BioShock

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  1. Broyax
    Apr 11, 2017
    8
    C'est le bordel à l'asile de fous et on vous envoyé nettoyer, car la merde vole très bas dans cette ville sous pression... Certes très bourrin, le Bioshock, mais du bon côté bourrin : les combats sont d'une rare férocité, une férocité que je n'avais pas vue depuis... le premier Quake ! et c'est un grand compliment. Féroce, sauvage donc mais parfois un peu confus, les armes et les pouvoirsC'est le bordel à l'asile de fous et on vous envoyé nettoyer, car la merde vole très bas dans cette ville sous pression... Certes très bourrin, le Bioshock, mais du bon côté bourrin : les combats sont d'une rare férocité, une férocité que je n'avais pas vue depuis... le premier Quake ! et c'est un grand compliment. Féroce, sauvage donc mais parfois un peu confus, les armes et les pouvoirs ne faisant pas dans la dentelle...

    Un peu de piratage de tourelles et de caméras via un mini-jeu à la con qu'on peut heureusement contourner assez vite par d'autres méthodes. A cet égard, le jeu offre toujours le choix au joueur, que ce soit dans les armes, les améliorations ou les fameux pouvoirs... on a même droit à deux fins (légèrement) différentes.

    Le jeu est toujours fluide et agréable à l'oeil, la maniabilité et l'interface sont excellentes, bref tout coule de source et tombe sous la main là où on l'attend. La carte est perfectible mais a le mérite d'être là et se révèle utile. Bien sûr, Bioshock abuse des allers et retours dans un environnement assez grand et se trâine un peu en longueur sur la fin.

    Quant à l'histoire, oui il y en a une (!), elle surprend sans faillir à certains moments-clés. Effets sonores très travaillés, doublage français irréprochable. On n'en dira pas autant de la musique absente ou dispensable ou même souvent désagréable quand elle se manifeste.

    A la fois jeu d'action et d'horreur, limite glauque et avec pas mal de cynisme, Bioshock est un choc ! pas vraiment un jeu "marrant", juste un voyage dans un tourbillon de folie !    … Expand
  2. JLontoh
    Jan 11, 2017
    10
    The Story is one of the best ever, The gameplay is great, The Graphics are awesome. This game have it all. But we got more than just that. The world! The setting, RAPTURE!! It's why you would come to this game ever ytime. One of the Best game ever made
  3. TheHumbleGamer
    Apr 16, 2017
    10
    This game has got just the right amount of creepiness to make it scary but just the right amount of features to make it truly fun to blast through enemies, The story in this game is incredible and has you wondering right till the very end. Rapture is a one of a kind environment for a game to take place and is up there with the rest of the great videogame worlds.
  4. siphus007
    Sep 8, 2018
    8
    Bioshock is intense, suspenseful, difficult, demanding, punishing, diversified, and enthralling. If I would have played it 10 years ago (and before Infinite), I would have been blown away. I would say that despite iconic characters, set pieces, and chapters that you'll probably never forget, there is an ultimate discomfort and tedium, especially in the middle/latter half that make thisBioshock is intense, suspenseful, difficult, demanding, punishing, diversified, and enthralling. If I would have played it 10 years ago (and before Infinite), I would have been blown away. I would say that despite iconic characters, set pieces, and chapters that you'll probably never forget, there is an ultimate discomfort and tedium, especially in the middle/latter half that make this game not entirely.... enjoyable.. to play.

