BioShock Infinite

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1990 Ratings

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  1. nemix3d
    Sep 10, 2023
    8
    Artistic and action-packed throughout. It diverges from the original Bioshock formula, but still makes it somewhat familiar. Couple that with an amazing story. What else do you want?
  2. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Jun 21, 2023
    9
    "Infinite" is more of an equal to Bioshock than a sequel. It joins The Last of Us and Grand Theft Auto V as one of the best video games of 2013. The bright sky world of Columbia is a direct contrast to the dark underwater utopia of Rapture. But both games also parallel each other in many different ways. Like the original, the game is an artistic achievement that is also exceptionally"Infinite" is more of an equal to Bioshock than a sequel. It joins The Last of Us and Grand Theft Auto V as one of the best video games of 2013. The bright sky world of Columbia is a direct contrast to the dark underwater utopia of Rapture. But both games also parallel each other in many different ways. Like the original, the game is an artistic achievement that is also exceptionally entertaining. Fans of the first game will appreciate it the most. It's another masterpiece. I would rate this with a 9.4 out of 10.… Expand
  3. cchenders40
    May 31, 2023
    10
    This game actually blew my mind. If you thought the twists in the first two games were mind bending, this game will leave you with your mouth open. In fact the final scenes had me with my mouth on the floor. Let me give some positives.
    - Gunplay is solid. All the guns are fun and feel good to shoot.
    - Great movement. Fun movement mechanics with the sky hook. Game feels fast and you can get    This game actually blew my mind. If you thought the twists in the first two games were mind bending, this game will leave you with your mouth open. In fact the final scenes had me with my mouth on the floor. Let me give some positives.
    - Gunplay is solid. All the guns are fun and feel good to shoot.
    - Great movement. Fun movement mechanics with the sky hook. Game feels fast and you can get some crazy and epic kills.
    - Elizabeth and Booker are two amazing characters and their chemistry is so good!
    - the world is also amazing. Somehow I like the world building for Columbia more than Rapture! I did not expect that!
    - THE STORY OH MY WORD
    - Excellent twists and turns with great misdirects!
    - The game’s pacing and length were also perfect.
    - Varied objectives and quest design!

    I have no negatives for this game. A true masterpiece!    … Expand
  4. Jerg4n
    Apr 7, 2023
    10
    Infinite isn't just a sequel, it's an evolution. The absolutely gorgeous visual style in a brand new, yet still distinctly "Bioshock" feeling setting paired with reworked and more fast paced combat and an even more deep and philosophical story, make for an unforgettable experience.
  5. barbone3
    Aug 22, 2022
    9
    As a non fan of the series (never played the other games), this game came as a surprise, I played it for the story but it was really fun overall.
  6. Miguelbpaes
    Jun 16, 2022
    9
    Bioshock: Infinite é sensacional, do início ao fim. Com excelentes gráficos, ótima ambientação, jogabilidade responsiva e a química entre os personagens é memorável, Infinite é completo, por mais que depois descobrimos que seria bem diferente do que foi apresentado a nós. Aos fãs da franquia, ficarão maravilhados. Aos que nunca jogaram, joguem, não se arrependerão.
  7. 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
  8. jonnb123
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    One of the greatest games of all time. My favourite of the Bioshock games. I hope that one day another Bioshock is released.
  9. gentlebenno
    Jan 27, 2022
    9
    This has one of the most entertaining gameplay experiences of all time, with one of the worst overall plots in any game, period. Ken Levine clearly thinks he's a smart guy, way smarter than you. So smart he detonated his company and put his employees on the street right after they made this game and he hasn't made a thing since. Despite the stupid plot, I've replayed this game likeThis has one of the most entertaining gameplay experiences of all time, with one of the worst overall plots in any game, period. Ken Levine clearly thinks he's a smart guy, way smarter than you. So smart he detonated his company and put his employees on the street right after they made this game and he hasn't made a thing since. Despite the stupid plot, I've replayed this game like seven times. If only it had a plot / ending I cared about, it might have then been my favorite singular game of all time.… Expand
  10. TeransiC3338
    Oct 16, 2021
    8
    BioShock infinite is a very flawed game unlike the original bioshock which had some minor flaws but so many revolutionary aspects. Infinite is just like the original while trying to do something different it fails in its creativity ad originality. Infinite borrows many things form the original bioshock but fails to renovate them in its own way. The story is the strongest aspect but itsBioShock infinite is a very flawed game unlike the original bioshock which had some minor flaws but so many revolutionary aspects. Infinite is just like the original while trying to do something different it fails in its creativity ad originality. Infinite borrows many things form the original bioshock but fails to renovate them in its own way. The story is the strongest aspect but its told in a very unbalanced way. Infinite is still a must-play gaming experience and very enjoyable game but its linear level design and shallow mechanics might turn away some people from it.
    Columbia is a very detailed and gorgeous place and i can see the designers enjoyed designing it a lot back in the day and just like rapture it adds a whole new structure to the deep bioshock lore and world.    … Expand
  11. Camota190
    Sep 15, 2021
    10
    Perfect game! 10 out of 10! Elizabeth, Booker, Columbia... Except for Metal Gear Solid 3 and Silent Hill 2 no one game has produced - or will produce - is better than this.
  12. Dperks
    Jul 27, 2021
    8
    Bioshock Infinite is my least favorite of the Bioshock Trilogy. And that really comes down to the gameplay which I feel is a real step down from Bioshock 1 and 2. While 1 is pretty stiff in how it controls I still think the gameplay is more satisfying and I'm not a big fan of the change to only carrying 2 weapons in this game. Because I can only carry two weapons I didn't feel much need toBioshock Infinite is my least favorite of the Bioshock Trilogy. And that really comes down to the gameplay which I feel is a real step down from Bioshock 1 and 2. While 1 is pretty stiff in how it controls I still think the gameplay is more satisfying and I'm not a big fan of the change to only carrying 2 weapons in this game. Because I can only carry two weapons I didn't feel much need to upgrade a lot of the weapons seeing as who knows when I might get that gun back or how much Ill use it not to mention it doesn't really change the gun much other then it's stats basically. Which isn't as fun as in the other games where visually they'd change and you could get some more wacky upgrades potentially. And the weapons themselves feel more like your standard shooter afair no weird weapons like a drill or harpoon gun which is kind of disappointing. I'm also not a big fan of the vigor's which replaced the plasmids. Not only is there purpose in the narrative really not important or explained very much in the the main story but they also don't feel as memorable or useful in this game.

