BioShock: The Collection

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 175 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 151 out of 175
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 175
  3. Negative: 18 out of 175
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  1. PPaul27
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Best fps on switch and one of the best port ever. Great visual and solid framerate. 2k + nintendo is a sexy couple!
  2. LordOMO
    May 30, 2020
    9
    The Bioshock Collection brings the complete Bishock package with all 3 games and DLC to Switch.

    These are fantastic games that hold up really well even today thanks to their unique art style, story telling and thick atmosphere. Also I'm very happy to tell you that this is a good port of the games. Switch runs Bioshock at a solid 1080p 30fps. The graphical fidelity is much closer to the    The Bioshock Collection brings the complete Bishock package with all 3 games and DLC to Switch.

    These are fantastic games that hold up really well even today thanks to their unique art style, story telling and thick atmosphere.
    Also I'm very happy to tell you that this is a good port of the games. Switch runs Bioshock at a solid 1080p 30fps. The graphical fidelity is much closer to the PS4 version than the original PS3 version. At some points (for example with certain fire effects) it looked like there were compression artifacts but otherwise tje image was very clean.
    A few minor issues that Switch owners should know is that there is no gyro support, some text and hud elements being quite small in handheld mode (as these games were originally developed for home consoles) and that all games require additional downloads as only parts of every game have been stored on the cartridge.
    Overall this is a quality port of a quality game but the developers didn't go the extra mile to consider Switch specific features.    … Expand
  3. Bayonetta2
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, amazing graphics. More port's in Nintendo switch like this. :)
  4. Sensei4
    Jul 16, 2020
    10
    I had only played the third game before the first two so I didn't get it when I played it. When I bought the Nintendo Switch version, collecting all three, I was hooked on the first two games. It's so deceptively simple and brilliant in its storytelling, as this really changed the way subtlety was used in games. It gave rise to the first Last of Us's storytelling. What amazed me is thatI had only played the third game before the first two so I didn't get it when I played it. When I bought the Nintendo Switch version, collecting all three, I was hooked on the first two games. It's so deceptively simple and brilliant in its storytelling, as this really changed the way subtlety was used in games. It gave rise to the first Last of Us's storytelling. What amazed me is that when you play in the dark, it's almost similar to Metro Exodus on switch. It's that beautiful. I hope they make more Bioshock games, but if they made them every year, it would ruin the charm. We all saw what happened to Call of Duty, but Bioshock couldn't afford to go that route. Some games must have time and care put into them, and while there is some graphical difference, it meshes very well. The stories are top notch. The FPS shooters to date are Doom 2016 and Eternal, Wolfenstein, Bioshock, and the Metro series. I would recommend these as the FPS to play, and Bioshock earns its place easily with subtle and demented story telling and action driven by horror set themes. Infinite is a departure as it was trying to retell the story all over again, but it does have potential, and it even stands on its own if they needed to retell the story again.… Expand
  5. lorddiego
    Sep 1, 2020
    9
    Excellent port, stands with other great ports such as Witcher 3 and Dark Souls Remastered. The game did crash on one occasion where there was too much going on. All in all, an excellent collection and port. Just try to nab it on a discount.
  6. KINGTUTT52
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Super Solid port. Probably the best port on the console or at the very least on par with the doom port.
  7. Joes
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Una colección de infarto con todos los juegos en modo portatil una delicia a nivel jugable y visual
  8. Gamertag77
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Se espero mucho esta colección y no decepción en lo técnico y jugable una delicia
  9. ChadTyler
    Jun 4, 2020
    10
    This is the reason I bought a switch, good ports of great third party games. Amazing work by 2k, seriously impressive to get this working well on such weak hardware. It looks infinitely better than Doom and it’s Vaseline filter resolution. The people whining about the price gladly drop 60 bucks for shallow children’s games that Nintendo rushes out every year. 50 bucks for 3 of the bestThis is the reason I bought a switch, good ports of great third party games. Amazing work by 2k, seriously impressive to get this working well on such weak hardware. It looks infinitely better than Doom and it’s Vaseline filter resolution. The people whining about the price gladly drop 60 bucks for shallow children’s games that Nintendo rushes out every year. 50 bucks for 3 of the best shooters ever made is a steal, period.… Expand
  10. botas2
    May 29, 2020
    10
    El mejor juego en primera persona en lo que va de este Siglo llego al Switch
  11. Beto1960
    May 29, 2020
    10
    One of the best fps un the last year come to switch with a good Port, thanks virtuos
  12. riverkev95
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    Un port a la altura de las capacidades de Nintendo Switch.
    Una colección de juegos maravillosa y entretenida con una buena historia y fantástica jugabilidad.
  13. Nintendist
    Jun 30, 2022
    0
    this game is not good and has so many lacks. i relly wish it was more longer
  14. danielle5000
    Jun 1, 2020
    0
    This port is way too expensive for the price. $50 for 3 games that are a decade old is a bit ridiculous, should be like $15 max.
  15. lucinhagamer
    Aug 26, 2022
    0
    this game is so bad on so many ways. the gameplay is boring and very repetitive
  16. Evreegamer
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Arguably the best collection of the year on the Nintendo Switch. Strong art design, audio and gameplay has helped keep these titles exciting almost a decade after their releases and this particular port of Bioshock: The Collection for Nintendo's handheld hybrid shines brightest as a tech achievement on the go. If you love video games and FPS this title is a must own.
  17. EdwardG
    Jul 23, 2020
    9
    The Bioshock series is responsible for some of the best lore and best stories in gaming. I'd only ever played Infinite before picking up the collection on Switch and getting to experience the other 2 games and all the DLC was a delight.

