Lego Batman Legacy of the Dark Knight FAQ Sparks $80 Anxiety — Yet Only 7 Playable Heroes Explore Gotham's Secrets

The Lego Batman franchise has always been a fan favourite, blending the iconic Dark Knight's gritty universe with the playful charm of Lego. But the latest instalment, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2025, is already stirring controversy — not for its gameplay, but for its price and surprisingly small character roster.

The buzz began when Warner Bros. and TT Games launched an FAQ page following the reveal. Instead of offering clarity, it left fans more anxious than ever.

With a single FAQ, the legacy of the Dark Knight is being questioned, raising concerns about the true scope of Gotham's secrets and the heroes tasked with uncovering them.

The $80 Question: Unpacking the Price

The announcement that TT Games' next project is a Lego Batman game was likely the highlight of Gamescom Opening Night Live. While a slew of key details about Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight are still under wraps, just one day after its big reveal, fans are already concerned that Warner Bros. intends to charge $80 (£59.37) for the new Lego title.

Warner Bros. and TT Games have not directly addressed the potential price of Legacy of the Dark Knight. However, the studios posed the question themselves.

Despite not having an answer, they are willing to provide one. The FAQ page for Legacy of the Dark Knight, as noted by Stephen Totilo in a Blue Sky post, contains a question about the Lego Batman game's cost, yet it lacks a clear response.

Is an $80 Price Point the New Normal?

The FAQ's response is not only unhelpful, but it also addresses an entirely different topic. Rather than confirming the game's cost or stating that a price has not yet been decided, the FAQ's reply goes on about pre-orders not being available and directs fans to where they can add the game to their wishlists.

The fact that WB is unwilling to set a price has sparked concern that this Lego Batman game will be their first to cost $80. Several major companies in the video game industry have been exploring how to match Nintendo's price point of $80 (£59.37).

With Mario Kart World priced at $80 (£59.37), it seems others are eager to follow suit, even if they're hesitant to announce it publicly. However, suppose any studio can successfully raise its prices to $80 (£59.37). In that case, it's likely Warner Bros.

Notably, the Lego Batman franchise is connected to significant intellectual properties, attracts players of all ages, and utilises the same proven formula as The Skywalker Saga, which sold millions of copies.

Gotham's Guardians: A Small Roster for a Big City

Despite concerns over its potential price, another detail from the FAQ has fans talking: the limited roster of just seven playable characters.

Jim Gordon, Robin, Batgirl, and Catwoman were already confirmed, but the new FAQ reveals that Talia al Ghul and Nightwing are also playable, making the roster seven characters strong. Additionally, fans can look forward to other DC Super-Villains appearing with the villains already announced: Bane, The Penguin, Poison Ivy, The Joker, and Ra's al Ghul.

Uncovering the Secrets of Gotham

The open world of Gotham City will feature familiar places such as Wayne Tower, Arkham Asylum, and Ace Chemicals, as well as the Gotham Botanical Gardens.

In addition to stopping crimes in classic Batman style, players can expect to find various puzzles, challenges, and other surprises. For those who aren't interested in the Batmobiles, other vehicles will be available, including Batcycles.

Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is scheduled to release in 2026 on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC, and the Nintendo Switch 2.

Whether it will justify its potential $80 price tag or win fans over with gameplay remains to be seen. For now, excitement is tinged with scepticism — proof that even the Dark Knight cannot escape the shadows of modern gaming economics.