Batman: The Enemy Within

Telltale Games

Rank: #3 / 27
Released: 2017
Studio: Telltale Games
Genre: episodic video game, graphic adventure game

At a glance

Batman: The Enemy Within is an episodic graphic adventure from Telltale Games, released in 2017 for Windows and macOS. Its story places Bruce Wayne and Batman in difficult new roles as the Riddler returns to Gotham, a federal agent arrives, and a still-nascent Joker reappears. Bruce must manage dangerous deceptions while Batman navigates uneasy alliances. The game asks players to decide which new allies to trust and how far Bruce should descend into darkness. The season includes all five episodes. Steam lists single-player, achievements, full controller support, and Family Sharing. It is also classified as an adventure game on Steam.

Who it is for

It suits players who want a single-player Batman story told as an episodic graphic adventure. Players interested in choices around Bruce Wayne’s deceptions and Batman’s alliances may find its premise a fit.

What is good

Includes access to all five episodes.
Available for Windows and macOS.
Full controller support is listed.
Steam achievements and Family Sharing are included.

What to know first

Steam lists Windows as its platform.
Steam features list single-player only.

Verdict

The Enemy Within centers its adventure on Bruce Wayne’s deceptions and Batman’s shifting alliances. Its five-episode season is suited to players seeking a story-led, single-player Batman game.