    Gameplay options and customizations abound exceedingly, which is one of the most stunning things anout the game. Second, some characters and some of the absolute greatest philosophical game moments of all time make this worth playing. But man sometimes it's just painful. Perhaps because it never eases up and you never get to relax. And to top it off, despite a timeless moment near the end of the game, the final conclusion was remarkably anti-climactic and had me scratching my head rather than with my jaw wide open (Infinite). It's an excellent game and revolutionary for its time, so try it you may possibly love it.    … Expand
  5. Rafizans
    Aug 7, 2017
    10
    BioShock is unlike any game I've played before. Everything from the atmospheric nature of Rapture to it's eccentric yet intriguing characters still amazes today. The concept and story is very original and deviates from most games I've encountered in recent years, the graphics and art style captivate will you endlessly, sound is mesmerising, the gameplay is innovative... what more can IBioShock is unlike any game I've played before. Everything from the atmospheric nature of Rapture to it's eccentric yet intriguing characters still amazes today. The concept and story is very original and deviates from most games I've encountered in recent years, the graphics and art style captivate will you endlessly, sound is mesmerising, the gameplay is innovative... what more can I say. BioShock is simply a masterpiece, and proudly holds that title even a decade later since it's initial release in 2007. Because of this, it has become one of my favourite games of all time.… Expand
  6. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Jun 21, 2023
    9
    "Bioshock" is one of the greatest video games ever made. A first-person shooter that blends adventure and horror elements, it transcends the genre and elevates itself to an art form. This is the thinking man's action game. "Bioshock" explores the ideas of Ayn Rand and George Orwell in an intelligent, yet entertaining way. Only "Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty" rivals it when it comes"Bioshock" is one of the greatest video games ever made. A first-person shooter that blends adventure and horror elements, it transcends the genre and elevates itself to an art form. This is the thinking man's action game. "Bioshock" explores the ideas of Ayn Rand and George Orwell in an intelligent, yet entertaining way. Only "Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty" rivals it when it comes to thought provoking storytelling and mind blowing twists. Overall, it is a unique masterpiece. I would rate it with a 9.7 out of 10.… Expand
  7. anthonybobby
    Feb 17, 2021
    10
    People in the ''Negative'' reviews section who hated this game are just retarded. This game is good.
  8. Beater
    May 27, 2018
    10
    Una obra maestra inmortal, ninguno de sus sucesores logro superar su perfecto sistema de juego,su historia irrepetible ni sus innumerable detalle que lo hacen ser una obra maestra en todos los sentidos, uno de los pilares de shooter-rpg moderno ademas de ser uno de los primeros en serlo, sin palabras, excelentisima obra maestra aun a 11 años de su salida
  9. andrewcook4991
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    As good as it gets when we are talking abut story driven FIrst person shooters! Constant story twists left and right sheik delivering some of the best gameplay of its time. The atmosphere of this game is engulfing.
  10. superpyro296
    Jan 28, 2020
    9
    Even in 2019, this game is still really good. I think this is one of the more unique game i know. I really had fun in my playthrough, from beginning to end. The atmosphere is fantastic and you can approach combat in a lot of different ways. The only con is the hacking game who can get repetitive. Otherwise, I can easily recommend this game who deserves my 9/10 rating.
  11. Dperks
    Apr 15, 2021
    9
    Bioshock is a classic of the seventh generation of gaming and I believe it's game that most people into gaming should experience at least once. What the game does so well for starters is it's atmosphere and world building. The city of Rapture that it takes place in is so beautiful and it will draw you right and make you want to explore and learn more about it. Now while I did say the gameBioshock is a classic of the seventh generation of gaming and I believe it's game that most people into gaming should experience at least once. What the game does so well for starters is it's atmosphere and world building. The city of Rapture that it takes place in is so beautiful and it will draw you right and make you want to explore and learn more about it. Now while I did say the game is beautiful some textures and areas certainly show there age but the art style is where it shines and gives the game it's character. Along with that the music fits very well and give you this sense of wonder or terror at times. And the political commentary present in the game and it's critiques on capitalism is done wonderfully with out feeling like it's completely hitting you over the head with it. And the story telling present in the game along with it's environmental storytelling is also done fantastically. And not to give it away but the twist that comes a little over half way through the game is defiantly one of the best twists in gaming to this day.

