and Zafords then band together and declare war against Moxxi.

In Zoomin.TV Games' "Top 5 MILFs in Gaming" video, Mad Moxxi was awarded first place, calling the character "mad as a box of squirrels and equally as alluring, Mad Moxxi is unquestionably gaming's number one MILF," also showing players how to get under the ''Borderlands 2'' map to get an upskirt view of Moxxi in the bar.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I44O2Yiwm80 Top 5 MILFs in Gaming - YouTube.com]</ref>

====Tiny Tina====
'''Tiny Tina''' (voiced by [[Ashly Burch]]) is a young and very mentally-unstable explosives-and-demolitions expert who is introduced in ''Borderlands 2'' as "the world's deadliest 13-year-old". Tiny Tina's demolitions expertise is first called into action when the Vault Hunters are tasked with stopping a Hyperion supply train believed to be carrying the Vault Key. With that objective in sight, Tina sets the Vault Hunters to the task of finding two "suicide-toy" rockets and set them on target. Her collaboration with the Vault Hunters continues when Tina has them gather items and guests for a "very special" tea party involving a bandit leader named Flesh-Stick, who had indirectly killed Tina's parents by selling them to Hyperion. Recordings can be found in the Animal Exploitation Annex that show that Tina's parents where experimented on and tortured to death on Handsome Jacks orders. Tina escapes when her parents tell her to throw the grenade they hid in her dress.

In the DLC episode ''Mr. Torgue's Campaign of Carnage'', Tiny Tina is hired by Moxxi to be the Vault Hunters' trainer and guide them to win Torgue's tournament. In ''Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep'', Tina hosts a game of "Bunkers and Badasses", a tabletop role-playing parody of ''[[Dungeons & Dragons]]'', and invites the Vault Hunters, Lilith, Mordecai, and Brick to play with her. In the occasion, it is shown how much Tina was attached to Roland, and how difficult it was for her to cope with his death.

====Sir Hammerlock====
'''Sir Hammerlock''' (voiced by [[J. Michael Tatum]]) is introduced in ''Borderlands 2''. He is a hunter who dresses in a ragged, futuristic version of a Victorian adventurer's outfit, with a slouch hat, a broken pair of glasses that looks like a monocle, and a robotic right eye, arm, and leg. The artificial appendages are prosthetics acquired as replacements for limbs lost during a particularly nasty encounter with a massive thresher named "Old Slappy" some years earlier, whom he later has the Vault Hunters hunt and kill. He becomes an early ally of the Vault Hunters when the game first begins and offers some starting mission to introduce the gameplay to new players.

Hammerlock is also a central figure in the third DLC campaign, ''Sir Hammerlock's Big Game Hunt'', where he invites the Vault Hunters to the continent of Aegrus for a hunting safari. While there, Hammerlock and the Vault Hunters stumble upon the plans of the mad Hyperion researcher Professor Nakayama and set out to foil his plans to clone Handsome Jack (if only so that Nakayama will stop whining and begging them to fight him). He give side missions in the DLC for the Vault Hunters to hunt rare variants of familiar and unfamiliar creatures.

====Captain Scarlett====
'''Captain Scarlett''' (voiced by Colleen Clinkenbeard) is the titular NPC of ''Captain Scarlett and Her Pirate's Booty'', the first DLC episode for ''Borderlands 2''. Being a pirate, she is extremely untrustworthy, but ironically also suffers from an honesty streak that makes her blatantly tell her enemies of her treacherous intents. Occasionally, Scarlett can be truly devious, but that usually results from forgetfulness, poor planning, or just bad luck.

Throughout the DLC, Scarlett seeks the lost treasure of the sand pirate Captain Blade and enlists the Vault Hunters to help assemble a compass that will reveal its location. After dealing with water-stealing sand pirates, rogue Hyperion robots, and a smelly Scarlett-obsessed hermit named Herbert while searching for the compass pieces, the Vault Hunters and Scarlett are attacked by the guardian of the lost treasure, the Leviathan. Scarlett chooses this time to make good on her threats to betray her allies and fights the Vault Hunters from atop her pet rakk hive Roscoe, but she escapes once Roscoe is killed. The player then has the choice of taking her pistol, which she dropped during her escape.

====Mr. Torgue====
'''Mister Torgue High-Five Flexington''' (voiced by [[Chris Rager]]) is the eponymous NPC of ''Mr. Torgue's Campaign of Carnage'', the second DLC for ''Borderlands 2'', and the 43-year-old founder (and former president) of the weapons manufacturer Torgue (which he sold to Anton Smith for "twelve dollars and a high five"). He is known for being very loud, over-the-top, and prone to pointless tangents, which greatly annoys his shareholders, yet he is also shown to have a large vocabulary and is an avid feminist.

Having discovered a new Vault on Pandora buried in the Badass Crater of Badassitude that will only open "once the champion of Pandora feeds it the blood of the ultimate coward", Mr. Torgue set up his Campaign of Carnage as a tournament to find this champion and open the Vault. Though he features heavily in the DLC, Torgue himself does not appear "in the flesh" except in the introductory movie. He instead relays running commentary from his "space-truck" in deep orbit around Pandora.

Mr. Torgue is featured in the DLC ''Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep'' in person, where it is revealed that "Mister Torgue" is his first name, and Flexington is his last. He also admits to being an avid lover of Sci-Fi, fantasy, Unicorns, and *BLEEP* (in that order), and even breaks down in sobs when he is not allowed to play at first.

In the DLC mini-episode ''The Horrendous Hunger of the Wattle Gobbler'', Mr. Torgue hosts a competition challenging Pandora to defeat a giant turkey monster called the Wattle Gobbler, which the Torgue Corporation's President Smith has rigged to be unwinnable. Instead, Mr. Torgue works with the Vault Hunters to weaken the Wattle Gobbler enough to kill it and he is fired as a result, he then ends up going to work for Moxxi. Mr. Torgue's Grandma Flexington also appears in the DLC, who mentions that "High-Five" is Mr. Torgue's middle name, following the Flexington tradition of using the grandfather's name as his middle name.

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'''Bryan Massey''' is an American actor and writer.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.americanwaymag.com/ed-note-05-15-2010|title=Homecoming|last=Pitluk|first=Adam|date=May 15, 2010|publisher=''[[American Way (magazine)|American Way]]''|accessdate=June 18, 2010}}</ref>

== Filmography ==

===Anime===
* ''[[Baccano!]]'' - Ladd Russo
* ''[[Bamboo Blade]]'' - Shinaider
* ''[[Blassreiter]]'' - Franz (Ep. 13)
* ''[[C (anime)|C - Control - The Money and Soul of Possibility]]'' - Itaneda (Financial District Taxi Driver)
* ''[[Asobi ni iku yo!|Cat Planet Cuties]]'' - Kawasaki (Gay Film Director)
* ''[[Casshern Sins]]'' - Green Ogre (Ep. 4)
* ''[[Corpse Princess]]'' - Detective (Ep. 1)
* ''[[D.Gray-man]]'' - Jerry
* ''[[Darker than Black: Gemini of the Meteor]]'' - Lebanon
* ''[[Dragon Ball: Curse of the Blood Rubies]]'' - [[List of Dragon Ball characters#Oolong|Oolong]]
* ''[[Dragon Ball|Dragon Ball Z Kai]]'' - Oolong
* ''[[Fairy Tail]]'' - Kain Hikaru
* ''[[Fullmetal Alchemist|Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood]]'' - Isaac McDougal (Ep. 1)
* ''[[Gunslinger Girl|Gunslinger Girl -Il Teatrino-]]'' - Nino
* ''[[Initial D|Initial D: Fourth Stage]]'' - Aikawa/Man in Evo V
* ''[[The Legend of the Legendary Heroes]]'' - Magic Knight Leader (Ep. 3)
* ''[[Linebarrels of Iron]]'' - Takuro Sawatari
* ''[[Michiko and Hatchin]]'' - Wen (Ep. 17)
* ''[[My Bride is a Mermaid]]'' - Shark Fujishiro
* ''[[One Piece]]'' - [[Monkey D. Dragon]], Kamonegi, Drake
* ''[[One Piece Film: Strong World]]'' - [[One Piece Film: Strong World#Scarlet|Scarlet]]
* ''[[Phantom of Inferno|Phantom ~Requiem for the Phantom]]'' - Wallace Taisa (Ep. 3)
* ''[[Rideback]]'' - Tenshiro Okakura
* ''[[Shangri-La (novel)|Shangri-La]]'' - Takehiko
* ''[[Shiki (novel series)|Shiki]]'' - Isami Maeda (Ep. 13)
* ''[[Space Dandy]]'' - Dolph (Ep. 23)
* ''[[Toriko]]'' - Zonge

===Film and television===
* ''Boggy Creek'' - Troy Dupree
* ''[[Carried Away (2009 film)|Carried Away]]'' - Steve Franklin
* ''[[Chase (2010 TV series)|Chase]]'' - Hank Lacy
* ''Dallywood'' - Bryan<ref>{{cite web|url=http://news.tubefilter.tv/2009/12/18/dallywood-actors-get-gold-stars-for-effort/|title=‘Dallywood’ Actors Get Gold Stars For Effort|last=Shaw|first=Michael|date=December 18, 2009|publisher=[[Tubefilter]]|accessdate=January 22, 2010}}</ref>
* ''[[Drive Angry]]''<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bloody-disgusting.com/news/19489|title=A Whole Lotta Lovin' in New 'Drive Angry' Casting|date=May 16, 2010|publisher=[[Bloody Disgusting]]|accessdate=June 18, 2010}}</ref>
* ''[[Fangoria Blood Drive]]'' - The Driver
* ''Ghostbreakers'' - Mass Attack
* ''In the Land of Fireworks'' - Tyler
* ''[[Mad Money (film)|Mad Money]]'' - Detective Brinkley
* ''Miami Magma'' - Police Chief Michaels
* ''[[Missionary Man (film)|Missionary Man]]'' - State Police Deputy
* ''[[Prison Break]]'' - Cop #2 (Season 2, Episode 3)
* ''The Door'' - Bill Ryder
* ''The Familiar'' - Sam
* ''[[The X-Files]]'' - Nazi Soldier
* ''Universal Squadrons'' - Butcher
* ''[[W. (film)|W.]]'' - Skeeter
* ''[[Year One (film)|Year One]]'' - New Guard

===Video games===
* ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel]]'' - Wilhelm<ref>{{cite video game | title = [[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]] | developer = [[2K Australia]], [[Gearbox Software]] | publisher = [[2K Games]] | scene=Closing credits, 3:40 minutes in }}</ref>

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The [[Borderlands (series)|''Borderlands'' video game series]] by [[Gearbox Software]] features a number of characters.

