BioShock: The Collection

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 874 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 61 out of 874
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  1. Greysteel
    Sep 24, 2016
    10
    Bioshock, as a series, was already utterly timeless. This collection does nothing but enhance it's reputation as one of the last's generation's true powerhouses in game writing and direction. Go, buy it.
  2. Spidor
    Sep 22, 2016
    4
    Play the originals on PC if you want a HD version of Bioshock, or just enjoy the console originals on last-gen. While the collection introduces sharper textures and higher framerate/resolution on consoles, these changes come at the expense of almost all special effects, from lighting to smoke, grit and underwater volume. Voice recordings have been messed up, sound effects and ambient musicPlay the originals on PC if you want a HD version of Bioshock, or just enjoy the console originals on last-gen. While the collection introduces sharper textures and higher framerate/resolution on consoles, these changes come at the expense of almost all special effects, from lighting to smoke, grit and underwater volume. Voice recordings have been messed up, sound effects and ambient music have been compressed to lack reverb. This leads to a flat, less atmospheric "remaster" that fixes what nobody asks for at the expense of what everybody lauded; and if you don't believe me, just watch the side-by-sides by Digital Foundry (beware spoilers). Do yourself a favor - if you've never played these but are planning to, do NOT play them like this.… Expand
  3. swaron
    Sep 21, 2016
    10
    The games are excellent as they always have been but with Very nice enhanced texturing and graphics in general. The details of faces, walls, objects etc are vastly improved imo. A new addition of looking for Film Reels to unlock Director commentary is a nice addition as well. A+ and a no-brainer purchase for fans.
  4. Mamal
    Sep 18, 2016
    10
    3 games with all the DLC for 60 bucks. Worth every cent since those games are some of the best games made in the last decade. This package lets you experience all of that from start to finish.
  5. verydarksun
    Sep 17, 2016
    10
    WOW forgot how good this games was / is. It's a MUST BUY for people who have played it before and people how are new to BioShock. well worth the money
  6. shaun8pickles
    Sep 16, 2016
    9
    This is the best way to play the Bioshock series, especially if you're new to the series. It is one the best series out there and I would totally recommend it to anyone who hasn't played it before or if you have played them before and want another playthrough. I have run into a couple glitches but nothing game-breaking. Infinite, the newest game in the series, doesn't look vastlyThis is the best way to play the Bioshock series, especially if you're new to the series. It is one the best series out there and I would totally recommend it to anyone who hasn't played it before or if you have played them before and want another playthrough. I have run into a couple glitches but nothing game-breaking. Infinite, the newest game in the series, doesn't look vastly different. But it's understandable considering it is newer than the other two. The games are on two separate disks (Bioshock 1 & 2 being on one disc and Infinite being on the other), the three games combined take up around 60GB and they come with all the DLC as well. I give it a 9/10, but it would be a ten if it didn't have the glitches.… Expand
  7. Beast979
    Sep 16, 2016
    9
    If you liked the originals and want and want to dive back in for another go...this is definitely the way to go. The graphics are better then previous consoles, but still are dated, especially with Bioshock 1. I feel they could have done a better job with updating the look of that one in particular. But other than that, it is a great collection of games for 60 bucks...If you haven't playedIf you liked the originals and want and want to dive back in for another go...this is definitely the way to go. The graphics are better then previous consoles, but still are dated, especially with Bioshock 1. I feel they could have done a better job with updating the look of that one in particular. But other than that, it is a great collection of games for 60 bucks...If you haven't played them previously, than this is a must have if you enjoy single player shooters, as this series is one of the best in that genre, if not flat out the best.… Expand
  8. SNESStarter
    Sep 15, 2016
    0
    Bioshick Infinite has received absolutely no upgrades from last gens version, and the two other Bioshocks have marginal upgrades at best. Pass on this, it's terrible value.
  9. system11
    Sep 15, 2016
    0
    I'm giving this 0/10, because they've chosen to block streaming of the entire collection and not even elected to explain why. Don't support this kind of rubbish from publishers.
  10. fallouts
    Sep 15, 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 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). Simply put, the YouTube comparisons don't do this collection justice, becauseAll 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). Simply put, the YouTube comparisons don't do this collection justice, because the texture quality has been bumped up by a lot in all three games. Moreover, each game runs in 1080p and presents a crisp and vibrant image compared to the washed out and blurry image of the last gen versions. Frame rate is also 60 FPS in all with some dips here and there. There is also no day one patch for any of the titles, so you can play these games out of the box without a problem. 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.… Expand
  11. AGirardi
    Sep 14, 2016
    10
    Let's get the obvious out of the way: All three games look incredible. Improved graphics, DLC inclusions for all three games, getting to return to Rapture and Columbia, and reliving the experience of the Bioshock franchise has been phenomenal.