    Now I could go on with praising the game and yeah I really love the game however revisiting it now I do see some issues present that feel the need to bring up, For starters the gunplay is quiet sluggish by todays standards and so trying to land accurate shots just feels awkward to control at times. Although I will say I do still enjoy using most of the guns in the game it's just that they don't feel fluent to control. The plasmids on the other hand while cool and many of them are fun to use a lot of them I found to be useless a lot of the time and just found myself using like 4 of them a majority of the game. A common complaint among players that I agree with is the two different endings and how one is objectively worse in both a narrative stand point and a gameplay standpoint because in the long run you will receive less rewards by the end so really what's the point of the evil path. And the final boss as everyone who has played knows is kind of dumb and doesn't really make sense but I can forgive these two blights on the game as they were apparently the only prerequisites from the publisher for the game so whatever. Overall the game is still fantastic and I would say a definite must play for most gamers out there.    … Expand
  12. FandomCritic
    Aug 17, 2018
    10
    I honestly haven't completely 'played' this game myself, because i'm a giant baby who can't stand jumpscares while playing by myself. But! I have played enough and watch my brother and others play it enough to know I absolutely love this game. Its graphics, the atmosphere, the characters, the designs of the city, even the damn music is lovely! I just adore how this game makes you feel andI honestly haven't completely 'played' this game myself, because i'm a giant baby who can't stand jumpscares while playing by myself. But! I have played enough and watch my brother and others play it enough to know I absolutely love this game. Its graphics, the atmosphere, the characters, the designs of the city, even the damn music is lovely! I just adore how this game makes you feel and immerses you into the story and area you play in. Not to mention the story and the setting are very refreshing and new. The city of Rapture is just amazing to explore and find out new clues and background info. You get to know the city and its people and how they decide into madness and corruption. And the characters are written pretty great and enjoyable to listen to. Don't get me started in Atlas's voice...I love it. But seriously this game is amazing and I definitely think the rating this game gets is totally true to what you get. Would recommend.… Expand
  13. Faxthtax
    Sep 22, 2018
    3
    This game have not stood the test of time well, even with the remaster. It is pretty dull to say at least. Bioshock Infinite was a great step up to the original but the first one lacks so much in terms of impression. The enemies are quite annoying, hard to dodge, and impossible to kill with a wrench alone without taking damage. Health, ammo and money is darn scarce so eventually you willThis game have not stood the test of time well, even with the remaster. It is pretty dull to say at least. Bioshock Infinite was a great step up to the original but the first one lacks so much in terms of impression. The enemies are quite annoying, hard to dodge, and impossible to kill with a wrench alone without taking damage. Health, ammo and money is darn scarce so eventually you will run out and die several times.
    I did not bother to play far in to it be fed up and just put it away. So i just did not understand the praise this game has really    … Expand
  14. TypicalGamer1
    Oct 5, 2018
    9
    This game is quite amazing to be honest, the atmosphere is very immersive and intense, the story is thought provoking, dark, and grim. The characters and dialogue are very well written, with very tense Quentin Tarantino-esque dialogue and writing, the gameplay is great as well but with some flaws, though linear, there is some exploration through the levels and moral choices in the game,This game is quite amazing to be honest, the atmosphere is very immersive and intense, the story is thought provoking, dark, and grim. The characters and dialogue are very well written, with very tense Quentin Tarantino-esque dialogue and writing, the gameplay is great as well but with some flaws, though linear, there is some exploration through the levels and moral choices in the game, plus there is an RPG-like upgrade system for your weapons, it's pretty deep and gives you freedom on what you want to upgrade, there are many ways to fight every battle, but the controls are a bit clunky as you have to switch between plasmids and weapons, speaking of plasmids, there are a variety of them from ones that freeze your enemies to ones that zap them, and the game is very long too, it took me around 15 hours to complete my first playthrough on Normal, so there is value for the dollar, if you are looking for a thought provoking, intense, and atmospheric adventure, then Bioshock is the game you're looking for, it is a masterpiece… Expand
  15. Daniel_N
    Oct 18, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bioshock is fun, creative, and very original, with fun gameplay and okay characters. An amazing plot twist with almost real, upsetting, and difficult choices.… Expand
  16. Raphaelon
    Sep 3, 2020
    10
    A mesmerizing game. Made to break the boundaries of regular videogame production.
  17. SolidSovereign
    Nov 24, 2019
    10
    A piece of art. Such a refreshing game in a world of the same. Absolutely everything about this game is astonishing from the political and dark story to the beautiful and ruined underwater city setting. The game-play is amazing offering lots of replay-ability options along with a choice ending forces the need to play it twice. I truly can't think of anything bad to say about this game.A piece of art. Such a refreshing game in a world of the same. Absolutely everything about this game is astonishing from the political and dark story to the beautiful and ruined underwater city setting. The game-play is amazing offering lots of replay-ability options along with a choice ending forces the need to play it twice. I truly can't think of anything bad to say about this game.