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==Playable characters==

===Borderlands===
====Roland====
'''Roland the Soldier''' (voiced by Oliver Tull in the original ''[[Borderlands (video game)|Borderlands]]'' and Markus Lloyd in ''[[Borderlands 2]]'') is among the four playable characters in the original ''Borderlands'', along with Lilith, Mordecai, and Brick. Originally a member of the Atlas Corporation's private army, the Crimson Lance, Roland deserted his post when he attacked a fellow officer, and Atlas has since put out a bounty for his capture.

Roland specializes in the use of combat rifles and shotguns, though he, like all the playable characters, is proficient with all weapons. He can also deploy an automated Scorpio Turret that tracks and fires at enemies while providing an energy barrier to take cover behind. It can be upgraded with a wide range of offensive and defensive abilities that can aid both Roland and his teammates.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Roland is a [[non-player character]]. In the time since the Hyperion Corporation's arrival and invasion of Pandora, Roland has assembled the Crimson Raiders, Pandora's anti-Hyperion resistance that operates from the city of Sanctuary. Roland is initially captured by a local gang of bandits, and the first part of the game is centered around his rescue. Upon rescue, Roland fills the Vault Hunters in on Hyperion's plans and hands out various missions to help the Crimson Raiders with the war effort. During the final assault on Control Core Angel, Roland helps the player in shutting down Angel and retrieving the Vault Key from her, but he is killed by Handsome Jack shortly afterwards.

Roland plays a significant role in the DLC episode ''Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep'' as Tiny Tina personally acts out his character in her ''Bunkers & Badasses'' campaign as "The White Knight". This is slowly revealed over time to be Tina's way of coping over Roland's death, and she is eventually able to come to terms with the loss of her friend by the end of her campaign.

====Lilith====
'''Lilith the Siren''' (voiced by [[Colleen Clinkenbeard]], portrayed live-action in ''Borderlands 2'' by Yasemin Arselan) is the second playable character in the first ''Borderlands''. She is a Siren, one of six women in the universe that are born with mystical powers and recognized by various tattoos on their body. Lilith is wanted by Atlas for "conspiracy, witchcraft, theft, and murder", and her main motive for traveling to Pandora is to learn more about her Siren powers.

Lilith favors weapons with elemental properties (fire, acid, electrical, and explosive), and some of her skills focus on improving her "damage over time" with elements. She can also use her Siren powers to "Phasewalk", an ability that lets her temporarily enter another dimension. When Phasewalking, Lilith is invisible to enemies, moves faster, and cannot be hurt. Warping in and out of dimensions also creates a shockwave that damages nearby enemies.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Lilith is a non-player character. Having faked her death in the early stages of Hyperion's invasion, Lilith initially operates as "The Firehawk", a deadly bounty hunter who makes the local bandits worship and fear her so that the Crimson Raiders can fully focus on Hyperion without their interference. Upon meeting the Vault Hunters, Lilith returns to Sanctuary and provides various missions for them. After the deaths of Angel and Roland, Handsome Jack captures Lilith and forces her to be the catalyst that opens the Vault, which triggers the final series of events in the game's main plot.

====Mordecai====
'''Mordecai the Hunter''' (voiced by [[Julio Cedillo]] in the original ''Borderlands'' and [[Jason Liebrecht]] in ''Borderlands 2'') is a Hunter who travels to Pandora in ''Borderlands'' in search of the Vault, feeling that the universe owes him everything in it. He is always accompanied by his pet Bloodwing, a trained bird-of-prey, and is wanted by Atlas for "poaching and possession of endangered species".

In combat, Mordecai favors using sniper rifles to dispatch enemies from a distance and resorting to revolvers for those who get too close, and his skills generally revolve around increasing his accuracy and range with both weapons. He can also dispatch Bloodwing to attack enemies from a distance, and he can be upgraded to strike multiple enemies and make them drop larger amounts of items.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Mordecai is a non-player character. He serves as a spy in the Crimson Raiders and provides cover fire for the Vault Hunters in several missions. Mordecai's main role in the plot focuses on Hyperion's Wildlife Exploitation Preserve, where his pet Bloodwing is being held captive and experimented on. By the time Bloodwing is found, she has grown to gigantic size and has been brainwashed to attack all intruders, which forces the Vault Hunters to fight her off. Handsome Jack ultimately kills Bloodwing by detonating her collar and blowing her head up, which drives Mordecai into anger. At the end of the game, Mordecai can be seen with an infant Bloodwing hatching from an egg. In the Headhunter add-on, ''Sir Hammerlock vs. The Son of Crawmerax'', it is revealed that he named the new bird Talon.

====Brick====
The largest of the four original Vault Hunters in ''Borderlands'', '''Brick the Berserker''' (voiced by Marcus Mauldin) is wanted by Atlas for "murder and dismemberment of anything that moves". Much of his anger stems from the death of his dog Priscilla, whose paw he wears around his neck.

Brick is classified as a Berserker, a [[Tank (gaming)|tank]]-style character who is strong in melee combat. Though Brick's preferred weapons are explosive weapons and rocket launchers, his main skill is the special ability to temporarily enter "Berserk". In exchange for not being able to fire guns, Brick's melee power vastly increases as he uses both of his fists to punch enemies to death, and he also rapidly regenerates health. Various upgrades focus on increasing his durability and power.

In ''Borderlands 2'', Brick is a non-player character. He is first met as the Slab King, the leader of a large group of bandits. Despite initially being on non-speaking terms with Roland (as Brick's excessive violence proved counterproductive to the Crimson Raiders's goals), Brick eagerly joins the battle for Pandora. An optional series of missions focuses on the bandit town of Lynchwood, where Brick desires vengeance against its corrupt Sheriff for the death of his second dog, Dusty.

===Borderlands 2===
====Axton====
'''Axton the Commando''' (voiced by [[Robert McCollum]]) is a "Commando" who is playable in ''Borderlands 2''. Originally a soldier for the Dahl Corporation, Axton's pursuit of personal glory and disregard for orders got him into trouble with his commanding officer (and wife) Sarah. Rather than make him face a firing squad, Sarah let Axton flee to the border planets, where he lived life as a mercenary. Handsome Jack identified Axton's lust for glory and lured him to Pandora with a radio advertisement calling out for potential Vault Hunters to join Hyperion, where he attempted to kill him and the other Vault Hunters on an exploding train passing through Windshear Wastes so that nobody would open the Vault before him.

Like Roland in the first ''Borderlands'', Axton relies on an automated Sabre Turret to provide cover fire against enemies, and most of his abilities are geared towards upgrading his turret, although some improve the explosive and grenade damage he can inflict. Axton's turret can be armed with additional gun barrels, can detonate upon deployment, or stick to walls and ceilings. One particular skill can even allow two turrets to be deployed at once.

====Maya====
'''Maya the Siren''' (voiced by [[Martha Harms]]) is a playable Siren in ''Borderlands 2''. As a child, she was taken to planet Athenas and raised by monks from the Order of the Impending Storm. As she grew older, Maya realized that the monks were exploiting her Siren powers to maintain control over the planet and left in disgust after killing the head of the Order in anger at being manipulated. Her studies on her powers ultimately led Maya to Pandora and the train to Windshear Wastes.

Maya's abilities revolve around elemental effects as well as crowd control and healing. Her main ability is Phaselock, which suspends and immobilizes enemies in midair and can be upgraded to incorporate a wide variety of abilities, including healing, temporary damage increase, bullet reflection and elemental effects.

====Salvador====
'''Salvador the Gunzerker''' (voiced by [[John Swasey]]) is a playable character in ''Borderlands 2''. He is a Pandoran native from Truxico (like Mordecai) who is recognized for his incredibly muscular and short stature resulting from heavy steroid abuse. When Hyperion invaded his hometown of Ovejas, Salvador tore apart the entire 150-man strike team in its defense. After learning of the Vault's existence from the one Hyperion soldier he spared, Salvador then decided to seek it out for his own entertainment and boarded the train to Windshear Wastes.

Salvador is a "Gunzerker" who resembles Brick from the first game in abilities, but instead of using massive melee power to devastate enemies, Salvador can dual-wield any combination of guns.<ref name="Gamescom 2011: Borderlands 2 First-Look Preview">{{cite web|url=http://gamescom.gamespot.com/story/6329613/gamescom-2011-borderlands-2-first-look-preview|publisher=Gamespot|author=Shaun McInnis|title=Gamescom 2011: Borderlands 2 First-Look Preview|date=August 17, 2011|accessdate=August 27, 2011}}</ref> His skills can be upgraded so that he can throw multiple grenades at once, regenerate massive amounts of health and ammunition, or attract the attention of enemies with a double middle-finger taunt.

====Zer0====
'''Zer0 the Assassin''' (voiced by Michael Turner) is a playable Assassin in ''Borderlands 2'' whose origins and species are completely unknown. It is mentioned that Zer0 came to Pandora seeking a challenge to prove his skills against, which Handsome Jack took advantage of to lure the assassin onto the train to Windshear Wastes. Many of Zer0's lines are spoken in [[haiku]] format, adding to the character's enigmatic presence.

Zer0's main skills are sniping and using a sword for melee attacks. Zer0 is capable of creating a decoy and becoming invisible for a short time, allowing Zer0 to sneak past or attack enemies with a critical hit while they're distracted. Zer0's skills can be upgraded with emphasis on sniping, gaining additional benefits when using the Deception ability or improving melee attacks.

====Gaige====
'''Gaige the Mechromancer''' (voiced by [[Cherami Leigh]]) is the first of the two characters in ''Borderlands 2'' that are purchased as [[downloadable content]], and thus are not initially available in the game. She calls herself a "Mechromancer", whose main ability is to summon a robot dubbed D374-TP "Deathtrap" – a hulking, floating machine made of scrap parts - to attack enemies. Gaige fled to Pandora when Deathtrap accidentally killed one of her competitors during a science fair on her home planet of Eden-5,<ref>{{cite web | title=Mechromancer Echo Log 04 | url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5fcOYNTDcw |publisher=YouTube|accessdate=16 October 2012}}</ref> and was among the Vault Hunters on the train when it crashed into the Windshear Wastes.

