Is it possible to have fun with Arkham city if i havent played Asylum yet?

[marvelvscapcom2]

I just picked up Arkham City armored edition and I am so pumped to finally play through it. But I think Asylum ties into it. Does it fill you in on the backstory or does it leave you in the dark? I would rather just hop into Arkham City first. But I don't want to ruin the experience. Should I just watch a cut scene compilation from Asylum to fill myself in?

[mrfoxhound]

You can hop into Arkham City without playing Asylum but for reference sake, I'd suggest playing Asylum. 

[kingrat101]

I've never played Asylum and beat City without any problem, I'm sure though that there are references and stuff I didn't notice...

[dexterzol]

I bought City a year before Asylum and Origins. Yes, you can have fun with City, just make sure to get Game of the Year Edition.

[telly]

I played City before Asylum ajd enjoyed it just fine! Personally I think it stands on its own. 

[kamikazekeeg]

It has some minor connection to the ending of Asylum, mostly with Joker, but I think it stands alone enough by itself.