    Story 10/10
    Plot 10/10
    Graphics 9.5/10
    Setting 10/10
    Game-play 9.6/10
    Music/Sounds 9.5/10

    Overall 9.7/10 (A Sander Cohen Masterpiece!!)    … Expand
  18. BlueStark
    May 28, 2022
    9
    He jugado el Bioshock por primera vez en 2022 y puedo decir que mi experiencia ha sido muy positiva pero creo que el hype por el juego que me lo vendían como obra maestra ha pasado facturas Artísticamente es una delicia visual, incluso después de tantos años ya quisieran muchos juegos tener su personalidad y originalidad en el planteamiento.
    Cierto que la historia es algo dispersa pero aún    He jugado el Bioshock por primera vez en 2022 y puedo decir que mi experiencia ha sido muy positiva pero creo que el hype por el juego que me lo vendían como obra maestra ha pasado facturas Artísticamente es una delicia visual, incluso después de tantos años ya quisieran muchos juegos tener su personalidad y originalidad en el planteamiento.
    Cierto que la historia es algo dispersa pero aún así está bien narrada y ata casi todos los puntos con su universo.

    Dentro del Gameplay me ha parecido que ha envejecido realmente bien, con muchas posibilidades para enfrentar a tus enemigos y con recompensas a la exploración. Los plásmidos son geniales y dotan de un dinamismo al juego que aún juegos actuales no tienen.

