BioShock Infinite

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  1. GameMan2005
    Aug 29, 2023
    9
    My favorite Bioshock game, this title is something else. Booker's story is quite compelling and the gameplay is as good as ever.
  2. zarvx
    Jul 20, 2023
    8
    the only good thing about bioshock infinite is elizabeth and its complex plot.
  3. OMGitsTHEMEMI
    Jul 14, 2023
    10
    Final entry of the bioshock saga with the best story so far, the gunplay and the vigors are also pretty good in this game but not as good as in the other bioshocks. Elizabeth is also an amazing character and the Lutece are funny as hell. And the burial at sea dlcs are very good dlcs.
  4. Jaidenbrkl1
    May 15, 2023
    9
    Such an incredible game that I sadly never got the chance to actually play. Will play it when I get enough of games before I play it.
  5. Fletch1027
    Feb 21, 2023
    9
    A fun fps that even people who are not fans of the genre can enjoy. With fun combat and world it is one most will enjoy.
  6. Road1
    Feb 7, 2023
    10
    Played this on the PS5 as part of the bioshock collection. Wow, this game was deep. This was like going to Universal Studios. Kudos to the developers for making a unique fun filled action packed beautiful game for grownups.
  7. goodgriff33
    Jan 24, 2023
    9
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  8. JrDouble
    Dec 7, 2022
    9
    A truly great game and spectacular graphics on the PS3. Very refreshing, bright, colorful, with fast-paced combat. A must play on the PS3.
  9. hector_bcn98
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Me imagino a los creadores de Bioshock en una reunión pensando qué hacer ahora que habían reventado la industria del videojuego con un juego bajo el mar, que llegase el becario y dijera "y si lo hacemos ahora en el aire?"
  10. buronizzz
    Oct 18, 2022
    10
    This is a masterpiece on its own. Even if you don't have the background knowledge of the Bioshock world you can still easily get immersed in this story and be shocked at the end. The combat is also fun and challenging if you are going for a higher difficulty. Definitely worth a try for anyone new to the series.
  11. Jattaman
    Aug 29, 2022
    9
    Terzo episodio della serie, migliora addirittura l'ottimo primo capitolo.
    Trama intensa e ricca di colpi di scena, personaggi carismatici e tridimensionali.
    Gameplay che riprende quello dei primi due episodi, ampliandolo.
    Grafica, ambientazioni e comparto audio evocativi.
    Uno dei migliori FPS in commercio.
  12. FrozenCamper
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Best game of my whole lifeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
  13. Domdom21br
    Aug 7, 2022
    9
    historia muito legal, graficos e ambientação maravilhosa, soundtrack que é incrivel porém jogabilidade simples, vale muito a pena
  14. HuevoAlce
    Jun 27, 2022
    9
    Infinite got to the multiverse craze well before anyone else in this great entry.
  15. iFrosty
    Apr 4, 2022
    8
    Extraordinary story, poor gameplay.
    Extraordinary story, poor gameplay.
    Extraordinary story, poor gameplay.
  16. Roman_LAV
    Mar 20, 2022
    9
    Graphics 1
    Design 1
    Animation 1
    Sound 1
    Voice 1
    Music 1
    Story 1
    Gameplay 1
    Control 0,5
    New Ideas 0,5
    Total - 9
  17. kyle20ellis
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Warning: Spoilers
    Bring us the girl, wipe away the debt is what Booker Dewitt (Troy Baker) has to do in the newest BioShock game. Set in 1912 during the growth of American exceptionalism, former Pinkerton agent Booker DeWitt, is sent to the floating air-city of Columbia to find that young woman known as Elizabeth (Courtnee Draper), who has been held incarcerated there for most of her life    Warning: Spoilers
    Bring us the girl, wipe away the debt is what Booker Dewitt (Troy Baker) has to do in the newest BioShock game. Set in 1912 during the growth of American exceptionalism, former Pinkerton agent Booker DeWitt, is sent to the floating air-city of Columbia to find that young woman known as Elizabeth (Courtnee Draper), who has been held incarcerated there for most of her life in a life style bird cage, protected by a mysterious creature known as Songbird. Though Booker rescues Elizabeth, the two are pursued by the city's warring factions: the nativist and elite Founders leaded by Prophet Zackary Comstock (Kiff VandenHeuvel) that strive to keep the city for pure Americans from their view as un-American, and the Vox Populi, a rebel group lead by Daisy Fitzroy (Kimberly Brooks) representing the minorities. Booker finds Elizabeth to be central to this conflict, and learns that she possesses extraordinary powers to manipulate rifts in the space-time continuum that wreak havoc on Columbia. The City in the Sky leave the depths of Rapture to soar among the clouds. The flying city is a beautiful and vibrant world that holds a very dark secret. It is found by the beliefs of Christianity and the worship of the Founding Fathers as religious figures, while also a police state that enforced racist and sexist attitudes on its citizens. Yes, the game has some racism, but its story is based on 1912 where racism was in its prime. This game isn't for the young gamer, but for mature audience anyways. It' a new world, way different to the damp, dark and Claustrophobia area. While the game doesn't offer free range gaming, and often limited. It's in rich with beautiful colors, details, and Easter eggs. Example: The Barbershop version of "God Only Knows". I miss Barbershop quartets. I love the steam punk, and Harry Turtledove feel to the game. To understand more about the story, I think it's very important for the player is able to locate audio logs, Voxophones and film projectors Kinetoscopes so that they will expand on the history of Columbia beyond those events occurring within the game. The player controls Booker throughout the game, eventually working with the AI-controlled Elizabeth. Having Elizabeth around, doesn't feel like an escort mission, you don't have to protect her, and she is very helpful as she gathers up money, vigors, and ammos for you. She also can unlocked doors and use her power to help fight hostile forces. Elizabeth felt like a Disney like character and works against Booker's grim appearance. Like previous BioShock games, the player uses a combination of weapons, gears, and psychokinetic powers granted through vigors. You can played on normal (easy, normal, and hard). All of them are a great challenge, but never to too frustrating. Enemies such as Handy Men, Patriots, and Sirens will make this game interesting. If not, there is the sky-line. A roller coaster, type ride for the player. There is also a 1999 mode will make you a pro and change the dynamics of the game. The faults of the game are that there are no altering endings like the previous Bio Shock's games. At the end of the game you realize why your choices don't matter, this was done purposely. This is why everyone should accept why there aren't any alternate endings. Still, it would be awesome to have a choice. If there's one thing we learned from this game is that in life you may have a limited amount of choice, but the potential outcomes are infinite. The game is less open and mazy. I wished this Songbird was also a boss instead of just a cut scene. The two weapon limit. The battles like the last battle needed better design. I couldn't really get a chance to buy all the upgrades I want and there is not a New Game+. The Vigors could've used more buff. Last, there weren't any puzzles or problem solving areas like the other Bio Shock's games. Still, the game is amazing and kick-ass but I don't see a sequel for it. Not because it's bad, no way is BioShock Infinite a bad game. So far it's one of the best games I've played in 2013. But unlike the last two BioShock games which even when you escaped from Rapture the city is still down there, and there's possible sequels for it. But the ending for Infinite, mind blowing ending by the way and the way it's told doesn't feel like it's setting up for a sequel if you know what I mean. Absolutely fantastic game! It's already become one of my all-time favorite games. It's a fun gameplay and having pleasing visuals. So give it a try. Game on, my fellow gamers.    … Expand
  18. superpyro296
    Jan 5, 2022
    8
    Bioshock Infinite is an amazing game, the type of game we can't forget. These days, with so many games released, we find a lot of games who suffer from being too generic. Here, with Bioshock Infinite, it's not the case at all ! I played this game twice and I just finished this morning one of the DLC (Burial at sea episode 1 ) which I also recommend.

    For me, this game is almost a 9/10. I    Bioshock Infinite is an amazing game, the type of game we can't forget. These days, with so many games released, we find a lot of games who suffer from being too generic. Here, with Bioshock Infinite, it's not the case at all ! I played this game twice and I just finished this morning one of the DLC (Burial at sea episode 1 ) which I also recommend.

    For me, this game is almost a 9/10. I think the best section is the first chapters when we enter Columbia. Ken Levine is so good to create worlds and universes. Columbia and Rapture are wonderful and unique ! Also, I must add that Elisabeth is one of the best side characters I ever saw in a video game !

