BioShock 2

Xbox 360

Publisher: 2K Games
Release Date: Feb 9, 2010
Also On: PC, PlayStation 3

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8.3

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Dartza

Aug 1, 2023

8

Bioshock 2 improves on some aspects of the original. Systems such as the photo taking and other game mechanics are smoother and more fun. The story did not hit me as hard, but the overall experience was definitely well above average.

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Yojimbo2015

Jun 27, 2023

8

Return to the beautifully designed undersea realm of Rapture, this time filling the diving boots of a "Big Daddy". Another intriguing story although the differences to the first game are more embellishments than real changes so it all seems very familiar. If you liked the original Bioshock, you're sure to like this too.

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farrrullll

Jan 27, 2023

8

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atyoukha

Jul 26, 2022

8

I did not play the DLC but I did play the base game. It was not as long as the first game but it did improve on mechanisms from the first game which made playing more fun and easy. Yet it was still missing some charm.

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TeransiC3338

Oct 16, 2021

9

BioShock 2 is the Sequel that i wanted the franchise to end with. Not only does it add more ground and structure to the original BioShock's story but also improve upon the original in every possible way...
Better sandbox, better level desing, better story more realistic characters and so on. Bioshock 2's only flaw is being exactly like the original game other than that, it's a perfectBioShock 2 is the Sequel that i wanted the franchise to end with. Not only does it add more ground and structure to the original BioShock's story but also improve upon the original in every possible way...
Better sandbox, better level desing, better story more realistic characters and so on. Bioshock 2's only flaw is being exactly like the original game other than that, it's a perfect shooter amd in some ways better than its predecessor.… Expand

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Dperks

Jun 5, 2021

9

Bioshock 2 is an improvement to the original in almost every way. The gameplay is the biggest improvement the addition duel of wilding plasmids with weapons is a fantastic addition which lends itself to a better flow in combat. New and improved plasmids along with better weapons then the original also go a long way to making combat more engaging which was a problem in the original for me.Bioshock 2 is an improvement to the original in almost every way. The gameplay is the biggest improvement the addition duel of wilding plasmids with weapons is a fantastic addition which lends itself to a better flow in combat. New and improved plasmids along with better weapons then the original also go a long way to making combat more engaging which was a problem in the original for me. The story is something a lot of people have a problem with and true while is doesn't have a big twist like the original what we do have is still an interesting plot that explores many of the themes from the first game in addition to some new interesting elements brought in this title. And while you cant play it today this game did have a multiplayer mode that I remember being fun but then again that was a long time ago so it's hard for me to say if it was good or not. The main issue with this as well as the first title is that I would say they struggle to find the right balance of difficulty as it feels no matter the difficulty I choose the game is either a cake walk or it's a near death experience when I enter a room. Not that it's an issue to much seeing as when you die you simply respawn in a vita chamber and only need to walk back to where you were with out loosing much actual progress. Despite that and some minor technical issues the game has at times I'd still say that the Bioshock 2 is a better game then the first if only by a bit. And while I don't want to talk about this too much the DLC expansion Minerva's Den was also really good and if you do enjoy this game at all it's definitely worth your time. And it comes along in the Bioshock collection for newer consoles.… Expand