    The first Bioshock manages to capture a great atmosphere and establishes the excellent setting of Rapture. Bioshock 2 is certainly less inspired than    The Bioshock series is responsible for some of the best lore and best stories in gaming. I'd only ever played Infinite before picking up the collection on Switch and getting to experience the other 2 games and all the DLC was a delight.

    The first Bioshock manages to capture a great atmosphere and establishes the excellent setting of Rapture.

    Bioshock 2 is certainly less inspired than its predecessor but has more action packed combat and is still a great game. Minnerva's Den, the DLC for Bioshock 2 has an amazing story and an ending that I absolutely loved.

    Infinite is the newest of the games and takes the action to a new, superbly crafted setting called Columbia. This too has a great narrative. It's DLC, Burial at Sea, is split into two episodes - the first is very short and I found it's gameplay to suffer a little due to how scarce bullets seemed, but it had a really nice twist ending. The second episode is fantastic, focusing on fun stealth gameplay and having a beautiful ending that ties the series together.

    The stories really are brilliant in these games, and the music deserves a mention too, fitting the period and helping set the tone. All of the games run well and look good on Switch, and although I ran into a bug in Infinite, reloading a save fixed it. I wish the games were fully on the physical cartridge, and I would've liked to be able to use gyro aiming, but other than that the Switch ports are as good as I hoped - these are some amazing games running great on Switch.    … Expand
  18. NintendoGalaxy
    Jul 15, 2020
    10
    Amazing games! All three games run and look great. If you haven't played them yet do it now!
  19. Matt_Nicholson
    Jun 6, 2020
    9
    One of the best ports on the switch for three of the best games ever made. This is up there with Doom 2016 for best multiplat game on Switch. Also, considering the Switch doesn't have many FPS games, it is a must buy if you are a Switch only owner. The only cons are it is quite expensive compared to other consoles and it takes up quite a lot of space (roughly 30 GB for all three games).One of the best ports on the switch for three of the best games ever made. This is up there with Doom 2016 for best multiplat game on Switch. Also, considering the Switch doesn't have many FPS games, it is a must buy if you are a Switch only owner. The only cons are it is quite expensive compared to other consoles and it takes up quite a lot of space (roughly 30 GB for all three games). But as far as how it runs on the Switch, I played in docked mode with a pro controller and after bumping up the sensitivity a bit it controlled absolutely buttery smooth.… Expand
  20. TomMonday
    Nov 1, 2022
    7
    A great game that I just hated to play. The themes are so grim and the violent world just wore me down after a while. It’s a murderer simulation disguised as a secret plot to save the world. It just wore me the f**k down.
  21. Arfon
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    I was waiting to play Bioshock someday, and this was my chance. What a great collection of amazing games! They all run perfectly and I didn't had any issue while playing, it's a blessing to have these games in a hanheld console running this good! Gameplay is great on all three games, the story is excellent(Maybe not so much on Bioshock 2). I had a good time playing them!
  22. Henryseraph
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Un gran trilogía digna y memorable que ahora se puede disfrutar en la portátil de Nintendo, espectacular
  23. MrAnnix
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    The best game of the last decade now on Switch and very nicely ported. Just perfect!
  24. JohnyBananaman
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    This baby is gaming at its best. Bioshock as series is very satisfying experience. There is tons of atmosphere. I remember being scared as I first experienced the feeling of being alone in a dead city.
    Such an interesting story , exciting gameplay and the series invents different game mechanics as series goes on but honestly after finishing it all I feel like its one big awesome game.    This baby is gaming at its best. Bioshock as series is very satisfying experience. There is tons of atmosphere. I remember being scared as I first experienced the feeling of being alone in a dead city.
    Such an interesting story , exciting gameplay and the series invents different game mechanics as series goes on but honestly after finishing it all I feel like its one big awesome game. DEFINITELY GET IT    … Expand
  25. blk_mamba
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    I love bioshock. Have loved all the 3 games and played them before on ps3 and ps4. And I played them again in the switch and just enjoyed it. Playing the game in portable mode is amazing. I didn’t see any noticeable performance hitches. If you like bioshock and want to play the games on the go, definitely get this collection. It’s $20 right now!
  26. EmCza
    Jul 2, 2020
    9
    BS: Infinity is perfect, but in the first BS developers putted a huge crosshair that destroys the pleasure of the game.
  27. Bjred78
    Jul 13, 2020
    9
    As close to perfection as a game can be. Nothing to say that hasn't been said previously and better then my ramblings.

