BioShock Infinite: Burial at Sea - Episode Two

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  1. timeknight
    Mar 26, 2014
    10
    My goodness. Just when you think the game can't get any better, it does. If you enjoyed Bioshock 1, this DLC completely wraps everything up. It explains all of the things you think you didn't quite understand with Infinite, and lots of things from Bioshock 1. They even explain the Vita-chambers.

    Seriously though, this is the kind of DLC that's justifiable. Bioshock Infinite with the    My goodness. Just when you think the game can't get any better, it does. If you enjoyed Bioshock 1, this DLC completely wraps everything up. It explains all of the things you think you didn't quite understand with Infinite, and lots of things from Bioshock 1. They even explain the Vita-chambers.

    Seriously though, this is the kind of DLC that's justifiable. Bioshock Infinite with the added DLC is nothing short of a masterpiece. It takes the cake as my favorite of the Bioshock games.

    Pros: The story
    The atmosphere
    The cinematic gameplay (the directing and perspective work on this is amazing)
    Completely new type of game play. (Combat isn't necessary, you have to find other solutions to situations besides just hack and slash)
    The characters

    Cons:
    It's the end of Bioshock.

    Overall, the DLC provides a good 6 hours of extra game time, if you take the time to explore most of the areas to do some side questing. I think I missed some voxophone recordings, still. Also, if you plan on playing through an even harder mode, they have 1999 mode and an extra 1998 mode.

    I don't give many (if any) games this kind of score, but to me, it's definitely a 10/10.    … Expand
  2. GuyWhoReviews
    Mar 25, 2014
    9
    Burial At Sea Episode 2 is easily the best DLC I have ever played. Unlike the first part of Burial At Sea, episode 2 focuses more on story. I won't spoil anything, but this DLC goes off constants and variables and connects BioShock and BioShock Infinite's universes. You play as Elizabeth instead of Booker in Burial At Sea Episode 2 and use more stealth. You get the skyhook, but can onlyBurial At Sea Episode 2 is easily the best DLC I have ever played. Unlike the first part of Burial At Sea, episode 2 focuses more on story. I won't spoil anything, but this DLC goes off constants and variables and connects BioShock and BioShock Infinite's universes. You play as Elizabeth instead of Booker in Burial At Sea Episode 2 and use more stealth. You get the skyhook, but can only knock back enemies as well as a few weapons and plasmids. The new weapon is the crossbow, which includes a noisemaker that distracts enemies, a poisonous gas one, and a tranquilizer dart. You also get the plasmid peeping Tom which makes you invisible. 1998 mode is also featured, which involves no killing and is similar in difficulty to 1999. Unfortunately, when you die it goes back to the auto save instead of being revived, the screen after every time you die gives interesting details. Overall, the gameplay is almost identical to BioShock Infinite, with a couple differences since Elizabeth isn't as strong as Booker. The DLC, like I said focuses on story and relates to BioShock and BioShock Infinite, so play this after you beat both games. The ending will leave you just as shocked and surprised as the ending of BioShock Infinite and if you loved the BioShock series, you will love this DLC.… Expand
  3. Jay_Pickens
    Jul 24, 2018
    9
    What a great way to explain everything. This DLC ties the events and characters of Infinite with the original Bioshock game perfectly. I'm not keen on the stealth gameplay, but I got through it and the story blew my mind. This is amazing game... and there's no Nickelback in it. Couldn't the world be any better? Pickens approves.
  4. JaydenPickens
    Feb 20, 2019
    9
    What a great way to explain everything. This DLC ties the events and characters of Infinite with the original Bioshock game perfectly. I'm not keen on the stealth gameplay, but I got through it and the story blew my mind. This is amazing game... and there's no Nickelback in it. Couldn't the world be any better? Pickens approves
  5. RagingPoet
    Feb 24, 2018
    8
    8.5 out of 10.
    Burial at Sea Episode 2 is just a great DLC: it differs from Bioshock Infinite a lot and improves the story by filling some holes in BI. I would really recommend it especially for everyone who liked Bioshock 1.
  6. Tadrith
    Mar 27, 2014
    10
    I very much loved this installment to the BioShock franchise. While it doesn't tie up all the lose ends left by the other games it dose neatly bring the game full circle and dose what very few sequels do for me, which is make me eager to play the original again.
  7. orctown-troll
    Mar 27, 2014
    10
    OK so it's hats off to Ken Levine for finishing his work on Bioshock in great style. While these games were in the end more about storytelling than gameplay, I think we need to acknowledge that the story WAS interesting. Nothing is perfect and it is easy to nitpick elements that are less than satisfying along the way. however in the end it was a landmark franchise. It is worthwhile to buyOK so it's hats off to Ken Levine for finishing his work on Bioshock in great style. While these games were in the end more about storytelling than gameplay, I think we need to acknowledge that the story WAS interesting. Nothing is perfect and it is easy to nitpick elements that are less than satisfying along the way. however in the end it was a landmark franchise. It is worthwhile to buy and play all the parts of it. And in the end it leaves more than a few interesting memories, much as though we had read a good book. Thanks for the games to all the team at Irrational. Hope you all move on to new good things!

    Orctowngrot.    … Expand
  8. waterupmynose
    Mar 31, 2014
    10
    Sooo.... good... it has the stealth elements of Thief but is much faster paced. There are total **** moments, where I learned all sorts of stuff that made my jaw drop. The ending is confusing, but it makes sense overall.
  9. Galloway
    Jun 2, 2014
    10
    Absolute masterpiece, one of the best DLC's ever made! If you loved the original Infinite you have to get this. For those who were disappointed with the gameplay of the original, because it was too much shoot 'em up, this one is a lot different. You have to think through rooms because you can't run in and start blasting. Ammo and money are limited, the weapons are much more gimp, some ofAbsolute masterpiece, one of the best DLC's ever made! If you loved the original Infinite you have to get this. For those who were disappointed with the gameplay of the original, because it was too much shoot 'em up, this one is a lot different. You have to think through rooms because you can't run in and start blasting. Ammo and money are limited, the weapons are much more gimp, some of the rooms are packed, and Liz doesn't take damage as well as Booker did.