Gaige's skill upgrades can be used for a wide array of attacks for Deathtrap (having a mounted laser or performing an Explosive Clap for close-ranged enemies), having her shots bounce off any surface and hit their target, or increasing her attack power at the cost of accuracy.<ref>{{cite web | title=Borderlands 2 - Sir Hammerlock introduces the Mechromancer | url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Av_D14XEUqM |publisher=YouTube|accessdate=16 October 2012}}</ref>

====Krieg====
'''Krieg the Psycho''' (voiced by [[Jason Douglas]]) is the second character that is purchased as downloadable content. He is a bandit-turned-Vault Hunter who was mutated into a Psycho by the Hyperion corporation before escaping.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pcgamer.com/2013/05/14/krieg-the-psychos-genesis-detailed-in-new-dev-diary/ |title=Borderlands 2 Psycho Pack now available, Krieg the Psycho's genesis detailed new dev diary | News |publisher=PC Gamer |date=2013-05-14 |accessdate=2013-08-12}}</ref> Krieg's dialogue mostly consists of various ranting and screaming like the Psychos usually fought as enemies. Occasionally, though, a quieter voice can be heard from inside Krieg's head that seems able to guide Krieg into some level of relative self-control (implied to be the original personality that inhabited the body). In the short trailer ''A Meat Bicycle Built For Two'', Krieg stumbles onto Maya while she's waiting for the train to Windshear Wastes, and while his inner voice recognizes her as a Siren, Maya only recognizes him as a threat. Eventually, Krieg is given enough mental incentive to protect Maya from a pack of [[cannibalism|cannibal]] Rats, and Maya lets him follow her onto the train.<ref>{{cite web | title=Borderlands 2 - Krieg: A Meat Bicycle Built For Two | url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZqmQT89kqU |publisher=YouTube|accessdate=31 May 2013}}</ref>

Marketed as a playable version of the common Psycho enemy, his action skill allows him to use an iconic Buzz Axe to go on a rampage, dealing highly increased melee damage and refilling his health entirely after each kill. He can develop his skills to deal tremendous melee damage, gain buffs from slaughtering foes, or empower his attacks - and himself - with various flame-based perks. He is a risk-vs-reward character, as many of his abilities have negative effects, but also give Krieg the potential for tremendous damage output against enemies.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/05/06/borderlands-2-psycho-class-release-date-announced |title=Borderlands 2 Psycho Class Release Date Announced |publisher=IGN |date= |accessdate=2013-08-12}}</ref>

===Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!===
====Athena====
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'''Athena''', the Gladiator, (voiced by Lydia McKay) is a former assassin of Atlas who first appeared as a non-playable character in the ''Borderlands'' DLC ''The Secret Armory of General Knoxx''. Athena defected out of disgust for their military practices, and soon enlisted the help of Roland, Lilith, Mordecai and Brick to quell the incoming assault by Atlas on Pandora. She was however captured by the convict Mr. Shank and brought to Lockdown Palace. After being saved by the Vault Hunters, she instructs them to destroy the Atlas armory using a detonator that she built and an access code left behind by a Crimson Lance soldier at the World's Largest Bullet. She later appears in the ending cutscene watching the armory's destruction, and can be found in T-Bone Junction afterwards.

She is a playable character in ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]'' and the game's narrator. Her action skill is her Kinetic Aspis, a shield that can absorb incoming damage and be thrown to inflict said damage at enemies. Her skills primarily revolve around defense and healing, melee damage and elemental damage with a focus on incendiary and shock damage.

====Wilhelm====
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'''Wilhelm''', the Enforcer, (voiced by [[Bryan Massey]]) is a giant Hyperion cyborg who appears in ''Borderlands 2'' as a boss and Handsome Jack's enforcer. He is first heard in an ECHO recording where he helps Jack massacre the people of New Haven, and is alluded to by Angel when Hyperion forces arrive at the Bloodshot Stronghold to capture Roland. Wilhelm makes his first physical appearance when he ambushes the Vault Hunters of ''Borderlands 2'' as they attempt to steal the Vault Key from a train, but he is killed in the ensuing battle. Up to the point of his death Wilhelm is portrayed as an unbeatable villain, but at the time of the battle he is defeated with relative ease. The reason for this is that Wilhelm was poisoned by Jack to fool the Vault Hunters into using a false power core that later provides problems for Sanctuary.

Wilhelm appears as a playable character in ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]'', where he still displays a more human appearance at first, but as he levels up, he can invest in skills that supply his body with mechanical implants that give him a more robotic appearance over time, acting much like a playable version of the Engineer enemies from ''[[Borderlands 2]]''. He can also summon a pair of flying surveyor robots named Wolf and Saint, who attack enemies and defend Wilhelm, respectively.

====Nisha====
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'''Nisha''', the Lawbringer, (voiced by Stephanie Young) also known as '''The Sheriff of Lynchwood''', is a minor antagonist in ''Borderlands 2'', and Handsome Jack's girlfriend at the time. Styling herself as a cowboy, she torments the residents of the town of Lynchwood for her own personal amusement. She also helped Handsome Jack subjugate the town of New Haven, and was responsible for capturing Brick and "breaking" him by killing his pet puppy Dusty. After Brick sends the Vault Hunters on several missions to get her attention, she finally duels them herself, but is killed. Jack will then appear and note his surprise at feeling angry about Nisha's death.

She is set to be a playable character in ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''. Throughout the game, Handsome Jack will develop an attraction to her which will culminate in their relationship seen in ''Borderlands 2''. She can enter a state called "Showdown" in which the game will automatically aim at enemies for the player, most of her skills revolve around increasing her damage output, to the point where she can place bombs inside enemies to detonate once she exits Showdown and she can duplicate pistols to dual-wield, similar to ''Borderlands 2'''s Salvador.

====Claptrap====
'''Claptrap''', the "Fragtrap", (voiced by David Eddings) is a supporting non-player character in ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2'' and a playable character in ''Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!''. Claptrap is a yellow '''CL4P-TP Steward Bot''', Hyperion-manufactured work robots that are frequently found in populated areas and guarding access points between different regions of Pandora. Claptrap first appears in ''Borderlands'', and greets the Vault Hunters when they first arrive on Pandora. At the end of the game, Hyperion remotely reprograms Claptrap into the "Interplanetary Ninja Assassin Claptrap". As revealed in the DLC episode ''Claptrap's New Robot Revolution'', Interplanetary Ninja Assassin Claptrap's original goal was to eliminate the Vault Hunters, but it instead took offense at the planetwide mistreatment of CL4P-TP robots and assembled them into an army with which to overthrow the humans, even going so far as to "claptrap" the various bandits and wildlife to further bolster their ranks. With some help from Hyperion, the Vault Hunters defeat the uprising and reset Claptrap back to his original CL4P-TP programming, but the second game shows that Claptrap has retained some of the more positive effects of his re-programming, such as free will and self-awareness.

In ''Borderlands 2'', the CL4P-TP product line is discontinued and all surviving CL4P-TP models have been destroyed by order of Handsome Jack. Only Claptrap himself manages to escape destruction and hides in Windshear Wastes, where it meets the Vault Hunters shortly after they survive the train crash. Claptrap helps guide the Vault Hunters to the city of Sanctuary and plays a role in infiltrating Control Core Angel and the Vault's dig site, as well as provides several smaller missions of various importance, some of which allude to the fact that, despite his cheery voice, Claptrap is actually in the throes of depression, such as how he knows that Bullymong fur is great for absorbing "robot tears" and likening his depression to a "Christmas sweater" that "smells like cookies and tears."

In ''Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!'', Claptrap is sent to liberate Pandora's moon Elpis under the command of Handsome Jack along with the
other playable characters. He has the ability to run a beta version of a program (classified in-game as malware) called "VaultHunter.EXE" which temporarily grants him one of several special abilities, many of which are based on other playable characters in the series, and many of his skills focus on improving the program through various means in addition to explosive damage and cooperative gameplay as well as giving Claptrap skills that heal him and his friends, becoming the team's de facto medic. the game also explains the beginning of Claptrap's depression (his realization that Hyperion is actively trying to suppress his growing free will being one such catalyst). The game also reveals that Claptrap, like other CL4P-TP units (and robots in general) feels pain in slow motion and with greater intensity than humans do.

Most people on Pandora find the CL4P-TP robots annoying due to their smart-aleck personalities and eccentric behaviors, while bandits take particular dislike of CL4P-TP robots and frequently use them for target-practice. In ''Borderlands'', some of the severely-damaged CL4P-TP robots will ask the Vault Hunters to repair them in exchange for valuable items.

Claptrap is also used as a promotional [[mascot]] character for the ''Borderlands'' franchise. It hosts the ''Claptrap Web Series'', a collection of [[machinima]] shorts produced by Gearbox Software to promote the series, and appears in ''[[Poker Night 2]]'' as one of the special guest players.

===="Handsome Jack"====
'''"Handsome Jack"''', the Doppelganger, is the first announced DLC character for ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''. Originally, he was a Handsome Jack body double that the Vault Hunters were asked by Angel to kill in a mission from [[Borderlands 2]]. His Action Skill, Expendable Assets, which was revealed through a leaked photo, can be used to summon several digital copies of himself to fight for him, similar to the real Jack's ability in Borderlands 2.

==Recurring characters==
===Primary antagonists===
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====Commandant Steele====
'''Commandant Helga Steele''' (voiced by [[Lani Minella]]) is the main antagonist of ''Borderlands'' and a Siren like Lilith. As a commanding officer of the Crimson Lance's D Company, 3rd Starborne Brigade, Steele is in charge of maintaining the Atlas Corporation's control over Pandora and the alien technologies hidden throughout the planet. Throughout the game, Steele frequently demands that the Vault Hunters turn over the Vault Key to her and leave the planet. As the plot progresses, her demands get more direct, and Steele eventually declares martial law on Pandora as she sends her soldiers to stop the Vault Hunters. After stealing the completed Vault Key from Tannis, Steele leads the Crimson Lance to the Vault and opens it, only to be promptly impaled by The Destroyer as it awakens.

Steele's death throws Atlas's control over Pandora into chaos, and her superior officer '''General Knoxx''' (believed to be voiced by Stan Robak) is sent to restore order to the planet, as seen in the DLC campaign ''The Secret Armory of General Knoxx''. However, Knoxx's disdain for his assignment and Atlas's military practices in general drives him to the brink of suicide until the Vault Hunters arrive to raid his weapon stockpile, which gives Knoxx an excuse to die in proper combat instead. Both Steele and Knoxx return as bosses in the DLC campaign ''Claptrap's New Robot Revolution'', having been revived and "claptrapped" to serve the Claptrap army in overthrowing the humans.