    Games do not get much better than Bioshock and Bioshock: Infinite and while Bioshock 2 is good (story was lacking) the deal of getting all three    Let's get the obvious out of the way: All three games look incredible. Improved graphics, DLC inclusions for all three games, getting to return to Rapture and Columbia, and reliving the experience of the Bioshock franchise has been phenomenal.

    Games do not get much better than Bioshock and Bioshock: Infinite and while Bioshock 2 is good (story was lacking) the deal of getting all three games plus hours of extra DLC in one package is a steal for any gamer who has played the series or who is new to Bioshock.

    All three games hold up exceptionally well on the PS4, are smooth, clear, and a blast to immerse yourself into once again. Buy this product, it is worth every dollar    … Expand
  12. DisTurbedOne122
    Sep 14, 2016
    10
    Take the highest rated shooter of all time,then tack on both other Bioshock games with improved visuals and all the dlc for all 3! This is a no-brainer here!
  13. Peeto
    Sep 14, 2016
    10
    All 3 games get significant graphics improvements over original console versions. These games are gems. Even if you played all 3 games already and want to have their best looking version on console, it is a big difference and worth your money.
  14. danyboy24
    Sep 13, 2016
    10
    Three of the best games ever made. The atmosphere reminded me why Bioshock games were so good. PLUS you get all DLC which are all awesome! Get it, you won't regret it.
  15. wouldyoukindly
    Sep 13, 2016
    10
    My favorite game franchise of all time is back and better then before. These games are a perfect 10 for me. The story art and atmosphere makes the original a masterpiece. If you have not played do your self a favor. You will not regret it.
  16. Allthat
    Sep 13, 2016
    10
    This little package is absolutely perfect. Three of the greatest games of all time plus all their DLCs in one box . If you haven't already played any of these games then this is a must buy, and if you have 2 of these 3 games it's still a must buy. In fact, I would go as far as too say that if you've played all these games but nit their DLC then this is a must buy. From my experience I canThis little package is absolutely perfect. Three of the greatest games of all time plus all their DLCs in one box . If you haven't already played any of these games then this is a must buy, and if you have 2 of these 3 games it's still a must buy. In fact, I would go as far as too say that if you've played all these games but nit their DLC then this is a must buy. From my experience I can report that everything runs fine and all 3 games look absolutely beautiful in 1080p. I haven't experienced any technical difficulties but that means there might be some since I haven't everything yet.… Expand
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84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 38 out of 39
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  1. The Digital Fix
    Nov 9, 2016
    80
    There’s always a man. There’s always a city. There’s always a lighthouse. And there’s always a reason to revisit one of the finest trilogies in the modern gaming.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Oct 29, 2016
    80
    A modern masterpiece flanked by an okay sequel and a round-off that still delights. This isn’t the Big Daddy of PS3 trilogies, but it’s a circus of value. [December 2016, p83]
  3. Gaming Nexus
    Oct 25, 2016
    80
    Despite there being no real improvements or enhancements to any of these games, it is hard to deny the quality of these three games. The BioShock franchise consists of three of the best games we have seen in the past decade and these are the best versions you can get of them. There isn't much in new content but the base content of this collection alone is an incredible value.
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