    Bioshock Infinite is quite different than the first two entries (Bioshock 1 and Bioshock 2). It is more linear and they implemented new systems (tears, aerotram, etc...).

    Why I didn't give this game 9 or 10/10 ? I think it's because of the mechanics and the bad difficulty spike for the last battle. I think they should encouraged more the use of the different types of vigors and even create puzzles around that (they missed a huge opportunity here...). At least, in Bioshock 1, there were some small environmental puzzles for the plasmids like melting the ice for exemple.

    However, this is a great game that is still enjoyable in 2022 :)    … Expand
  19. B00tador
    Nov 28, 2021
    9
    I still really like this for all its faults, I think it still plays great today and it and while not as good as 1 is still worth playing.
  20. Rcldidilelou14
    Oct 14, 2021
    10
    Bioshock infinite, tout d'abord quel niveau d'écriture pour cette franchise, les 3 jeux sont extrêmement bien amenés, les ambiances sont énormes, même sans Rapture ça passe, Columbia n'est pas Rapture mais c'est très bon, le top du top
  21. Badr90s
    Sep 23, 2021
    10
    The best in the masterful triology, living the utopia as Troy baker to save the princess, all this escalating quickly to a disturbing dystopia, design soundtrack characters and story just perfect
  22. soahknam
    Aug 9, 2021
    9
    The best bioshock I have ever played, good story, gameplay. a game you must play.

    STORY: 9
    GAMEPLAY: 9
    MUSIC: 9
    VISUALS: 10

    PERSONAL SCORE: 9 >> A JEWELL
  23. DAcoolestJ76
    Jul 27, 2021
    10
    This was my first time ever playing any Bioshock game and let me say it was one of the best games I have ever played. I have yet to play Bioshock 2 so I will not give my opinion on that one. I loved the first one. This game did not show it's age to me, if I hadn't ever heard of Bioshock I would've thought this game came out this year. i loved the characters and the story even the endingThis was my first time ever playing any Bioshock game and let me say it was one of the best games I have ever played. I have yet to play Bioshock 2 so I will not give my opinion on that one. I loved the first one. This game did not show it's age to me, if I hadn't ever heard of Bioshock I would've thought this game came out this year. i loved the characters and the story even the ending didn't brother me because I loved it so much. I have got all the trophy for this game and I loved playing this game again to collect all the auto logs. Now Bioshock Infinite is where I think is one of my favorite games of all time. I know that a bunch a people don't like this game because it does not take place in Rapture but I loved this game as soon as I started playing. The story and the time travel can be a bit confusing but I loved the stories and the characters. I like the characters Booker and Elizabeth. I like the sitting and the whole cult vibe behind Comstock. Overall I have played 1 and Infinite and the dlcs and I loves this series I can't wait till I play 2 and get the whole Bioshock experience. I give it a 10 because I could play this games forever.… Expand
  24. SeixasV
    Jun 3, 2021
    10
    Please, you must play this game! The history of this game is something completely out of the box, few games have an excellent history like that. The gameplay is simple and vicious, the combat is super cool and the Elizabeth powers stole the spotlight. Elizabeth, Booker Dewitt, and SongBird are remarkable, I assume to you that you will never forget this game, one of the best games of allPlease, you must play this game! The history of this game is something completely out of the box, few games have an excellent history like that. The gameplay is simple and vicious, the combat is super cool and the Elizabeth powers stole the spotlight. Elizabeth, Booker Dewitt, and SongBird are remarkable, I assume to you that you will never forget this game, one of the best games of all time. The ending is mind-blowing and completely brilliant.… Expand
  25. DrPebba
    May 15, 2021
    9
    This game does a lot of things right, i love the first two bioshocks, and this is really different but at the same it feels so bioshock, the gameplay its better, the story is great and finally the protagonist speaks, the characters are charming, the asthetic and look of everything its beautiful, and such an enjoying game to play that i want to play again, if i have to say some bad thingsThis game does a lot of things right, i love the first two bioshocks, and this is really different but at the same it feels so bioshock, the gameplay its better, the story is great and finally the protagonist speaks, the characters are charming, the asthetic and look of everything its beautiful, and such an enjoying game to play that i want to play again, if i have to say some bad things it would be the ending that is confusing and you need to watch someone explaining it to understand, i dont like that you can carry onlly 2 weapons cause in the 1st two you had like 9 weapons to use, here there are a lot of weapons but you can only carry 2, and is irritating in some cases, other thing is that in some parts it becomes a bit repetitive and not fun but thats in only a few parts, the game is amazing and you should give it a try even if you havent played the other bioshock games.… Expand
  26. Epic-jakeyo
    Mar 12, 2021
    10
    An unbeatable masterpiece of storytelling with perfect art, atmosphere and music. This will always be my favourite game and everytime I come back to it and play it through it blows my mind.
  27. Alexander838
    Feb 28, 2021
    10
    10/10 *********************************************************************
  28. Mauriciojw
    Jan 30, 2021
    9
    Bioshock Infinite is a provocative and revolutionary FPS set in the floating city of Columbia, with one of the best level design in recent years and decent graphics for the Ps3 System. The grappling hook and the vigors potions, explorable scenarios and charismatic characters, gives the player a fresh and unique single player campaign, with one of the most memorable and complex story inBioshock Infinite is a provocative and revolutionary FPS set in the floating city of Columbia, with one of the best level design in recent years and decent graphics for the Ps3 System. The grappling hook and the vigors potions, explorable scenarios and charismatic characters, gives the player a fresh and unique single player campaign, with one of the most memorable and complex story in gaming history. A must play game and one of the best titles of this generation!… Expand
  29. Gabzguy
    Dec 7, 2020
    10
    BioSchock sendo o que é, e em uma escala ainda melhor, com um gamplay bem superior aos jogos de Rapture.
    Um dos melhores roteiros, além de personagens marcantes como Elizabeth e Booker.
  30. Psplayer2021
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    Excellent game! Great storyline, great graphics, great music and sound, what can I tell more without spoiling? Not a typical FPP.
  31. PoActsOfGenesis
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Terrific gameplay, soundtrack, and story. This game was an absolute pleasure to play.
  32. Spence20
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    This game was a great experience for me. This is the first bioshock game I have played and it was incredible. All of this was great especially the end with that incredible twist. The only problem was the stupid goddamn ghost fight I hated that.
  33. ShinishiKudo
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Great ending to asend greata trilogy.
    Bioshock Infinite isna beautifull game.
  34. zidfrit
    Nov 11, 2020
    8
    Esta saga cada ves va revolucionando mas sus juegos con cada nueva entrega, una historia muy buena e inesperada, un gameplay muy cómodo y fácil de acostumbrase, variedad de poderes y armas, así como los enemigos y la posibilidades de interactuar con el escenario, siempre mente uno de los mejores juegos de esta generación que no te arrepentirás de jugarlo y lo disfrutaras de principio aEsta saga cada ves va revolucionando mas sus juegos con cada nueva entrega, una historia muy buena e inesperada, un gameplay muy cómodo y fácil de acostumbrase, variedad de poderes y armas, así como los enemigos y la posibilidades de interactuar con el escenario, siempre mente uno de los mejores juegos de esta generación que no te arrepentirás de jugarlo y lo disfrutaras de principio a fin, ya seas nuevo o no en esta saga.… Expand
  35. AlexvaderII
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    Es un juego fenomenal de principio a fin, si han jugado a las primeras entregas este es imprescindible ya que la historia igualmente los atrapara, este juego tiene muy buenas graficas, buena ambientación, es original para separarse de sus entregas anteriores e innova en su jugabilidad, tanto la ambientación como los enemigos son diferentes e igualmente su historia. Como siempre tendremosEs un juego fenomenal de principio a fin, si han jugado a las primeras entregas este es imprescindible ya que la historia igualmente los atrapara, este juego tiene muy buenas graficas, buena ambientación, es original para separarse de sus entregas anteriores e innova en su jugabilidad, tanto la ambientación como los enemigos son diferentes e igualmente su historia. Como siempre tendremos gran variedad de armas y situaciones de las cuales nunca nos aburriremos. El juego tiene muchos términos científicos y referencias a teorías que nos volaran la mente. Quien hizo este juego simplemente es un apasionado por su trabajo es simplemente otra obra de arte de los juegos shooters en primera persona.… Expand
  36. Visigoths410ad
    Aug 27, 2020
    9
    One of the best games I played amazing voice acting graphics gameplay and story the only negative is that in my opinion is that level design can be confusing and you sometimes don't know where to go. Other than that a masterpiece and earns a epic legendary status of what a game should be no microtransaction or lootboxes or online only.
  37. vampiredavid
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    The best story in video game history. Booker is one of my favourite character.
  38. Justareviewer21
    Jul 19, 2020
    8
    Excelent story and graphics and characters, but the gunplay is... mediocre, again.
  39. Baracius
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    Lo jugue en ps3 hace tiempo, y para mi fue el primero de los Bioshock, la historia al principio no engancha aunque si la jugabilidad, respecto a que avanzas en el juego te va atrapando mas y mas hasta que deseas que va a ocurrir a continuación, tenemos a la mejor compañera de los videojuegos como es Elizabeth, que para mi es perfecta, el como interactua con nosotros y el entorno y el comoLo jugue en ps3 hace tiempo, y para mi fue el primero de los Bioshock, la historia al principio no engancha aunque si la jugabilidad, respecto a que avanzas en el juego te va atrapando mas y mas hasta que deseas que va a ocurrir a continuación, tenemos a la mejor compañera de los videojuegos como es Elizabeth, que para mi es perfecta, el como interactua con nosotros y el entorno y el como cambia según avanzas en la historia y las interpretaciones de los actores de voz (Dewit y Elizabeth) son otro 10, para mi es un 9 ya que podría mejorar en la duración del juego porque se me hace corto.… Expand
  40. Jyadaus
    Jul 15, 2020
    8
    I just started this game right after finished Bioshock 1/2. And i realised this is the same game. After i give 2 months break, i started again and i enjoyed. Scenario was great but there is a issue. Unlike Bioshock 1, this game doesnt give you explanation. Vigors is simply Plasmids. And much worse. I didnt use vigors first half of the game. At second half of the game, i use vigors when iI just started this game right after finished Bioshock 1/2. And i realised this is the same game. After i give 2 months break, i started again and i enjoyed. Scenario was great but there is a issue. Unlike Bioshock 1, this game doesnt give you explanation. Vigors is simply Plasmids. And much worse. I didnt use vigors first half of the game. At second half of the game, i use vigors when i was at trouble. At first Bioshock, i was like "you want some plasmids hahahahaha". Saving system was stupid btw. Atmosphere was great, but can't be compared to first Bioshock. Also we dont have boss fight just like Bioshock 2. Songbirg could be a great boss.

