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Batman Is Back In Family-Friendly Game

Posted: 9/17/2010

"Batman: The Brave and the Bold the Videogame," based on the popular TV series, encourages teamwork and cooperation among family members.

(NAPSI) - Parents seeking a family-friendly videogame need look no further than the latest Batman™ title featuring the Caped Crusader™.

"Batman: The Brave and the Bold the Videogame™" is an episodic adventure based on the popular animated series, offering fun and interactive escapades on Wii and Nintendo DS. Aimed at Batman fans of all ages and their families, the interactive experience offers valuable lessons in teamwork and cooperation.

In Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment's "Batman: The Brave and the Bold the Videogame," fans can play as Batman, as well as characters from his powerful posse, including Green Lantern™, Robin™, Hawkman™ and Blue Beetle™. Players can also call on other friendly heroes such as The Flash™ and Aquaman™ to drop in and squash enemies.

Fighting Dastardly Villains

The game provides families with the opportunity to experience a true interactive adaptation of the cartoon classic, with quality 2-D animation, many of the show's voice-over cast as well as similar dialogue, humor and action. Just like the show, the game features different episodes that have Batman teaming up with another hero to battle notorious villains from the DC Universe™, including Catwoman™, Gorilla Grodd™ and Gentleman Ghost™.

Team-Focused Gameplay

With easy drop-in gameplay, family and friends can experience the thrill of being Batman or one of his most powerful allies as they battle their way to justice in a variety of locations, from Gotham City and strange alien planets, to mysterious laboratories and beyond.

"Batman: The Brave and the Bold the Videogame" encourages teamwork among family members with a two-player co-op mode, as well as the option to have other characters drop in to assist during battle.

Cool Gadgets

Fans will delight in Batman's iconic gadgets, including his Batarang, Jet Booster, belt sword and more, to complete missions. They can unlock and upgrade new gadgets and team up with new heroes as they fight their way to justice.

Interconnectivity

Players can unlock Bat-Mite™ as a playable character by linking the Nintendo DS version to the Wii version and controlling him using their Nintendo DS. Bat-Mite can be helpful or mischievous while fighting alongside the heroes, adding a new element of gameplay.

"Batman: The Brave and the Bold the Videogame" is rated "E10+" by the ESRB. For more information, please visit http://games.kidswb.com/officialsite/brave-and-the-bold-the-videogame.