    Donde Bioshock flojea es en algunas mecánicas.
    El minijuego de hackear corta y mucho el ritmo, siendo muchas veces injusto al ser aleatorio. La banda sonora apenas tiene algún tema que pase al recuerdo y la recta final es muy mala con un jefe final lo más insípido que he visto en años.    … Expand
  19. Brub
    Aug 8, 2019
    10
    Everything about this game from its atmosphere, music that would not normally be creepy but in this setting creepy, the combat, and the story is almost as good as it gets.
  20. iqjosue
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This is simply the best FPS of all time. 12 years later I can promise you will never play something as good and entertaining as this game. Masterpiece in each of every aspect! Do yourself a favor an play this thing if you have not done it yet!
  21. FYM
    Sep 16, 2019
    8
    This is a classic, and rightfully so. I just can't shake the feeling that the game should be a bit shorter. The first 60% of Bioshock is amazing, but it overstays its welcome a bit.
  22. Chempion1
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Эта игра меня заинтриговала тизерами ещё в журналах, году эдак в 2005.
    Когда она вышла в 2007, я её купил на PC, прошел и офигел. Какая же классная игра! За тем приобрел Xbox 360, купил на нем и растворился в ней ещё на долгие часы. На консоли, мне игра понравилась даже больше. Не знаю и лагов меньше, и управление мне понравилось больше на геймпаде. Так, что писать буду именно о Xbox 360    Эта игра меня заинтриговала тизерами ещё в журналах, году эдак в 2005.
    Когда она вышла в 2007, я её купил на PC, прошел и офигел. Какая же классная игра! За тем приобрел Xbox 360, купил на нем и растворился в ней ещё на долгие часы. На консоли, мне игра понравилась даже больше. Не знаю и лагов меньше, и управление мне понравилось больше на геймпаде. Так, что писать буду именно о Xbox 360 версии.
    Какой же классный геймплей в этой игре. Ничего подобного в других играх просто не было.
    Закрученный сюжет, который раскрывается по мере прохождения и держит до конца. Геймплей и сюжет не делятся, не надоедают друг без друга (привет Death Stranding и MGS5), идут вместе до самого финала.
    Мне понравилась тогда система прокачки, крафтинга (в последующих играх её серьёзно урезали), для шутеров, не РПГ, это было здорово!
    Ну и что мне нравится в крутых играх это конечно АТМОСФЕРА, она просто великолепна, на 2007 год подобного я в играх не видел!
    Я прошел её на двух платформах и недавно купил и прошел её на PS4, жаль совсем без локализации.
    В 2010 вышел сиквел (который многим, почему то, не понравился), на мой взгляд, просто идеальный сиквел. В котором было тех же щей погуще влей + новый сюжет, что ещё можно требовать от сиквела!
    Про Infinite говорить не буду. Игра мне понравилась меньше чем 1 и 2 части.
    В прочем игра жива и сейчас, советую пройти её всем кто не видел. При том, что она бесплатно раздаётся сейчас в PS Store!    … Expand
  23. Zway26
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    One of my favorite video games. The decorative arts and the shaping of Rapture really impress me.
  24. MsDoomnGloom
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    Truly one of my favorite games of all time and I played this game to death. Recently replayed it and found that my first impressions have not changed. Shooting mechanics and so on were nothing new, very much the same as everything other shooter out there. What sets it apart, the skills and how fun the mechanics can be with the variety of options you have to take down enemies. Havoc physicsTruly one of my favorite games of all time and I played this game to death. Recently replayed it and found that my first impressions have not changed. Shooting mechanics and so on were nothing new, very much the same as everything other shooter out there. What sets it apart, the skills and how fun the mechanics can be with the variety of options you have to take down enemies. Havoc physics are great. The story is also fun and entertaining! I love the graphics and the beauty of the environment. Truly a must play game.… Expand
  25. Arya977
    Dec 31, 2020
    9
    Gameplay..............Amazing
    Graphics................Great
    Story.......................Great
    Score.....................Good
  26. 0xFFFE
    May 31, 2020
    10
    Bioshock is one of if not the most beautiful games I've ever played and not just in the conventional sense. Every piece of this game is encompassed in atmosphere with a story that may be one of the best in video games. Rapture is a wonderful yet tragic backdrop to the gameplay, of which is on par with games like half life 2. There are so many ways to approach this game and (at least onBioshock is one of if not the most beautiful games I've ever played and not just in the conventional sense. Every piece of this game is encompassed in atmosphere with a story that may be one of the best in video games. Rapture is a wonderful yet tragic backdrop to the gameplay, of which is on par with games like half life 2. There are so many ways to approach this game and (at least on normal) I found that I could switch between them at a dime. From sneaking around with a wrench to freezing everyone in your path there are so many mechanic to explore. That said it is not perfect, aiming down sights is a bit of a mess and the camera item is not entirely balanced but overall it really holds its own.