    Its just like this: Bioshock > Bioshock Infinite > Bioshock 2. Play all trilogy, but with breaks like 2-or more months .    … Expand
  41. cheburagen
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    Это что-то невероятное, полный кайф. Начиная от графики, заканчивая сюжетом. Все просто великолепно, а музыка ааааааа.
  42. Lisa1111
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    I love everything about this game; the gorgeous floating city of Columbia with its rotten underbelly, the fun gameplay, Booker and Elizabeth and their intriguing stories. I replay it a lot and haven't gotten tired of it yet.
  43. Hellgates666
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    Bioshock infinite is the sequel that the original deserved. The world building for Columbia is just as powerful and impactful as it was for Rapture, and the character building we see with Elizabeth and Booker is something that was missing from the first. The art style is beautiful, and the DLC is just as good as the game itself. Must play!
  44. ps_meta
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This was a truly brilliant first person shooter - different to the others but so much better... (That does not diminish how good the others were, this is just miles better).
  45. ToshLichev
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    While having very little to do with the original Bioshock, Infinite manages to offer the same level of storytelling and characters in an entirely new but still amazing setting - Columbia. When you add to that slick and fun gameplay that was sort of missing from the original, Infinite is an almost perfect third entry,
  46. nicokris
    Jun 20, 2020
    8
    Cerca de la perfección, reseño esto como juego independiente sin tener en cuenta los 2 anteriores bioshock, este juego estuvo cerca de ser épico, empiezo con sus defectos:

    -La jugabilidad puede tornarse repetitiva -Falsa sensación de elección únicamente afecta a lo estético -El protagonista parece no tener criterio propio y únicamente es una maquina de matar Bien esos serian sus    Cerca de la perfección, reseño esto como juego independiente sin tener en cuenta los 2 anteriores bioshock, este juego estuvo cerca de ser épico, empiezo con sus defectos:

    -La jugabilidad puede tornarse repetitiva
    -Falsa sensación de elección únicamente afecta a lo estético
    -El protagonista parece no tener criterio propio y únicamente es una maquina de matar

    Bien esos serian sus principales defectos ahora queda continuar con lo positivo

    -Estéticamente es impresionante y esto resalta con los escenarios, compartimos con el protagonista la sensación de descubrimiento y magnitud del mundo
    -Elizabeth es un personaje intrigante como algunos mas
    -Trama intrigante con giros que resanan el tema de la jugabilidad
    -Escenas de acción increíbles acompañada de una banda sonora magistral

    Juge este juego en xbox 360 y solo tuve un problema de fps durante una escena, pero se justifica ya que era un escena saturada de acción. Personalmente este juego brilla con sus escenarios e trama, en lo primero la sensación de descubrimiento es algo que solo sentí con the witcher 3 al ver los detalles, los colores, el mundo de columbia es simplemente hermoso, con respecto a la trama es muy intrigante sobretodo en la recta final toca temas ingeniosos que beneficia bastante al entretenimiento

    Quizá mi único problema es que parece que la jugabilidad esta muy separada de la trama, existen muy pocas menciones e usos de las habilidades de booker en toda la historia, ademas de solo ser un sistema de oleadas con uno que otro enemigo distinto que al final resulta aburrido.    … Expand
  47. Br_AgSs
    May 26, 2020
    10
    Absoutely amazing, the gameplay is very superior compared to Bioshock 1 and 2, the story is FANTASTIC and the graphics are very good. The game may seem "brighter" than the last 2 games, but while playing you'll notice its not the case. The game atmophere just gets darker and darker, and the story just gets deeper and deeper. My personal favorite Bioshock and my favorite Plot Twist inAbsoutely amazing, the gameplay is very superior compared to Bioshock 1 and 2, the story is FANTASTIC and the graphics are very good. The game may seem "brighter" than the last 2 games, but while playing you'll notice its not the case. The game atmophere just gets darker and darker, and the story just gets deeper and deeper. My personal favorite Bioshock and my favorite Plot Twist in gaming history.… Expand
  48. Br11noEdu
    May 20, 2020
    10
    If you play all of the previous BioShock before this one, and then play the DLC "Burial At Sea", your brain will explode, and with that brain explosion, a painting of Da Vinci will be showed on the ceiling. That is how awesome the story of this game is.
  49. FidelGastro
    May 12, 2020
    10
    Maybe the best game that was created for PS3.
    Story is completely stunning. I finished it in one day walktrough and just after the credits at the end i was confused, but in good way.

    If you never played these legendary games before, do it. I did it as well, unfortunately late... in 2020
  50. Dragonfly44
    Apr 1, 2020
    10
    An all around fantastic story with fantastic gameplay in a beautiful world. 98/100
  51. FlyingPiloswine
    Nov 8, 2019
    8
    The exciting, deeply American, and surprisingly relevant story cannot save the unsatisfying and inconsequential combat. The fantastic music cannot save the combat. The absolutely wonderful art and technical art achievements on the PS3 that hold up to next gen consoles cannot save the combat.

    The combat is fun in the early levels, but devolves into unfair, one-shot kills from enemies    The exciting, deeply American, and surprisingly relevant story cannot save the unsatisfying and inconsequential combat. The fantastic music cannot save the combat. The absolutely wonderful art and technical art achievements on the PS3 that hold up to next gen consoles cannot save the combat.

    The combat is fun in the early levels, but devolves into unfair, one-shot kills from enemies that are impossible to see in the gorgeous vistas. The levels were not really designed with cover in mind, and the enemies dont care about your attempts to hide either. But if you mae even one step out into the open, you are murdered instantly.

    The worst part about this is that there is basically no consequence of death. Enemies you killed stay dead after you rez, and you lose some money. As long as you keep buying updates and dont hoard money, the punishment is neglible.

