BioShock 2

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  1. Liteit
    Nov 17, 2013
    9
    The continuation of one my favourite games. It lacks a lot from the original game, but it also a great game, especially for Bioshock fans. It expands the world of Rapture and now some of the unanswered questions are cleared, and the ending is perfect again.
  2. UserScore
    Mar 30, 2014
    9
    BioShock 2 spoiler-free review.
    BioShock 2 is a sequel that proudly carries the name, with enough tweaks and changes to make it worthwhile.
    Let's start with the world. It's more of the same from the original but with upgraded graphics and effects, making it a lot more enjoyable. In BioShock 2 you controll a Big Daddy, and it's gratifying. That's the problem as well. While in the first    BioShock 2 spoiler-free review.
    BioShock 2 is a sequel that proudly carries the name, with enough tweaks and changes to make it worthwhile.
    Let's start with the world. It's more of the same from the original but with upgraded graphics and effects, making it a lot more enjoyable. In BioShock 2 you controll a Big Daddy, and it's gratifying. That's the problem as well. While in the first BioShock you were killed with ease, here, the enemy A.I offers from little, to no challenge. They introduced Big Sisters, which come after you harvest or save the 3 little sisters in an area (and you will, because Big Daddies are not a challenge anymore). They are the toughest enemies in the game, but I think they must have killed once or twice throughout the whole game. The sound and music are just as good, delivering an overall better experience (mostly the music, it's brilliant). The hacking element is much better, and I never got tired of it. Harvesting or saving Little Sisters do the same in BioShock 2 than in BioShock 1, they change a few plot points, but not much else. The difference with Little sisters is that each Little Sister can take ADAM from especific bodies before harvesting or saving them. This addition is genius, as it consists in keeping the Little Sister safe while she takes the ADAM. This requires planning and strategy which is a really nice change for the game. The story. Now, many won't agree, but I considered it better and also much more relatable story than the previous. It was more focused and more engaging, and I enjoyed every bit. There's also the mutiplayer, which is fun, but I don't really see myself playing it long-term.
    After all, BioShock 2 keep itself fresh and innovative enough to make a more enjoyable and focused game than the first.
    Average Score: 9.1    … Expand
  3. HolyShiits
    May 30, 2013
    9
    I give the first bioshock a 10/10, but i would give this a 9/10.
    It feels like a little boring though, but i still like it.
    The game isn't that bad, if the first Bioshock never existed. XP
  4. Triasadi
    May 19, 2015
    9
    Bioshock 2 takes place 8 years after the first Bioshock where you play as Subject Delta, a Big Daddy that was revived. This game offers more content than the first Bioshock because you will play with weapons and plasmids at a time. The gameplay is more brutal than the first Bioshock. And like the first game, you can upgrade your character, weapon, and plasmids. The game may crash once in aBioshock 2 takes place 8 years after the first Bioshock where you play as Subject Delta, a Big Daddy that was revived. This game offers more content than the first Bioshock because you will play with weapons and plasmids at a time. The gameplay is more brutal than the first Bioshock. And like the first game, you can upgrade your character, weapon, and plasmids. The game may crash once in a while eventhough you have a good spec so be sure to save as often as you can. Bioshock 2 is a worthy sequel to the first Bioshock. The story is very complex as the first Bioshock. I recommend to play the first game before playing Bioshock 2.… Expand
  5. debigman
    Jun 11, 2014
    9
    This game is quite solid but is not as good as the first one. This is the one to skip in the series. However, it stands as a beautiful game which can be quite enjoyable if you are a fan of the series.