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Anatoliy_DeVile

Apr 5, 2021

8

После достаточно успешной первой части подводных приключений в городе-утопии Восторге, превратившемся со временем из уютной затворнической обители в угрюмое пристанище монстров, сиквел был лишь вопросом времени. Во второй части Биошока мы играем роль первого большого папочки, так называемого объекта Дельта, который по сути явился прародителем всех последующих стражей маленьких сестричек.После достаточно успешной первой части подводных приключений в городе-утопии Восторге, превратившемся со временем из уютной затворнической обители в угрюмое пристанище монстров, сиквел был лишь вопросом времени. Во второй части Биошока мы играем роль первого большого папочки, так называемого объекта Дельта, который по сути явился прародителем всех последующих стражей маленьких сестричек. Правда охранник из нашего протагониста вышел излишне своевольный, ко всему прочему он умело мог орудовать плазмидами, которые были не подвластны прочим большим папочкам. На фоне ревности ли, или ощущения потенциальной угрозы со стороны нашего героя София Лэмб — лидер идеологической секты «Семья» в первой же батальной сцене убивает нашего Дельту. А он между тем всеми силами самоотверженно защищал маленькую дочь Софии. Жизнь полна разочарований. Впрочем, спустя 10 лет волею доброжелателей наш горе-водолаз оживает в Вита-камере и с этого момента начинается наше увлекательное приключение. Как вы понимаете Bioshock 2 не является прямым продолжением первой части. Объединяет их лишь место действия ну и относительно время событий. История вышла действительно увлекательной, плюсом к ее осязанию послужила великолепно созданная таинственная, прекрасная и одновременно ужасающая атмосфера подводного заброшенного города, где на каждом шагу нас поджидает опасность и в то же время открывается такой внушительный и захватывающий вид на подводный мир из окон Восторга. На нелегком пути нашего персонажа в нескольких ситуация будет стоять моральный выбор пощадить или убить ключевых визави. В следствие нашего выбора, а также, то как мы будем поступать с маленькими сестричками, которые будут добывать для нас бесценный АДАМ, мы можем посмотреть аж целых 4 разных концовки. Геймплейно игра весьма схожа с первой частью. От первого лица того самого Дельты с правой руки решетим врагов всевозможным оружием или углубляемся в их внутренний мир огромным буром, с левой руки увечим плазмидами. Плазмиды, если не считать последний — вызов большой сестрички, который получаем практически в концовке игры, один в один те же самые. Арсенал оружейный претерпел изменения, хотя из того что действительно доставляло удовольствие в процессе стрельбы выделю лишь гарпун. Остальное оружие как-то традиционно ощущается неважно, получше чем в первой части конечно, но не настолько чтобы выделять этот элемент игры как положительный. Буром тоже особо долго не посверлишь в виду того, что топливо расходуется достаточно быстро, хотя вещь конечно годная и весьма дамажистая.… Expand

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Daniel_N

Oct 18, 2020

10

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What I love about this game is the fact that the story is more complex and fun than the original. This sequel is amazing, top-notch, and has amazing gameplay and graphics with three optional sad endings. This is by far one of my favorite games of all time, without a doubt.… Expand

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Bestbakes

Jul 31, 2020

10

Amazing story and characters. The decaying atmosphere is very well done. Gameplay is better than the first.

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Scose

Jul 3, 2020

8

Bioshock 2 was my first introduction to the trilogy, and it was an enjoyable experience from start to end in both gameplay and storytelling.

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Bruterake

May 5, 2020

8

Jogo bomzão cara tinha como escolher umas parada dava medo tinha ação. Jogo completinho fechadinho, mas não vai receber 10 pq n acho que seja um dos melhores jogos do ramo.

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Brukaik

Apr 3, 2020

8

O ano é 2020, e eu ainda não consegui enjoar desse jogo. Já zerei umas 4 vezes e posso dizer que é muito bom. A história é legal, você consegue se envolver, tem personagens bons. O problema é que muitas pessoas o jogam na sombra do primeiro que também é extremamente marcante.

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Brub

Aug 8, 2019

8

if this game was not a sequel to BioShock then everybody would call it a masterpiece. The story is good but not as good, the gameplay is actually better then the first, music was amazing as always overall a very enjoyable experience.

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Magma17

May 30, 2018

10

Bioshock 2 tem o peso de fazer a sequencia de um dos títulos mais importantes para o mundo dos games,porém não apostaram em nada de muito novo,jogaram na zona segura,mantendo oque funcionava com pequenas adições e melhorias.
Agora o protagonista se trata de Subject Delta um Big Daddy,o mais famoso habitante de Rapture,e isso influência diretamente no Gameplay,onde se sente mais peso aoBioshock 2 tem o peso de fazer a sequencia de um dos títulos mais importantes para o mundo dos games,porém não apostaram em nada de muito novo,jogaram na zona segura,mantendo oque funcionava com pequenas adições e melhorias.
Agora o protagonista se trata de Subject Delta um Big Daddy,o mais famoso habitante de Rapture,e isso influência diretamente no Gameplay,onde se sente mais peso ao controlar o personagem,mas mesmo assim ele é mais rápido que os demais Big Daddys,porém menos resistente,nada muito diferente do primeiro título.
As únicas mudanças em relação as armas são as armadilhas e a broca,de restante são apenas versões "mais do mesmo".
Uma novidade bem vinda se da ao fato de usarmos as duas mãos,uma para Plasmids e a outra para a arma de fogo,além de ataques corpo a corpo poderem ser realizados com qualquer arma,e não apenas com a chave de grifo.
Inimigos:
Apenas dois novos inimigos foram adicionados,além de novas variações de Big Daddys.
Brute:Splicers com foco em corpo a corpo,resistentes e além de jogar objetos pesados em você.
Big Sister:São Little Sisters em sua fase adulta.
O sistema de pesquisa e hackeamento,foram aperfeiçoados,ficaram mais dinâmicos e menos cansativos.
Bioshock 2 se mantem na zona de conforto e traz uma experiência muito semelhante ao jogo anterior,é uma DLC Full Price,poucas novidades,porém é necessário muito mais do que isso para tirar o mérito de uma obra de arte como essa.… Expand