    Man, this game is a work of art. I just wish the combat left me feeling like my choices mattered more.    … Expand
  52. The_LizardKing
    Aug 25, 2019
    9
    Bioshock Infinite is a great game. It feels like a Bioshock game but also is much fresher and doesn't feel the same. The setting is great and the graphics really help. Exploring Columbia and doing your best to understand the weird story is very fun. The combat is very different than the first Bioshock, its quicker and more mobs-based. There are many mechanics that make combat even moreBioshock Infinite is a great game. It feels like a Bioshock game but also is much fresher and doesn't feel the same. The setting is great and the graphics really help. Exploring Columbia and doing your best to understand the weird story is very fun. The combat is very different than the first Bioshock, its quicker and more mobs-based. There are many mechanics that make combat even more fun, such as skyhooks, vigors, and tears. There are some good power-ups, called vigors (basically plasmids), but at first, they're not that great and your energy(salts/eve) run out quickly. The story is deep and confusing, but I never felt like I had no clue what was happening. It has many great characters that you learn more about and is actually interested in them, such as Booker, Comstock, Fitzroy, and Elizabeth. Sometimes the combat gets repetitive and you wish you could just have a bit more downtime, but I would definitely say this is a great game and it is a wonderful, mysterious, and philosophical experience.… Expand
  53. cdtrix
    Jan 21, 2019
    9
    BioShock Infinite is a shooter in which the shooter is somewhere in the background. During the passage, I practically did not use power engineers. Management done pretty crooked. But instead, BioShock gives a wonderful story, narration, characters. BioShock charges you with a positive thanks to a wonderful style. This is the best story game I've ever played.
  54. Leontorres7
    Nov 15, 2018
    10
    A Masterpiece, loved everything about this game, it is definitely a must play!
  55. BSchwarz95
    Jul 9, 2018
    10
    There are quite a few reasons why Bioshock Infinite is my favorite of the three, not only in gameplay but also it narrative progression/structure. In structure, it's much more like the first game in the series but in its artistic design (as far as the story goes), it far surpasses even the original. Going into this game, I was skeptical that it was going to be "too different" and standThere are quite a few reasons why Bioshock Infinite is my favorite of the three, not only in gameplay but also it narrative progression/structure. In structure, it's much more like the first game in the series but in its artistic design (as far as the story goes), it far surpasses even the original. Going into this game, I was skeptical that it was going to be "too different" and stand apart from the rest because of it but as I got further into this game I realized that this decision to separate the game from its predecessors was hardly anything negative. Because of it's inherent independence, it didn't need to try to connect itself in any way; instead of having huge plot points drawing similarities between the two, it could rely on thematics and mechanics to do all of the work while simply adding a VERY few little references via dialogue easter eggs. Referring to biblical "Adam and Eve" allows for connections between the ADAM and EVE in Bio1/2 to be made, and calling Elizabeth "Lamb" also not only draws comparisons to Lamb in the first games but also adds credibility to the biblical entendres. Furthermore, Rapture's name seems much more biblically based than just biblically inspired. Biblical or not, the narratives that tie these games together are air-tight and deserving of praise.
    Gameplay, as mentioned, was also a huge step-up. Offering more player freedom, Infinite's quasi-free-roaming aesthetic made me feel much less connected to a linear responsibility and allowed me to have a lot more fun at the wheel. The sky-line was a blast, offering not only a quick escape-route from over-pressuring skirmishes but unique ways of coming into/returning to battles to get the leg up on intimidating opponents. While the vigors were a lot of fun as well, they didn't impress me as much as the Plasmids did from the first games, feeling less powerful and sometimes fairly useless in comparison. Also, with the setting and story being very biblical, I'm not sure why "vigors" and "salts" were a necessary (arbitrary) change and even though it seemed like semantics, I would have appreciated "Plasmids" and "EVE" remaining the monikers of those elements. Possibly my favorite gameplay change, however, was the emphasis on this being a SHOOTER (finally). The first two games while being First Person never really felt like shooters to me. Infinite, however, offered me a bolt-action sniper that I could quickscope fools with and allowed me to absolutely dominate every encounter I was in. Enemies died in one shot nearly 100% of the time and I felt like a Terminator; from the 3rd or 4th level when the sniper is introduced until the very final chapter, one of my two guns was-- without fail-- the sniper.
    I think the only thing that I didn't like at all was how expensive vigor upgrades were. For about 1500 bucks, I could make minor upgrades to vigors I never used or for 250 I could upgrade damage and efficiency of guns that you encountered dozens of times in every chapter. I'm not sure why the vigor upgrades were so expensive but they turned me off of ever upgrading any of them since it seemed like a ridiculous scam. Of course, I mostly stuck with my sniper anyways but I would have liked to combine it with a vigor or two.
    Lastly, I need to touch on Elizabeth (heh heh). She was the driving force of what made this story so compelling and strong. At first, she offered an innocent Beauty and the Beast-sort of twist but as we learned about her Tears and her will to be free, the story became simply mesmerizing. Her relationship with Booker was nothing less than beautiful and as you started to figure out more about them, it became even more glorious and emotionally epic. She became a little too much of a Deus Ex Machina towards the end but in doing so, she connected the games together in ways that I didn't see coming. I got a little bit of a Disney's Atlantis vibe but that's nothing negative except that it detracted from her humanity and therefore, sympathy of character.
    TL;DR: play the damn game, it's hella tight    … Expand
  56. PaupiTLD
    May 21, 2018
    10
    La historia , la ambientación , todo , es perfecto . como reflejan la cuidad flotante de columbia hace que quieras saber mas de ella , la saga bioshock es mi saga favorita!
  57. Empyrea
    Apr 29, 2018
    9
    This is my first Bioshock and man I love it. Gameplay is really addictive. At first you are like "Oh, this is going to be a pleasent journey" and suddenly you're like "wtf! what the hell!" and action, action, action. I like the colorful enviroment and although you can say this game is gore because of the blood and people burning it's not scary because it feels like cartoons (lucky meThis is my first Bioshock and man I love it. Gameplay is really addictive. At first you are like "Oh, this is going to be a pleasent journey" and suddenly you're like "wtf! what the hell!" and action, action, action. I like the colorful enviroment and although you can say this game is gore because of the blood and people burning it's not scary because it feels like cartoons (lucky me because I don't like terror nor gore games or movies). Soundtrack adapts to every situation, and when there's action it helps to rise your adrenalin. The plot is also interesting although it gets more and more complicated and the atmosphere has been well done. Also, the first person makes you involve more in the game and I think this was a good decision. I normally play the games in English but this time Spanish voices were decent. To sum up, you could say this is a weird good game. I beat it in 2 and a half days making pauses and searching everywhere so I guess it took me 15 hours or so, if you go straight to goals it might take you 10 hours. About difficulty I only died once in easy mode. Just take cover when you're shield is over. Also, you can carry 2 kinds of weapons. I was in the middle of the game when I realized that I could change my pistol for better guns so make sure to have good weapons. I'd recommend to have one short gun or launcher and another long range weapon. I don't want to talk more about the plot because I don't want to spoil it. It's just a good action game with an interesting plot, good enviroment, not scary but gore so I wouldn't recommend this game for kids. I wouldn't dare to say this is a must have but I don't regreat at all to have bought it. I just feel lucky to have decided to get this game. Enjoy it!… Expand
  58. gabes1919
    Mar 30, 2018
    10
    From a gameplay perspective, clean and fun. From a story perspective, blew me away. Amazing that Bioshock and Infinite can both be top 10 games all time for me but this makes it. What a fantastic experience
  59. iddqd4
    Mar 19, 2018
    10
    Всегда есть маяк. Всегда есть человек, всегда есть город...
  60. SrPepe
    Jan 5, 2018
    8
    La industria y los que nos encantan los videojuegos necesitamos urgentemente que haya otro año como 2013, hermosos todos los juegos que salieron, y esta genialidad no se queda atrás.
  61. IONOSGAMES
    Nov 4, 2017
    9
    Una ambientacion impresionante, graficos con mucho color y personajes muy carismaticos. Un gameplay muy divertido con armas de fuego, un gancho y habilidades, como controlar enemigos, no digo mas para no spoilear. Una historia increible con un objetivo claro, pero que hacia el final da unos giros impresionantes. Recomendable jugar o ver en youtube los DLCs del panteón marino para ver elUna ambientacion impresionante, graficos con mucho color y personajes muy carismaticos. Un gameplay muy divertido con armas de fuego, un gancho y habilidades, como controlar enemigos, no digo mas para no spoilear. Una historia increible con un objetivo claro, pero que hacia el final da unos giros impresionantes. Recomendable jugar o ver en youtube los DLCs del panteón marino para ver el final de la historia.… Expand
  62. badgerryan19
    Jun 19, 2017
    9
    What a great game. From the city of Columbia and the atmosphere. Booker and Emily are great characters. This game really comes alive with Emily and her ability to help Booker throughout the game. And that story wow.
  63. Dave_esprit
    May 28, 2017
    10
    In a few words BioShock Infinite is a masterpiece. The story and its outcome becomes more interesting as it progresses. The City of Columbia has an interesting background and an internal political conflict that touches on issues such as racism and religion. Also the art in the game is beautiful, with amazing landscapes. The character have a well-defined personality, such as the charisma ofIn a few words BioShock Infinite is a masterpiece. The story and its outcome becomes more interesting as it progresses. The City of Columbia has an interesting background and an internal political conflict that touches on issues such as racism and religion. Also the art in the game is beautiful, with amazing landscapes. The character have a well-defined personality, such as the charisma of Elizabeth.Unlike the past two games, in this one the protagonist has a personality, Booker is a man whose past is very dark and we learn about it as the story progresses. The end closes the story in the best way and makes us want to replay it. I can say without a doubt that Infinite is masterpiece with a beautiful story, one of the best in video games.… Expand
  64. MadPax5000
    May 9, 2017
    10
    Easily the best game i ever played. Without any spoilers, will like to say that you will just not be able to imagine what the twist in the plot is.