    The general flow of gameplay in general feels a lot more like every other shooter. What I mean is that in the first two games you'd explore rapture and the enemy's you faced weren't really looking for you all the time you'd sort of walk in on people and a times you could avoid them. In this one combat encounters happen in big rooms typically with a large group of enemy's waiting for you so the game is taking you along from one big enemy encounter to the next. Enemy types are fine for the most part but with out big daddies the game lacks an enemy with the same risk and reward system that they provided. And so instead they just have a few bigger and more bullet spongy enemy types. The handy man being my pick for the worst Bioshock enemy not only feeling kinda out of place to me but also being just really annoying to fight with there big size and tendency to get right in your face. This all connects with the setting and atmosphere which I'm personally just not as big a fan of. I do like the look and feel of the floating city of Colombia when your just walking around and seeing people live there lives. But it's just not as interesting as Raptures glorious city turned nightmare for me. Granted I am a big fan of horror and horror themed settings so that definitely plays a role.

    Now what I did really love was the story which kept me going through the game. While it's defiantly a departure from the other games focus on more "grounded" concepts and messages about capitalism and socialism. But the story while maybe a bit over complicated is really good. The character you play as Booker is an actual character who speaks and has his own opinions unlike the other games which makes him more interesting although it makes it harder for the player to actually feel like were in his shoes. Elizabeth is a great character and as an AI companion she's really helpful giving you salts, health and ammo all the time and only ever got in my way once. Although I feel part of that I felt was to compensate for the lost of being able to carry multiple health packs and eve syringes to replenish yourself at any time which is a change I'm also not a fan of.

    I know I've complained a lot in this writing but I do genuinely still think this game is good and worth playing. It's just when compared to it's predecessors I feel it made a lot of miss steps or steps backwards in a lot of departments. And that the game made some rather strange changes that I felt weren't necessary that resulted in the game play feeling a lot like every other game in the genera and so lost some of what was special. But what the game losses in gameplay it makes for most of it in it's story and characters.    … Expand
  13. mlnsn
    Jul 15, 2021
    9
    Gameplay : 8/10
    Design (video + audio) : 9/10
    Story : 10/10
    Technical aspects : 8/10
    Repeatability: 8/10
  14. Ackyduc
    May 27, 2021
    10
    I will be damned if this isn't the best game I've played in months. The story is one of the best I've experienced in ages, the setting is extremely unique and also great, the gameplay is also very entertaining. There is basically nothing wrong with this game. If you haven't played this game already, I highly recommend doing so
  15. Goronox
    Apr 29, 2021
    8
    While Bioshock Infinite is a solid game, it lacks so many great things. The Gameplay is so short and linear and does not want you to explore and the sandbox elements are really lackluster and useless you will find yourself using just one or two type of guns most of the Gameplay, but the story is great and the ending is way better that Bioshock 1 and 2's endings.
  16. Huddie99
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    This was the first game to make me go "WOW!" It was so clean, fresh concept for me & looked stunning.
  17. KaleSungurCrane
    Nov 20, 2020
    8
    OVERALL - 83%

