Astro Bot vs Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
One is a haptic masterpiece celebrating PlayStation history; the other is the best LEGO Batman yet, with familiar charm and DRM baggage.
Updated 23d ago
Earns its TGA 2024 Game of the Year win with surface-perfect DualSense haptics and 300+ PlayStation cameo bots — only on PS5.
Best LEGO Batman yet if you can stomach Denuvo DRM and repetitive Catwoman collectibles.
By the numbers
Prices checked Aug 7; they move faster than we refresh, so confirm on the store page.
Recent-review figures are Steam's own last-30-days window, read Aug 7.
| Measure | Astro Bot | Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Value | ||
| Price now | — | $45.85 −34% · GameBillet |
| All-time low | — | $45.85 |
| Cost / hour | — | $3.56/hr $45.85 · 13 h main story |
| Off its low | — | At its low vs $45.85 low |
| Main story | — | 13 h |
| Health | ||
| Steam reviews | — | 96% 13k reviews |
| Recent reviews | — | 91% 457 votes · vs 96% lifetime |
| Peak players | — No PC release | 2,350 Jul 2026 · ↓ 84% MoM |
| Launch peak | — | 7% of May 2026 launch peak · as of Jul 2026 |
| All-time peak | — | 33,053 May 2026 |
| Support | ||
| Last patch | — | 3 months ago |
| Patch cadence | — | 0 in last 90 days |
| Steam Deck | — | Platinum |
Astro Bot
No PC release — nothing to chart.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
May 2026 – Jul 2026
Key differences
DualSense integration
Astro Bot uses DualSense haptics and adaptive triggers to make every surface feel distinct — a PS5 showcase.
Lego Batman uses standard controls with no specialized haptic feedback — it runs on PC and last-gen consoles too.
Collectible density
Over 300 cameo bots from Sony's 30-year history are hidden across tight platforming levels.
Catwoman collectibles and Batman lore items are plentiful but lack map markers, encouraging aimless searching.
Platform restrictions
Astro Bot is a PS5 exclusive with no announced PC port, limiting audience to console owners.
Lego Batman launches on multiple platforms but burdens PC players with Denuvo's online authentication.
Which one is for you?
Pick Astro Bot if
- You own a PS5 and want to feel next-gen haptics.
- You love 3D platformers like Super Mario Odyssey.
- You enjoy PlayStation easter eggs and quick 12-hour runs.
Pick Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight if
- You are a Batman fan who enjoys LEGO humor and lore.
- You tolerate Denuvo DRM for a family-friendly co-op game.
- You prefer open-world collect-a-thons over linear levels.
Bottom line
Astro Bot is the better game overall — its haptics and polish earn its GOTY status. Choose Lego Batman only if you're a diehard Batman fan stuck on PC or Xbox.