  6. MetroidFelipe
    Aug 10, 2015
    9
    Great game... The game is so imersive and you don't see the time pass. One of the best FPS I've played in this year. =D
    Um excelente jogo, imersivo você não nota o tempo passar,e foi um dos melhores FPS que eu joguei esse Ano =D
  7. Thewarrior43
    May 29, 2014
    9
    Awesome game but delta is just the worst and weakest big daddy ever but I do like him it's that his armor is like a pillow and I have played hundreds of shooters and I was good at it but when I got out of mission 2 that's when it all went to hell my ass was being kicked by the splicers and I meant the weakest they are how can a pipe attack take a quarter of my health it's a good game butAwesome game but delta is just the worst and weakest big daddy ever but I do like him it's that his armor is like a pillow and I have played hundreds of shooters and I was good at it but when I got out of mission 2 that's when it all went to hell my ass was being kicked by the splicers and I meant the weakest they are how can a pipe attack take a quarter of my health it's a good game but be ready to visit the chamber or what ever it's called a lot.… Expand
  8. Marick
    Mar 8, 2015
    9
    Bioshock 2 is a FPS game developed by 2K Games and released in 2010. The game follows the universe Rapture, but begins 2 years before the first Bioshock, then you move immediately in 1968.The protagonist is a Big Daddy, called Subject Delta, which was designed to protect the Little Sisters. The game is very similar to the first in the series, just bring many improvement in graphics andBioshock 2 is a FPS game developed by 2K Games and released in 2010. The game follows the universe Rapture, but begins 2 years before the first Bioshock, then you move immediately in 1968.The protagonist is a Big Daddy, called Subject Delta, which was designed to protect the Little Sisters. The game is very similar to the first in the series, just bring many improvement in graphics and more. I had little problems with the sound, but it was not a problem in how to ruin the game.… Expand
  9. Amsheagar
    Nov 30, 2020
    9
    i cant say much about this game. it is very similar, than bioshock 1, just different story and a little imroved gameplay and graphics. I think the story was better in the previous episode, but this was fantastic too. It expand the city background and history. If you liked the 1, you have to play with this too.
  10. 4y4
    Feb 15, 2020
    9
    This game was awesome back in 2010. It's now a little bit outdated but still playable.
  11. TheChosenOne7
    Jan 6, 2017
    9
    Awesome game. Every bit as good as the second with improvements. Story of Rapture continues from the first, and it interesting all the way to the end. The last actual Bioshock game with 3, a decent game in its own right, being something entirely different with the Bioshock label on it.
  12. KARF4GEN
    May 11, 2018
    9
    Продолжение борьбы на территории Восторга на сей раз борьбы отца за судьбу дочери, красивые урбанистичные виды и морские миссии.
    Сюжет и его подача вновь на высоте.
  13. elolugo
    Oct 18, 2020
    9
    The same formula as the first one, very fun game regardless. The multiplayer is a nice addition though
  14. ArcanaThe4th
    May 25, 2019
    9
    BioShock 2 had a lot to live up to, and while it may not please all the fans of the original, it maintains it high level of beauty, storytelling and action. Sure it may be missing some of the more iconic characters from the previous game, but Subject Delta and Eleanor's heartwarming father-daughter dynamic was a welcome thing.
  15. CriticalHit20
    Oct 23, 2019
    9
    Everything was so polished in this game from the graphics to the writing to the game play. Had a lot of fun with this one. Like many games, got a little repetitive and grinding at time but a very strong experience overall.
  16. VigilanteOito
    Jan 12, 2021
    9
    Superou o primeiro.
    Gameplay boa igual o primeiro, uma das melhores franquias de shooters que existe.
    Visual e grafico do ambiente é incrivel, a água do Bioshock 2 é a mais bonita dos games que vi até hoje. Tem uma DLC que vc termina em 3 horas ou menos. O game crashou um monte de vezes, principalmente em momentos em que tem muito inimigo na tela, desistalei a tradução, dai diminuiu    Superou o primeiro.
    Gameplay boa igual o primeiro, uma das melhores franquias de shooters que existe.
    Visual e grafico do ambiente é incrivel, a água do Bioshock 2 é a mais bonita dos games que vi até hoje.
    Tem uma DLC que vc termina em 3 horas ou menos.