    I replayed the original PS3 version several days ago.
  28. Lm35
    Aug 11, 2020
    10
    Rapture is a city full of charisma, this game really added something new to the shooters genre and it's a masterpiece
  29. Legrand
    Dec 26, 2020
    9
    Se ve espectacular en Switch buena adaptación sin duda uno de los mejores shooters de la plataforma
  30. cfc1998
    Mar 4, 2023
    9
    Only played the original an Infinite, both pretty good. One of the best fps campaigns of all time, very enjoyable collection and runs pretty well.
  31. Ripper36
    Oct 2, 2021
    9
    Man, what a great port of some of the best shooters of all time. Everything looks so nice and sharp. Bioshock 3 being the one that looks a step up from the 1st 2 but not taking anything from either ones. Only issue i have is that some reason it took me a bit to master the controls mainly the 1st. But other then that, go and get this collection, its worth every dime.
  32. Hydroquake
    Dec 5, 2021
    10
    Got it on sale for $20, and haven’t even gotten to Bioshock 2 or Infinite. Definitely worth the price. I typically don’t like FPS games, but find this one very enjoyable.
  33. Windbreak
    Sep 20, 2022
    1
    Do NOT play this unless you’re willing to set a reminder to save every 10 minutes. I’ve lost a combined 12-14 hours of progress because of 4 sudden crashes and the game only auto saves during the beginning of each level which are all multiple hours long (so around 6-7 times total in the game). I don’t know how anybody can sell/make useless crap like this for money and sleep with a clearDo NOT play this unless you’re willing to set a reminder to save every 10 minutes. I’ve lost a combined 12-14 hours of progress because of 4 sudden crashes and the game only auto saves during the beginning of each level which are all multiple hours long (so around 6-7 times total in the game). I don’t know how anybody can sell/make useless crap like this for money and sleep with a clear conscience. 1 was fine, only crashed once. Don’t buy 2.… Expand
  34. Jesus2323
    Mar 18, 2022
    0
    No me gusto nada la optimizacion en switch mucho mejor la version en otraa consolas
  35. Scamp491
    Sep 2, 2022
    2
    The worst port ever. The games have too small letters. You can't use a gyroscope for aiming at the enemies. The support team from 2K is arrogant.
    I also bought the game on the iPad. The game works on the old iOS only and then the game was removed from the app store.
    On the PC is one of the most enjoyable games. The ports are garbage.
  36. farrrullll
    Jan 27, 2023
    7
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  37. MayMoJo
    Feb 24, 2023
    8
    Unique series, still great. Part one suffers a bit on sluggish controls which show the age. Great atmospheric story driven shooter/adventures. Really well ported to Switch. Recommendable.
  38. Audiostoned
    Apr 15, 2023
    10
    “Welcome to the circus of values!” One of the best (if not the best) fps series I have ever played. I got this on the estore for like $15 and that’s an incredible value for all 3 games. Hope it gets a proper movie directed by Guillermo Del Toro or someone worthy of directing it. If you haven’t player it yet, I envy you. The first one is the best in my opinion, followed by number two. All“Welcome to the circus of values!” One of the best (if not the best) fps series I have ever played. I got this on the estore for like $15 and that’s an incredible value for all 3 games. Hope it gets a proper movie directed by Guillermo Del Toro or someone worthy of directing it. If you haven’t player it yet, I envy you. The first one is the best in my opinion, followed by number two. All the games are great.… Expand

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#18 Best Switch Game of 2020
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#34 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2020

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 35 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 35
  3. Negative: 0 out of 35
  1. ZTGD
    Aug 5, 2020
    80
    As a package The Bioshock collection delivers, but once again (as has been with the other two 2K collections on Switch) the issue of value raises its head. Yes, fifty bucks for three fully fleshed out games and all their DLC seems like good value. But only if the only console you own is a Switch. This collection released 4 years ago on PC, Xbox One and Playstation4 and as such can be picked up for a fraction of that price nowadays. The games also play much better on these platforms, with the PS4 Pro and Xbox One X recently getting a 4K 60fps update. I guess it comes down to whether you think having versions of these great games on the go is worth the cost. But for me, no matter how good these games are, I would recommend waiting for a price drop.
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  2. Switch Player
    Jul 30, 2020
    90
    BioShock: The Collection can be seen as the definitive package of one of the most unique, fantastic, and awe-inspiring franchises ever made. From the classic first BioShock to the action-driven BioShock Infinite, there’s a lot to enjoy within this superb port.
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  3. Ninty Fresh Magazine
    Jul 16, 2020
    85
    BioShock: The Collection offers tremendous gameplay storytelling with multi-layered first-person shooting. It gets better with each game in the set. [Issue 1#1, p.50]
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