A retail-code issue tied to Walmart let some Xbox players access LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight early, creating a spoiler risk just ahead of launch. Reports say users redeemed digital codes, saw the game unlock, and in some cases were able to play until Warner Bros. Games or TT Games clamped down on access.

Bullet points

• The leak involved Xbox digital codes purchased through Walmart, not a normal public preload on PC.
• Reddit users reported that after redeeming the code, the game showed a “ready to start” prompt and became playable.
• Some players posted screenshots and said they could play for a while, though the game later prompted a required update.
• The early-access issue appears to have been limited to some Xbox users, and the exploit was reportedly blocked afterward.
• The timing mattered because the game’s official launch is May 22, with Deluxe Edition early access starting May 19, so the accidental access came very close to release.
• Coverage framed this as a potential Walmart code mix-up or retail activation error rather than an intentional early release.

Why it matters

• It increases spoiler risk for fans who want to experience the game blind.
• It shows how retailer code activation issues can trigger early access even without a traditional leak.
• It also adds more attention to an already high-profile spring launch for TT Games and Warner Bros.