    Also I absolutely loved the enemy characters, I would stand there for like 5 minutes just listening to them ramble off random catch phrases, I almost didn't want to kill them because they were so entertaining.

    Story is excellent and atmosphere surreal as usual. Can't wait for the next Bioshock installment. Great job.    … Expand
  10. RaveHeart
    Apr 13, 2014
    10
    There is a right way and a wrong way to play games like these...they are not straight up shooters, so they are meant to be chewed and digested slowly rather than swallowed whole and sucked out in no time.

    The best video game sequel ending since ever.
  11. Iimonster297
    Mar 27, 2014
    9
    9.9 out of 10. I honestly loved Burial at Sea Episode Two more than the whole franchise. Burial at Sea Ep2 engages me more with Elizabeth. the ending is so complicated that not everyone can easily understand, but to be honest, I liked the ending so much. Burial at Sea Episode Two is mainly playable by stealth mode playing as Elizabeth. Stealth Mode is better than the combats. I would say,9.9 out of 10. I honestly loved Burial at Sea Episode Two more than the whole franchise. Burial at Sea Ep2 engages me more with Elizabeth. the ending is so complicated that not everyone can easily understand, but to be honest, I liked the ending so much. Burial at Sea Episode Two is mainly playable by stealth mode playing as Elizabeth. Stealth Mode is better than the combats. I would say, it's easily the best DLC ever made so far, HANDS DOWN.… Expand
  12. 22duckys
    Mar 27, 2014
    9
    For all of those who complain about it not being long enough (5 hours in medium difficulty, and I am fairly good at the game) or too story based here is why you're wrong (not I disagree with your opinion, I mean you are wrong). For the length, we have to remember that this is a 15 dollar DLC (cheaper if you bought the season pass), not a full game. You didn't pay for a 15 hour epic, youFor all of those who complain about it not being long enough (5 hours in medium difficulty, and I am fairly good at the game) or too story based here is why you're wrong (not I disagree with your opinion, I mean you are wrong). For the length, we have to remember that this is a 15 dollar DLC (cheaper if you bought the season pass), not a full game. You didn't pay for a 15 hour epic, you will not get one. what they did deliver was closure, which is much needed in this series, the fact that they were able to pull together a satisfying ending to such an outstanding series is insane. As for the focus on story, if you wanted more gameplay, go check out the first Burial at Sea installment or Clash in the Clouds, Irrational Games said from the start part 2 would have a different style of gameplay for Elizabeth and that it would focus more on story. As for the quality, of the story it is fantastic. The way they setup dominoes and let you knock them down is incredibly fun, and the fact that they treat gamers like the smart humans they are is very enjoyable. The story ties into Bioshock 1 moreso than Infinite and will spoil the ending of the former if you have not played it. All in all, the game is worth every penny, if just for that closure you feel at the end. Good job, Irrational Games, and farewell. This is the sendoff every developer should hope to aspire to.… Expand
  13. lace22
    Jul 31, 2014
    10
    Masterpiece.

    I really liked how they explain the connection between Rapture and Columbia.
    It was beautiful to see everything of Rapture in Unreal Engine 3.
    And at the end I cried, my main reason to give this DLC a 10
  14. xstuff123x
    Mar 25, 2014
    8
    I'm kind of torn about this DLC. Yes, the game is well paced, looks beautiful, will keep you guessing until the very end just like any game that Ken Levine touches, and it's definitely a must play game for anyone who's played Bioshock Infinite and wants to get the full story. The game plays like a hybrid of the original Bioshock and Bioshock Infinite, and works well. Also, it looks likeI'm kind of torn about this DLC. Yes, the game is well paced, looks beautiful, will keep you guessing until the very end just like any game that Ken Levine touches, and it's definitely a must play game for anyone who's played Bioshock Infinite and wants to get the full story. The game plays like a hybrid of the original Bioshock and Bioshock Infinite, and works well. Also, it looks like Irrational games definitely put a lot of time and work into making this DLC considering all the new art assets that can be found in it. There are however a few glaring issues with this 4-5 hour DLC that do stop it from being a much better game than it could have been.

    One thing that bothered me was how the game's combat seems pretty unbalanced. For example, there's an invisibility power-up that you get very early on in the game. The power-up in and of itself is actually really fun at first, but as time goes on, I began to realize how broken and unfair the power-up was. Essentially, you can go invisible, melee kill an enemy, and then go back to being invisible without anyone laying a finger on you, and since the invisibility power-up takes away almost no salts from you, I found myself clearing out entire rooms with the process of going invisible, whacking a bad guy over the head, and then going back to being invisible.

    [Note: minor spoilers in this next paragraph]. The one other thing that kind of bothered me about the game was how it tried really hard to tie together BioShock Infinite's story with the original Bioshocks story. It all felt really unnecessary, and I really wished we didn't have to go back to a story that was already told to us over 6 years ago. I don't know, maybe Ken Levine is just trying to close off the Bioshock/Bioshock Infinite canon because he doesn't want 2K Marine to make a Bioshock Infinite 2, or a prequel to the original Bioshock. Either way, I really wasn't blow away by the games ending like I was with Bioshock Infinite.

    Despite these few complains however, Burial at Sea - Episode 2 is still a must play game for anyone who has played Bioshock Infinite. It's not perfect, but it's still a high note for Irrational games to go out on.    … Expand
  15. smk123
    Mar 31, 2014
    9
    I won't spoil anything but I thought the story in this game was nearing perfection towards the end, I didn't think the ending would truly satisfy but it certainly has and I reccomend this to any Bioshock fan.

