Batman: Arkham Knight - 12 Superhero Franchises Rocksteady Must Tackle Next
4. Birds Of Prey
Birds Of Prey may occupy that Bat-verse Rocksteady are so eager to depart, but the fan-favourite series provides apt justification for a return to the saga that made them famous - all without the pointy-eared crimefighter making an appearance as well. To continue the Arkhamverse in such a way would really add to the richness of its universe, with the team already known to have been active in Knight's events thanks to a carefully placed Easter Egg referencing Oracle's correspondence with Black Canary and Huntress. This isn't the only reference to the team however, with the Arkham Knight militia making note of a 'splinter group' that features an all female-line up during their patrols on Miagani Island. A Birds of Prey release would work for a number of reasons, one of course being its large variety of characters. Huntress, Black Canary, Dove and more have all found a place in the team at some point, meaning there'd be no shortage of variety in the project, not least of all in its gameplay. Bring on Gail Simone as creative consultant and Birds of Prey could easily become Rocksteady's next big franchise. Just don't mention the TV show though.
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