A decade after the last Batman Arkham game, new concept art has emerged from a canceled follow-up, sparking speculation among fans. The artwork was revealed by character artist Rodrigue Pralier, who confirmed it was part of an unreleased project that never saw production.
Originally intended as a continuation in the Rocksteady Studios franchise, the project would have featured Bruce Wayne’s biological son, Damian Wayne, as the new Batman. The concept art shows Damian suited up as Gotham’s protector, while an aged Bruce Wayne—now retired, bearded, and using a cane—appears to have stepped away from the role after sustaining serious injuries.
New concept art from WB Games Montréal's cancelled 2015 Damian Wayne game "Project Sabbath" has surfaced, shared by character artist Rodrigue Pralier. The pieces clearly show Damian, an older Bruce, Killer Croc, and Huntress. The style and character designs further support the… pic.twitter.com/aRwTD7caYE
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The visuals also include detailed sketches of potential villains: Killer Croc, Huntress, and an unidentified character. These hints suggest a darker, evolved Gotham narrative. A fan page dedicated to the Batman Arkham series shared the art, triggering intense discussion online. Some fans speculated the game was shelved to prioritize 2022’s Gotham Knights, a title that received largely negative reviews from longtime supporters of the Arkham series.
These developments raise fresh questions about whether Rocksteady or Warner Bros. Games might ever revisit the Arkham storyline. Despite fan interest and previous success, there has been no official confirmation of a sequel since Batman: Arkham Knight launched in 2015. The franchise’s only related releases, Gotham Knights and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, have both faced lukewarm receptions.
As of now, it’s unclear whether the leaked art originated from internal studio materials or was part of a fan concept. Still, it has reignited hopes among fans that Damian Wayne’s chapter in the Arkham legacy might one day be told.
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