BioShock: The Collection

 PC
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. 4P.de
    Sep 16, 2016
    100
    While the games in their entirety truly stand the test of time, still show that they got “it” and (at least on consoles) have never looked this good, the bonus content could be more plentiful.
  2. Ragequit.gr
    Sep 23, 2016
    88
    High definition textures do a solid job of re-introducing one of gaming’s enduring masterpieces to a younger generation of gamers. Whilst not providing adequate incentive to re-purchase for gamers who already own these time capsule titles, Bioshock: The Collection makes an ideal gift for introducing someone to the magical and never ending journey of PC Gaming.
  3. Multiplayer.it
    Sep 19, 2016
    85
    BioShock: The Collection is the perfect edition for who haven't played any BioShock in the past.
  5. Gamers' Temple
    Dec 10, 2016
    82
    Any gamer that hasn't had the chance to experience BioShock should heavily consider grabbing a copy of the collection. For starters it comes with all three games, including DLC, and is easily some of the best, unique, and memorable experiences in FPS gaming in the last ten years. For those that have played the series, you will probably have a high school reunion reaction like I did. You'll see new faces (better graphics), potentially new things to talk about (behind the scenes look at the creation of BioShock and playing all DLC you may have missed), or avoiding it completely.
  6. Everyeye.it
    Jun 3, 2020
    80
    A more than good porting.
  7. IGN Sweden
    Oct 2, 2016
    80
    Bioshock: The Collection is essential if you never played these games. For those who have, there's little new to find here.
  8. PLAY! Zine
    Oct 12, 2016
    70
    The collection of all Bioshock games isn't a bad remaster, but neither is it an outstanding one. For the console crowd it’s a worthy addition to their collection, but for PC players it doesn't offer a big enough improvement.
  9. Gamer.nl
    Sep 22, 2016
    65
    Thankfully the games are pretty much the same as they were, but the details in this remaster are disappointing. The PC-version specifically has to deal with a lot of issues and technical disappointments, so we advise you to pick a console version.
  10. CD-Action
    Dec 12, 2016
    50
    A huge disappointment. I can recommend The Collection only to those who never played the original games, because the quality of the remasters does not justify paying for them again (even old bugs were left intact!). [12/2016, p.57]
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#76 Best PC Game of 2016

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 204 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 151 out of 204
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 204
  3. Negative: 34 out of 204
  1. Usernaym
    Sep 15, 2016
    2
    Disclaimer: Bioshock itself is a fantastic game. The original version is actually my favorite game of all time despite the technical issues.Disclaimer: Bioshock itself is a fantastic game. The original version is actually my favorite game of all time despite the technical issues. I'm giving this "remaster" a 2/10 because it fails at being a remaster in almost every conceivable way.

    All of the technical issues that plagued the original PC release are present in this iteration. All of them. Mouse input (which was easily the worst aspect of the original game) has not seen any fixes in this remaster, the constant audio dropping/stuttering hasn't been fixed, and the game constantly crashes just like the original did when played on newer hardware. Also, game-breaking bugs from roughly a decade ago have remained untouched in this release. The addition of new bugs, like the main menu randomly switching between controller and KBM controls, doesn't help the situation.

    The texture work and lighting, while decent in some areas, is actually worse than the original in others. Definitely not up to par with what I've come to expect from remastered games. Worse still is that the advanced graphics settings are COMPLETELY ABSENT from this release even though they were in the original. I don't know what else to call that than a downgrade.

    There is still no FOV slider, and there is still no mouse sensitivity slider. Sensitivity is still measured on a 1-10 scale, with 1 being the only "normal" sensitivity, but also being especially bugged for some reason, forcing players to use 2 sensitivity minimum.

    So... what exactly was "remastered" in Bioshock Remastered? Certainly none of the things that needed to be. I would have given this effort a 0/10, but then I remembered the addition of the Golden Reels, console-exclusive DLC, and Steam achievements.

    Honestly, this game is just sad. It could have been so much better, but the devs decided not to make an effort.    … Full Review »
  2. fallouts
    Sep 13, 2016
    10
    All games in the package look noticeably better than the last gen console versions. Significant effort was put into the first 2 games whileAll games in the package look noticeably better than the last gen console versions. Significant effort was put into the first 2 games while Bioshock Infinite is just a port of the PC version set to "very high" graphics option (I compared it in the past and it was running on the low graphics on last gen systems). Frame rate is 60 FPS in all with some dips. The extras are mind blowing with all DLC thrown in and new features like the developer commentary and concept arts. The packaging is also slick. Considering how much effort 2K put into this collection, it's worth the price than most "remasters" being put out at slightly lesser price.… Full Review »
  3. Omid_Zaraki
    Sep 13, 2016
    10
    The Best Collection In The World
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    Enhanced Graphic With All DLC's
    The Best Collection In The World
    Enhanced Graphic With All DLC's
    The Best Collection In The World
    Enhanced Graphic With All DLC's
    The Best Collection In The World
    Enhanced Graphic With All DLC's    … Full Review »
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