(Preview) Five Batman Comics You Should Read Before Playing Arkham Knight

Batman fans who are looking forward to playing the Dark Knight’s final Rocksteady-developed adventure Batman: Arkham Knight still have a bit of a wait ahead of them since the game has been delayed into 2015. However, for Arkham fans who have always wanted to explore more of the fiction surrounding Batman but never knew where to start, this prolonged waiting period provides the perfect opportunity. Below are five different pieces of visual material set within the Batman universe which, while not necessarily required to understand what’s been going on in the Arkham series (and what will happen in Arkham Knight), should give players a better understanding and appreciation for the characters and events depicted in the games.

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(Preview) Assassin's Creed Memories Review

 Considering how popular Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed series has become, it’s no surprise the developer would want to get the franchise onto as many game platforms as possible. Gaming consoles and computers have been obvious choices, but the Assassin’s Creed IP has also enjoyed a substantial run on mobile devices as well. Most of these past mobile outings have simply been spin-offs of their console/PC brethren but with Assassin’s Creed Memories, the newest mobile game to join the lineup, Ubisoft is aiming its sights a bit higher. Developed in partnership with mobile companies Gree and PlayNext, Assassin’s Creed Memories combines several different gameplay systems and narrative locations into a compelling mobile experience that, while not the most intuitive or newbie-friendly, shouldn’t be missed by fans of the franchise.

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