New Images Showcase the Batman: Arkham Knight Harley Quinn Play Arts Kai Figure

In May 2015, new product images appeared on Amazon for the Square Enix Play Arts Kai action figure of Harley Quinn. The collectible is based on the character’s design in the video game Batman: Arkham Knight. The photos provided a detailed look at the figure’s sculpt, paint application, and extensive accessory set ahead of the game’s release.

Figure Details and Accessories

The Play Arts Kai line is known for its stylized interpretations and high degree of articulation, and the Harley Quinn figure continued this tradition. The design captured her updated look for Arkham Knight, which blended her classic red-and-black jester theme with a more militaristic and grittier aesthetic. Her costume included a corset, ruffled skirt, and combat boots, reflecting the chaotic state of Gotham. The figure featured numerous points of articulation in the limbs, torso, and head, allowing collectors to recreate a wide range of dynamic poses seen in the game. The paintwork highlighted the different textures of her outfit, from the leather of her corset to the fabric of her mismatched stockings.

To enhance display options, the figure was bundled with a generous selection of accessories. These included her signature oversized baseball bat, detailed with tally marks, and a customized pistol. The set also contained a Gotham City Police Department hat, a direct reference to a sequence in her own downloadable story content. For further customization, the package provided interchangeable hair pieces to simulate movement, multiple hands sculpted for different grips and gestures, and an alternate head with a more manic facial expression. This variety allowed for significant personalization, from a deceptively playful stance to an action-oriented pose ready for combat.

Release and Availability

At the time the images were released, Square Enix had not announced an official release date for the figure in North America. The product was listed on Amazon’s U.S. site for import, a common practice for Japanese collectibles that allowed dedicated fans to secure them early. This meant that while a wider retail release in the region was possible later, the initial availability was through online importers.

Harley Quinn in Arkham Knight

The action figure was released as part of the merchandise wave for Batman: Arkham Knight, the final installment in Rocksteady Studios’ acclaimed Arkham trilogy. In the game, Harley Quinn returns as one of the central villains who have seized control of Gotham City under the leadership of Scarecrow. Following the events of Arkham City and the absence of the Joker, she operates as an independent and unpredictable force, leading her own gang and seeking revenge on Batman. She plays a significant role in the main story and was also the star of her own pre-order bonus DLC, the “Harley Quinn Story Pack,” which allowed players to control her for the first time in the series.

The game itself was set for release on June 23, 2015, for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. It promised to conclude the saga with a darker story and expanded gameplay. The most notable new feature was the introduction of a fully drivable Batmobile that could be used for both high-speed traversal and vehicle-based combat throughout the sprawling open world of Gotham. The Play Arts Kai figure offered fans a tangible piece of this highly anticipated title, capturing the likeness of a key antagonist from the game’s narrative.