What is the name of Arkham Asylum's combat system?

Arkham Asylum’s combat system is called Freeflow. It lets Batman chain attacks between multiple enemies while moving fluidly across the arena, creating the series’ signature rhythm of striking, stunning, countering, and repositioning.

In Batman: Arkham Asylum, the core combat controls revolve around three primary actions: attack, stun, and counter. Successful chains increase Batman’s combo count and can unlock stronger techniques, including throws, grapples, and instant takedowns. Enemy warning indicators help players react to incoming attacks, while armed or shielded enemies require different tactics.

Freeflow is distinct from the game’s Predator stealth system. Predator encounters ask players to isolate enemies from vantage points and environmental hiding places, whereas Freeflow is the direct combat framework used when Batman engages opponents openly. Knightfall and Dual Play are associated with other Arkham concepts, but neither names Arkham Asylum’s combat system.