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October 17th, 2008
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Description
Considered to be one the finest games in the history of interactive entertainment, BioShock is a watershed entry into the world of video games.
As one of the most lauded franchises in the past decade, BioShock introduces gamers into an exciting world filled with fascinating characters, intelligent enemies and complex moral choices that define the foundation of the game world. With its rich story, meticulous attention to visual detail, tense action and infinite replay value, BioShock delivers the perfect blend of storytelling and first person action.
Developed by 2K Marin, 2K Boston, 2K Australia and Digital Extremes, the PLAYSTATION 3 system release brings forth new features and content that expands the world of BioShock in new and exciting ways.
Story Overview:
Barely surviving a plane crash, the player lands in icy uncharted waters and discovers an undersea city called Rapture, a failed utopia whose citizens had embraced genetic engineering before the city descended into pure anarchy. Power and greed have run amok and the city has succumbed to civil war. Fans have embraced BioShock’s mysterious world filled with powerful technology and fascinating characters. BioShock is also renowned for its rich visual detail depicting a gorgeous Art Deco world set deep beneath the sea.
Features:
• All-new PLAYSTATION 3 system exclusive content: In addition to the original revolutionary game experience, PLAYSTATION 3 system fans can enjoy a brand new difficulty mode - Survivor - as well as enjoy Trophy support as they explore Rapture. And the experience doesn’t end there - all new exclusive BioShock downloadable content will be available only on the PLAYSTATION 3 system after launch
• Choices and consequences: Make meaningful choices and mature decisions, ultimately culminating in the grand question: do you exploit the innocent survivors of Rapture…or save them?
• The world is your weapon: Take control of your world by hacking mechanical devices, commandeering security turrets and crafting unique items critical to your survival
• Weapon upgrades provide ammunition for every situation: Upgrade your weapons with ionic gels, explosives and toxins to customize them to take advantage of your enemies’ weaknesses
• Gameplay that evolves around your playing style: Customize your experience by genetically modifying your body through dozens of Plasmid Stations scattered throughout the city and turn your body into the ultimate weapon
• Adaptive AI provides challenges around every corner: Explore a living world where the inhabitants have interesting and consequential relationships with one another that impact your gameplay experience
• Immerse yourself in Rapture: Experience breathtaking visuals that vividly illustrate the forlorn Art Deco city, highlighted by strikingly realistic water effects and meticulously detailed environments
As one of the most lauded franchises in the past decade, BioShock introduces gamers into an exciting world filled with fascinating characters, intelligent enemies and complex moral choices that define the foundation of the game world. With its rich story, meticulous attention to visual detail, tense action and infinite replay value, BioShock delivers the perfect blend of storytelling and first person action.
Developed by 2K Marin, 2K Boston, 2K Australia and Digital Extremes, the PLAYSTATION 3 system release brings forth new features and content that expands the world of BioShock in new and exciting ways.
Story Overview:
Barely surviving a plane crash, the player lands in icy uncharted waters and discovers an undersea city called Rapture, a failed utopia whose citizens had embraced genetic engineering before the city descended into pure anarchy. Power and greed have run amok and the city has succumbed to civil war. Fans have embraced BioShock’s mysterious world filled with powerful technology and fascinating characters. BioShock is also renowned for its rich visual detail depicting a gorgeous Art Deco world set deep beneath the sea.
Features:
• All-new PLAYSTATION 3 system exclusive content: In addition to the original revolutionary game experience, PLAYSTATION 3 system fans can enjoy a brand new difficulty mode - Survivor - as well as enjoy Trophy support as they explore Rapture. And the experience doesn’t end there - all new exclusive BioShock downloadable content will be available only on the PLAYSTATION 3 system after launch
• Choices and consequences: Make meaningful choices and mature decisions, ultimately culminating in the grand question: do you exploit the innocent survivors of Rapture…or save them?
• The world is your weapon: Take control of your world by hacking mechanical devices, commandeering security turrets and crafting unique items critical to your survival
• Weapon upgrades provide ammunition for every situation: Upgrade your weapons with ionic gels, explosives and toxins to customize them to take advantage of your enemies’ weaknesses
• Gameplay that evolves around your playing style: Customize your experience by genetically modifying your body through dozens of Plasmid Stations scattered throughout the city and turn your body into the ultimate weapon
• Adaptive AI provides challenges around every corner: Explore a living world where the inhabitants have interesting and consequential relationships with one another that impact your gameplay experience
• Immerse yourself in Rapture: Experience breathtaking visuals that vividly illustrate the forlorn Art Deco city, highlighted by strikingly realistic water effects and meticulously detailed environments
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7 out of
8 people found this
review helpful:
"The bar has been raised."
