The Bat signal glows on the night clouds over the city of Gotham. Three new villains threaten the great metropolis with terror. The only thing that's holding them back is the awesome power of Batman! In the new game from Acclaim, "Batman & Robin," the fate of Gotham is in your hands. Climb into the seat of the batmobile and save the citizens of Gotham City from total annihilation. Use everything from your Bat weapons to fighting skills, high speed driving to detective work.

"Batman and Robin" is a third-person non-linear adventure that puts you against the evil forces of Mr. Freeze, Poison Ivy, and the infamous Bane! Become either Batman, Robin, or Batgirl as you race through the city of Gotham finding clues and fighting criminals. Travel to museums, jewelers, and other favorite spots of ruthless criminals as you try to stop Mr. Freeze from freezing Gotham. Can you save the city from the evil that lurks inside it?

To aid you in your quest, Wayne Enterprises created an arsenal of new vehicles and weapons. There are over six high-tech vehicles for you to choose from. Ever wanted to drive the Batmobile? As Batman you can -- or try traveling through the ice with the Bathammer. Robin's choice of vehicles includes his incredible street bike, the Redbird and his ice cruiser, the Batskiff. And if that's not enough for you, race through the town with Batgirl's Batcycle. All these vehicles are necessary in your quest to rid Gotham of the biggest threats it's ever seen. Think you're up to the challenge?

If you need to go hand to hand with Gotham's criminals, fear not, for you have over 20 hand-to-hand moves as well as over 7 brutal weapons per character, customized for you by Wayne Enterprises. Each character has their own unique fighting moves such as Batman's Two Hand Hammer Punch and Robin's Running Superkick. The deadly weapons at your disposal include a Batnet, Electrozap, Laser, Batarang, Tazer and more! There are over 20 new aggressive projectile gadgets, missiles, and blades so don't lose your utility belt! You need everything you can get your hands on in order to save Gotham from total destruction!

Learning the play control is easy. In the Batcave there are tutorials you can go to at any time. Practice fighting, shooting, and overall movement and receive bonuses depending on your skill. Upstairs in the Wayne Manor, sharpen your skills in the training rooms located throughout the house. But don't spend all your time there! The clock is ticking on the fate of Gotham.

Fighting doesn't solve everything. You will have to find and decipher clues. They are found hidden throughout the city and you must put them together piece by piece. You will utilize every aspect of the Batcomputer including Gotham City's criminal files, maps, and other options if you want to figure where the next evil plan will unfold. Don't forget your way to the Batcave! You will find yourself there often in your quest.

The game is never the same twice. As Batman you must help all innocent citizens and free the city from crime. Mr. Freeze and Poison Ivy aren't the only criminals in the city. You must also fight gang members, thieves, and muggers! The police need all the help they can get and are counting on you to uphold your image as the Dark Knight.

Batman and Robin is a very large game with the freedom to travel just about anywhere in the 26 square mile Gotham. You will find yourself all over the city as you try to find clues and help innocent citizens. Be sure to check out Batman and Robin only and get in touch with your dark side.