Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will be available on Nintendo Switch 2 starting September 18, 2026, alongside the Mayhem Collection downloadable content (DLC) launch, publisher Warner Bros. announced [1, 2, 3]. The base game debuted in May 2026 for Xbox Series X/S and PC before the Switch 2 release [1, 2, 3].
The Mayhem Collection DLC adds new playable characters, including Joker and Harley Quinn, introduces a new story mission, new suits, Batcave items, and an updated Batmobile [1, 2, 3]. The Deluxe Edition bundles the Legacy Collection DLC and provides access to the Mayhem Collection [1, 2, 3]. It is priced around $90 on Switch 2, while the Standard Edition costs about $70 [2, 3]. Existing players can purchase the Deluxe content as a standalone upgrade for $25 [3].
Pre-orders opened immediately on announcement with physical Deluxe Edition orders including a Lego Retro Video Game Batman minifigure, available while supplies last [2, 3]. Reports conflict on early access: one source states Switch 2 Deluxe buyers do not get early access, but another confirms they receive three days of early access ahead of the September 18 launch [2, 3].
The game has received strong critical praise. Eurogamer’s Christian Donlan described it as "an endless parade of references and gags that's difficult to resist" [1]. IGN rated it 8/10, calling it "a lovingly made, often hilarious take on both Batman’s movie and video game history alike" [2]. On Metacritic, it holds an average score above 84 across Xbox S/X, PS5, and PC platforms, marking the highest score for a Lego game to date [3].
The Switch 2 release will mark a key expansion of the game’s availability, joining previously supported platforms. Players can secure access through pre-orders now, and the full release with all new content arrives on September 18, 2026 [1, 2, 3].