    The game plays amazingly well and easily one of the best looking games beyond its time.
  65. teamore
    Mar 17, 2017
    8
    Well, maybe I'm not a Bioshock fan, but this is not really great shooter. Gameplay is not taking you anywhere with all it's mechanics. The story is great. Worth sitting through.
  66. mixxalot
    Feb 25, 2017
    9
    First the good

    1. Cheap used game for PS3 2. Fun gameplay 3. Elizabeth is best gamer girl AI partner ever! I loved the Ellie girl from TLOU but Elizabeth is way better and useful in combat. 4. Some unique twists on FPS like vapors and combat choices. Review Bought this for dirt cheap for PS3 and a nice refreshing change from other FPS games like the great CoD series. It is like    First the good

    1. Cheap used game for PS3
    2. Fun gameplay
    3. Elizabeth is best gamer girl AI partner ever! I loved the Ellie girl from TLOU but Elizabeth is way better and useful in combat.
    4. Some unique twists on FPS like vapors and combat choices.

    Review
    Bought this for dirt cheap for PS3 and a nice refreshing change from other FPS games like the great CoD series. It is like Alice in Wonderland meets psychelic version of Halo and had a love child. Graphics are excellent, the skylines are fun change in the game and action nonstop. Now I still prefer games like Fallout 3 and Far Cry 3 because they have more open world sandbox and crafting options. This is a linear game but still fun.

    Not as great and what I did not like why it is not perfect

    1. Autosave method sucks. Why no ability to do manual game saves? This sucks because I have to redo a level if I die.

    2. Also the anti-white propaganda is annoying social justice warrior **** nonsense. I am tired of hearing 24x7 on lamestream media how white people are evil.

    3. Not much replay value. Probably not worth replay except for DLCs.

    Overall I like this far better than Mass Effect series and Deux Ex Human revolution which sucked bad.

    I wish they would add crafting and ability to use vehicles like cars and boats.    … Expand
  67. Alvokun
    Feb 9, 2017
    10
    In my opinion, BioShock Infinite is exactly as good as the original BioShock in almost everything. In other words, it is another masterpiece of video games. Even more importantly, it is as good as the first BioShock with different elements and ideas.

    At the beginning, one may think this is not even BioShock, as Rapture is too significant a city to be changed this way. However, Columbia,    In my opinion, BioShock Infinite is exactly as good as the original BioShock in almost everything. In other words, it is another masterpiece of video games. Even more importantly, it is as good as the first BioShock with different elements and ideas.

    At the beginning, one may think this is not even BioShock, as Rapture is too significant a city to be changed this way. However, Columbia, despite its radically opposed atmosphere, offers new challenges and a carefully planned storyline. It maintains BioShock essence (which goes beyond Rapture, Columbia or any other possible setting) while adding many other relevant aspects, such as the presence of Elizabeth, a larger variety of enemies and weapons or new movements to move across Columbia. Gameplay is thus of the same quality -or even better- than the first game.

    Particularly, the DLC is indispensable to understand the whole BioShock universe inasmuch as it achieves that everything in the other games makes full sense. BioShock is a perfectly closed circle precisely because of Infinite DLC, so do not miss it. I could not conceive BioShock without this added content.

    Personally, I still prefer the original BioShock because of the underwater atmosphere and the sense of decadence. Nevertheless, I think it just depends on opinion, since there is not one 'better' than the other. in any case, bear this in mind: BioShock Infinite is a unique masterpiece in video games history.    … Expand
  68. KayVen17
    Dec 1, 2016
    9
    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden?
    Dann sind hier meine Punkte.

    Mein persönlicher Score = 89/100
    Mein User Score = 9/10

    Lohnenswert? = JA!
    Fortsetzung erwünscht? = Nicht nötig. Mit dem DLC in sich geschlossen.    … Expand
  69. JuanLuisGG14
    Nov 19, 2016
    10
    Best game of 2013, features:

    -Excellent story with an unexpected masterful finale
    - Beautiful graphics
    -Memorable locations, levels, characters
    -Awesome gameplay

    It isn't a perfect game, but it's maybe, one of the better things to come up in 2013
    10/10
  70. OldSchoolReview
    Aug 31, 2016
    10
    This is how Irrational games finished their live, giving us the best FPS game of 2013! You are Boker Dewitt, an newyork citizen which goes to columbia to make a deal and wipe his debts: "Bring us the girl and wipe away your debts"
    Everything on the game is AWESOME, The enviroment which tries to make you feel sad, It makes you feel sad in really, if the enviroment tries to show on you    This is how Irrational games finished their live, giving us the best FPS game of 2013! You are Boker Dewitt, an newyork citizen which goes to columbia to make a deal and wipe his debts: "Bring us the girl and wipe away your debts"
    Everything on the game is AWESOME, The enviroment which tries to make you feel sad, It makes you feel sad in really, if the enviroment tries to show on you peace, The game does! The narrative is something incredible, and the ending on game it will make your mind EXPLODE. No spoilers becausese you need to play this game.    … Expand
  71. GoodApollo88
    Aug 24, 2016
    10
    Wow... The best game in the series by far and th best game of the last gen. A fantastic narrative with mind boggling revelations. Great visuals and engaging characters. That's just the story, the game itself is pure joy! The gunplay is snappy and fluid while the vigors are great to use as well executed goons with your skyhook. Nothing comes close to this in terms of FPS goes. 5 years inWow... The best game in the series by far and th best game of the last gen. A fantastic narrative with mind boggling revelations. Great visuals and engaging characters. That's just the story, the game itself is pure joy! The gunplay is snappy and fluid while the vigors are great to use as well executed goons with your skyhook. Nothing comes close to this in terms of FPS goes. 5 years in the making and you can certainly see the results. Possibly my favourite game of all time. The game iteelf is genius and your just left in awe when the credits roll and with a frazzled mind. Exceptional game!!!… Expand
  72. Ataman
    Jan 4, 2016
    9
    Great gameplay, graphics, locations and atmosphere, but anti-white propaganda is disgusting in this game.
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  73. wade22fan
    Nov 16, 2015
    9
    Bioshock Infinite is one of the best games of 2013 and of this generation. It lives up to the expectations placed upon its shoulders. Yes, it has its flaws, but as a package, its stellar. It took me about two weeks to beat it, playing casually. The expected play-through time is 13 hours. Don’t miss out, Bioshock fan or not, this is a fresh and excellent gaming experience you don’t want toBioshock Infinite is one of the best games of 2013 and of this generation. It lives up to the expectations placed upon its shoulders. Yes, it has its flaws, but as a package, its stellar. It took me about two weeks to beat it, playing casually. The expected play-through time is 13 hours. Don’t miss out, Bioshock fan or not, this is a fresh and excellent gaming experience you don’t want to overlook.… Expand
  74. Ladders44
    Nov 12, 2015
    9
    I'd give this game a 9.5 if I could. The game is almost perfect but I personally feel it falls short in a few aspects compared to the original Bioshock. There are so many good things to say about this game the art, story and writing are excellent! The games premise is unique and intriguing and you find yourself raising so many questions playing through the game. Most of these questions areI'd give this game a 9.5 if I could. The game is almost perfect but I personally feel it falls short in a few aspects compared to the original Bioshock. There are so many good things to say about this game the art, story and writing are excellent! The games premise is unique and intriguing and you find yourself raising so many questions playing through the game. Most of these questions are answered well and you won't be disappointed.