====Handsome Jack====
'''Handsome Jack''' (voiced by [[Dameon Clarke]]) is the main antagonist in ''Borderlands 2'' and ''Tales from the Borderlands'', named for the attractive mask that covers his scarred and disfigured face marked with a vault symbol. Originally a minor employee of the Hyperion Corporation, Jack was the first to learn of the Vault on Pandora and manipulated the events of the first ''Borderlands'' game to have it opened, then stole all of the credit for finding it (even going so far as to claim responsibility for killing The Destroyer). After staking his claim on the Eridium ore that grew through the planet from the Vault's opening, Jack became the President of Hyperion and began his campaign to conquer the savage planet and bring "civilized" corporate control to Pandora as its "benevolent" dictator.

As ''Borderlands 2'' begins, Handsome Jack has already established all-but-total control over Pandora. Among such acts as destroying the town of New Haven, annexing Fyrestone, and beginning construction of Hyperion's corporate capital of Opportunity, he has set up a geostationary Moonbase (in the shape of an 'H') in the Lagrange point between Pandora and Pandora's geostationary moon, which acts as an homage to his ego and as a supply base from which he can send supplies, troops and artillery fire down to Pandora. The Moonbase also has a lens that allows Jack to keep an eye on the Vault Hunters at all times, which he shows off frequently by taunting and insulting them throughout their adventure, after Angel's death, however, Jack drops his arrogant facade and reveals his true personality: that of a cruel, childish, and petty dictator with a pathological hatred of all life on Pandora native or otherwise (possibly stemming from his life with an apparently abusive grandmother).

Jack's ultimate goal is to find the second Vault on Pandora and open it to release an ancient alien Warrior that will enable him to burn away everything on Pandora that opposes him. After stealing the Vault Key from Tannis, Jack uses his Siren daughter Angel to charge the key by pumping her full of Eridium ore. Angel tries to stop Jack's plans by getting the Vault Hunters to kill her, but Jack retaliates by kidnapping Lilith and making her finish the process. At the end of the game, Jack succeeds in releasing The Warrior, but it is killed by the Vault Hunters and Jack himself is finally silenced for good in the middle of delivering a hateful rant in which he attempts to justify his actions (which ends up sounding much like a child throwing a tantrum), but he can also be killed by Lilith if he is allowed to finish, which will reveal that his face is scarred with burns, cuts, and a Vault symbol, as well as the fact that he is blind in one eye.

Jack appears in ''Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!'' at first as a protagonist, and later as a [[Byronic]] protagonist. At this point, Jack is still a lowly programmer working on Helios, the Hyperion space station later seen as the giant 'H' shaped moonbase and is currently under siege by the Lost Legion, a group of ex-Dahl soldiers led jointly by Tungsteena Zarpedon and a female Eridan. He hires Wilhelm, Nisha, Athena, and Claptrap to help him fight off the invasion and sends them to Elpis to stop a jamming signal set by the Lost Legion. As time goes on, Jack makes more and more questionable choices and eventually outright decides to seize power using the eye of the Destroyer embedded in Helios. He is stopped by Lilith, who burns a Vault Symbol into his face with an artifact found in the Elpis Vault. Jack is driven mad by the pain and the visions the artifact gave him and declares vengeance on all of Pandora. It is then that he became Handsome Jack, setting the stage for ''Borderlands 2''

===Supporting characters===
====Angel====
'''Angel''', (voiced by Jennifer Green, portrayed live-action by Brittani Johnson, and voiced as a child in ''Borderlands 2'' by [[Brina Palencia]]) known through Pandora as the '''Guardian Angel''', is initially thought to be an A.I. (Artificial Intelligence) who guides the Vault Hunters in both ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2''. She appears as a woman with pale skin, black hair and piercing blue eyes. She appears in the opening cutscene of the first ''Borderlands'', where she tells the Vault Hunters to listen to her if they want to open the Vault. Throughout the game, Angel provides advice and encouragement to help the Vault Hunters achieve this goal. However, Angel's true origin is hinted in the ending as her image fades to the shot of a Hyperion satellite in orbit.

Unknown to the Vault Hunters at the time, Angel was in reality working for Handsome Jack as part of his long-term plan to conquer Pandora. In ''Borderlands 2'', Angel initially appears to the new Vault Hunters with the same role to encourage and guide them towards their goal. However, her true role as Handsome Jack's servant is revealed when she reluctantly hacks into Sanctuary's systems and disables the shields, allowing Jack to blast the city apart from his Moonbase. Only Lilith's powers allows the city to escape Jack's wrath as it reveals its true form as a mining ship and flies away into the sky, where it remains for the rest of the game opposite the Moonbase.

No longer willing to betray any more innocent lives to Jack in the wake of his attack on Sanctuary, Angel aids the Vault Hunters in defeating him after revealing that she has the Vault Key needed to open the Vault. After extensive preparation and conflict, the Vault Hunters and Roland enter into Control Core Angel, where it is revealed that Angel is not an A.I., but is a Siren and Handsome Jack's daughter. She demands that the Vault Hunters kill her by cutting off her Eridium supply so that Jack cannot finish charging the Vault Key. Once done, Angel dies from Eridium withdrawal, her final words to Jack being "You're an asshole."

====Marcus Kincaid====
'''Marcus Kincaid''' (voiced by Bruce DuBose) is a merchant and entrepreneur who runs Marcus Munitions, Pandora's leading supplier of guns. With little morals to speak of, Marcus is always on the look out for new ways to make some profits, regardless of who or what gets involved. He is also one of Mad Moxxi's ex-husbands and sometimes shows signs that he misses her. Marcus runs the gun-dispensing vending machines in ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2'', as well a bus service in ''Borderlands'' that brings the Vault Hunters to the town of Fyrestone in the beginning of the game. He is also the series's narrator, and many of the DLC campaigns humorously involve him conversing with his audience, a young orphan, about the meaning of the story or trivial matters such as swearing. It is also revealed in the "Captain Scarlett and her Pirate's Booty" DLC, that the reason Marcus is telling the story to the orphan is so that the boy (who is learning good story structure) can take over as the narrator once Marcus dies.

====Dr. Zed====
'''Dr. Zed''' (voiced by Ric Spiegel) is Pandora's leading (and only) medical practitioner, despite the fact that he technically isn't a real doctor and can be somewhat shady with his requests. He appears in ''Borderlands'' and ''Borderlands 2'' as a supplier of various missions. He mainly operates in Fyrestone and provides some of the earliest missions in ''Borderlands'' to introduce the basic gameplay. In ''Borderlands 2'', he moves his operations to Sanctuary following Hyperion's takeover of Fyrestone.

Dr. Zed's brother, '''Dr. Ned''', (also voiced by Ric Spiegel) appears as the villain of ''The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned'', the first DLC campaign of the original ''Borderlands''. Physically-identical to Dr. Zed save for a tacky mustache inexplicibly growing over his surgical mask, Dr. Ned creates a zombie apocalypse in the far-off region of Jakobs Cove. Dr. Ned later returns in ''Claptrap's New Robot Revolution'' as one of the revived and "claptrapped" soldiers of the Claptrap army.

====T.K. Baha====
'''T.K. Baha''' (voiced by David Eddings) is a crochety-but-optimistic old hermit who lives in the Arid Badlands. Originally a gun designer, he and his wife moved to Pandora following Hyperion's hostile acquisition of his work. Not long afterwards, T.K. lost his wife, his eyesight, and his leg (and later the prosthetic to replace it) to a giant skag named Scar. Regardless, T.K. never loses his upbeat personality, even when bandits hang him by his own leg and leave him to die. In ''The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned'', T.K. returns as one of the reanimated zombies in Jakobs Cove, and can be fed brains from killed zombies as part of an optional series of missions.

In ''Borderlands 2'', T.K.'s niece '''Una Baha''' (voiced by [[Luci Christian]]) asks the Vault Hunters to recover evidence that Hyperion stole T.K.'s gun designs so she can sue them, and the player can decide to send the evidence to either Una or Hyperion for different rewards. T.K. himself (still a zombie) also appears in the DLC mini-chapter ''T.K. Baha's Bloody Harvest'' as a mission provider.

====Dr. Patricia Tannis====
'''Dr. Patricia Tannis''' (voiced by Colleen Clinkenbeard) is an egocentric, anti-social and mentally-unstable researcher who lives on Pandora. She was originally sent to Pandora by the Dahl Corporation to study rumors of the Vault's existence. Despite initial skepticism, Tannis's belief in the Vault grew stronger as her sanity dwindled due to exposure to the alien ruins, the death of her entire research team, and the mounting hardships of living on Pandora. When Dahl was forced to leave Pandora, Tannis chose to stay behind so she could find the Vault and keep its discovery all to herself.

In ''Borderlands'', Commandant Steele manipulates Tannis into giving them information regarding the Vault, then locks her in a Crimson Lance prison after stealing the completed Vault Key from her. After killing The Destroyer, the Vault Hunters are tasked to return the Vault Key to Tannis, which she keeps until Hyperion tortures her into giving it to Handsome Jack. By the time of ''Borderlands 2'', Tannis has been moved to Sanctuary for her own safety.

====Scooter====
'''Scooter''' (voiced by Michael Neumann) is an exceptional mechanic despite his appearance and mannerisms being more akin to the common "redneck". He maintains the Catch-A-Ride units, which the Vault Hunters can use to summon vehicles for faster travel across Pandora, and will also provide various side-missions. His mother is Mad Moxxi, whom he is very protective of when the topic of her various husbands, boyfriends, and one-night stands come up. His overprotectiveness has had some serious consequences, however, the most egregious being his murder of ''Borderlands'' NPC Lucky Zaford, which indirectly reignited tensions between the Zaford family and the Hodunk family, which Scooter once belonged to. In ''Borderlands 2'', Scooter's sister '''Ellie''' (voiced by [[Jamie Marchi]]) is introduced as the very generously-proportioned owner and mechanic of the local junkyard.

====Mad Moxxi====
'''Mad Moxxi''' (voiced by Brina Palencia) is first introduced in the ''Borderlands'' DLC episode ''Mad Moxxi's Underdome Riot'' as the owner and host of Pandora's biggest fighting arena, the Underdome. Having been a skilled fighter in her earlier years, Moxxi loves violence and combat, and she especially loves being at the center of it all. Her sense of modesty definitely isn't what Moxxi is known for, though, as she has had several husbands, lovers both male and female, and innumerable affairs. Despite this, Moxxi is surprisingly refined in her tastes and mannerisms, always speaking with a seductive tone and an innuendo soon following. She can also be quite caring and sympathetic, especially in regards to her children and others close to her.

