How long is Gotham Knights? Main story length & completionist run explained

Sourav Banik
all four heroes in Gotham Knights

If you’re curious how long Gotham Knights takes to beat and how many chapters there are in the game, be sure to check out our extensive guide that breaks down how many chapters there are as well as a completionist run-time.

Gotham Knights puts you in the shoes of the city’s most iconic vigilantes, in the absence of Batman. The game’s intro gives us an idea of what actually happened to the Dark Knight, which means it’s time for his sidekicks to take care of Gotham.

Since the game is story-based, the entire adventure is divided into several chapters or missions called “Closed Case Files“.

If you are a Batman fan playing Gotham Knights and want to know how long it takes to beat the game and how many chapters there are — don’t fret, as we have all the answers for you.

Red Hood holding a gun in Gotham Knights
The heroes of Gotham have stepped up after Batman’s demise.

How long does it take to beat Gotham Knights?

If you’re playing Gotham Knights purely for its story, it can take you 15-20 hours to complete the main game. It is important to note that your playtime will depend on which difficulty level you select.

However, if you’re someone who is aiming for 100% completion, then it may take you 25-30 hours. This includes all the side quests and optional missions the game has to offer.

How many chapters are there in Gotham Knights?

Gotham Knights is divided into a total of eight chapters to beat which are known as “Closed Case Files” in the game. These chapters are further divided into subcases which makes it easier for you to follow the story.

Here’s a rundown of all the chapters in the game:

  • Case 01: Batman’s Last Case
    • 1.1 – Kirk Langstrom
    • 1.2 – The Langstrom Drive
    • 1.3 – Weird Science
    • 1.4 – Blackgate Blues
  • Case 02: The Rabbit hole
    • 2.1 – AKA Oswald Cobblepot
    • 2.2 – The Powers Club
  • Case 03: In the Shadows
    • 3.1 – The Key
    • 3.2 – Chelsea Tunnel
  • Case 04: The Masquerade
    • 4.1 – Mark Hendricks
    • 4.2 – The Orchard Hotel
  • Case 05: The Court of Owls
    • 5.1 – Little Birds
    • 5.2 – Inside Gotham’s Walls
  • Case 06: Jacob Kane
    • 6.1 – Court Judgement
    • 6.2 – The Voice of the Court
  • Case 07: The League of Shadows
    • 7.1 – Friends in Need
    • 7.2 – Talia Al Ghul
  • Case 08: Head of the Demon
    • 8.1 – Dangerous Skies
    • 8.2 – The Lazarus Pit

So, there you have it — that’s all you need to know about how long it takes to beat Gotham Knights’ and how many chapters are present. For more about the game, be sure to check some other tips and guides:

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About The Author

Sourav is a Games Writer at Dexerto, specializing in writing tips and guides for a number of games, including Apex Legends, Baldur's Gate 3, Diablo 4, Palworld, The Finals, XDefiant, and occasionally Tech. He is also passionate about esports, following games such as Valorant and Rainbow Six Siege. He previously wrote for Sportskeeda. Contact Sourav at sourav.banik@dexerto.com