Batgirl’s Identity In The Upcoming ‘Batman: Arkham Knight’ DLC Is…

Barbara Gordon!

Since last week, news about the $40 Batman: Arkham Knight season pass has been making the rounds. First, the initial reveal sparked internet outrage when the high price tag came only with the promise of six months worth of content, without any details of what the content would be. When you consider how barebones the DLC has been in previous Arkham titles, it’s no wonder why gamers were expecting nothing but skins, half hearted challenge maps, and expanded story missions that clock in at an hour or two apiece out of that hefty price tag.

Before the controversy could reach a fevor pitch, WB Games outlined their DLC plans, which included most of what was mentioned above, (in addition to bonus Batmobile versions and tracks,) but the detail that caught most of our eyes was a prequel expansion starring Batgirl, who has been completely absent throught the series of games. Taking place in a brand new environment, knowing that it takes place prior to the games got our imaginations running. Aside from the vague nature of the announcement, it was made worse by the fact that the concept art used made Batgirl look brunette, making some believe that Cassandra Cain  would be the one to don the mask.

But if that was the case, why make it a prequel? Barbara Gordon, the character most synonymous with the Batgirl moniker, has been the wheelchair bound Oracle since the series started, so learning about how she became paralyzed in this universe is worth diving into.

Apparently, WB Games agrees.

Putting the question to rest, it was confirmed that Batgirl will indeed be Barbara Gordon. However, this reveal creates its own set of questions. Will it take place during The Killing Joke storyline? Will the story be any different in the game’s universe? And will The Joker, who is said will NOT make an appearance in the main game, play a role in this expansion?

We surely won’t have the answers for a few more months, but the idea of playing through one of the Bat family’s darkest moments as a new character is exciting. Is that enough of a reason to pick up the Season Pass for you? Sound off below!