This is the first time I've based a review on a demo and only the second time I've rated a game 5 stars, I hope this doesn't come back to bite me when I've completed the whole game. Some how I don't think that's likely.
You play the survivor of a crash at sea that finds his way to the underwater city of Rapture. Your help is enlisted by a resident trying to escape with his family who in return assists you by means of radio communication in staying alive and negotiating the labyrinth that is Rapture.
From the first cut sequence you are grabbed by a claustrophobic tension that doesn't let up.
The battles take place between you and a myriad of nightmarish residents, robot sentries etc all suitably sinister enough for some genuine frights.
The weapons system is easy to use and variable features of the game are too numerous to mention and as familiarity from playing the demo is limited it would be inappropriate to comment fully suffice to say that if this doesn't satisfy the most fickle of gamers I'll be very surprised.
This game looks great. The presentation is amazing and it gets away from the "down corridors" game play that FPS's are known for. The haunting '30s music sits perfectly with the art deco environment the game is set in.
As I've mentioned this review is based on the playable demo. Barring cataclysmic disasters you can expect an experience unlike any other game. This is one hell of a ride!
If your wondering, the only other game I've given 5 stars to was Resident Evil 4 which suffered a few minor flaws but was otherwise ground breaking. This so far looks like the bar has been yet again lifted and the game gets 5 stars 'cause there aren't 6.
You play the survivor of a crash at sea that finds his way to the underwater city of Rapture. Your help is enlisted by a resident trying to escape with his family who in return assists you by means of radio communication in staying alive and negotiating the labyrinth that is Rapture.
From the first cut sequence you are grabbed by a claustrophobic tension that doesn't let up.
The battles take place between you and a myriad of nightmarish residents, robot sentries etc all suitably sinister enough for some genuine frights.
The weapons system is easy to use and variable features of the game are too numerous to mention and as familiarity from playing the demo is limited it would be inappropriate to comment fully suffice to say that if this doesn't satisfy the most fickle of gamers I'll be very surprised.
This game looks great. The presentation is amazing and it gets away from the "down corridors" game play that FPS's are known for. The haunting '30s music sits perfectly with the art deco environment the game is set in.
As I've mentioned this review is based on the playable demo. Barring cataclysmic disasters you can expect an experience unlike any other game. This is one hell of a ride!
If your wondering, the only other game I've given 5 stars to was Resident Evil 4 which suffered a few minor flaws but was otherwise ground breaking. This so far looks like the bar has been yet again lifted and the game gets 5 stars 'cause there aren't 6.
3 out of
3 people found this
review helpful:
"Brilliant Game"
There's been lots written about this game and with good cause. It is simply brilliant. Stunning visual quality, rich, detailed, smooth running with a soundtrack in keeping with the high quality production. Gameplay is easy to master with lots of helpful tips and hints if you want them. Spend time marvelling at the detail. The water effects are the best I've seen, and so they should be given this game is set under the ocean.
4 out of
5 people found this
review helpful:
"Great"
This is an awsome game , amazing storyline and great game play too . You can play through the game in many different ways and will have to make some decisions as well . Can't go wrong with this game . Superb .
4 out of
5 people found this
review helpful:
"Big Daddy has hit the PS3!"
Let me begin by saying that I did play this on the Xbox 360 but i could not resist the temptation to buy it again on the PS3 and give it another shot with the new features this game has on offer. BioShock is nothing short of spectacular. It\'s not only in a league of its own in terms of genre and storytelling in video games but it also manages to pull off one of the most rewarding experiences in any form of electronic medium. To say BioShock is a good game would be a massive understatement - BioShock deserves every penny it racks in and is a milestone achievement in video gaming.
If you like horror, thriller or gothic titles then you\'ll be right at home with BioShock. It manages to string together all kinds of genres to form something that is truely unique. If you own a PS3 then i\'d highly recommend you pick up this title. It\'s as every bit as entertaining as it\'s 360 counterpart and with the extra features and DLC you\'d be crazy not to. A worthy Game of the Year in 2007, and will give the best a run for their money in 2008.
If you like horror, thriller or gothic titles then you\'ll be right at home with BioShock. It manages to string together all kinds of genres to form something that is truely unique. If you own a PS3 then i\'d highly recommend you pick up this title. It\'s as every bit as entertaining as it\'s 360 counterpart and with the extra features and DLC you\'d be crazy not to. A worthy Game of the Year in 2007, and will give the best a run for their money in 2008.
2 out of
3 people found this
review helpful:
"perfection"
possibly one of the best games of recent years....you will be captivated from start to finish. if you had any doubts, they will be crushed, mangled, burnt, drilled, electrocuted and slaughtered like the multiverse of carnage in the game....with an awesome captivating storyline witha major plot twist at the end....i reccomend the pc version as there is more control but overall a 10 out of 10. buy it, you wont regret it
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