She appears again in the third DLC episode ''The Secret Armory of General Knoxx'', running a bar called Moxxi's Red Light where Athena takes refuge in and instructs the Vault Hunters to meet her at. By the time the Vault Hunters arrive, however, Athena has already been taken hostage by Moxxi's second husband Mr. Shank. Moxxi reveals what happened and helps the Vault Hunters locate and rescue Athena in Lockdown Palace. When Shank is killed in the process, however, she is stricken with grief over the death of her ex-husband, and tearfully begins making funeral plans as the Vault Hunters are making their way out of the prison.

In ''Borderlands 2'', more of Moxxi's life and family is revealed. Moxxi and her children (including Scooter and Ellie) originally grew up in the hillbilly Hodunk Clan out in the desert but left when she refused to let Ellie become the clan-wife. Moxxi was also involved with Mordecai for a time after the first game until she dumped him for Handsome Jack, though she dumped Jack when she saw just how much of a despot he really was. Jack burned down Moxxi's Underdome shortly afterwards, leaving her bitter and itching for revenge as she relocated to Sanctuary and became the owner of the local bar. She gets her revenge when she hires the Vault Hunters to kill Jack's foreman in Opportunity and flood the building site, which causes Jack to angrily call Moxxi a "bitch".

During the DLC ''Mr. Torgue's Campaign of Carnage'', which takes place during the events of ''Borderlands 2'', Moxxi acts as the Vault Hunters' sponsor in an effort to claim Mr. Torgue's arena and rebuild the Underdome. She first appears as the hostage of arena contender Pyro Pete, although it is unknown how she ended in his custody, and once rescued, helps the Vault Hunters hunt down her cannibalistic ex-girlfriend Motor Momma. She also attempts to talk the Vault Hunters out of murdering a man whom she had sexual affairs with and whom Scooter had ordered the Vault Hunters to eliminate, although whether or not the murder is carried out is up to the discretion of the player.

She later appears as the host of the penultimate DLC ''Mad Moxxi and the Wedding Day Massacre'', where she attempts to end the feud between the Hodunks and their Irish-inspired rivals, the Zafords, by having the Vault Hunters concoct a potion that will make a pair of goliaths, one from each clan, fall in love. The potion works, but the goliaths enter their berserk state soon after and are killed by the Vault Hunters in the ensuing battle. The Hodunks and Zafords then band together and declare war against Moxxi.

In Zoomin.TV Games' "Top 5 MILFs in Gaming" video, Mad Moxxi was awarded first place, calling the character "mad as a box of squirrels and equally as alluring, Mad Moxxi is unquestionably gaming's number one MILF," also showing players how to get under the ''Borderlands 2'' map to get an upskirt view of Moxxi in the bar.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I44O2Yiwm80 Top 5 MILFs in Gaming - YouTube.com]</ref>

====Tiny Tina====
'''Tiny Tina''' (voiced by [[Ashly Burch]]) is a young and very mentally-unstable explosives-and-demolitions expert who is introduced in ''Borderlands 2'' as "the world's deadliest 13-year-old". Tiny Tina's demolitions expertise is first called into action when the Vault Hunters are tasked with stopping a Hyperion supply train believed to be carrying the Vault Key. With that objective in sight, Tina sets the Vault Hunters to the task of finding two "suicide-toy" rockets and set them on target. Her collaboration with the Vault Hunters continues when Tina has them gather items and guests for a "very special" tea party involving a bandit leader named Flesh-Stick, who had indirectly killed Tina's parents by selling them to Hyperion. Recordings can be found in the Animal Exploitation Annex that show that Tina's parents where experimented on and tortured to death on Handsome Jacks orders. Tina escapes when her parents tell her to throw the grenade they hid in her dress.

In the DLC episode ''Mr. Torgue's Campaign of Carnage'', Tiny Tina is hired by Moxxi to be the Vault Hunters' trainer and guide them to win Torgue's tournament. In ''Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep'', Tina hosts a game of "Bunkers and Badasses", a tabletop role-playing parody of ''[[Dungeons & Dragons]]'', and invites the Vault Hunters, Lilith, Mordecai, and Brick to play with her. In the occasion, it is shown how much Tina was attached to Roland, and how difficult it was for her to cope with his death.

====Sir Hammerlock====
'''Sir Hammerlock''' (voiced by [[J. Michael Tatum]]) is introduced in ''Borderlands 2''. He is a hunter who dresses in a ragged, futuristic version of a Victorian adventurer's outfit, with a slouch hat, a broken pair of glasses that looks like a monocle, and a robotic right eye, arm, and leg. The artificial appendages are prosthetics acquired as replacements for limbs lost during a particularly nasty encounter with a massive thresher named "Old Slappy" some years earlier, whom he later has the Vault Hunters hunt and kill. He becomes an early ally of the Vault Hunters when the game first begins and offers some starting mission to introduce the gameplay to new players.

Hammerlock is also a central figure in the third DLC campaign, ''Sir Hammerlock's Big Game Hunt'', where he invites the Vault Hunters to the continent of Aegrus for a hunting safari. While there, Hammerlock and the Vault Hunters stumble upon the plans of the mad Hyperion researcher Professor Nakayama and set out to foil his plans to clone Handsome Jack (if only so that Nakayama will stop whining and begging them to fight him). He give side missions in the DLC for the Vault Hunters to hunt rare variants of familiar and unfamiliar creatures.

====Captain Scarlett====
'''Captain Scarlett''' (voiced by Colleen Clinkenbeard) is the titular NPC of ''Captain Scarlett and Her Pirate's Booty'', the first DLC episode for ''Borderlands 2''. Being a pirate, she is extremely untrustworthy, but ironically also suffers from an honesty streak that makes her blatantly tell her enemies of her treacherous intents. Occasionally, Scarlett can be truly devious, but that usually results from forgetfulness, poor planning, or just bad luck.

Throughout the DLC, Scarlett seeks the lost treasure of the sand pirate Captain Blade and enlists the Vault Hunters to help assemble a compass that will reveal its location. After dealing with water-stealing sand pirates, rogue Hyperion robots, and a smelly Scarlett-obsessed hermit named Herbert while searching for the compass pieces, the Vault Hunters and Scarlett are attacked by the guardian of the lost treasure, the Leviathan. Scarlett chooses this time to make good on her threats to betray her allies and fights the Vault Hunters from atop her pet rakk hive Roscoe, but she escapes once Roscoe is killed. The player then has the choice of taking her pistol, which she dropped during her escape.

====Mr. Torgue====
'''Mister Torgue High-Five Flexington''' (voiced by [[Chris Rager]]) is the eponymous NPC of ''Mr. Torgue's Campaign of Carnage'', the second DLC for ''Borderlands 2'', and the 43-year-old founder (and former president) of the weapons manufacturer Torgue (which he sold to Anton Smith for "twelve dollars and a high five"). He is known for being very loud, over-the-top, and prone to pointless tangents, which greatly annoys his shareholders, yet he is also shown to have a large vocabulary and is an avid feminist.

Having discovered a new Vault on Pandora buried in the Badass Crater of Badassitude that will only open "once the champion of Pandora feeds it the blood of the ultimate coward", Mr. Torgue set up his Campaign of Carnage as a tournament to find this champion and open the Vault. Though he features heavily in the DLC, Torgue himself does not appear "in the flesh" except in the introductory movie. He instead relays running commentary from his "space-truck" in deep orbit around Pandora.

Mr. Torgue is featured in the DLC ''Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep'' in person, where it is revealed that "Mister Torgue" is his first name, and Flexington is his last. He also admits to being an avid lover of Sci-Fi, fantasy, Unicorns, and *BLEEP* (in that order), and even breaks down in sobs when he is not allowed to play at first.

In the DLC mini-episode ''The Horrendous Hunger of the Wattle Gobbler'', Mr. Torgue hosts a competition challenging Pandora to defeat a giant turkey monster called the Wattle Gobbler, which the Torgue Corporation's President Smith has rigged to be unwinnable. Instead, Mr. Torgue works with the Vault Hunters to weaken the Wattle Gobbler enough to kill it and he is fired as a result, he then ends up going to work for Moxxi. Mr. Torgue's Grandma Flexington also appears in the DLC, who mentions that "High-Five" is Mr. Torgue's middle name, following the Flexington tradition of using the grandfather's name as his middle name.

==References==
{{Reflist}}

{{Borderlands series}}

{{DEFAULTSORT:Borderlands 2}}
[[Category:Lists of video game characters]]

2K Australia

2014-10-22T14:32:50Z

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{{Infobox company
| name = 2K Australia
| logo = [[Image:2KAustralialogo.png|100px]]
| caption =
| type = [[Subsidiary]] of [[2K Games]]
| foundation = 2002
| location = [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]]
| industry = [[Video game industry|Computer and video games]] [[Interactive entertainment]]
| products = [[Video game]]s
| owner = [[Take-Two Interactive]]
| parent = [[2K Games]]
| homepage =
}}
'''2K Australia''' is an [[Australia]]n [[video game developer]] based in [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]] founded in 2000 as Irrational Canberra with Jonathan Chey taking the helm but in 2007 they changed there name to 2K Australia. The studio's main focus according to press releases is to develop new intellectual property and co-develop products with other 2K studios.

In 2004 Irrational designers Ed Orman and Dean Tate awarded "Best Design" in the [[Australian Game Developers Conference|Australian Game Developer Awards]], as well as the studio receiving "Best Game of 2004" and "Best PC Game".

Originally part of [[Irrational Games]], 2K Australia joined [[2K Marin]] in 2010 upon the announcement of its new [[XCOM]] game. However, in late 2011 2K Marin and 2K Australia separated once again.<ref>http://au.ign.com/companies/2k-australia</ref>

2K is Australia's only [[AAA (game industry)|AAA developer]].