    Gameplay - 8/10 Graphics (for time) - 9/10 Story - 7/10 Game Length - 8/10 Characters - 8/10 Level/Area Design - 9/10 Atmosphere - 9/10 Sound Effects - 7/10 Soundtrack - 8/10 Replay Value - 6/10 I think the aesthetic of this game is amazing, and the first hour of play of loved. The action however gets very repetitive and when I found out the amazing    OVERALL - 83%

    Gameplay - 8/10
    Graphics (for time) - 9/10
    Story - 7/10
    Game Length - 8/10
    Characters - 8/10
    Level/Area Design - 9/10
    Atmosphere - 9/10
    Sound Effects - 7/10
    Soundtrack - 8/10
    Replay Value - 6/10

    I think the aesthetic of this game is amazing, and the first hour of play of loved. The action however gets very repetitive and when I found out the amazing content/ideas that were taken out of the final cut and I was very disappointed. This game could have been one of the best. I preferred this to Bioshock 2, but its not on the same level as the original.    … Expand
  18. Daniel_N
    Oct 18, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good, good, good! A new chapter awaits for any Bio lovers, and instead of being in the water, you visit a new city up in the clouds, a place known as Columbia, located above the coast of Maine.

    Not my favorite Bioshock, but it is amazing and top-notch!    … Expand
  19. Mihail_
    Aug 29, 2020
    9
    Отличная игра .
    Из проблем только туповатый ии
  20. MatthewDavisMed
    Aug 1, 2020
    10
    BioShock Infinite is a breathtaking adventure filled with memorable character, fun and tense gameplay, and a fantastic story line that to me holds up very well. If this is the last in the series, then it's truly a fantastic end.
  21. Bestbakes
    Jul 31, 2020
    10
    The characters are great. The actors are great at conveying emotion. Gameplay is excellent and the story is compelling and interesting.
  22. SWFan523
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Smart, satirical, deep, and dark. Bioshock Infinite pushes the boundaries of what I thought was possibly in a game. It's genius and so much fun to play.
  23. Chempion1
    May 6, 2020
    8
    BioShock одна из моих любимых игр. Поэтому продолжения конечно ждал. И скажу честно BioShock 2 мои ожидания оправдал.
    Но вот вышел BioShock Infinite и...... Я не понял, зачем вообще игру BioShockом назвали?
    Я так думаю, Левин делал какую-то свою игру, но издатель сказал - "что бы поднять продажи прибавь в название слово BioShock". По тому, что (кто прошел игру поймет) вся связь с    BioShock одна из моих любимых игр. Поэтому продолжения конечно ждал. И скажу честно BioShock 2 мои ожидания оправдал.
    Но вот вышел BioShock Infinite и...... Я не понял, зачем вообще игру BioShockом назвали?
    Я так думаю, Левин делал какую-то свою игру, но издатель сказал - "что бы поднять продажи прибавь в название слово BioShock". По тому, что (кто прошел игру поймет) вся связь с предыдущими играми заключается в минутном эпизоде в конце игры. В котором героиня попадает каким-то чудом в "Восторг"! На мой взгляд, просто за уши притянули и всё, без этого эпизода игра бы ничего не потеряла. Потом на скорую руку слепили 2 длс в которых укрепили связь.
    Но теперь о самой игре. Игра в принципе очень хорошая.
    Геймплей на высоте.
    Все герои очень колоритные, хорошо прописаны и великолепно анимированы.
    Сюжет запутанный, честно с первого раза я его не понял, но ничего.
    Атмосфера на высоте.
    Но все это работает, на мой взгляд, если не ассоциировать игру напрямую с оригиналом.
    Ещё один косяк на консолях игра вышла вообще без локализации. Большой минус для меня.
    Это просто самостоятельная игра и понять её можно даже не проходя оригинала.    … Expand
  24. Brukaik
    Apr 3, 2020
    9
    Meu Deus, como esse jogo é bom! Fico extremamente feliz que vivi essa trilogia, jogando na sequência, sem saber qualquer spoiler. Assim, se encerra uma das melhores histórias já criadas. Claro que o jogo sofreu atrasos, muitos cortes, mas ao todo ficou uma experiência incrível e bem contada. Infelizmente, as DLCs são necessárias para se entender o tudo, mas elas também são ótimas. AcabeiMeu Deus, como esse jogo é bom! Fico extremamente feliz que vivi essa trilogia, jogando na sequência, sem saber qualquer spoiler. Assim, se encerra uma das melhores histórias já criadas. Claro que o jogo sofreu atrasos, muitos cortes, mas ao todo ficou uma experiência incrível e bem contada. Infelizmente, as DLCs são necessárias para se entender o tudo, mas elas também são ótimas. Acabei de jogar pela quarta vez em 2020 e só aumenta o meu carinho por essa história cheia de personagens tão marcantes.… Expand
  25. gddurruti
    Feb 5, 2020
    10
    Excelente juego, cautiva e intriga desde el primer minuto de juego, una obra maestra desde el guión y la actuación de los personajes, los escenarios son espectaculares, el final es uno de los mejores en la historia de los videojuegos. Asombroso.
  26. Speedie
    Sep 2, 2019
    8
    This was my first experience with Bioshock, and it was definitely a great one. For its time, the graphics and atmosphere were stunning, and it really enveloped me into the universe. Throughout the entire game, most things never got stale. There were consistent additions to abilities, new enemies being introduced in perfect increments, and a big arsenal expansion towards the later half ofThis was my first experience with Bioshock, and it was definitely a great one. For its time, the graphics and atmosphere were stunning, and it really enveloped me into the universe. Throughout the entire game, most things never got stale. There were consistent additions to abilities, new enemies being introduced in perfect increments, and a big arsenal expansion towards the later half of the game.

