Batman: Arkham - Ranking EVERY Villain Worst To Best

3. Riddler

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If there was a reward in the Arkhamverse for the keenest attention to detail, this guy would be sure to get it. Then again, he'd likely question why there was even a contest in the first place.

With textbook narcissism, genius-level intellect and an obsessive compulsive need to prove it, Edward Nigma probably works harder than any other villain out there to get Batman's attention. In Arkham Origins, an early incarnation of the character called himself Enigma. But from Arkham Asylum onwards, he's known to all of Gotham as the Riddler.

Each game is littered with Riddler trophies, all of which Batman must collect to be able to put an end to Riddler's schemes. Starting in Arkham City, he also builds elaborate puzzles to test the Dark Knight's gadget skills. He considers every defeat a personal insult, resulting in his attempts to outsmart his opponent becoming more elaborate with each subsequent game.

After his humiliation in Arkham City, the Riddler goes above and beyond to bring down Batman, designing lethal underground racecourses and constructing an entire robot army to help set up his riddles. His determination is unparalleled, and even when Batman locks him up, the incorrigible man refuses to admit he's been beaten.

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