    Only thing to note is as you probably already know it is stealth-oriented, straight up combat is a much more difficult affair compared to playing as Booker, so don't go in all    I won't spoil anything but I thought the story in this game was nearing perfection towards the end, I didn't think the ending would truly satisfy but it certainly has and I reccomend this to any Bioshock fan.

    Only thing to note is as you probably already know it is stealth-oriented, straight up combat is a much more difficult affair compared to playing as Booker, so don't go in all trigger happy! I knocked a single point off purely because of a few glitches I had but technical issues aside I couldn't be happier with this piece of DLC and it is a fitting finale to the Bioshock Infinite saga    … Expand
  16. DatAverageGamer
    Mar 26, 2014
    9
    Burial At Sea Episode 2 is almost damn near perfect and a good conclusion to the bioshock universe, One thing I want to be made clear is that do not buy this unless you played the original Bioshock, mainly because the story being told in this DLC has a huge link with Bioshock.

    Anyway, The DLC's story is superb and like Bioshock Infinite it does have a great ending, the gameplay however    Burial At Sea Episode 2 is almost damn near perfect and a good conclusion to the bioshock universe, One thing I want to be made clear is that do not buy this unless you played the original Bioshock, mainly because the story being told in this DLC has a huge link with Bioshock.

    Anyway, The DLC's story is superb and like Bioshock Infinite it does have a great ending, the gameplay however does feel a little bit unfinished. The stealth mechanic in the game does work in most areas but some levels are designed in a way which will end up you going guns blazing which leads on to another issue.

    The DLC is heavily focused on stealth, you can go guns blazing but it does usually ends up with you dying. Now when you die in this DLC, unlike before when you were revieved and pushed back into battle. In this you will start from your last checkpoint which does force experimentation.

    The game's artistic look is amazing and the voice acting is superb throughout and I couldn't say enough about this DLC, it takes around 3-4 hours if played in a stealthy way but play time may depend on skill.

    Perfect DLC, might just be the killer to Red Dead Redemptions' Undead Nightmare    … Expand
  17. Darthghost1
    Mar 25, 2014
    9
    This is how dlc should be done. The gameplay is spectacular, the story is every Bioshock fans' dream, and I won't even get started on the time spent making every aspect of Rapture perfect. Lengthy, gorgeous, and just as memorable as the base game itself, every Bioshock fan needs to pick this one up.
  18. Kenmei
    Jul 1, 2014
    9
    In what is probably the final piece of content that the Bioshock series will ever seen made by Ken Levine again, Burial at Sea accomplishes much more than the original did and then some. While the overall package doesn't help push Bioshock Infinite to the level of the original Bioshock, it's a good way of wrapping things up for the game as whole.
    Episode two picks up right at the end of    In what is probably the final piece of content that the Bioshock series will ever seen made by Ken Levine again, Burial at Sea accomplishes much more than the original did and then some. While the overall package doesn't help push Bioshock Infinite to the level of the original Bioshock, it's a good way of wrapping things up for the game as whole.
    Episode two picks up right at the end of episode one: You play as Elizabeth for the first time in the series and you are tasked with saving the young girl from the first episode. The journey will take you from Rapture back to Columbia and back on a wonderful trip. The characters are really well done. Troy Baker does it again as Booker, who is now assisting Elizabeth on her journey. I really liked how things moved along here but I don't like the overall goal. This girl is not really that important to Elizabeth in the grand scheme of things and to see her go as far as she did for her is kinda odd. There are alot of things here to see and alot of things to do for a piece of DLC.
    The gameplay is more stealth in nature as Elizabeth can't take as many hits as Booker. There are moments where conflict is unavoidable and those are the worst parts of the game. It also doesn't help that, while there are new plasmids in the game, the plasmids they do give you are not very good, except for the first one you get that lets you see through walls for enemies. I liked the focus on stealth but the fact that they don't really give you an option, based on the weapons you get and the plasmids you get, doesn't leave alot of choice in how to handle alot of situations.
    The best part of the game though is the fact that this ties everything together. Honestly they could have worked it out to where you wouldn't need to have played the first episode if they wanted too but the fact remains that it's really nice to see the whole series finally tie together between Rapture and Columbia. The ending is also pretty good as it was definitely something I wasn't expecting. But, again, they could have found a better reason for Elizabeth to venture on than to find a girl she didn't even know.
    This game is more about the journey than the destination. I highly recommend anyone who liked either or both Bioshock games (I don't count Bioshock 2) to play this game and to see what happens in the end. It's very well done and it probably is the final piece of Bioshock content that will be coming out with the closure of Irrational Games earlier this year. It's a great momento to a great series and you will be extremely impressed with the way they wrap things up and set in motion the events from the original Bioshock.    … Expand
  19. Nataraja
    Jul 23, 2014
    9
    General Overview: If you have familiarity with Rapture, the setting for Bioshock (forget Bioshock 2 - NOT by Irrational and not really worth playing in my opinion) and have enjoyed Infinite, you would do yourself a disservice by not getting BOTH episodes. Taken on their own, Episode 2 is more enjoyable game and is a fulfilling end to the tale of Rapture and Columbia. Episode 2 uses aGeneral Overview: If you have familiarity with Rapture, the setting for Bioshock (forget Bioshock 2 - NOT by Irrational and not really worth playing in my opinion) and have enjoyed Infinite, you would do yourself a disservice by not getting BOTH episodes. Taken on their own, Episode 2 is more enjoyable game and is a fulfilling end to the tale of Rapture and Columbia. Episode 2 uses a different game play style that fits for your "new" protagonist. This is a great send off for one of my favorite companies and game series (forget Bioshock 2 - not Irrational's game and it shows...). Thankfully Ken Levine will continue with a smaller studio producing his strong narrative games, it just won't be the big group that formed Irrational.