    Overall Bioshock is a celebration of not just video games but all art. This is one for the history books.    … Expand
  27. ThatPSXBGamer
    Jun 19, 2020
    9
    This game is just great. Game play was amazing, and the story was great. Gun play in this game has aged pretty well, and is a blast. The atmosphere of this game is excellent, and the story had quite an unexpected twist. This game is great.
  28. Kio22
    Apr 15, 2023
    9
    Finally finished and played Bioshock 1 for the first time, The story and characters are all great. The levels have great atmosphere but could have been better designed to feel less repetitive. The combat in this game is super fun and satisfying, also the different powers and abilities give you tons of ways to playthrough things again and again. The hacking system in this game is perfect inFinally finished and played Bioshock 1 for the first time, The story and characters are all great. The levels have great atmosphere but could have been better designed to feel less repetitive. The combat in this game is super fun and satisfying, also the different powers and abilities give you tons of ways to playthrough things again and again. The hacking system in this game is perfect in my opinion it is actually fun and takes a little skill. The enemies do get slightly stale after a while and could have used maybe 2 more types of splicers and 1 more type of Big daddy. Overall it is a great game but I don't think it is perfect. This game needs a remake it would be amazing especially after seeing Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 4, and Dead space.… Expand
  29. Justareviewer21
    Jul 19, 2020
    7
    Really good and atmospheric game, but the gunplay is mediocre, and infinite is better
  30. AnAmazingGoose2
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    Incredible, after 13 years later and still a amazing game, the gunfight is fun, the graphisms still look good but the story is mind blowing, never an fps game blow my mind like this , bravo Irrational Games
  31. Bestbakes
    Jul 31, 2020
    10
    An amazing game. The story, characters and the setting are all unique and interesting. Gameplay is fast and satisfying. Only downside is the hacking minigames which really slows down gameplay and is more annoying than fun and engaging.
  32. storygamer
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    Bioshock is one of the best games released on the Xbox 360. Its clever and thrilling story is a blockbuster in comparison to many of the primitive and unimaginative shooter games released around the same time. A wonderful steam-punk mix between FPS and RPG. Must have!
  33. mhilger
    Aug 8, 2020
    10
    A absolute masterpiece. An amazing game and a must play for people who like story driven games.
  34. hhgbbjnk
    Oct 26, 2020
    10
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  35. Selle99
    Nov 4, 2020
    10
    I love this gameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
  36. KaleSungurCrane
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    OVERALL - 98%

    Gameplay - 7/10 Graphics (for time) - 8/10 Story - 10/10 Game Length - 7/10 Characters - 8/10 Level/Area Design - 9/10 Atmosphere - 10/10 Sound Effects - 9/10 Soundtrack - 9/10 Replay Value - 9/10 To this date there hasn't been a game that has created a better atmosphere and world than Bioshock. When Rapture is revealed, the world feels tangible and real. That    OVERALL - 98%