    O game crashou um monte de vezes, principalmente em momentos em que tem muito inimigo na tela, desistalei a tradução, dai diminuiu mais esses crashes.    … Expand
  17. smolheartbigpp
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    Aesthetically Bioshock 2 is not different than Bioshock. But there are so many other improvements that make Bioshock 2 better than Bioshock.
    I hated hacking in Bioshock which is improved by changing the minigame and introducing "Hack Tool". Through this one can hack anything from long distances and set up mini turrets for big fights.
    The addition of "Big Sisters" is another great idea.    Aesthetically Bioshock 2 is not different than Bioshock. But there are so many other improvements that make Bioshock 2 better than Bioshock.
    I hated hacking in Bioshock which is improved by changing the minigame and introducing "Hack Tool". Through this one can hack anything from long distances and set up mini turrets for big fights.
    The addition of "Big Sisters" is another great idea. Fighting them is challenging, requires preparation, but rewarding.
    The new weapon set is far much better.
    Weapon Upgrades were not hidden this time, which is a bit of a let down because hidden upgrades give way to exploration.
    Maps were difficult to understand because of the overlapping of floors.    … Expand
  18. adam_carl
    Sep 21, 2020
    9
    Bioshock 2 is not better than the first one but we have more scary characters,more powers,more weapons and twisted storylines and enjoyable gameplay too so bioshock 2 almost amazing as the first one BUT JUST ALMOST!!
  19. Ali129
    Jan 14, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. BioShock 2 benim bugüne kadar oynadığım en iyi Aksiyon-Birinci Şahıs Nişancı oyunlarından birisiydi. Serinin ilk oyunu da çok güzeldi -zaten ikisinin hikayeleri bağlantılı- ancak bu oyun kesinlikle çıtayı arşa çıkarmış. Hikaye ile başlayalım, oyun ilk oyunun 2 sene öncesinde, yani 1958'de başlıyor. Oyunda Eleanor Lamb isimli Küçük Kız Kardeş'in Koca Baba'sı olan, ismini bilmediğimiz kod adı "Denek Delta" olan birini oynuyoruz. Yani kontrol ettiğimiz karakter bir Koca Baba. Eleanor Lamb'in annesi, psikiyatrist Sofia Lamb'in Eleanor'u bizden alıp zihin kontrolü plazmitini kullanarak elimize bir silah veriyor ve intihar etmemizi emrediyor. Kaskımızı çıkarıp silahı kafamıza doğrultuyoruz ve tetiği çekiyoruz, her şey buradan sonra başlıyor. 10 yıl sonra ilginç bir şekilde Rapture'un dibinde uyanıyoruz, kurşundan sonra ölmediğimiz anlaşılıyor. Bu sırada, 10 yıl boyunca bizim baygın olduğumuz süre içinde BioShock 1'deki olaylar gerçekleşmiş oluyor ve bambaşka bir Rapture'a uyanıyoruz. Yani hikaye buradan sonra ilk oyunun sonrasını konu almaya başlıyor, ilk oyunda öldürdüğümüz Andrew Ryan'ın ardından Rapture'un kontrolünün Sofia Lamb'e geçtiğini öğreniyoruz. Bizden kurtulduktan sonra, Sofia Lamb Koca Baba sistemini ortadan kaldırıp, yerine "Büyük Kız Kardeş" modelini geliştirdiğini öğreniyoruz. Büyük Kız Kardeşler, yanlarında bir Koca Baba'ya ihtiyaç duymuyorlar çünkü fazlası ile güçlüler, oyunda yenmesi en zor düşmanların da Büyük Kız Kardeş'ler olduğunu belirteyim. Ardından Koca Baba'ları ve Küçük Kız Kardeş'leri