    The one thing that got boring to me in this game was the combat. Although new enemies with different weapons or abilities were added frequently, the way to combat them was pretty consistent. Even the toughest enemies in the game all seemed to be fought the same way. Luckily, the game gives you a way to switch up combat on your own, if you choose to challenge yourself. With the different weapons and abilities, there are many different ways to turn these stale fights into something new, if you wish. I would have preferred some more dynamic enemies, but at least you can fight the same enemies about eighty different ways.

    The story of this game is its strongest suit. When the combat began getting stale, and I would have to leave the game, thinking about the story would drag me right back. Every secret I found, every plot point that arose, I knew it was all connected somehow, but I just couldn't put the pieces together. Every single time I wasn't playing this game between the few days it took me to beat it, I spent thinking about the story and characters, and how it was all related. Everything comes together at a beautifully slow pace in this game, and that is what carries it into being such a great game.    … Expand
  27. Brub
    Aug 8, 2019
    9
    Bioshock infinite has the best gameplay, a amazing but not as good as the first story, tight as always soundtrack. The only thing holding this game from being a ten is the story does have some plot holes but I did not notice them until somebody told me about them so maybe you won't either.
  28. IvanPo4an
    May 27, 2019
    10
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    The best game I've played. Everything is beautiful here: graphics, do not get tired of killing enemies plot, gameplay, the main heroine ;)
  29. brendo214
    May 21, 2019
    9
    Never before have I had to pause and just take a good, long think following something that occured within a game.
  30. Karbeau
    Feb 9, 2019
    8
    Definitely a mixed bag when it comes to gameplay. On one hand, it's fun and satisfying to zap an enemy or trap them in a swarm of crows, it can get a bit repetitive. The lack of enemy variety (besides a few exceptions) brings down the whole experience and can make completing the game quite the chore. When it comes to the story, though, pretty on point. The ending sequence is a bitDefinitely a mixed bag when it comes to gameplay. On one hand, it's fun and satisfying to zap an enemy or trap them in a swarm of crows, it can get a bit repetitive. The lack of enemy variety (besides a few exceptions) brings down the whole experience and can make completing the game quite the chore. When it comes to the story, though, pretty on point. The ending sequence is a bit convoluted, but otherwise the plot leading up to that point as well as the twist are all fairly good. Overall, an amazing sequel to an amazing game.… Expand
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#2 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2013
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#3 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2013
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#8 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2013

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Universal acclaim - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. Gamers' Temple
    May 27, 2013
    98
    An instant classic that should be kept in a special place in every gamer's collection.
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  2. GameFocus
    May 11, 2013
    87
    BioShock Infinite is a sure-fire game-of-the-year candidate, and definitely one of the standout single-player games of this generation.
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  3. GameCritics
    Apr 19, 2013
    70
    Fuzzy-headed narrative and thematically irrelevant auxiliary mechanics make Infinite feel sloppy even when it's working. Combat increases in frequency and decreases in impact after the Hall of Heroes, so for most of its length the game sinks towards a deflated ending rather than rising towards a climax. However, that slow descent starts from a great height, so there is still much to value in Infinite even as it drowns in its own shortcomings.
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