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

    To this date there hasn't been a game that has created a better atmosphere and world than Bioshock. When Rapture is revealed, the world feels tangible and real. That mixed with the amazing story and twists made my 2007 16 year old brain fall in love.    … Expand
  37. Y400bs
    Dec 22, 2020
    10
    Bioshok es un juego perfecto, la ambientación, los diseños, la narrativa y la historia
  38. Anatoliy_DeVile
    Dec 23, 2020
    7
    Страшно себе представить, казалось бы, еще вчера исследовал удивительный мрачный подводный город Восторг, рубился с большими папочками и с прочими неадекватными его обитателями. И это было действительно увлекательно, круто и атмосферно. Но как ни крути 13 лет уже отбрасывают густую тень морального устаревания. И если сюжет, как и прежде держит в напряжении, то механика боя, стрельбы,Страшно себе представить, казалось бы, еще вчера исследовал удивительный мрачный подводный город Восторг, рубился с большими папочками и с прочими неадекватными его обитателями. И это было действительно увлекательно, круто и атмосферно. Но как ни крути 13 лет уже отбрасывают густую тень морального устаревания. И если сюжет, как и прежде держит в напряжении, то механика боя, стрельбы, поведение вражеских неписей и прочее сопутствующее уже не выдерживает никакой критики. Хотя графоний в недавно отремастерированной версии вполне еще сносный. После Doom Eternal, конечно, сложновато воспринимать Bioshock серьезно. Но в общем и целом, фантазия разработчиков подкупает, ибо не каждая игра сегодня способна похвастаться таким разнообразным арсеналом не только оружия, но и вспомогательных навыков будь то атака полчищами пчел, заморозка, гипноз большого папочки и прочие интересности с удовольствием в той или иной степени растасканные со временем конкурентами по цеху. А взлом камер, роботов и сейфов мини-игрой в бодрого сантехника до сих пор вызывает бурю эмоций. Если резюмировать мой очередной заход в Восторг, скажу, что нынче Bioshock уже не способна безоговорочно захватить моё внимание и доставить неописуемое удовольствие от процесса как это было раньше, хотя я готов признать, что она до сих пор остается небанальной со своим характерным геймплеем и почерком. Вот бы замутить продолжение подводных приключений с прицелом на новые технологические возможности, то я вот такое дело бы ждал, ведь потенциал у франшизы огромный и он далеко еще не исчерпан.… Expand
  39. VanillaToad
    Dec 24, 2020
    10
    A true xbox classic, Bioshock is a Masterpiece in visual story-telling and art direction.
  40. Buboub47
    Dec 24, 2020
    9
    This game is nothing less than a masterpiece but why i gave it a 9? Well because the second time i played this game i was a little bit disappointed with the endings, they felt really rushed and unsatisfying. But other than that this game is one of the best games ever made alongside some other masterpieces like Halo CE and Half-life.
  41. Hayaow93
    Dec 26, 2020
    10
    Bioshock 1 is still a classic, and probably the best game of 2007. Bioshock showed games still can combine great story-telling with timeless visuals.
  42. UmberDie738
    Dec 26, 2020
    10
    BioShock was the next level in game industry, like HALO CE and Half-life and while it was released alongside two other masterpieces, BioShock felt more novel and fresh.
  43. TeransiC3338
    Oct 15, 2021
    10
    Bioshock is such a brilliant shooter, if you can even call it a shooter. There are so many gameplay elements that distinguish it from other shooters and the sandbox may not be as good as other classics the other gameplay elements certainly make up for it. The story, characters and especially voice acting are top notch and even the visuals look timeless and beautiful. I highly recommendBioshock is such a brilliant shooter, if you can even call it a shooter. There are so many gameplay elements that distinguish it from other shooters and the sandbox may not be as good as other classics the other gameplay elements certainly make up for it. The story, characters and especially voice acting are top notch and even the visuals look timeless and beautiful. I highly recommend playing this masterpiece to understand games as a formt of art.… Expand
  44. Shadowsky101
    Jan 22, 2021
    10
    Probably the best Shooter in my opinion. 100 times better then Cod. Bioshock is a very fun game.
  45. tokenburak0
    Feb 27, 2021
    10
    There is an intense paradox, you may be confused in the game, after doing a 5-minute research on the internet, is that how it is! people say. A light knowledge of quantum physics is required for you to understand the course of the story!
    When I see Elizabeth, the fat of people melts and I say just watch out.Elizabeth can be addictive: D
    But first of all, I never recommend you to play    There is an intense paradox, you may be confused in the game, after doing a 5-minute research on the internet, is that how it is! people say. A light knowledge of quantum physics is required for you to understand the course of the story!
    When I see Elizabeth, the fat of people melts and I say just watch out.Elizabeth can be addictive: D
    But first of all, I never recommend you to play this game because; If you are going to come here without playing the previous bioshock games and call this game aga, I recommend you to buy, play, not like it, do not make a bad review. Let me state this from the beginning! Let's come to the issue of weapon variety, you have a lot of alternative weapon options, should I sit down and buy that gun for half an hour? I thought. I should be awarded a gold medal for finishing at difficulty in 1999: D.
    Don't hesitate and play BUT! Please go play BioShock 1 and 2 first, please :)    … Expand
  46. Sarian263
    Mar 15, 2021
    9
    This is a very big classic that I can play over and over again. It has pretty much everything you would expect and it does not hold back in sucking you into the underwater city of Rapture. This game is so unique for its time and is truly special.

