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9.5
Nerd Initiative - Ken M.
Oct 8, 2025
The pen-ultimate chapter of Dark Patterns presents all the makings for a superb case finish. Watters writing digs into the eternal struggles of the key players. Sherman and Farrell beautifully structure the drama with amazing art. This series continues to impress at every turn! Read Full Review
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9.5
For a series that has revived our collective faith in the power and efficacy of Batman comics, there may be no single issue which has encapsulated what exactly makes a great Batman comic more readily than Dark Patterns #11. It's got the moody, haunting atmospherics of TAS, the methodical, wounded detective work of 2022's "The Batman, and the thrilling cat-and-mouse chases of the Nolan movies, all while remaining something totally unique and undeniably comic-bookish. It's a near-masterpiece. Read Full Review
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9.5
The pacing of this series four cases of three issues each has been a really unique way to tell a story, and I'm hoping that the final issue brings this home in a big way because I think this could be a great evergreen Gotham story for years to come. Read Full Review
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9.0
Batman: Dark Patterns #11 is a gripping, cinematic penultimate chapter that blends detective work, thematic depth, and stunning visuals, all while keeping Gotham itself firmly in the spotlight. Read Full Review
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8.2
The Batman Universe - BJ Shea
Oct 14, 2025
The art and the layouts remain strong. Sherman is putting layouts together that I haven't really seen before and I would love to see him on the main book someday. Read Full Review