In case you missed it, PS5 is getting a gorgeous new Batman game very soon, and its previews have been very positive. Developed by Traveller’s Tales, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight has also dropped a new launch trailer that has fans excited.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight PS5 releasing sooner than expected
LEGO Batman was originally scheduled for release on May 29. It’ll now launch on Friday, May 22, 2026. Check out the launch trailer below:
And if you haven’t already, it’s worth reading PS Blog’s solid hands-on report. Other outlets have also published similarly positive previews.
Lego Batman is an open-world action-adventure game.
“Embark on a journey that begins with the origins of Batman as a young Bruce Wayne trains with The League of Shadows, becomes the hero of Gotham City, and forges a new family of allies with Jim Gordon, Catwoman, Robin, Nightwing, and Batgirl,” an official overview reads. “Confront an ever-growing threat from across Batman’s Rogue’s Gallery as you face The Joker, The Penguin, Mr. Freeze, Poison Ivy, Bane, and more.”
PS5 players can preorder Lego Batman via the PS Store to unlock the bonus “The Dark Knight Returns” Batsuit. The standard edition costs $69.99, and the deluxe edition costs $89.99.
Deluxe edition contents include:
- Three-day early access
- Arkham Trilogy Pack (themed cosmetics)
- Batman Beyond Pack (themed cosmetics)
- Party Music Pack (themed cosmetics)
- Mayhem Collection post-launch DLC (new story mission, mode, and add-ons)
