BioShock 2: Minerva's Den

 Xbox 360
User Score
8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 94 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 83 out of 94
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 94
  3. Negative: 3 out of 94

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  1. zanshin825
    Sep 13, 2010
    9
    If you liked Bioshock 2, you'll certainly like Minerva's Den. Solid story, fun new weapons, and interesting new plasmids. I don't usually buy DLC, but I purchased this on a whim and wasn't disappointed.
  2. assassinofodin
    Sep 8, 2010
    8
    After completing the main game and learning there was no backtracking available, I was pumped for the add on content for Bioshock 2. Now, after playing Minerva's Den, I can say that if you liked the main game, you'll thoroughly enjoy this DLC. With a new weapon, the Ion Cannon and a new plasmid, the Gravity Well (which is very fun by the way), the add on content makes you feel like it wasAfter completing the main game and learning there was no backtracking available, I was pumped for the add on content for Bioshock 2. Now, after playing Minerva's Den, I can say that if you liked the main game, you'll thoroughly enjoy this DLC. With a new weapon, the Ion Cannon and a new plasmid, the Gravity Well (which is very fun by the way), the add on content makes you feel like it was an addition to the game, not just a "deleted scene". The only negative is that we've lost all connections with familiar characters. No more Delta!
    However, I did greatly enjoy this DLC and think if you enjoyed the main game, you will love this!    … Expand
  3. KieranAkhtar
    Oct 27, 2015
    10
    Best thing about Bioshock 2, with a great twist, using all the elements we love from Bioshock 1, and this DLC makes up for the Bioshock 2's main game being slow (apart from the ending).
  4. Ravenous
    Nov 19, 2010
    9
    When it comes to DLC, this is one of the best game add-ons I've ever purchased. The story is superb, and the experience is every bit as enjoyable as Bioshock 1 and 2.
  5. eva3si0n
    Nov 2, 2022
    8
    Minerva's Den is a great DLC for Bioshock 2. A good story for 2-3 hours, expanding the events of the Rapture story. Minerva's Den was created for those who did not have enough of the original. The story has almost no effect on the main plot. There's one plot twist and a boring final boss battle. Separately, I would not recommend buying, but Minerva's Den comes with Bioshock 2 Remastered
  6. Solaris123
    Dec 21, 2019
    10
    Best dlc with Half life episode 2 and imho better storyline than Bioshock 1 and 2
  7. garygreen
    Sep 4, 2020
    10
    the best dlc i play in the game and the good soundtrack i have listen to the game
  8. cchenders40
    May 17, 2023
    10
    Flawless DLC. Great twist and a heart wrenching end. Maybe the best dlc I have ever played. The best bioshock content period.

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#41 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2010
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#50 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2010

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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. GameSpot
    Jan 5, 2011
    85
    This add-on's great pacing and memorable story are excellent reasons to return to Rapture.
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  2. Gamereactor Denmark
    70
    Rapture is getting old, and it's becoming increasingly difficult for 2K to wring interesting stories and characters out of the setting. That said, this is distilled and more accessible chapter in the Bioshock story, and if you liked the more action-oriented approach of the second game, Minerva's Den won't disappoint.
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  3. Game Revolution
    91
    It's one hell of a trip from beginning to end and, by the end of its four-hour journey, will only make it tougher for you to wait two years for BioShock Infinite.
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