LEGO Batman Legacy of the Dark Knight: All Unlockable Characters & How to Get Them

Lego characters in superhero costumes. Left: three figures, serious, arms crossed, city backdrop. Right: Batman and Robin, close-up, intense expressions.
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Lego characters in superhero costumes. Left: three figures, serious, arms crossed, city backdrop. Right: Batman and Robin, close-up, intense expressions.
  • Primary Subject: LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
  • Key Update: The game features seven distinct playable characters (Batman, Jim Gordon, Catwoman, Robin, Batgirl, Nightwing, and Talia) unlocked progressively from Chapters 1 through 5, each sporting unique puzzle-solving gadgets and combat abilities.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: May 19, 2026
  • Quick Answer: Unlocking characters requires playing through the main story chapters. By Chapter 5, players will have access to all seven heroes, including unique companions like Talia al Ghul and Jim Gordon.

Just because the game is called LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, it doesn't mean you only play as Batman.

As you progress through the game, you get to unlock several characters to help Batman in combat. Each of them brings something unique to the team, so it's worth experimenting with all the different characters. Some are more useful in combat, while others are amazing at solving puzzles.

Want to know who you can play as? Here are all the unlockable characters in Legacy of the Dark Knight.

All Unlockable Characters in LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

There are seven unlockable characters in LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Each has their own unique gadgets and skills which can be used during combat, and you may need to swap characters to solve a puzzle.

LEGO Batman stands on a rooftop at night, holding a glowing Bat-Signal. The background features a silhouetted cityscape under a starry sky.
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Credit: Warner Bros. Games

Here are all the unlockable characters in LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight:

  • Batman
  • Jim Gordon
  • Catwoman
  • Robin
  • Batgirl
  • Nightwing
  • Talia

How to Unlock Every Playable Character in LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

You unlock Batman in Chapter 1 after completing the Prologue. Batman uses the Batarang and the Batclaw, but you can unlock other gadgets as you progress to help with puzzle-solving. The Batarang is great for ranger threats, while the Batclaw can be used to pull enemies in.

Lego Batman figure stands heroically on a rooftop at night, illuminated by a full moon. The scene conveys a sense of bravery and vigilance.
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Credit: Warner Bros. Games

Jim Gordon is also unlocked in Chapter 1, allowing you to use him as Batman's companion. Gordon uses a Foam Sprayer, which can be used to slow down enemies, and a Rebound Launcher, which sends projectiles everywhere.

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Credit: Warner Bros. Games

READ MORE: How to Get Early Access for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

After meeting Catwoman in Chapter 2, you'll unlock the mysterious character soon after and have her join Batman. She's a great character to have due to her cat-like abilities, such as climbing up walls. As well as using her Whip, Catwoman's special ability, Call Kitty, allows her to summon a small cat or kitten that can crawl through tight spaces, distract foes, and more.

LEGO figure resembling a superhero in a black costume with detailed patterns, holding a whip. The background is a softly lit, urban interior.
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Credit: Warner Bros. Games

Dick Grayson, aka Robin, joins the team midway through Chapter 3. His weapon, the Birdarang, is similar to Batman's Batarang. His Cable Launcher allows him to make tightropes to walk across, connect puzzles together, and more.

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Credit: Warner Bros. Games

Batgirl becomes a playable character in Chapter 4. She uses a modified Batarang (aptly called the Hackarang) to hack electronic targets. She can also summon a drone to create a grapple point and scan for codes. This can even be upgraded into a turret.

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Credit: Warner Bros. Games

You might be surprised to learn that you can use both Robin and Nightwing in the same team, but the latter is unlocked in Chapter 4. His gadgets are similar to Robin's, but are all electrocharged to stun enemies with projectiles and ropes.

LEGO Nightwing minifigure with a blue and black suit, wielding two silver batons. He stands confidently against a dark blue, dramatic sky.
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Credit: Warner Bros. Games

Lastly, Talia is unlocked as a playable character in Chapter 5. With her Ninja Dash, Talia is able to disrupt enemies and can slip through gaps to cut distance in combat. Her Blowdart is used to send enemies into a daze, allowing you to kill them off quickly.

Lego character in medieval armor with a stern expression stands in a shadowy, dungeon-like setting, green lighting adds a mysterious tone.
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Which is your favorite member of the Batman team?

READ MORE: How to Get the Dark Knights of Steel and Black Lantern Suits in LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

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