    Compared to the first game there isn't the same sense of unease, you are just going through the motions to one section to another with your companion Elizabeth who is an important plot device used throughout the game. There also isn't an atmosphere like the first game, rapture was an eerie, creepy and wonderful location that made you feel like you were never safe. Columbia is more of a weird, pretty and open location and doesn't have an effect on you like rapture did, however it is beautiful to look at and fun to explore.

    The gameplay is more fluid than previous Bioshock games, vigors (new plasmids) are still fun to use but most are just for aesthetic purposes rather than for practical use and you'll find yourself using the same throughout the game, gunplay feels solid but is nothing mind blowing, it gets the job done. The story is very well put together and always keeps you on your toes, it really is one of the best stories in video games with a few mind blowing sections. Apart from a few new gameplay features such as clothes that provide you with slight stat boosts and special abilities every other part of Bioshock infinite will feel familiar to you if you've played the previous games, what also helps the game feel more fluid is the use of the skyhook, this device allows you to hook on various rails that are suspended off the ground and will let you get around a lot faster, this makes combat feel more exciting and is a great addition.

    This game starts great and ends great with only a few missions throughout the game that slows things down but the game is quick to rise up again. One of the best games ever made in my opinion but still not as good as the original Bioshock, a must buy!    … Expand
  75. Jostheking
    Aug 10, 2015
    9
    Very good graphic,good storyline,smart companion(Elisabeth),wonderfull World design,unique shooter games not bored like COD. But the game Is too easy not challenging
  76. Danbliz
    Jul 13, 2015
    10
    Uno de los juegos que pueden llamarse obra de arte. Excelente historia, ambientación y jugabilidad. Le daría 9,5 porque le falta un poco de sigilo pero no me deja el sistema (?).
  77. Ogmios232
    May 19, 2015
    9
    Wow this game is absolutely stunning, from the fun engaging combat, to the art/graphics, to the amazing plot and to the amazing lovable NPC characters. Elizabeth is probably one of the top NPC's that I will forever remember until I day. Her story is incredibly heart wrenchingly sad and awesome. I can't say more good stuff about the the story of this game, it's just amazing overall.

    You    Wow this game is absolutely stunning, from the fun engaging combat, to the art/graphics, to the amazing plot and to the amazing lovable NPC characters. Elizabeth is probably one of the top NPC's that I will forever remember until I day. Her story is incredibly heart wrenchingly sad and awesome. I can't say more good stuff about the the story of this game, it's just amazing overall.

    You have to play it for yourself to know what I'm talking about. ;) It is truly an awesome game.    … Expand
  78. jeanphilt
    Mar 26, 2015
    9
    I was not really a fan of Bioshock before but I liked BioShock Infinite, I think that the addition of Elizabeth really makes the game more interesting. Also I liked the graphics and the environment. The story is great but a little confusing, they could have made it easier to follow.
  79. FullyAlive24
    Feb 24, 2015
    9
    First off let me say. No PC gamer here but, I think this game probably would play better on PC. Now to get that out of the way, platform choice will not ruin this great game. This game has a great story, characters, and premise. Elizabeth the character you are with 90 - 95% of the time sold this game totally to me. She is the most helpful and best AI companion you will EVER see to thisFirst off let me say. No PC gamer here but, I think this game probably would play better on PC. Now to get that out of the way, platform choice will not ruin this great game. This game has a great story, characters, and premise. Elizabeth the character you are with 90 - 95% of the time sold this game totally to me. She is the most helpful and best AI companion you will EVER see to this day. The creation of Elizabeth was a true gaming achievement, that is after all makes this game most worth wile. The shooter aspect of the game is lacking to say the least but I think it didn't totally ruin the game, also another pet peeve is that the middle section of this game carries on FOREVER. Other than that BUY THIS GAME. You will not regret it, if you have a good brain in your head… Expand
  80. Shukri
    Feb 19, 2015
    9
    This game is excellent for FPS fans who're not into the chaos of warfare that CoD provides.

    The pros: 1- beautiful atmosphere. 2- Well set battles, Smooth game mechanics and a Varied play style 3- Voice acting, Characterization and Story line The cons: 1- The way Bioshock Infinite lays down its story. 2- No actual Boss battles. I am a big fan of this game, only played this    This game is excellent for FPS fans who're not into the chaos of warfare that CoD provides.

    The pros:
    1- beautiful atmosphere.
    2- Well set battles, Smooth game mechanics and a Varied play style
    3- Voice acting, Characterization and Story line

    The cons:
    1- The way Bioshock Infinite lays down its story.
    2- No actual Boss battles.

    I am a big fan of this game, only played this edition and its episodes, the downside is that the story really comes together if one finds and listens carefully to 90% of the Voxophones and listens to all of Elizabeth's conversations, which are interesting but as FPS goes I got absorbed in scavenging and shooting to actually care about all of that, when the final stage arrived I found out that I had imagined many parts of the story that cannot be true, so I read explanations that spoiled the real story for me.

    Nevertheless I played it on 1999 mode and observed how the story came together again, who were the important characters and what were their roles, so replay-ability made up for my bad experience with its ending.

    Story line is mind blowing, it's along with The Last of Us as best story telling for me, only it was more compelling to explore and marvel at its absurd premises and conclusions, the voice acting is top notch and Elizabeth implies this 3rd person aspect to the game where she's always moving and interacting with my surroundings, along with the interesting Booker Dewitt I never felt like I'm driving floating arms in a FPS, it felt more engaging than some 3rd person shooters actually.

    The atmosphere especially in the first stage is absorbing, I felt that the game is daring to some of my deepest beliefs and concepts and provides characters with more background behind their motives, it's dark and it almost felt like pinching me in the sides and bringing my eyes closer as I played tentatively, that's where the magic of Bioshock is, more imaginative designs and more surprises and mysteries that kept me wandering at its shores wondering if I really should dare move forward before I did, unlike even The last of us which had a great story but in many occasions I couldn't wait to get to the finish because it's all predictable, this game was anything but predictable to me.

    Some people complained that the boss battles are recycled, well apart from the Handyman whom appears 4 times during the game, there are no bosses, there are super soldiers who have no sign atop them but are in fact more lethal than even the Patriot, so there isn't a standard for bosses in this game aside from the somewhat recycled handyman.

    Game mechanics flow blissfully, unlike Dishonored where you could save game at any instant you desire (in order to replay any situation) this game only has checkpoints, but when the player dies he's revived almost instantly, he loses some of his cash and all the characters he's defeated stay dead and the ones he's wounded heal, which makes every encounter counts because there's basically no going back in some situations yet that doesn't stop or hinder one's game because one can always beat the enemy no matter the many tries it takes (unless one's out of cash).

    I only mourn the scarcity of boss battles in this game and the fact that it never explains how crucial are its voxophones or random conversations, aside from that it could have been better (which applies to all games) but its still my most enjoyable experience on a PS3.    … Expand
  81. Dionysus777
    Jan 29, 2015
    8
    Eh dont really know what to say here. Its not as good as the first 1. Better than the 2nd 1. Grappling i like but doesn't really add anything besides making it harder to aim. Its polished. As for the story i think there trying to do Alice-in-Wonderland combined with racism and religion. Idk make it more comprehensable next time. The 1st 1 was a straight up rip off of the wizard of oz. ButEh dont really know what to say here. Its not as good as the first 1. Better than the 2nd 1. Grappling i like but doesn't really add anything besides making it harder to aim. Its polished. As for the story i think there trying to do Alice-in-Wonderland combined with racism and religion. Idk make it more comprehensable next time. The 1st 1 was a straight up rip off of the wizard of oz. But it was a good ripoff.… Expand
  82. WheelzFourReelz
    Dec 29, 2014
    10
    Bioshock Infinite manages to deviate from the things that made the first two games so good and create its own engrossing world full of some really fun gameplay, absolutely beautiful visuals, the most helpful partner ever, and an absolute mind bender of a story. Bioshock Infinite is phenomenal.
  83. CheshireShat
    Nov 29, 2014
    10
    This game was fantastic. I loved Bioshock 1&2 and this game did not disappoint. The gameplay felt the same as the other two, just smoother as expected. The story is what really sealed the deal, it was very, very good. I definitley recommend purchasing this game. It is a very fun experience.
  84. beatlemnkyhuman
    Nov 27, 2014
    10
    This isn't a game that screams classic right away but the ending makes it so.