ortadan kaldırmaya çalıştığı için çaresiz bir durumda kalan, ilk oyundan hatırladığımız Tenenbaum ile karşılaşıyoruz ve kendisine Küçük Kız Kardeşler'ini kurtarması konusunda yardım ediyoruz. Buradan sonra oyun Elanor'un izini sürüp bulmaya çalışmamız ile geçiyor, aynı zamanda Andrew Ryan'da aralarında bulunmak üzere ilk oyundan hatırladığımız bazı karakterlerin de ses kayıtları ile zaman zaman karşılaşabiliyoruz. Oyunun sonlarına doğru ise Elaenor'u buluyoruz ve Elaenor da bir Büyük Kız Kardeş olup Rapture'dan kurtulmak için bizimle birlikte savaşıyor. Oyunun sonunda ne olacağı ve Sofia Lamb'in akıbeti oyun boyunca verdiğiniz kararlara göre şekilleniyor ve oyun o şekilde son buluyor. BioShock 2'nin çok güzel işlenmiş ve heyecanı oyuncuya hissettirebilen bir hikayesi var. Ben hikayeyi çok beğendim. Oynanış olarak fizik motoru ilk oyundakinin aynısı, ancak geliştirmeler yapılmış. Yani anlayacağınız fizikler ilk oyunun biraz üstünde, ortalama sayılır. Oyundaki savaşlar çok hızlı ve heyecanlı olduğu için "canlandırma tüpü" olayı hariç hiç sıkmıyor ve oyun kendini oynatıyor. Yakın dövüş ve plazmitler bu oyunda ilk oyuna göre oldukça geliştirilmiş ve hem yakın dövüş hem de plazmit kullanımı ilk oyuna göre çok daha rahat ve keyifli. Hack olayı da kolaylaştırılmış ve makineleri uzaktan hackleyebilmemize yarayan bir silah oyuna eklenmiş, bunlar da çok yararlı geliştirmeler olmuş. İlk oyundaki zor ve zaman kaybettiren hack sisteminin kaldırılması yerinde bir geliştirme. Ateşli silah kullanımı ilk oyunla neredeyse aynı, yani vuruş hissi vasat bu silahlarda. Ancak pompalı tüfekteki vuruş hissiyatı diğer silahlara göre daha tatmin edici bir hisse sahip, onu da söyleyeyim. Atmosfere gelirsek, BioShock 2'nin Rapture'u benim bugüne kadar gördüğüm en iyi oyun şehri olabilir. Atmosfer tek kelime ile inanılmaz, oyunu sadece manzaralara bakmak için oynayabilirsiniz. Şehrin her kısmı özenle modellenmiş, ben remastered sürümünü oynadım ve grafikler bugün bile sırıtmıyor. İyi yapılmış bir remaster ile harika bir atmosfere sahip şehrin birleşmesi inanılmaz olmuş. Atmosfer konusunda oyun kusursuz. Onun dışında, ilk oyundaki yükleme süresi probleminin bu oyunda da olması beni üzdü. Oyunu SSD'den oynamama rağmen hızlı kayıt aldığım zaman 3-4 saniyelik bir yükleme ekranı geliyor ve bu hiç güzel değil. Yine ilk oyunda olan ölünce canlandırma tüpünden doğma olayı ne yazık ki bu oyunda da devam ediyor ve bunun olmasına üzüldüm. Çünkü bana kalırsa bu oyunun atmosferine uygun değil, onun yerine hızlı kayıt alıp öldüğümüz zaman en son kayıttan başlamalıydık. Oyunu oynadığım süre boyunca sanırım sadece bir tane hata ile karşılaştım, o da çok küçük bir hataydı göze batmadı. İlk oyunda daha fazla hata ile karşılaşmıştım, bu oyunda hataların önüne geçilmesi beni mutlu etti. Sona gelelim, BioShock 2 muazzam atmosferiyle, iyi yazılmış karakterleriyle, oyuncuyu içine çeken harika hikayesiyle, eğlenceli, hızlı ve aynı zamanda akıcı oynanışı ile Aksiyon-Birinci Şahıs Nişancı türünün en iyi oyunlarından biri, hatta belki de en iyisi.… Expand
  20. Richard_dias
    Aug 14, 2023
    9
    Everytime I play BioShock 2, I like it more. Is definitely not as good as the first game, but still one the best FPS I've ever played.