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Rafizans

Aug 7, 2017

8

Overall, BioShock 2 doesn't live up to the expectations of the masterpiece that was the original BioShock. The premise of the story was well executed, but loses its charm partway through. As a sequel, it plays it a bit too safe, encorporating familiar concepts and mechanics that were present in the original game. Though it improves in some of these aspects (such as the gameplay, graphics),Overall, BioShock 2 doesn't live up to the expectations of the masterpiece that was the original BioShock. The premise of the story was well executed, but loses its charm partway through. As a sequel, it plays it a bit too safe, encorporating familiar concepts and mechanics that were present in the original game. Though it improves in some of these aspects (such as the gameplay, graphics), there is a lack in innovation to try new things. Despite these flaws, I had a very enjoyable experience with the game and was not disappointed.… Expand

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Broyax

Apr 15, 2017

9

Bien qu'après le premier opus, l'effet de surprise soit passé, cette suite est toujours aussi dingue ! Après le mégalomane, voici une folle qui tente d'imposer son idéologie marxo-communiste à tout Rapture. Vous voilà donc dans une boîte de conserve remise en service pour tout nettoyer et sauver la ville d'une manière ou d'une autre... mais toujours dans un joyeux massacre, qu'on se leBien qu'après le premier opus, l'effet de surprise soit passé, cette suite est toujours aussi dingue ! Après le mégalomane, voici une folle qui tente d'imposer son idéologie marxo-communiste à tout Rapture. Vous voilà donc dans une boîte de conserve remise en service pour tout nettoyer et sauver la ville d'une manière ou d'une autre... mais toujours dans un joyeux massacre, qu'on se le dise.

Combats toujours furieux pour ne pas dire enragés, interface et maniabilité encore améliorées, Bioshock 2 est un jeu soigné et peaufiné jusque dans les moindres détails, une référence (ou la référence ?) en matière de FPS. Le scénario est là également, solide et bien construit et réserve son lot de révélations et surprises. La VF est excellente (avec la voix de Michael Douglas, excusez du peu), les graphismes font toujours leur effet malgré des textures certes pas de première bourre (ce n'est qu'une xbouse après tout) même si on pouvait s'attendre à mieux pour un moteur Unreal.

La musique bien qu'en progrès n'est toujours pas digne du reste, hélas. En conclusion, il ne s'agit pas d'une banale suite syndicale mais d'un Bioshock sensiblement meilleur que le premier, plus abouti dans son rythme, sa narration, ses armes, ses pouvoirs. Un jeu d'action intelligent résolument au dessus de la mêlée.… Expand

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Iky009

May 1, 2015

9

You may have fallen slightly from the first, but BioShock 2 has plenty of emotion to captivate even the most critical. .

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Calebd2

Dec 20, 2014

9

Certainly the lesser of the three Bioshock titles, but this second release still delivers strong. It is impossible to not enjoy delving deeper into new areas of Rapture.

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HellzAssassin

Dec 2, 2014

8

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bioshock 2 is the half-baked sequel to the first Bioshock. I say "half-baked" because, well, it was half-baked.

Take a painting like the Mona Lisa, and then draw a mustache and top hat on it. Did ya make it better? No, of course not; and that's what Bioshock 2 is.

Bioshock 2 added some really cool stuff. You play as one of the prototype Big Daddies known as an "Alpha". However, you, the player, are referred to as "Delta" for some reason. The setting takes place a couple of years after the first Bioshock, and also takes place in Rapture. There are some pretty cool weapons, plasmids, and mechanics. There were new enemies as well, such as the brute splicers, Alpha big daddies, and the Big Sisters. Now, while the Big Sisters were cool, they were pretty annoying. They would show up every time you interacted with too many little sisters, and even though they had much less armor than any of the big daddies did, they were the hardest to kill. They were quick, hard to hit, and screamed every five seconds. All of this takes the cool factor from the Big Sisters, and replaces it with "Oh good, this b**ch again."