    Rarely do video games present such a thought provoking story that can be a metaphor for gaming itself.

    Top that with beautiful visuals and an amazing cast of voice actors and you get a 10.
  85. Sephiroth_X
    Oct 25, 2014
    8
    What drove people mad about this overrated game was its AMAZING art design & graphics, which are some of the best. The story is good enough although takes some twists that weren't necessary in my opinion, the racial focused story at the beginning was good enough to me.
    Voice acting is perfect, soundtrack is great, what lacks is the exploration element, too linear for me. and yes Bioshock1    What drove people mad about this overrated game was its AMAZING art design & graphics, which are some of the best. The story is good enough although takes some twists that weren't necessary in my opinion, the racial focused story at the beginning was good enough to me.
    Voice acting is perfect, soundtrack is great, what lacks is the exploration element, too linear for me. and yes Bioshock1 is ten times better, so if you need some bioshock in your life, play the first and then try this one!    … Expand
  86. tommyboy247
    Oct 8, 2014
    9
    Bioshock Infanite is deffinately one of the best games I played of 2013 for its amazing ope world, beautiful visuals, solid gameplay, a perfect soundtrack and some of the best voice acting in a game. However I do have one problem with the game and don't hate me if you played the game but I found the story a bit confusing at times especially the ending where I could not wrap my head aroundBioshock Infanite is deffinately one of the best games I played of 2013 for its amazing ope world, beautiful visuals, solid gameplay, a perfect soundtrack and some of the best voice acting in a game. However I do have one problem with the game and don't hate me if you played the game but I found the story a bit confusing at times especially the ending where I could not wrap my head around it, but because of all the other good things about the game, I was really happy to have played it.… Expand
  87. Carlitoxic
    Oct 2, 2014
    9
    A great FPS with a unique personality and awesome ideas. Different from Bioshock, ¿better?, I think that it is different, less dark. But the journey for Columbia is full of surprises and the possibility of travel with Elisabeth and the history is a very good point.
  88. AndyClimax
    Sep 23, 2014
    9
    Ken Levine knocks it out the park once more. After the success of the first BioShock, you're expecting another mind-bending twist and boy does it deliver. The soundtrack and atmosphere is once again great, even if the combat is a little weak at points.
  89. Sebas236
    Sep 4, 2014
    10
    Graphics: 9.5 Gameplay: 9.5 Fun: 10 Controls: 10 Ease to Learn: 9
    Story:10
    Length: 8.5
    Re-play: 8
    Audio: 10
    Bugs/Glitches: some but not noticeable most times
  90. Fyaer
    Jun 14, 2014
    9
    I thought it was a brilliant game. I found the game play intuitive and the plot compelling. I was constantly wondering what was coming next and they often had incentives to explore the area and it is a beautiful world they created. Many people have problems with the ending and I must admit I was rather confused so I looked up potential solutions online and found one that made a lot ofI thought it was a brilliant game. I found the game play intuitive and the plot compelling. I was constantly wondering what was coming next and they often had incentives to explore the area and it is a beautiful world they created. Many people have problems with the ending and I must admit I was rather confused so I looked up potential solutions online and found one that made a lot of sense to me. I think most people didn't like it because it wasn't what they were expecting and they didn't want to give it too much thought. But I think it actually works. In any case I would definitely recommend renting the game or borrowing from a friend if not purchasing it yourself.… Expand
  91. Hieroine
    Jun 12, 2014
    9
    Just wow. The story in this game is amazing, and you finally get to play as a character that is able to speak in a bio-shock game. That in it self is great, but for story building it is vital. You really get to know your character (Booker Dewitt) and you can really feel the bond that he and the game's 2nd character (Elizabeth) are forging through out the story. The ending of this game isJust wow. The story in this game is amazing, and you finally get to play as a character that is able to speak in a bio-shock game. That in it self is great, but for story building it is vital. You really get to know your character (Booker Dewitt) and you can really feel the bond that he and the game's 2nd character (Elizabeth) are forging through out the story. The ending of this game is one of the better i've ever seen, and it really leaves you thinking.