    TL;DNR: 9: Great way to close out Irrational games work on Bioshock.s. If you enjoyed Bioshock and Infinite (forget Bioshock 2 please) then you owe it to yourself to bring the series and the story full circle and get these DLC. Great graphics, smooth game play, intense combat and a great ending to a complex and intellectually provocative story.

    Technology/engine: 7: Uses Unreal 3 and is well optimized but nothing really innovative on this end.

    AI: 7: A little brain dead in places and incapable of missing at other times but on a whole its a challenge and keeps you on your toes.

    Graphics: 9: Great sets, good character models with plenty of variation, good particle effects and gun play is as sound as ever.

    Sound: 8: Slight distance to source issues (voices sometimes sound like they are on top of you but are really across the room) but otherwise great ambient sound that provide immersion. The audio logs are just great and remain a highlight of the series.

    Soundtrack: 10: Superb period appropriate music that does not overwhelm and only enhances the experience and immersion.

    Voice acting: 10: Really top notch voice acting. Some of the best in gaming.

    Crafting: N/A

    Customization: Not really able to rate on this as its very minimal.

    Game play systems: 9: Simplified from Episode 1 and a vast improvement however the continued use of sky hooks is questionable. In fact they are used so little it appears that they were included just to keep a thread of connection between the two worlds - Columbia and Rapture.

    Controls: 9: The controls in Episode 2 are streamlined and improved when compared to Episode 1.

    Story: 10: Fantastic writing with great dialogue - everything from the short short films to cut scenes and off the cuff comments. Ken Levine is a masterful story teller.

    Multiplayer: N/A    … Expand
  20. spectralknight
    Mar 29, 2014
    10
    The best ending for one of the biggest games in history.Bioshock and both episodes will remain in my mind forever.Such a memorable game which can never be forgot.Episode 2 remake the amazing city of Rapture and guides you through the end of it during the civil war that destroyed the entire city and transformed it into a ruin of a big city at the bottom of Atlantic.
  21. cameronc
    Mar 28, 2014
    10
    Bioshock Infinite is probably the best game I've ever played, and this DLC is a fitting conclusion to not just Burial at Sea, and indeed not just Bioshock Infinite, but to the entire series as a whole - a fitting farewell to fans of this brilliant, mind-bending, boundary-pushing, beautiful series.
    The stealth works really well, the shift in gameplay and narrative tone vis-a-vis Elizabeth    Bioshock Infinite is probably the best game I've ever played, and this DLC is a fitting conclusion to not just Burial at Sea, and indeed not just Bioshock Infinite, but to the entire series as a whole - a fitting farewell to fans of this brilliant, mind-bending, boundary-pushing, beautiful series.
    The stealth works really well, the shift in gameplay and narrative tone vis-a-vis Elizabeth v. Booker is immaculately conceived, and the writing is Levine at his absolute peak. Some end-of-series DLC provides fitting plot closure, some (Mass Effect: Citadel) provides spiritual closure. Burial at Sea sits the throne of the unique pantheon that accomplishes both.    … Expand
  22. elmaigoch09
    Mar 27, 2014
    10
    THE EPIC CONCLUSION, just awesome this is the best writing in a video game of the 21th century, the characters are unique and the story is beautiful with every detail explained, this is just the best finale ever.
    I love bioshock.
  23. MrGingerGeek
    Mar 25, 2014
    9
    This is everything I hoped for and more. It is perfect.
    If you enjoyed either Bioshock or Bioshock Infinite, I thoroughly recommend you play Burial at Sea.
  24. likegamesorwhat
    Mar 27, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For me Bioshock Infinite was the game of a generation but now we have the closure of Bioshock's story (that made by Irrational games ).(Possible spoilers ahead) The ending was touching and really explains in a sentimental way why everything happens how it happens (with the death of Elizabeth).If you're looking for a stealth action pack this dlc won't disappoint in most parts even if there are section where you feel that is a little bit broken but this is nothing that good patch cannot fix. .I've really enjoyed the Bioshock universe including Bioshock 2 but if 2K decides to make another Bioshock game I don't think that it will be as good as those were only if , those brilliant minds in the former studio will return .Hope I'm wrong and good luck to all those former Irrational employees ! Oh and overall this dlc is brilliant and if you are a Bioshock fan this is a no missing part of your collection… Expand
  25. StaticSpine
    Mar 26, 2014
    9
    A great story connecting Bioshock Infinite with the original Bioshock, great atmosphere, very beautiful locations. Though I'd prefer this to be a movie or I don't know...an adventure game, not a shooter. The plot and level exploration really outshine the battle system. Overall, a very good ending for the story.
  26. Dalek
    Jun 24, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A year ago, I played Bioshock Infinite and was overwhelmed by its ending, amazed by its graphics and its storyline, I loved everything about Infinite. One year later, I'm overwhelmed again by its storyline, the ending, the quantum mechanics, multi-universe stuff... Everything. Except, this time I'm crying. I'll be honest here, I have never cried over a video game ever in my life, and let me assure you it's not easy at all to make me cry.

    At the beginning of Episode Two (in Paris), I was shedding tears because of how beautiful and happy everything was. The music, the atmosphere, graphics, animation... The amount of detail everything had. Not only that, I realised that it was going to be the end of Bioshock as a whole as Irrational had closed down and I didn't want the story to end at all. So thats why it made me cry even more.

    But anyway, the gameplay is more stealth based on Episode 2 as you play as Elizabeth. I like how they've added stealth to this episode as well. It makes the episode a lot longer and challenging. You have to be creative and to think on how you're going to clear out your enemies, who you'll take out first, whether to wait or not etc.

    The lockpicking is good as well, I like that it requires patience. Just like the stealth.