== List of video games ==
{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" | Year
! rowspan="2" | Title
! colspan="5" | Platform(s)
|-
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Linux]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Mac OS|Mac]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]
|-
| 2002
| ''[[Freedom Force (2002 video game)|Freedom Force]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2004
| ''[[Tribes: Vengeance]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[SWAT 4]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2008
| ''[[BioShock]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{yes}}
|-
| 2010
| ''[[BioShock 2]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[The Bureau: XCOM Declassified]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2014
| ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* {{Official website|www.2kaustralia.com}}

{{Take-Two Interactive}}
{{Irrational Games}}

[[Category:Take-Two Interactive]]
[[Category:Video game companies of Australia]]
[[Category:Video game development companies]]
[[Category:Companies established in 2000]]
[[Category:Companies based in Canberra]]
[[Category:Australian subsidiaries of foreign companies]]

2K Australia

2014-10-22T14:32:08Z

59.101.79.112:

{{Infobox company
| name = 2K Australia
| logo = [[Image:2KAustralialogo.png|100px]]
| caption =
| type = [[Subsidiary]] of [[2K Games]]
| foundation = 2002
| location = [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]]
| industry = [[Video game industry|Computer and video games]] [[Interactive entertainment]]
| products = [[Video game]]s
| owner = [[Take-Two Interactive]]
| parent = [[2K Games]]
| homepage =
}}
'''2K Australia''' is an [[Australia]]n [[video game developer]] based in [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]] founded in 2000 as Irrational Canberra with Jonathan Chey taking the helm but in 2007 they changed there name to 2K Australia. The studio's main focus according to press releases is to develop new intellectual property and co-develop products with other 2K studios.

In 2004 Irrational designers Ed Orman and Dean Tate awarded "Best Design" in the [[Australian Game Developers Conference|Australian Game Developer Awards]], as well as the studio receiving "Best Game of 2004" and "Best PC Game".

Originally part of [[Irrational Games]], 2K Australia joined [[2K Marin]] in 2010 upon the announcement of its new [[XCOM]] game. However, in late 2011 2K Marin and 2K Australia separated once again.<ref>http://au.ign.com/companies/2k-australia</ref>

2K is Australia's only [[AAA (game industry)}AAA developer]].

== List of video games ==
{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" | Year
! rowspan="2" | Title
! colspan="5" | Platform(s)
|-
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Linux]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Mac OS|Mac]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]
|-
| 2002
| ''[[Freedom Force (2002 video game)|Freedom Force]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2004
| ''[[Tribes: Vengeance]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[SWAT 4]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2008
| ''[[BioShock]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{yes}}
|-
| 2010
| ''[[BioShock 2]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[The Bureau: XCOM Declassified]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2014
| ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* {{Official website|www.2kaustralia.com}}

{{Take-Two Interactive}}
{{Irrational Games}}

[[Category:Take-Two Interactive]]
[[Category:Video game companies of Australia]]
[[Category:Video game development companies]]
[[Category:Companies established in 2000]]
[[Category:Companies based in Canberra]]
[[Category:Australian subsidiaries of foreign companies]]

2K Australia

2014-10-22T14:20:55Z

59.101.79.112:

{{Infobox company
| name = 2K Australia
| logo = [[Image:2KAustralialogo.png|100px]]
| caption =
| type = [[Subsidiary]] of [[2K Games]]
| foundation = 2002
| location = [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]]
| industry = [[Video game industry|Computer and video games]] [[Interactive entertainment]]
| products = [[Video game]]s
| owner = [[Take-Two Interactive]]
| parent = [[2K Games]]
| homepage =
}}
'''2K Australia''' is an [[Australia]]n [[video game developer]] based in [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]] founded in 2000 as Irrational Canberra with Jonathan Chey taking the helm but in 2007 they changed there name to 2K Australia. The studio's main focus according to press releases is to develop new intellectual property and co-develop products with other 2K studios.

In 2004 Irrational designers Ed Orman and Dean Tate awarded "Best Design" in the [[Australian Game Developers Conference|Australian Game Developer Awards]], as well as the studio receiving "Best Game of 2004" and "Best PC Game".

Originally part of [[Irrational Games]], 2K Australia joined [[2K Marin]] in 2010 upon the announcement of its new [[XCOM]] game. However, in late 2011 2K Marin and 2K Australia separated once again.<ref>http://au.ign.com/companies/2k-australia</ref>

2K is Australia's only AAA developer.

== List of video games ==
{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" | Year
! rowspan="2" | Title
! colspan="5" | Platform(s)
|-
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Linux]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Mac OS|Mac]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]
|-
| 2002
| ''[[Freedom Force (2002 video game)|Freedom Force]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2004
| ''[[Tribes: Vengeance]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[SWAT 4]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2008
| ''[[BioShock]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{yes}}
|-
| 2010
| ''[[BioShock 2]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[The Bureau: XCOM Declassified]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2014
| ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* {{Official website|www.2kaustralia.com}}

{{Take-Two Interactive}}
{{Irrational Games}}

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2K Australia

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{{Infobox company
| name = 2K Australia
| logo = [[Image:2KAustralialogo.png|100px]]
| caption =
| type = [[Subsidiary]] of [[2K Games]]
| foundation = 2002
| location = [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]]
| industry = [[Video game industry|Computer and video games]] [[Interactive entertainment]]
| products = [[Video game]]s
| owner = [[Take-Two Interactive]]
| parent = [[2K Games]]
| homepage =
}}
'''2K Australia''' is an [[Australia]]n [[video game developer]] based in [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]] founded in 2000 as Irrational Canberra with Jonathan Chey taking the helm but in 2007 they changed there name to 2K Australia. The studio's main focus according to press releases is to develop new intellectual property and co-develop products with other 2K studios

In 2004 Irrational designers Ed Orman and Dean Tate awarded "Best Design" in the Australian Game Developer Awards, as well as the studio receiving "Best Game of 2004" and "Best PC Game".

Originally part of [[Irrational Games]], 2K Australia joined [[2K Marin]] in 2010 upon the announcement of its new [[XCOM]] game. However, in late 2011 2K Marin and 2K Australia separated once again.<ref>http://au.ign.com/companies/2k-australia</ref>

2K is Australia's only AAA developer.

== List of video games ==
{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" | Year
! rowspan="2" | Title
! colspan="5" | Platform(s)
|-
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Linux]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Mac OS|Mac]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]
|-
| 2002
| ''[[Freedom Force (2002 video game)|Freedom Force]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2004
| ''[[Tribes: Vengeance]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[SWAT 4]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2008
| ''[[BioShock]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{yes}}
|-
| 2010
| ''[[BioShock 2]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[The Bureau: XCOM Declassified]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2014
| ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* {{Official website|www.2kaustralia.com}}

{{Take-Two Interactive}}
{{Irrational Games}}

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[[Category:Video game companies of Australia]]
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[[Category:Australian subsidiaries of foreign companies]]

2K Australia

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{{Infobox company
| name = 2K Australia
| logo = [[Image:2KAustralialogo.png|100px]]
| caption =
| type = [[Subsidiary]] of [[2K Games]]
| foundation = 2002
| location = [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]]
| industry = [[Video game industry|Computer and video games]] [[Interactive entertainment]]
| products = [[Video game]]s
| owner = [[Take-Two Interactive]]
| parent = [[2K Games]]
| homepage =
}}
'''2K Australia''' is an [[Australia]]n [[video game developer]] based in [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]]. The studio's main focus according to press releases is to develop new intellectual property and co-develop products with other 2K studios

Originally part of [[Irrational Games]], 2K Australia joined [[2K Marin]] in 2010 upon the announcement of its new [[XCOM]] game. However, in late 2011 2K Marin and 2K Australia separated once again.<ref>http://au.ign.com/companies/2k-australia</ref>

2K is Australia's only AAA developer.

== List of video games ==
{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" | Year
! rowspan="2" | Title
! colspan="5" | Platform(s)
|-
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Linux]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Mac OS|Mac]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]
|-
| 2002
| ''[[Freedom Force (2002 video game)|Freedom Force]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2004
| ''[[Tribes: Vengeance]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[SWAT 4]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2008
| ''[[BioShock]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{yes}}
|-
| 2010
| ''[[BioShock 2]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[The Bureau: XCOM Declassified]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2014
| ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* {{Official website|www.2kaustralia.com}}

{{Take-Two Interactive}}
{{Irrational Games}}

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Irrational Games

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2K Australia

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{{Infobox company
| name = 2K Australia
| logo = [[Image:2KAustralialogo.png|100px]]
| caption =
| type = [[Subsidiary]] of [[2K Games]]
| foundation = 2002
| location = [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]]
| industry = [[Video game industry|Computer and video games]] [[Interactive entertainment]]
| products = [[Video game]]s
| owner = [[Take-Two Interactive]]
| parent = [[2K Games]]
| homepage =
}}
'''2K Australia''' is an [[Australia]]n [[video game developer]] based in [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]]. The studio's main focus according to press releases is to develop new intellectual property and co-develop products with other 2K studios

Originally part of [[Irrational Games]], 2K Australia joined [[2K Marin]] in 2010 upon the announcement of its new [[XCOM]] game. However, in late 2011 2K Marin and 2K Australia separated once again.<ref>http://au.ign.com/companies/2k-australia</ref>

2K is Australia's only AAA developer.

== List of video games ==
{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" | Year
! rowspan="2" | Title
! colspan="5" | Platform(s)
|-
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Linux]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Mac OS|Mac]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]
|-
| 2002
| ''[[Freedom Force (2002 video game)|Freedom Force]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2004
| ''[[Tribes: Vengeance]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[SWAT 4]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2008
| ''[[BioShock]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{yes}}
|-
| 2010
| ''[[BioShock 2]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[The Bureau: XCOM Declassified]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2014
| ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* {{Official website|www.2kaustralia.com}}

{{Take-Two Interactive}}
{{Irrational Games}}

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[[Category:Companies established in 2002]]
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[[Category:Australian subsidiaries of foreign companies]]

Irrational Games

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{{Infobox company
| name = Irrational Games
| logo = [[File:IrrationalGames new logo.jpg|200px]]
| caption =
| type = [[Subsidiary]]
| foundation = 1997
| defunct = 2014
| location_city = [[Quincy, Massachusetts]]
| location_country = [[United States]]
| key_people = [[Ken Levine (video game designer)|Ken Levine]] Jonathan Chey Robert Fermier
| industry = [[Video game industry|Computer and video games]] [[Interactive entertainment]]
| products = [[Video game]]s
| revenue =
| operating_income =
| net_income =
| owner = [[Take-Two Interactive]]
| num_employees = 91 (at the time of closure)
| parent = [[2K Games]]
| homepage = http://www.irrationalgames.com/
}}

'''Irrational Games''' (known briefly as '''2K Boston, Inc./2K Australia Pty. Ltd.''') was a [[video game developer]] founded in 1997 by three former employees of [[Looking Glass Studios]]: [[Ken Levine (video game designer)|Ken Levine]], Jonathan Chey, and Robert Fermier as Irrational Games. On January 9, 2006, [[Take-Two Interactive]] announced that they had purchased Irrational, and would publish their games under the [[2K Games]] label.

At its largest point Irrational had two studios, one in [[Quincy, Massachusetts]], [[United States|USA]] just outside [[Boston]], [[Massachusetts]] and the other in [[Canberra]], [[Australia]].

