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The ultimate Batman experience for children ages 6-12 years old has arrived as DC Batman Bat-Tech Edition is now available to download for free and install on Android and iOS mobile devices on Google Play and Apple App Store in thirteen different languages. Immersing kids in narrative-driven and technology-inspired activities, the COPPA-compliant app lets kids join Batman's newest crime fighting team - the KnightWatch - and experience the Dark Knight's world, learning how to use his Bat-Tech to fight crime and help defend Gotham City from his evil adversaries.
Developed in conjunction with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, DC Batman Bat-Tech Edition features first-of-its-kind augmented reality (AR) technology to engage kids and immerse them into the world of the iconic DC Superhero who used crimefighting technology to foil the evil deeds and plans of the Joker, Mr. Freeze, The Riddler and other supervillains. In addition to learning more about Batman's crimefighting technology through its AR storytelling capabilities, kids can also play games, transform photos with AR face filters and stickers, read exclusive digital comics, watch Batman Bat-Tech themed video content and gain access to the BatComputer where the dark caped crusader's tech secrets are stored.
“Batman is one of our most important franchises, so bringing together the DC and Warner Bros. Consumer Products teams to develop this app featuring his fan-favorite gadgets and crime fighting tech was a chance for us to give fans yet another way to engage with a favorite DC Super Hero. The app creates a truly unique experience that gives kids around the world a chance to immerse themselves in the DC Universe -- there’s no other app like it available today," said WarnerMedia Global Brands and Experiences President Pam Lifford. “The Batman mobile app showcases Batman’s innovative technology, using augmented reality like never before, and gives kids a way to unlock the mystery behind Batman’s crimefighting gadgets. Kids can now experience being a DC Super-Hero alongside Batman, and while learning and playing they can also help save Gotham City," shared Warner Bros. Consumer Products Vice President for Franchise Management and Marketing Kevin Morris.
DC Batman Bat-Tech Edition sports the following features for children to enjoy:
Augmented reality (AR) missions: Through the new app’s AR features, kids become a member of Batman’s new Knightwatch team and immerse themselves in original Batman crime-fighting missions. The amazing AR provides a realistic 3D experience that draws upon engineering and design concepts to make Batman’s Bat-Tech come to life.
Mini games: Users can play a Batman-themed mobile driving game where players test their skills at driving the Batmobile; Batarang Practice where players face off against the clock and find out how many targets they can knock down; and the Grapnel Launcher game where players must run and jump while utilizing Batman’s abilities to overcome obstacles.
AR face filters: Kids can transform into Batman, the Joker, Batgirl and more of Gotham City’s most iconic characters using these fun filters and can save photos and share them with friends and family.
Sticker packs: Users can decorate photos with a variety of Batman-themed stickers, turning an ordinary shot into a cool Batman story.
Batman Bat-Tech video content: The app connects to the extremely popular DCKids’ YouTube channel. A new series, entitled “Batman Science Lab” will launch this fall exploring the real-world applications of Batman’s technology.
New missions, games, filters, sticker packs, and video content will be added and updated on a regular basis to keep the app experience fresh and fun for kids. In addition to these features and forthcoming additions through updates, DC Batman Bat-Tech Edition enables users to enjoy reading the exclusive digital comic series Batman: KnightWatch where kids can explore how the KnightWatch program was created and follow along with Batman and his superhero team as they take on Gotham City's supervillains following a massive breakout at the Arkham Asylum. Additional chapters of the digital comic series will be added to the app on a regular basis.