    I like the crossbow weapon, its actually the main gun I used along with the Revolver. Surprisingly I didn't use any of the other weapons. I guess it's because I wanted to be stealth.

    Everything about Episode 2 is just terrific, from voice acting, to atmosphere to combat, everything. I don't know what else to say.

    The ending again was beyond amazing, I cried again at the last part where you see Booker leading you to the Ace in the hole and also shedded many tears at the ending. I have never enjoyed a video game storyline so much in my entire life that has given me so many feelings. Sadness, happiness, overwhelm (in a good way of course haha), confusion, and shock...

    Thank you thank you thank you to the brilliant voice actors and everyone who worked on the games and DLCs.

    Thank you thank you thank you again for everything, and to everyone.

    You will be missed Irrational. (Thank you Ken Levine!)    … Expand
  27. Zen-Zinxe
    Mar 27, 2014
    8
    There are a lot of good things about this DLC, but overall I believe it was a bad idea to do DLC like this.

    Good things about this dlc include the voice acting as always, the writing is sometimes cliche as it tries too hard to be philosophical. The gameplay is alright but really easy. This DLC will take you about 5 hours if you take your time to look at things and find audio logs, but    There are a lot of good things about this DLC, but overall I believe it was a bad idea to do DLC like this.

    Good things about this dlc include the voice acting as always, the writing is sometimes cliche as it tries too hard to be philosophical. The gameplay is alright but really easy. This DLC will take you about 5 hours if you take your time to look at things and find audio logs, but in reality it is probably shorter than the first episode.

    The problem with this episode is that in a worthwhile effort to tie everything together there is a lot of dialogue and cinematic cutscenes without gameplay. So this DLC is essentially a fairly easy stealth game played during a short movie.

    So yes, the DLC is good regardless. The story is interesting and I have never felt so uncomfortable during one of the cutscenes, which I will not spoil. I'm legitimately impressed with the DLC for that alone. Truly a suspenseful and genuinely tense experience there.

    As good as the DLC is though, it's a bad way to use DLC. Using DLC to flesh out a games story is like saying, "If people want to understand the whole thing they'll have to pay us 70-80$." I don't respect this decision at all as a consumer, but from a business standpoint I'll admit it's brilliant. People are going to feel like they missed out on something if they don't get the DLC for this game. I imagine nearly every person with this game will have the DLC because they'll feel like their experience is incomplete without it.

    So it's good. This was a good place to stop the series, and I hope nobody ever touches the franchise again. Would I have been happier if the other 2 dlc were more gameplay focused like clash in the clouds? Yes. It wouldn't have been a **** you" to everyone who bought the base game expecting to get the whole story.

    This DLC is not about the combat. The combat is a joke to anyone who doesn't suck horribly at the game. This DLC is about wrapping up the story, and it does its job.    … Expand
  28. lifeeater95
    Mar 27, 2014
    10
    This is hands down the best dlc I have ever played. With a brilliant plot that ties together the worlds of Bioshock and Bioshock Infinite, the addition of new stealth gameplay that is consistently engaging and keeps you on edge, and brilliant thematic elements that Irrational Games have exceled in time and again, this is a fitting end to the Bioshock franchise.
    Gameplay: In this dlc you    This is hands down the best dlc I have ever played. With a brilliant plot that ties together the worlds of Bioshock and Bioshock Infinite, the addition of new stealth gameplay that is consistently engaging and keeps you on edge, and brilliant thematic elements that Irrational Games have exceled in time and again, this is a fitting end to the Bioshock franchise.
    Gameplay: In this dlc you play as Elizabeth, and unlike Booker, she is not a tank who can carry large weapons and has a great deal of health. Unlike past Bioshock games, where you would go guns blazing nearly all the time, a new stealth component is added that is used in a majority of the game and it is a welcome addition. You get a new plasmid that lets you see enemies through walls and you can turn invisible and completely avoid encounters with enemies, but if you do encounter an enemy who is about to spot you, then comes your handy crossbow. With three different types of ammunition, each having a distinct feature you can strategically get through different areas in a variety of ways, which keeps the gameplay interesting, tense, and gives it variety.

    Story: I will avoid using any spoilers. The story in this dlc is mind-bending. What we have come to expect from Irrational Game is killer plot twist, and they deliver. But it goes beyond that, the story is both an personal and emotional experience. Thanks to excellent voice acting, brilliant animation sequences, and absurdly good writing, you can't help but feel an influx of emotions and constant jaw dropping. At the same time it requires a lot from the player to fully grasp the story. You should play all the bioshock games. (minus bioshock 2) So in that sense it is really demanding, but if you are a bioshock fan or love games that are story centric, then it is well worth the pay off. I do not think we will see a story this multi dimensional and original in a game for a long time. Kudos to Irrational!