The story was decent, but it wasn't very interesting. The entire game, you're looking for your daughter. When you find her, her mother tries to kill both of you. The mother figure (who's name I can't really recall) isn't a very interesting villain, and is just annoying. Near the end of the game, your daughter becomes a Big Sister, and you can summon her via a plasmid... which I found pretty lame. Not to mention, she would only stick around for like two minutes and then bounce. Another thing I should mention, is that the end of the game was also the best part of the game, but for bad reasons.

Reason number one: All of the final upgrades for your plasmids and weapons can only be obtained in the final moments of the game. This is bad, because the upgrades are awesome, but it's the final level of the game. That's like eating a pie, but only tasting the flavor of the pie in the last bite.

Reason number two: It's the end of the game! The game you've been playing through is almost over, and it's just starting to get good! I'm not saying the rest of the game wasn't good, but why on Earth are the final moments the best part?

Now, the online multiplayer was good. I had a lot of fun with that. Me and my buddies had some good times playing it. However, while the multiplayer was fun, it had very many things wrong with it. Things such as: Long waiting times, bad servers, lag issues, connection issues, and many ways for people to exploit the mechanics. This ultimately drove people away from it, which only caused even more connection issues.

Also, I should mention that the DLC for this game was better than the game itself. If you ever plan on getting this game, (or already have it), I highly recommend getting the "Minerva's Den" DLC. Minerva's Den was phenomenal, and (for me at least) made up for many of the flaws the main campaign had.

Over-all, I really enjoyed the game. It was a lot of fun, and the new weapons/enemies/mechanics were awesome. I can easily replay through the game, over and over again. But the story wasn't very compelling and the game itself felt too short.

Without the multiplayer and DLC, I would give this game a sturdy 6/10. But, with the multiplayer and DLC in consideration, I give it a decent 8/10. If you didn't like the first Bioshock, you probably wouldn't like this game. But, if you did enjoy the first game, then I recommend at least trying this game out.… Expand

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MattG_123

Dec 31, 2013

9

I think it's just as good as the first, except feels a bit too familiar. Everything has been improved but story, and a multiplayer has been added. If you liked the first, you'll like this one, if you didn't, you won't.

Bioshock 2 gets an 8.7/10

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twos

Nov 29, 2013

8

Don't get me wrong this was an excellent game, thrilling story, polished game-play, enthralling scenery and that same creepy shining-esque vibe of the original Bioshock. I gave the first game a 10, This game i have given an 8 largely based on 2 things. First the atmosphere of this game whilst staying true to the image of rapture never truly creeped me out or scared me, I felt that theDon't get me wrong this was an excellent game, thrilling story, polished game-play, enthralling scenery and that same creepy shining-esque vibe of the original Bioshock. I gave the first game a 10, This game i have given an 8 largely based on 2 things. First the atmosphere of this game whilst staying true to the image of rapture never truly creeped me out or scared me, I felt that the colour scheme and graphics were more stylized and though beautiful were lacking that same dark edge of the original. Second was the gameplay, it was slightly more polished but similar enough that it only served to point out the shortfall between this games end result and that of the first. In saying all this it was never going to be a good thing being destined to be compared to a game like Bioshock and this game is definitely still worth your time.… Expand

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peters554

Nov 11, 2013

10

I believe this game is well developed and I do agree that there are not as many twists and turns as the first but its story line is vary elaborate and entertaining.

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washingtonsousa

Oct 22, 2013

9

Adorei, jogo assustador o jogador fica tenso em todas as fases do game se uma porta bater no local que estiver jogando com certeza você vai levar um grande susto....Recomendo.

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lelefoxx00

Sep 24, 2013

10

Perfection yet again! They took an already amazing game and turned it into an amazing sequel with new characters, new enemies, and a whole new situation. You now get to see what it is like to be a big daddy and see what Rapture has now become. Not to mention and the new improvements they added to hacking! I could not have asked for a better sequel! It even adds a new version of the BigPerfection yet again! They took an already amazing game and turned it into an amazing sequel with new characters, new enemies, and a whole new situation. You now get to see what it is like to be a big daddy and see what Rapture has now become. Not to mention and the new improvements they added to hacking! I could not have asked for a better sequel! It even adds a new version of the Big Daddy known as the Big Sister and be ready because she will give you a run for your money!… Expand

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askewreviews

Aug 29, 2013

8

Rapture isn't quite as mysterious or intimidating the second time around, but the combat is hugely improved in Bioshock 2. If you enjoyed the first game for more than its story, you'll have fun with 2.