  21. Thecaseyoz
    Jul 12, 2021
    9
    Everything in this game built upon an already great game. Bioshock 2 brings the player deeper into the lore and they'll have a great time playing it. Only thing that stood out to me - it felt like a self insert fan fiction. The story had added new characters in a timeline already established. So while playing Bioshock One again, you may ask yourself, where are all the characters mentionedEverything in this game built upon an already great game. Bioshock 2 brings the player deeper into the lore and they'll have a great time playing it. Only thing that stood out to me - it felt like a self insert fan fiction. The story had added new characters in a timeline already established. So while playing Bioshock One again, you may ask yourself, where are all the characters mentioned in the second game.

    Still a great play and lovely atmosphere    … Expand
  22. good76
    Aug 24, 2022
    9
    So Bioshock 2 was made by another studio, but it turned out to be a cool and exciting story about a big daddy who ends an arc about delight
  23. Uarabei
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    Sequel to a masterpiece. The game turned out good, it was cool to feel like a big daddy.
  24. decumon
    Jun 7, 2022
    9
    Ремастер очень красивый, вода и освещение шик даже для 2022 года, зеркала и вода все отражают, выглядит очень красиво, сюжет и геймплей тоже класс.
  25. Easheff
    Jun 20, 2022
    9
    a great game with new combat mechanics like gun bashing and new plasmids the story is ok but the ending is underwhelming
  26. arkantos869
    Aug 10, 2023
    9
    Overall a very good game. While there were obvious improvement to the gunplay as compared to the original Bioshock, the story is much less engaging. The DLC is great and I still recommend those who liked Bioshock to play the sequel.
  27. LogicalTomato
    Jul 21, 2022
    9
    Dark underwater city with amazing atmosphere. Beautiful soundtrack. Great gameplay. Solid plot.
  28. trinovatic
    Apr 20, 2023
    9
    Aunque considere que su historia sea peor que la del primero aun asi pienso que es una muy buena historia, el apartado gráfico es una maravilla junto con su diseño de arte que hasta ahorita es mi favorito, el único problema es que en pc tuve el problema del directx10 y tuve que bajárselo, empeoraron un poco las texturas pero nada catastrófico, el soundtrack es increíble, hay temas delAunque considere que su historia sea peor que la del primero aun asi pienso que es una muy buena historia, el apartado gráfico es una maravilla junto con su diseño de arte que hasta ahorita es mi favorito, el único problema es que en pc tuve el problema del directx10 y tuve que bajárselo, empeoraron un poco las texturas pero nada catastrófico, el soundtrack es increíble, hay temas del primero que tocan algunas cosas y los nuevos son buenísimos, el gameplay es muy divertido, muy diferente a algunos shooter de esta época pero aun asi es muy dinámico. JUEGAZO… Expand
  29. Antavardo
    Aug 24, 2022
    9
    Gran segunda parte, el cambio de ahora ser un Big Daddy resulta refrescante en la historia, la música como era de esperar de la franquicia excelente, la jugabilidad un tanto repetitiva tanto como parecer un DLC del primer juego lo cual no es algo malo, historia diferente a la primera entrega pero igual de buena, sin duda un must to play.
  30. 3ls0ul
    Mar 7, 2023
    9
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
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#5 Best PC Game of 2010
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#12 Most Discussed PC Game of 2010
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#13 Most Shared PC Game of 2010

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Metascore
88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 36 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 36
  3. Negative: 0 out of 36
  1. PC Gamer
    90
    Similar and slightly improved mechanics make this a worthy sequel, despite a sadly less-memorable story. [Mar 2010, p.70]
  2. Vandal
    86
    A conservative return to Rapture, but full of quality.
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  3. VideoGamer
    90
    If 2K had managed to tell a story that equalled or bettered that found in the original, we'd have been left with an unquestionably better experience, rather than just a more exciting, smarter shooter.
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