A recently leaked video has surfaced online, showcasing in-development gameplay from a cancelled Batman: Arkham game—this time featuring Damian Wayne as the Caped Crusader. The footage offers a rare look into a project that was quietly shelved, possibly by Rocksteady or WB Games Montreal, and now gives fans a glimpse into what could’ve been a bold new chapter in the Arkham legacy.
The Damian Wayne Project That Never Was
The video was posted by The Arkham Channel on X (formerly Twitter), a well-known source for Batman Arkham content. It depicts a dramatic motorcycle chase sequence, where Damian Wayne—donning a unique Batsuit—pursues the infamous Killer Croc through a partially-rendered version of Gotham City.
Despite unfinished textures and placeholder models (including a reused Killer Croc asset from Arkham Origins), the gameplay reflects the franchise’s signature stealth, mobility, and combat design. The scene demonstrates a gritty, dystopian tone that feels like a natural evolution of the Arkham style, while introducing Damian’s aggressive flair and new traversal mechanics.
Arkham Legacy and Cancelled Projects
The Batman: Arkham franchise began with 2009’s Arkham Asylum, a title that redefined superhero gaming and helped Rocksteady earn “Studio of the Year.” Follow-ups like Arkham City and Arkham Knight pushed the envelope even further, while Arkham Origins—developed by WB Games Montreal—served as a prequel.
This scrapped Damian Wayne installment has long been rumored to exist, with concept art and job listings hinting at its development during the mid-2010s. Unlike the Arkham titles focused on Bruce Wayne, this project would have marked the first major Batman game to feature Damian Wayne as the lead, potentially following his rise in a post-Bruce Gotham.
Fan Reactions and What Happens Next
The leak has sparked major excitement among fans, many of whom have taken to social media to lament the game’s cancellation and speculate about its story. While Warner Bros. has yet to respond to the leak, the footage has reignited interest in seeing Damian Wayne finally take the mantle in a future game.
Whether this project is permanently shelved or finds new life after the buzz, it’s clear fans are hungry for fresh takes on the Batman mythos—especially one that breaks from Bruce Wayne’s long-standing legacy.