    World: ITS FREAKIN RAPTURE!!! WHAT'S THERE NOT TO LOVE. And built entirely from scratch from the bioshock infinite engine, it is absolutely gorgeous. The way they blend the lighting and shadow effects is superb and adds a whole new element to the setting and the art deco halls are truly breathtaking to look at. It even adds to the story, half the time characters are shrouded in shadow making it difficult to see there face and only adding to the tension and mystery of the game. Marble floors ,large chandeliers and an excessive amount of detail showing how Rapture went to hell. Its been a year since Bioshock Infinite has come out, and I can say that even with all these next gen releases, the graphics have not aged by a day, the world is gorgeous.
    I give it a 10 out of 10. With 6 hours of gameplay (which is a lot more content than other games offer for a much steeper price), an engaging story, excellent stealth gameplay, and a beautiful world to explore, this is the best dlc I have ever played, and a fitting way to end the bioshock universe. Thank you Irrational for providing the best gaming experience I have ever had, you will be missed dearly.    … Expand
  29. UserScore
    Mar 30, 2014
    9
    BioShock Infinite: Burial at Sea - Episode Two spoiler-free review:
    After an Okay first episode, Burial at Sea episode 2 redeems itself with and outstanding closure to BioShock and BioShock: Infinite.
    After steping into Elizabeth's shoes, the story kicks-off right away with brilliant writing and new sides that will make us think if it was trully justified to love or hate some characters.    BioShock Infinite: Burial at Sea - Episode Two spoiler-free review:
    After an Okay first episode, Burial at Sea episode 2 redeems itself with and outstanding closure to BioShock and BioShock: Infinite.
    After steping into Elizabeth's shoes, the story kicks-off right away with brilliant writing and new sides that will make us think if it was trully justified to love or hate some characters. The mechanics/gameplay. Burial at sea episode 2 adds a stealth side to the game that's totally satisfying and well executed. The music is really touching. The sounds are top notch. The graphics are great. I found the ending not very satisfying and it left me wanting a bit more of closure, but that's the only complaint I have.
    In the end, Burial at Sea Episode 2, is an incredible closing chapter to one of the best franchises of last-gen.
    Average Score: 9.4    … Expand
  30. Orderan
    Apr 9, 2014
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. While overall bringing a great ending to the bioshock series, I feel mitigated about this DLC. The change of pace was good, and this helpless feeling left me chilling several time. However, the dlc felt kinda short in length.

    Burial at Sea 2 answers some question, but a lot of unanswered one remain, which can be summed up in one question, Why ?
    -Why Didn't Elizabeth used Tears to left Rapture when the local Big Daddy got started ?
    -Why did she die but somehow ended being back as a normal person ?
    -Why are the Luteces doing all this ?

    So the ending is quite frustrating.    … Expand
  31. Orhunkk
    Oct 4, 2014
    9
    A very good DLC.If you enjoyed Bioshock Infinite, I definitely recommend you play Burial at Sea.It concludes the whole Bioshock saga with a high note.Must play.
  32. Tehvendon
    Mar 27, 2014
    8
    They've done it again with this amazing DLC pack, I'm impressed. I loved the game from beginning to end! I've been a huge Bioshock fan and have yet to be disappointed with any of the experiences I've had, thank you Irrational Games!
  33. mikett66
    Jul 16, 2014
    8
    I think that Elizabeth couldn't turn into a sort of a Rambo. Even after killing Fitzroy she didn't kill anybody else. Everything I didn't like in episode 1 still existed in episode 2 (Penumeo lines, look at my critic). Also I didn't like the checkpoint system because there were no Vita chambers/Elizabeth healing you (because you are Elizabeth). I agree that if Elizabeth could still openI think that Elizabeth couldn't turn into a sort of a Rambo. Even after killing Fitzroy she didn't kill anybody else. Everything I didn't like in episode 1 still existed in episode 2 (Penumeo lines, look at my critic). Also I didn't like the checkpoint system because there were no Vita chambers/Elizabeth healing you (because you are Elizabeth). I agree that if Elizabeth could still open tears it would have been a mess, so I guess that a bit of a change in the storyline could help (for example, Booker not dying). The long ending scene was awesome.… Expand
  34. Whrod
    Mar 30, 2014
    9
    Burial At Sea Episode 2 is a must buy if you're a huge BioShock 1 or Infinite fan. Whereas Burial at Sea Episode 1 felt like a filler and had really no purpose what so ever, Burial at Sea Episode 2 feels like true closure for one of the greatest game franchises of the previous generation. It brings in a new view to both BioShock 1 and Infinite and brings masterful closure to both. Even ifBurial At Sea Episode 2 is a must buy if you're a huge BioShock 1 or Infinite fan. Whereas Burial at Sea Episode 1 felt like a filler and had really no purpose what so ever, Burial at Sea Episode 2 feels like true closure for one of the greatest game franchises of the previous generation. It brings in a new view to both BioShock 1 and Infinite and brings masterful closure to both. Even if it felt that they put Andrew Ryan for the sake of putting him there, you owe it to yourself to play this DLC. It's a perfect swan song for Irrational Games.… Expand
  35. talkingDead
    Mar 28, 2014
    10
    bioshock infinite was the best original game i have ever played. bioshock series are good story teller and present creative worlds. burial at sea episode two, come into prominence my favorite side of series. focus on story and adventure. this dlc better than my expectation and i love it.
  36. LukeSter
    Apr 3, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I can't describe in words how much I love this DLC!
    You will learn so much about the backgrounds of the BioShock Universe like never before.
    Especially I loved the end, which i won't tell here, but trust me: It's great!
    Also the gameplay is wonderful and I'm sure i will play this DLC many times again.
    It is a MUST HAVE for every BioShock fan!    … Expand
  37. 0aky
    May 28, 2014
    9
    This is the dlc that all bioshock fans really wanted at six hours it is as long as some full games but unlike most other games at that length it is amazing.

    The shoot everything you see game play from the full game and episode one has been replaced by a stealth orientated game play that is really fun thanks to small things like the looking through walls and invisibility plasmids and the    This is the dlc that all bioshock fans really wanted at six hours it is as long as some full games but unlike most other games at that length it is amazing.

    The shoot everything you see game play from the full game and episode one has been replaced by a stealth orientated game play that is really fun thanks to small things like the looking through walls and invisibility plasmids and the new crossbow with different types of bolt that need to be used widely as would will other wise run out.

