Despite the crack, several technical hurdles remained that required specific "patched" versions or additional fixes:

: Resolves the "Release Date Check" bypass that initially blocked the game from starting before its official digital unlock time . Common Troubleshooting for the Skidrow Patch

The original release of Batman: Arkham City on PC was heavily encumbered by and SecuROM . This led to numerous issues for legitimate buyers, including region restrictions and save-game corruption. The Skidrow "crack only" patch was released to: