Batman: Dark Patterns

In Batman: Dark Patterns (2026–present, DC), writer Dan Watters and artist Hayden Sherman explore a more primal, atmospheric Gotham, focusing on the detective work and psychological weight that define the Dark Knight’s early years. This series strips away the high-tech gadgets and sprawling Bat-family, centering instead on Batman’s raw, methodical pursuit of justice through grim, intricate cases. It’s a moody, character-driven take that matters for its return to the core of Batman’s mythos, emphasizing the solitary, relentless nature of the character.