    But the real reason you would buy this dlc is for the story and conclusion. The story leading up to the end is great taking you back to Colombia at one point and giving you more information on both of the world's and the things that inhabit those worlds. But the best part of the story is the end which I will let you experience for yourselves just know it is truly amazing and a great way to close the franchise.    … Expand
  38. Marick
    Mar 14, 2015
    10
    Bioshock Infinite Burial At Sea is an episodic expansion for BioShock Infinite. The story happens after the events of BioShock Infinite. The second episode is one that brings more innovative. Stealth mode type was introduced in the game, and doing quite a good job. The story is more compelling one managed to bring many attractive thing.
  39. MattBarker
    Oct 23, 2014
    9
    This game is all about the story story story
    Everything else is also great but the story provided the basis
    If you like complex stories with some Sci-Fi, fear this game you
  40. russiangamer
    Apr 9, 2017
    10
    Лучшее длс. Главная особенность - нам дали поиграть за элизабет, а новая механика стелса пусть и имеет некоторые недочёты, но всё равно интересна. Место действия стало ещё мрачнее, сюжет - интереснее.
    Это пример того, как надо делать длс, за которое не жалко денег.    Лучшее длс. Главная особенность - нам дали поиграть за элизабет, а новая механика стелса пусть и имеет некоторые недочёты, но всё равно интересна. Место действия стало ещё мрачнее, сюжет - интереснее.
    Это пример того, как надо делать длс, за которое не жалко денег.
  41. kezzyhko
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
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  42. TEG_17
    Feb 14, 2022
    8
    Здесь геймплей сделал с упором на стелс, за время длс приедается, но здесь вы не ради этого, а ради сюжета, и вот он вас не разочарует. Выносмозга.
  43. nioju
    Nov 3, 2021
    10
    Um final muito bom, bizarro e bugado. AMEI Bioshock, como o primeiro jogo que eu joguei da franquia, amei mesmo sem, talvez, entender acontecimentos do 1 e 2. VALE MUITO APENA!
  44. petrkozak13
    May 15, 2022
    8
    Episode 2 is so much better than ep. 1 in my opinion. Playing as Elizabeth is a nice twist and new weapons/powers are a great addition to the gameplay. Plus the story wrapping up events all the way from Bioshock 1 was a beautiful end of this saga.
  45. GSTVCF
    Aug 15, 2022
    9
    It's a must play for any Bioshock fan, it explains everything you probably didn't understand from Infinite, and elucidate a lot of things from the first Bioshock as well
  46. LT_Gruber
    Dec 15, 2022
    10
    Excellent DLC for Bioshock Infinite.

    When the Burial at Sea DLC’s came out for Bioshock Infinite, I thought it would be the same idea as Minerva’s Den for Bioshock 2. A nice little piece of extra story, played trough the eyes of an previously unknown character, to view another point of perspective. Man was I positively surprised when playing Burial at Sea Episode one and two. This is    Excellent DLC for Bioshock Infinite.

    When the Burial at Sea DLC’s came out for Bioshock Infinite, I thought it would be the same idea as Minerva’s Den for Bioshock 2. A nice little piece of extra story, played trough the eyes of an previously unknown character, to view another point of perspective.

    Man was I positively surprised when playing Burial at Sea Episode one and two. This is a prequel to the events of the first Bioshock game and takes place in an era that Rapture was prosperous and alive, instead of the dead, rotten city it has become.

    You play as Elizabeth this time and her play style is a fresh new perspective for the game because you don’t go full Rambo and guns blazing like Jack or Big Daddy, but rather do things the quiet and careful way. You use stealth, darts and traps to take care of your enemies and rather get away safely than engaging in combat. I really liked this way of playing.

    The added story in Burial at Sea episode one and two is excellent. I played many games and watched many movies in which the creators try to add some unknown uncle or nemesis, that always was there, in their prequels, but in this game, the added story and the way that it all fits in with the first Bioshock game and Bioshock Infinite just blew my mind. It is flawless and perfect. I literally applauded when finishing the two episodes. For this reason, again, I will not spoil or mention any of it in this review.

    In the end, all I can say is that these two DLC’s for Bioshock Infinite are the best DLC’s I ever played in a game and have yet to be matched in the future.    … Expand
  47. OMGitsTHEMEMI
    Jul 14, 2023
    10
    Out of both dlcs chapter 2 is by far the best one and the story is very very good for me even rivals and surprases the main story one.
  48. gracjanski
    Dec 17, 2022
    9
    Clearly better then the first episode, especially I like the stealth gameplay and it fits to a female style. There are again not so many items to collect, so you need to save and change the weapons and kind of attacks, thats good.
    The story...on the one side it is complex and have a great connection to Bioshock 1. On the other side it is hard to understand again.
  49. Avalord
    Jun 20, 2019
    10
    Beautiful Addon that finally closes the storyline of Maingame Bioshock infinite of for that matter the whole trilogy. Great storytelling!
  50. dayoda
    Mar 27, 2014
    10
    Bioshock infinite was my favourite game of 2013 and is now my favourite of all time. I loved every single moment of it and could play it over and over. I eagerly awaited burial at sea once it was announced and I really enjoyed part one, but it was a bit short. From the moment you start episode 2 you know this is something completely new! It feels like a new game and continues its storyBioshock infinite was my favourite game of 2013 and is now my favourite of all time. I loved every single moment of it and could play it over and over. I eagerly awaited burial at sea once it was announced and I really enjoyed part one, but it was a bit short. From the moment you start episode 2 you know this is something completely new! It feels like a new game and continues its story and feels well tied into infinite and part one. But it's story feels fresh and new two, you will want to start right over from the beginning from the moment you you finish it. It really is one of the best piece of DLC I have ever played and any fan of the series needs to play it. Irrational really went out with a bang with this one.… Expand
  51. eva3si0n
    Dec 8, 2022
    10
    At one time, I played DLC to Infinite and only met them when the re-release of the game on Nintendo Switch was released. But how much I missed, it's hard to imagine that DLCs can so influence the plot of major games and the series as a whole. Burial at Sea - Episode Two is just a great DLC that has a great plot. The plot tries to at least correct the nonsense of Episode One and link allAt one time, I played DLC to Infinite and only met them when the re-release of the game on Nintendo Switch was released. But how much I missed, it's hard to imagine that DLCs can so influence the plot of major games and the series as a whole. Burial at Sea - Episode Two is just a great DLC that has a great plot. The plot tries to at least correct the nonsense of Episode One and link all games into one story. The DLC itself takes 6-7 hours, and unfortunately you will split the main plot twist for 5 hour of the game. But how great is Burial at Sea - Episode Two plays to the emotions of the players and fans of the series. It's one of the best DLCs in games I've played. One of the best endings of the series of games. And now you can understand how difficult it will be to release a new Bioshock if you do not restart the franchise.… Expand
  52. nitorita
    Dec 4, 2019
    9
    In Episode Two, it seems the devs realized the problem with the first episode, which was the lack of a recap. Now included in this DLC, it gives you a short summary of the first two games to help clarify the circumstances of Rapture in the DLC. Better late than never to see it now, I suppose.