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Andreasg

Aug 22, 2013

8

Back in 2010 this game was received positively by critics and gamers alike. 3 years later this game still plays great, with amazing scenery graphics this game simply rocks. However being a sequel to the extremely successful Bioshock 1 comparison is unavoidable... And this is were bioshock 2 falls a bit short.. Simply put its predecessor is much better.. However Bioshock 2 is still anBack in 2010 this game was received positively by critics and gamers alike. 3 years later this game still plays great, with amazing scenery graphics this game simply rocks. However being a sequel to the extremely successful Bioshock 1 comparison is unavoidable... And this is were bioshock 2 falls a bit short.. Simply put its predecessor is much better.. However Bioshock 2 is still an amazing game and it has to be enjoyed by every gamer...… Expand

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sergiomach5

Aug 6, 2013

8

with the exception of the final run of the game it never gets out of its predecessors shadow, but on its own terms its still a great time that deserves a playthrough. Gameplay is improved in every way, even if the story is not as strong.

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Afatguy

Jul 16, 2013

8

Firstly; If you're expecting the beastiality of Biosock the First, then dont get your hopes up. However, this game is still a really good ride. The gameplay and graphics are better than Bioshock one. Overall a more fun game. But- and there's always a but- The storyline is not as good (so you get shot in the head, live, but the only way you can live forever is through Eleanor, I won't spoilFirstly; If you're expecting the beastiality of Biosock the First, then dont get your hopes up. However, this game is still a really good ride. The gameplay and graphics are better than Bioshock one. Overall a more fun game. But- and there's always a but- The storyline is not as good (so you get shot in the head, live, but the only way you can live forever is through Eleanor, I won't spoil it though), and there is way too much ammo lying around, and why no tommy gun Anyway, the guns are a bit OP, especally the drill, and there is not much interaction between Big Daddys (imagine how cool that would be). On a more positive note, the Big sister battles are really fun. Overall, pick this game up for a very enjoyable ride through the Rapturian Eutopia.… Expand

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Rem

Jul 10, 2013

8

Bioshock 2's biggest flaw isn't one of technical or story parts, but rather the feeling. If you played the first Bioshock, everything feels all too familiar. It is no longer as mysterious and as a result, the game loses some of its luster. However, I will say the game is a step up from the first in its design and gameplay. While not vastly improved, minor annoyances such as the hackingBioshock 2's biggest flaw isn't one of technical or story parts, but rather the feeling. If you played the first Bioshock, everything feels all too familiar. It is no longer as mysterious and as a result, the game loses some of its luster. However, I will say the game is a step up from the first in its design and gameplay. While not vastly improved, minor annoyances such as the hacking minigame has been simplified. I just wish I felt like a Big Daddy throughout the whole game. The story on the other hand, while not as shocking or engrossing, is more clearly told and is much tighter emotionally since there is a set goal from the beginning. The multiplayer of Bioshock 2 is good, but nothing we haven't seen before. In the end, Bioshock 2 does not surpass the original, but boy it sure is fun to play.… Expand

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Compi24

Jun 25, 2013

9

Its story may not be as complex as the game preceding it, but "Bioshock 2" sure does elevate nearly every gameplay element, making it a brilliantly worthy sequel.

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GamePro

100

Still, BioShock 2 not only re-captures the dystopian aesthetic, gripping narrative, and deep gameplay of Irrational's original, but it actually greatly improves on the BioShock experience as a whole, fine-tuning what made Jack's voyage to Rapture such a memorable experience two years ago.

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MS Xbox World

85

It's well over two year's since we first had the privilege to be submerged into the world of Rapture for the very first time. In contrast to the first outing, the sequel certainly delivers that same and unique feel with the combination of well thought out design and audio. It's not so much 'better' than the original, but provides enough twists and turns to keep us unadulterately submerged in this mesmerizing underwater (and demented) utopia.

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GameSpot

85

Rapture may not be as mysterious and intriguing this second time around, but it is nonetheless host to a powerful and moving tale that allows you to better realize--or pervert--Ryan's principles at your own discretion. Regardless of whether or not this is a return visit to paradise lost, there is plenty to be found here to make it a worthwhile, meaningful, and compelling one.

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