    Now this game is not just about the story, but it actually looks truly amazing aswell. Differing from the two other bioshock games, this one is a lot more colorful and a true joy for the eyes. Mechanics wise i feel shooting is a lot better in this one then say Bioshock 1 where i felt the recoil was just plain weird, here i didn't think any of it, meaning it's probably good as it is.    … Expand
  92. JuggleMaster
    May 13, 2014
    10
    This is by far one of my most favorite games in the PS3. Playing through the game was like taking a plunge to a gripping novel. It hits all of the high notes and fits into my standards of being a great game. It has a beautiful atmosphere and great setting. It is set in bright Columbia, where it is full of references relating to such heavy issues like religion and racism, yet it has thatThis is by far one of my most favorite games in the PS3. Playing through the game was like taking a plunge to a gripping novel. It hits all of the high notes and fits into my standards of being a great game. It has a beautiful atmosphere and great setting. It is set in bright Columbia, where it is full of references relating to such heavy issues like religion and racism, yet it has that sense of enjoyment like a carnival. It is also set in the skies. The story is confusingly great. Although it does not have a surprising twist like in Bioshock, it is still an amazing story that will leave your jaws dropping with alternate dimensions and head-spinning revelations. The characters are memorable and fantastic, especially Elizabeth. Booker DeWitt is also a great protagonist. He portrays as a depressed cop (or detective) who has nothing left to lose and has to pay all of his debts for one last mission. Even better is that at least he is not one-dimensional. He is not too depressed that he stays his pitch low but actually conveys emotions to the current situation and even makes decisions that is tough to even make as that specific character. Elizabeth is by far the best side character in a video game ever. She possesses traits that no other partner possesses. She is emotional yet does not seem one-dimensional. When I mean she is emotional, she expresses true expressions to the current situation of the game that will make the story more realistic like watching a 3D movie. I even just look at her when she says a dialogue. You don't have to protect her for she can protect herself. It is even mentioned in the game that you don't have to save her. She is ACTUALLY USEFUL by giving you health kits, salt and ammo. She is also a very memorable and enjoyable character. You would wish that she was not gone in your missions. Before its launch, they were afraid that she was that character that you have to escort to places and will just be an annoyance throughout the game, but surprisingly, she turned out to be one of your best partners ever in a video game. Other characters were portrayed well like Comstock, the Vox Populi and etc. Even the NPCs were portrayed well throughout the game. The gameplay was amazing. The added game mechanics were actually great game mechanics, even though there were only 2 (or 3 if you add carrying 2 weapons only). The tears were used in order to add more strategies in your gameplay. The skylines are my favorite. Not only it is a great and epic way to evade against your enemies, but you can also us Sky-Line Strike or Smash, where you can punch your enemies away from the freaking ground or even just punch them while riding the skyline. How awesome does that sound. The change of maximum weapons you can carry from 6 to 2 was actually kind of disappointing since I had to sacrifice most of my weapons and make decisions in which I will regret later, but there was something I realized about this new mechanic. This was actually a sacrifice to the developers of the game because since Elizabeth will give you ammo in the game, if they added no maximum weapon carriage amount, it will end up as she was giving you ammo to another ammo even though it was unnecessary. This is to make Elizabeth not an annoying character. Bottom line, buy this game. This is like Bioshock so if you like that game, buy this game. It will truly blow your mind. 10/10… Expand
  93. NkayD
    Apr 22, 2014
    10
    There are no words that describe how flawlessly this game executes gameplay and story, and how well it mixes a great shooter with such an in-depth world. I had my doubts, definitely. I fell in love with Rapture, and it was hard to give up the dark, dreary, fallen city of hope for the flying city of Columbia, but I'm so glad I did. Bioshock blew my mind, it took me to a place I had neverThere are no words that describe how flawlessly this game executes gameplay and story, and how well it mixes a great shooter with such an in-depth world. I had my doubts, definitely. I fell in love with Rapture, and it was hard to give up the dark, dreary, fallen city of hope for the flying city of Columbia, but I'm so glad I did. Bioshock blew my mind, it took me to a place I had never experienced with games. The big reviewers will tell you it drops off in the middle, but that wasn't the case for me, I loved every moment of it and I would give just about anything to live in that city (before Booker of course). I'd like to note just how great the acting is from Troy Baker and Courtnee Draper, it's remarkable. The graphics look sort of cartoony at first, but it doesn't stop you from being completely sucked into the world. Calling this anything but the game of the year is a crime. The soundtrack is spot on and the world is believable. Of course, like all bioshocks, it is darker than it seems and packs a large twist at the end. Without spoiling anything, I'll say that it's bigger than than the first bioshock, and will leave you thinking for weeks after you finish the game. Which is good, this game had huge shoes to fill, and everyone knew that there would be a twist, and that's why it had to be great, it wasn't a surprise anymore. But the execution is amazing. I've never been happier to revisit a game and write a review. While I may believe that this game if for everyone, there is a sure way to tell; play the fist half hour of the game, and if you're not completely swept away, then maybe it isn't for you. But I promise, the margin of players who won't enjoy this, isn't even worth mentioning. I spent the better half of four hours exploring the city. No guns, no problems, just a new city to explore, and I enjoyed it tremendously. I cannot begin to explain how great this game is and how I actually found sentimental value in it. Play it, love it, and keep it forever. Whether you're a fan of the Bioshock series or not, now is the time to jump into the masterpiece that is Bioshock Infinite. Try it out, and you'll understand. I'll see you in Columbia.… Expand
  94. Hidan
    Apr 21, 2014
    10
    Este juego puede hacerte pensar en muchas cosas, si hay algo más alla de la muerte o si la religión que profesas ha sido una farsa, ningun juego me ha hecho pensar esto desde el 1er Bioshock, que más puedo decir es perfecto y para cada lucha tienes que tener estrategia y te hace pensar (algo que no hacía desde el Doom haya en 1997) es la 5ta sinfonia de los FPS actual
  95. fijiboy
    Apr 20, 2014
    9
    the first BioSchock game is a masterpiece and with that being said, Infinite is even better than the first game. I was worried that the city of Columbia would be to weird of a change from the eerie city of rapture, but infinite came off with a different vibe completely that made Columbia's beauty work so well. one of if not THE greatest story in a game ever and the most mind bendingthe first BioSchock game is a masterpiece and with that being said, Infinite is even better than the first game. I was worried that the city of Columbia would be to weird of a change from the eerie city of rapture, but infinite came off with a different vibe completely that made Columbia's beauty work so well. one of if not THE greatest story in a game ever and the most mind bending conclusions and plot twist I have ever seen in game, movie, book or anything! not everything is revieled to you either, a lot of it is left to your interpretation. also, Elizabeth is my favorite female character in a video game ever, (besides clementine from the walking dead). the gameplay is awesome as well, brilliantly violent and creative since the game offers more weapons and plasmids, I mean vicors, to use than the other games provides you with your own strategy to fight foes in any way you like. this is my favorite game of all time, and I don't say that lightly, I have never enjoyed a game as much as I enjoyed this one.… Expand
  96. roshi82
    Apr 16, 2014
    10
    This game was absolutely amazing. I am not usually a FPS but I gave in for this game and am so glad I did. The story line especially that ending...that ending! Of course no spoilers plus how can you possibly explain how it messes with your mind. I loved it. I was very fond of Elizabeth. Quite a character and great it didn't really feel like an escort mission. Whenever the dear threwThis game was absolutely amazing. I am not usually a FPS but I gave in for this game and am so glad I did. The story line especially that ending...that ending! Of course no spoilers plus how can you possibly explain how it messes with your mind. I loved it. I was very fond of Elizabeth. Quite a character and great it didn't really feel like an escort mission. Whenever the dear threw me some coin or ammo I would say thanks Liz. The visuals were the thing that drew me into playing the game but the storyline kept me playing. Outstanding. I am going to go for a second play through soon and I cannot wait to return to Columbia! Must get all those tapes...… Expand
  97. PrivateJoker
    Apr 10, 2014
    10
    Like Bioshock 1 and 2, this game left a lasting impression for me. Playing it gave me a similar feeling to playing "Doom" for the first time. I won't go into too much detail on the story, because this is a review, not a synopsis, rest assured though, the story is very good. It provides a strong incentive to really kick some ass. And that's why Infinite is so well done: you feel like whatLike Bioshock 1 and 2, this game left a lasting impression for me. Playing it gave me a similar feeling to playing "Doom" for the first time. I won't go into too much detail on the story, because this is a review, not a synopsis, rest assured though, the story is very good. It provides a strong incentive to really kick some ass. And that's why Infinite is so well done: you feel like what you're doing has a purpose. It's not just a series of contrived objectives that gets you from point "A" to point "B;" the action has a very natural feel, as opposed to the heavily scripted, QTE games of today. This is a richly crafted game, with a very candid feel. Most importantly though, it's truly very fun, and it doesn't insult your intelligence! Best game of 2013.… Expand
  98. crysis-shadow-7
    Mar 29, 2014
    9
    when i first bought this game i was a bit sceptic at first but what i bought was one of the best games ever the game lays in the genre i like to call story driven fps where the game uses amazing visuals and a deep and gripping story dont get me wrong the game has tromenduos action scenes leaving me in aww you play as booker dewit a man who is sent to collect a girl in the floating city ofwhen i first bought this game i was a bit sceptic at first but what i bought was one of the best games ever the game lays in the genre i like to call story driven fps where the game uses amazing visuals and a deep and gripping story dont get me wrong the game has tromenduos action scenes leaving me in aww you play as booker dewit a man who is sent to collect a girl in the floating city of colombia where you unravel the secrets of the city the truth about elizibeth the gameplay is is amazing but can feel repetitive and predictible and the ending if you play this game to the end you will be left shocked and i almost forgot the sky hook system is superb but i feel as if the melee attacking on the scy hook was tacked on to try to ad a combat element for people who stay on these hooks all in all the game took me a little over 10 hours and that was on easy listen quick tip use the konami code to unlock 1999 mode where it is nvery hard this game is a blast and other than a few minorly small hicups in combat this game is a must buy… Expand
  99. alexaxa
    Mar 23, 2014
    9
    While i tough the first Bioshock was strongly overrated and i hated the second one, i must say that this one is really impressing. The graphics are spectacular and the story is great.
  100. Makaveli
    Mar 11, 2014
    8
    I beat this game awhile ago, I recently just tried getting some more trophies for it...
    One thing I always hated about the other Bio shock games is, die had no consequence as you would start 2 seconds from where you died in a vita chamber... This was is similar, however if you die in this one you lose money, which is essential to upgrading your stuff and other things.. I really liked that    I beat this game awhile ago, I recently just tried getting some more trophies for it...
    One thing I always hated about the other Bio shock games is, die had no consequence as you would start 2 seconds from where you died in a vita chamber... This was is similar, however if you die in this one you lose money, which is essential to upgrading your stuff and other things.. I really liked that much more than the vita chambers. The graphics are nice, the sound is good. Now the story to this game was ok, for me it was very much too predictable, I knew what would happen before it happened, including the "twist" at the end. The game has a lot of hard work put into it, it was not done by a lazy team that is for sure, considering a lot of devs nowadays are cash grabs...However the gameplay itself, was nice at first but it became really boring. Sure swinging on skyhooks and jumping off and murdering people is cool and all, but it just gets boring...rather quickly... I also beat this game on the hardest difficulty and I will add that the hardest difficulty should of been normal mode.. The hardest difficulty option was not difficult at all, anyone could do it...Now at first I was worried the elizebeth would be annoying, but turns out you are happy to have her with yu, she will give you items when you are low and she doesn't get in the way , the did this right as I have seen many other games fail in AI co op.. I give the game an 8.    … Expand
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#3 Best PS3 Game of 2013
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#9 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2013

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Universal acclaim - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. Slant Magazine
    May 27, 2013
    90
    In an infinite universe, anything can happen, but in Infinite's, the specifics are what get you.
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  2. Play UK
    Apr 23, 2013
    97
    One of those rare games that speaks to the player on a personal, emotional level with a thought-provoking, mature storyline set in one of the most amazing worlds conceived in a game. Plus, it's a wonderful FPS with deep, tactical combat. Essential. [Issue#230, p.66]
  3. Official PlayStation Magazine Benelux
    Apr 22, 2013
    87
    Multiple dimensions and a clever scenario with a surprise around every corner make it difficult for us to explain our enthusiasm without spoiling the story. Only the extended ghost chase (literally) halfway through the game drags on a bit too long. [April 2013, p.74]
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