    The gameplay is largely stealth-oriented this time, as pretty much everyone can kill you in two    In Episode Two, it seems the devs realized the problem with the first episode, which was the lack of a recap. Now included in this DLC, it gives you a short summary of the first two games to help clarify the circumstances of Rapture in the DLC. Better late than never to see it now, I suppose.

    The gameplay is largely stealth-oriented this time, as pretty much everyone can kill you in two shots. The atmosphere and narration by Elizabeth is more enjoyable than the first DLC, and there is a lot of story introduced that ties the three games together.

    Unlike the first episode, this one is longer and has a lot more substance to it. I actually think you can skip the first episode and go straight to this one, since this episode is so much more enjoyable and the first episode isn't all that important anyway. Episode Two feels like the sequel to the entire franchise itself.

    I can happily give this a 9/10. It may not scratch the same suspenseful itch from the main games, but it certainly offers a memorable experience and plenty of story that ties together the entire BioShock universe and wraps it up.    … Expand
  53. The_Moon
    Mar 18, 2018
    9
    Soundtrack: 9/10
    Graphics: 10/10
    Story: 10/10 Gameplay: 8/10 The soundtrack was beautiful at times, reinforcing the setting of the DLC, Rapture. The graphics had a interesting balance between being realistic and cartoon-like. The story develops the characters even further, mainly Elizabeth. The DLC ends in a nice twist that wrapped the BioShock games into one clear story. The stealth    Soundtrack: 9/10
    Graphics: 10/10
    Story: 10/10
    Gameplay: 8/10

    The soundtrack was beautiful at times, reinforcing the setting of the DLC, Rapture. The graphics had a interesting balance between being realistic and cartoon-like. The story develops the characters even further, mainly Elizabeth. The DLC ends in a nice twist that wrapped the BioShock games into one clear story. The stealth focused gameplay was never too hard or too easy and was a refreshing break from the normal FPS style combat. Overall, I had absolutely no problems with this. I do want to mention that as of all of BioShock Infinite and its DLC the story does get quite confusing. I had no problem with this, because you can easily look up explanations or play it more than one time. If you don't want to have to do either of those things, this may not be the game for you.

    Overall: 9.5/10    … Expand
  54. SilverOrlov
    Sep 28, 2019
    8
    This part seems to me is much better and more interesting than the first episode.
  55. Lazyyybone
    Dec 23, 2020
    9
    엘리자베스로 플레이하는 게 힘든 거 하나 빼고는 마무리도 역시 갓갓갓.... 비극으로 끝나지만 희망을 보는 엔딩과 모든 편을 종합하는 마무리까지 완벽했다.
  56. garygreen
    Sep 4, 2020
    10
    The last game of bioshock i play and it verry sad to see elizabeth dead verry emtions
  57. irai16
    Nov 8, 2021
    8
    The ending is highly depressing but incredibly thought-provoking, re-contextualizing the entire Bioshock franchise. The gameplay remains tight and satisfying, with the addition of stealth elements working well, and the mixture of Rapture and Columbia locations provides a welcome change of pace. An essential DLC for any Bioshock fan.
  58. pizzalover2788
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    Aunque tiene la jugabilidad que menos me gusta de toda la saga, es el broche perfecto a esta serie de juegos, cerrando así la historia completa. Lo jugué después de estar decepcionada por el episodio uno y me sorprendió para bien. No deja de ser un dlc pero es necesario jugarlo sí o sí para mí.
  59. Gorbunov2004
    Apr 11, 2021
    8
    В этом дополнении мы играем за Элизабет, И нам будет помогать Букер своими советами. Появился стелс хоть и NPS немного тупые. Появился арбалет и несколько видов боеприпасов к нему, и способность 'Подглядывания'. И это дополнение во 2 раз доказало что Фонтеин 'Атлас' полный мерзавец и обманщик.В этом дополнении мы играем за Элизабет, И нам будет помогать Букер своими советами. Появился стелс хоть и NPS немного тупые. Появился арбалет и несколько видов боеприпасов к нему, и способность 'Подглядывания'. И это дополнение во 2 раз доказало что Фонтеин 'Атлас' полный мерзавец и обманщик.

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 34
  3. Negative: 1 out of 34
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    May 16, 2014
    40
    What it gains on atmospherics, it lacks in gameplay and the story is uneven, saved only by a few brilliant scenes. [Issue#241]
  2. Ragequit.gr
    May 14, 2014
    99
    A gorgeous, utterly immersive and hugely satisfying conclusion to one of the greatest video game narratives of all time.
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  3. Games.cz
    Apr 23, 2014
    70
    Elizabeth is a match for Booker's first episode, she even outdoes him with several intense scenes. Besides, if you belong to those that saw the shooting as a nuisance, you'll agree with this one's freer tempo along with an option to get around the shooting.
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