A third studio, [[2K Marin]], was split off from 2K Boston in 2007, with five former Irrational Games employees leaving to join the new company. [[2K Marin]] worked with [[2K Australia]] on ''[[BioShock 2]]''.

The Canberra studio ([[2K Australia]]) separated from the Boston studio at some point after 2007, and merged with 2K Marin in 2010.

In late July 2010, several media outlets reported that a recently created [[website]], whatisicarus.com, was a promotion relating to Irrational Games' unannounced project. The following week, information about the game was again teased, with the trailer confirmed for release on August 12, 2010.<ref>{{cite web|last=Totilo|first=Stephen|title=BioShock Creators’ Next Game Debuts Next Week, Trailer On Aug. 12|url=http://kotaku.com/5602577/bioshock-creators-next-game-debuts-next-week-trailer-on-aug-12|publisher=Kotaku}}</ref> It turned out to be ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''.

[[Ken Levine (video game designer)|Ken Levine]] announced on February 18, 2014 that Irrational Games will be closing down, with fifteen members of the staff to follow Levine to focus on digital-download, narrative-driven games for Take-Two. Levine stated "I am winding down Irrational Games as you know it. I’ll be starting a smaller, more entrepreneurial endeavor at Take-Two."<ref name=Defunct>{{cite web |url=http://irrationalgames.com/new-featured/a-message-from-ken-levine-2/ |title=''A Message From Ken Levine'' about the closing of Irrational Games and the future of the studio |accessdate=February 18, 2014 |publisher=Irrational Games, Ken Levine}}</ref>

==History==
[[Image:IrrationalGames.png|right|thumb|Original Irrational Games logo]]
* 1997 – Boston studio formed by former [[Looking Glass Studios]] employees [[Ken Levine (game developer)|Ken Levine]], Jonathan Chey, and Robert Fermier.
* 1999 – ''[[System Shock 2]]'' released to critical acclaim.
* 2000 – Irrational Canberra opens, with Jonathan Chey taking the helm. ''Deep Cover'' is cancelled.
* 2002 – Legal issues with publisher [[Crave Entertainment]] result in the development of ''[[The Lost (video game)|The Lost]]'' being halted.
* 2004 – Irrational designers Ed Orman and Dean Tate awarded "Best Design" in the Australian Game Developer Awards, as well as the studio receiving "Best Game of 2004" and "Best PC Game".
* 2005 – Irrational's Boston studio moves to larger office space in [[Quincy, Massachusetts]]. The studio retains the "Irrational Games Boston" title.
* 2006 – Irrational is acquired by [[Take-Two Interactive]], under the [[2K Games]] publishing arm.<ref>http://ir.take2games.com/ReleaseDetail.cfm?ReleaseID=183561</ref>
* 2007 – Irrational Games is renamed to 2K Boston and 2K Australia on August 10.<ref name="namechange">{{Cite web|url=http://home.businesswire.com/portal/site/google/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20070810005400&newsLang=en|title=Irrational Games Renamed 2K Boston and 2K Australia|publisher=[[Business Wire]]|date=2007-08-10|accessdate=2010-09-16}}</ref> ''[[BioShock]]'' released August 21 to wide critical acclaim and strong sales.
* 2010 - 2K Boston announces its return to its original name, "Irrational Games" on January 8.<ref>[http://gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2010/01/08/the-return-of-irrational-games.aspx The Return Of Irrational Games]</ref> 2K Australia merges with 2K Marin<ref name=ausmerge>{{Cite web| url=http://www.kotaku.com.au/2010/04/2k-studio-name-madness-continues-with-new-xcom-game/ | title=2K Studio Name Madness Continues With New XCOM Game|accessdate=2010-04-28|date=2010-04-16|publisher=Kotaku Australia|first=Luke|last=Plunkett}}</ref> and announces ''[[XCOM]]'' on April 14.

Shortly after ''BioShock'' was released, rumors arose that many of the staff who had worked on the game were leaving 2K Boston/Australia. In 2007, five members of the 2K Boston team moved to a new 2K Games studio in [[Novato, California]].<ref name=levineinterview>{{Cite web| url=http://www.gamespot.com/news/6206477.html | title=Q&A: Ken Levine talks BioShock, reminisces about X-Com |accessdate=2009-04-09|date=2009-03-20|publisher=GameSpot}}</ref> Soon after, 2K Games announced the formation of [[2K Marin]] in Novato.<ref name=2kmarin>{{Cite web| url=http://www.gamespot.com/news/6184063.html | title=Take-Two confirms 2K Marin |accessdate=2009-04-09|date=2007-12-17|publisher=GameSpot}}</ref>

Before Irrational started development on ''BioShock Infinite'', the studio did preliminary work for the ''XCOM'' project that later became ''[[The Bureau: XCOM Declassified]]''.<ref name="polygon1">{{cite web|url=http://www.polygon.com/2014/3/6/5474722/why-did-irrational-close-bioshock-infinite|title=The final years of Irrational Games, according to those who were there|last=Plante|first=Chris|date=6 March 2014|work=[[Polygon (website)|Polygon]]|publisher=[[Vox Media]]|accessdate=6 March 2014}}</ref>

===Closing of the studio===
On 18 February 2014 it was announced by Ken Levine via an open letter posted on the Irrational Games Website that Irrational Games would be closing. All but fifteen members of the Irrational Games staff would get laid off with the team helping them to find new jobs within and outside of 2K Games and that 2K was now in charge of the ''BioShock'' IP. A career day was hosted by Irrational Games for the remaining 75 employees to help seek employment at 57 other studios.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.polygon.com/2014/2/28/5458470/irrational-games-closure-layoffs-75-job-fair-57-studios |title=Irrational Games closure led to 75 layoffs, job fair hosted 57 studios |date=February 28, 2014|accessdate=April 15, 2014 |publisher=Polygon}}</ref>

Levine and the 15 remaining members of the team would be creating new, smaller games focusing on a replayable narrative for the core gamers. It was said that Levine's studio will continue to keep the Irrational name, although Take-Two later stated that it was not true.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2014-05-14-take-two-ceo-open-to-buying-more-studios | title = Take-Two CEO open to buying more studios | first = Chris | last = Morris | date = 14 May 2014 | accessdate = 14 May 2014 | publisher = [[GamesIndustry.biz]] }}</ref> The studio's games will be released digitally with Take-Two/2K Games funding and publishing them.<ref name=Defunct />

== List of video games ==
{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" | Year
! rowspan="2" | Title
! colspan="6" | Platform(s)
|-
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Mac OS|Mac]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]

|-
| 1999
| ''[[System Shock 2]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
|-
| 2002
| ''[[Freedom Force (2002 video game)|Freedom Force]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
|-
| 2004
| ''[[Tribes: Vengeance]]''
| {{No}}
| {{NA}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[Freedom Force vs the 3rd Reich]]''
| {{No}}
| {{NA}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[SWAT 4]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{NA}}
|-
| 2007
| ''[[BioShock]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}

|-
| 2013
| ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|}

=== Cancelled video games ===
* ''Deep Cover''
* ''Division 9''
* ''Monster Island''
* ''[[The Lost (video game)|The Lost]]''
* ''Freedom Force 3''
* ''Untitled [[BioShock (series)|BioShock]] [[Playstation Vita|Vita]] game''

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
* [http://www.IrrationalGames.com/ Irrational Games (US)]
* [http://www.Irrational.com.au/ Irrational Games (AU)]
* [http://www.2kboston.com/ 2K Boston (Quincy, Massachusetts)]
* [http://www.2kaustralia.com/ 2K Australia (Canberra, ACT)]
* [http://www.mobygames.com/company/irrational-games ''Irrational Games''] profile on [[MobyGames]]
{{Take-Two Interactive}}
{{Ken Levine}}

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2K Australia

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{{Infobox company
| name = 2K Australia
| logo = [[Image:2KAustralialogo.png|100px]]
| caption =
| type = [[Subsidiary]] of [[2K Games]]
| foundation = 2007
| location = [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]]
| industry = [[Video game industry|Computer and video games]] [[Interactive entertainment]]
| products = [[Video game]]s
| owner = [[Take-Two Interactive]]
| parent = [[2K Games]]
| homepage =
}}
'''2K Australia''' is an [[Australia]]n [[video game developer]] based in [[Canberra]], [[Australian Capital Territory]]. The studio's main focus according to press releases is to develop new intellectual property and co-develop products with other 2K studios

Originally part of [[Irrational Games]], 2K Australia joined [[2K Marin]] in 2010 upon the announcement of its new [[XCOM]] game. However, in late 2011 2K Marin and 2K Australia separated once again.<ref>http://au.ign.com/companies/2k-australia</ref>

2K is Australia's only AAA developer.

== List of video games ==
{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" | Year
! rowspan="2" | Title
! colspan="5" | Platform(s)
|-
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Linux]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Mac OS|Mac]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]
|-
| 2002
| ''[[Freedom Force (2002 video game)|Freedom Force]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2004
| ''[[Tribes: Vengeance]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[SWAT 4]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2008
| ''[[BioShock]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{yes}}
|-
| 2010
| ''[[BioShock 2]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[The Bureau: XCOM Declassified]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2014
| ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* {{Official website|www.2kaustralia.com}}

{{Take-Two Interactive}}
{{Irrational Games}}

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[[Category:Video game companies of Australia]]
[[Category:Video game development companies]]
[[Category:Companies established in 2007]]
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2K Marin

2014-10-22T13:58:31Z

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{{Infobox company
| name = 2K Marin
| logo = [[Image:2kmarinlogo.png|100px]]
| caption =
| type = [[Subsidiary]] of [[2K Games]]
| foundation = 2007
| location = [[Novato, California]], [[United States]]
| industry = [[Video game industry|Computer and video games]] [[Interactive entertainment]]
| products = [[Video game]]s
| owner = [[Take-Two Interactive]]
| parent = [[2K Games]]
| homepage = [http://www.2kmarin.com/ 2KMarin.com]
}}

'''2K Marin''' is an [[United States|American]] [[video game developer]] based in [[Novato, California|Novato]], [[Marin County, California]], [[United States]]. The studio's main focus according to press releases is to develop new intellectual property and co-develop products with other 2K studios.<ref name=marinform>{{cite web| url=http://ir.take2games.com/ReleaseDetail.cfm?ReleaseID=282002 | title=Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. Announces Formation of 2K Marin |accessdate=2008-05-28|date=2007-12-17|publisher=Take 2 Interactive}} {{Dead link|date=October 2010|bot=H3llBot}}</ref>

The Novato studio was spun off from [[Irrational Games]] (briefly known as [[2K Boston]]/[[2K Australia]]) in 2007, after the release of [[BioShock]]. The Canberra studio, '''2K Australia''', was originally part of Irrational Games. It joined 2K Marin in 2010, upon the announcement of its new [[XCOM]] game,<ref name=ausmerge>{{cite web| url=http://www.kotaku.com.au/2010/04/2k-studio-name-madness-continues-with-new-xcom-game/ | title=2K Studio Name Madness Continues With New XCOM Game|accessdate=2010-04-28|date=2010-04-16|publisher=Kotaku Australia|first=Luke|last=Plunkett| archiveurl= http://web.archive.org/web/20100421023631/http://www.kotaku.com.au/2010/04/2k-studio-name-madness-continues-with-new-xcom-game/| archivedate= 21 April 2010 | deadurl= no}}</ref> became 2K Australia again in 2011
and used heavily by [[Irrational Games]] for development work for ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''.<ref name="polygon 2K Marin">{{cite web | url = http://www.polygon.com/2013/2/12/3979724/bioshock-infinite-development-relied-heavily-on-australian-team | title = BioShock Infinite development relied heavily on Australian team | first = Jenna | last = Pitcher | date = 2013-02-12 | accessdate = 2013-02-12 | publisher = [[Polygon (website)|Polygon]] }}</ref>

In October 2013 the studio underwent staff reductions. According to an anonymous source, the only employees retaining their jobs are to be folded into the new Bay Area 2K Studio led by Rod Fergusson.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.polygon.com/2013/10/17/4849484/the-bureau-xcom-declassified-dev-2k-marin-undergoing-layoffs|title=BioShock 2, The Bureau: XCOM Declassified dev 2K Marin hit with massive layoffs |last=McElroy|first=Griffin|date=17 October 2013|work=[[Polygon (website)|Polygon]]|publisher=[[Vox Media]]|accessdate=18 October 2013}}</ref> Fergusson announced he had left the studio to work with Microsoft on a new Gears of War game, leaving the state of his former San Francisco studio unknown. With the closure of [[Irrational Games]], 2K CEO Strauss Zelnick has said that 2K Marin will be taking control over the BioShock series.

== List of video games ==
{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" | Year
! rowspan="2" | Title
! colspan="4" | Platform(s)
|-
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Mac OS|Mac]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]
|-
| 2007
| ''[[BioShock]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2010
| ''[[BioShock 2]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[The Bureau: XCOM Declassified]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|}

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.2kmarin.com/ Official 2K Marin Website]

{{Take-Two Interactive}}
{{Irrational Games}}

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2K Australia

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{{Infobox company
| name = 2K Australia
| logo = [[Image:2KAustralialogo.png|100px]]
| caption =
| type = [[Subsidiary]] of [[2K Games]]
| foundation = 2007
| location = [[Canberra]], [[Australia]]
| industry = [[Video game industry|Computer and video games]] [[Interactive entertainment]]
| products = [[Video game]]s
| owner = [[Take-Two Interactive]]
| parent = [[2K Games]]
| homepage =
}}
'''2K Australia''' is an [[Australia]]n video game developer based in [[Canberra, Australia]].

Originally part of [[Irrational Games]], 2K Australia joined [[2K Marin]] in 2010 upon the announcement of its new [[XCOM]] game. However, in late 2011 2K Marin and 2K Australia separated once again.<ref>http://au.ign.com/companies/2k-australia</ref>

2K is Australia's only AAA developer.

== List of video games ==
{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" | Year
! rowspan="2" | Title
! colspan="5" | Platform(s)
|-
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Linux]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Mac OS|Mac]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]
|-
| 2002
| ''[[Freedom Force (2002 video game)|Freedom Force]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2004
| ''[[Tribes: Vengeance]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[SWAT 4]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2008
| ''[[BioShock]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{yes}}
|-
| 2010
| ''[[BioShock 2]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[The Bureau: XCOM Declassified]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2014
| ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* {{Official website|www.2kaustralia.com}}

{{Take-Two Interactive}}
{{Irrational Games}}

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2K Australia

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{{refimprove|date=August 2014}}
'''2K Australia''' is an [[Australia]]n video game developer based in [[Canberra, Australia]].

Originally part of [[Irrational Games]], 2K Australia joined [[2K Marin]] in 2010 upon the announcement of its new [[XCOM]] game. However, in late 2011 2K Marin and 2K Australia separated once again.<ref>http://au.ign.com/companies/2k-australia</ref>

2K is Australia's only AAA developer.

== List of video games ==
{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" | Year
! rowspan="2" | Title
! colspan="5" | Platform(s)
|-
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Linux]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Mac OS|Mac]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[PlayStation 3|PS3]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Microsoft Windows|Win]]
! style="width:3em; font-size:90%" | [[Xbox 360|X360]]
|-
| 2002
| ''[[Freedom Force (2002 video game)|Freedom Force]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2004
| ''[[Tribes: Vengeance]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2005
| ''[[SWAT 4]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}
|-
| 2008
| ''[[BioShock]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{yes}}
|-
| 2010
| ''[[BioShock 2]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[BioShock Infinite]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2013
| ''[[The Bureau: XCOM Declassified]]''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|-
| 2014
| ''[[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!]]''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* {{Official website|www.2kaustralia.com}}

{{Take-Two Interactive}}
{{Irrational Games}}

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Miranda Lawson

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{{Infobox VG character
| image = [[File:Miranda Lawson.png]]
| caption =
| series = ''[[Mass Effect]]''
| firstappearance = ''[[Mass Effect (video game)|Mass Effect]]'' (2007)
| voiceactor = [[Yvonne Strahovski]]
}}

'''Miranda Lawson''' is a fictional character that appears in the [[Mass Effect]] [[Fictional universe|fictional universe]].

Miranda Lawson is a Cerberus officer and appears in ''[[Mass Effect 2]]'' as a [[SSV Normandy]] crew member who is also Shepard's second-in-command. She also had an appearance in ''[[Mass Effect Galaxy]]''. In ''Galaxy'', Miranda communicates with Jacob Taylor as a hologram, and is his main source of information on how to stop the batarian threat.

A few months after the destruction of the [[SSV Normandy]], Miranda meets with [[Liara TSoni]] and [[Feron]] on [[Omega]] after their fight with [[Blue Suns]] [[mercenaries]]. Miranda tells Liara that they have the same goal and brings her to meet the [[Illusive Man]]. Miranda also says to Liara that the Blue Suns were the ones who attacked her and that the mercenary group has [[Commander Shepard]]'s body and its still on Omega because [[Cerberus]] would have found out if someone had left with it. Then Miranda tells Liara that if she wants to find Shepard's body, she needs Feron's help.

Before Feron and Liara go through the Omega 2 Relay for the [[Shadow Broker]]'s base, Miranda asks the Illusive Man to stop [[Tazzik]], who is going to hit the Omega 2 Relay, but he tells her to wait. Then she sees Feron's ship and asks Illusive Man to follow it but once again he tells Miranda to wait.

After Liara acquires Shepard's body, Miranda meets Liara at [[Lazarus Research Station]], where Shepard's body is transferred for recovery, and tells her that they may not be able to restore Shepard and that the body is in worse shape than expected. Liara tells Miranda to let the dead rest and that what Cerberus does is not what she brought Shepard back for. Miranda interrupts and tells her that maybe the Collectors would have done the same. She also explains that the Illusive Man is more hopeful about Shepard's prospects and they're going to spend everything they have but it will still take a very long time if it works at all. When Liara asks what will the boss do about Feron, Miranda answers that the drell knew the risks and if Liara wants to go after him, that's her business and suggests that she do what she wants.

In ''Mass Effect 2'', Lawson is revealed to be a high ranking operative of the pro-human organization Cerberus, and has been genetically altered for superior intelligence and physical traits. She is shown to be a capable [[leader]], exemplified with her being one of the few members of the squad who can successfully lead a [[fireteam]] in the final mission without anyone dying, despite feeling she doesn't [[charisma|command respect]] like Shepard does. Lawson is leader of Cerberus' Lazarus Cell, tasked with reviving Commander Shepard. Aboard the Normandy, she is Shepard's second-in-command and [[Executive Officer]], and files mission reports directly to the Illusive Man.

Lawson was the [[test tube baby|artificially created daughter]] of Henry Lawson, a rich and powerful businessman from Earth. Rather than give her a human mother to randomize her genetic code, Henry took his own DNA and doubled his X chromosome, hoping to create a dynasty. Unhappy with his attempts to exert control over her life, Miranda joined Cerberus and secretly sent her sister into hiding to protect her from their father. Provided the player completes a mission to prevent her sister's abduction, she ultimately becomes loyal to Shepard. In one of the story's possible endings, she proves her loyalty when the Illusive Man gives her an order to prevent Shepard from destroying the Collectors' Space Station by refusing and announcing her resignation before ending the communication abruptly.

Lawson is a possible romance option for a male Shepard.<ref name="ME2 Voice Cast">{{cite web |url=http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/105/1053906p1.html |title=The Cast of Mass Effect 2 |date=2009-12-10 |accessdate=2009-12-10 |publisher=IGN}}</ref>

Miranda Lawson makes an appearance in ''Mass Effect 3'' if she survived the events of the suicide mission in ''Mass Effect 2''. After defeating the Collectors, she left Cerberus. Shepard meets Miranda on the Citadel, where she expresses her concerns that Oriana was found by her father. If she was not warned about a Cerberus attack, she will be killed by Assault Troopers under orders from the Illusive Man.

She is later encountered on Horizon after the events at Thessia. Shepard finds out that Oriana is being held by her father in a Cerberus facility disguised as a shelter. Miranda, Shepard, and Henry come face to face, and Shepard can either defuse the situation diplomatically or shoot Henry. If Shepard allows the elder Lawson to leave, Miranda will attack him, but dies from injuries sustained by Kai Leng. If Shepard secured Miranda's loyalty in ''Mass Effect 2'', gave her ample warning about Kai Leng, granted her access to Alliance resources, and used the Persuasion options on Henry, Miranda survives and assists in the war effort.

Miranda is listed on the Normandy SR-2's memorial wall on the Crew Deck, if she did not survive the events of Mass Effect 2 & 3.

Miranda Lawson is voiced by and modeled after actress [[Yvonne Strahovski]].

==See also==

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*{{Wikia|masseffect|Mass Effect Wiki|Miranda Lawson}}

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