    The story of Bioshock is simple in concept, You play as someone whos plane crashes in the middle of the sea and following the light to a    This is a very big classic that I can play over and over again. It has pretty much everything you would expect and it does not hold back in sucking you into the underwater city of Rapture. This game is so unique for its time and is truly special.

    The story of Bioshock is simple in concept, You play as someone whos plane crashes in the middle of the sea and following the light to a lighthouse, decends into the underwater city of Rapture run by the ruler/bad guy Andrew Ryan. What follows is a epic story/quest to not only escape but help those who want out as well. I don't want to say anymore than that as this is a game you really need to experience first hand yourself. Audio diaries scattered throughout the world flesh out what the city USED to be like and adds a extra layer of depth to the story and game.

    Gameplay is also excellent in bioshock. It is a First Person Shooter, However what makes this unique is the special powers you can get in your arsenal or "Plasmids" as they are known in game. These powers allow you to do crazy things like shooting electricity at your foes or freeze them or use telekinesis to throw objects at them. You don't get all these powerups at first so as you progress you get stronger and stronger! To maximize your power and potential though you need to go after the big brutes knows as Big Daddies...These brutes are the hardest creatures to take down but if you can take them down and rescue or harvest the Little Sister (Which also detemines if you have the good ending or the bad ending) you get your ADAM (Currency) and get even more powerful. What makes this so clever is that if you want to go for the good ending, you dont get alot for it but you get the good ending, however if you want to make the game easier for yourself, you can go for the bad ending and get powerful BUT you will be bad in the process. It is the constant battle of good v evil which makes it just superb.

    Final thing to mention I think is the world of rapture itself. This city is very immersive, one of the most immersive worlds I have played in. The way the city is falling apart and parts where the water seeps into the environment is very well put together. Overall well designed and a BIG part of the game. It is almost as if the city itself is its own character.

    In conclusion, I think it is safe to say this is one of the all time greatest games that came out on the Xbox 360/PS3 era of consoles. There is a remaster which includes all 3 games in this series together in one bundle. If you have never played this game or series, I would say...Would You Kindly?    … Expand
  47. datoneguy246
    May 14, 2021
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game starts off as a perfect 10. It's interesting, original, and engaging. But for whatever reason at around 3/4 through the game (just after the Atlas plot-twist), the quality of the game performs a nosedive and quickly becomes incredibly bland. Vibrant and colorful environments are replaced with a series of grey bland corridors. The game stops creating new elaborations on its combat and instead just throws a bunch of enemies at you. The one interesting idea the game has in its final moments is turning you into a Big Daddy, which sounds so cool on paper, and yet they found a way to make it boring! The majority of the game is great, but its final stretch is enough to transform it into a mediocre experience for me.… Expand
  48. XXXD
    Sep 6, 2021
    10
    Este gran juego con una gran historia con una atmosfera poco común con tonos de los 70-80 con enemigos algo tétricos con una combate bastante original, Ahora lo malo.... Hay algunos momentos del juego especialmente cuando peleas con una Big Daddy que hay una caída de fps, este no siendo un problema mayor. Un giro dramático poco esperado con pequeños detalles hacen este juego uno de losEste gran juego con una gran historia con una atmosfera poco común con tonos de los 70-80 con enemigos algo tétricos con una combate bastante original, Ahora lo malo.... Hay algunos momentos del juego especialmente cuando peleas con una Big Daddy que hay una caída de fps, este no siendo un problema mayor. Un giro dramático poco esperado con pequeños detalles hacen este juego uno de los mejores del su genero.… Expand
  49. WPB
    Oct 13, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nanomachines, son. A quote from not this game.
    No this games good, big daddy is a monster boss battle. I enjoy slaughtering the little sisters instead of saving them, it's way funnier that way.    … Expand
  50. Jattaman
    Aug 29, 2022
    8
    Gran sparatutto in soggettiva: grafica e sonoro di alto livello, ottima giocabilità e un'atmosfera molto particolare, che richiama gli anni 50.
    Dinamiche varie e giusta longevità, alternanza di armi da fuoco e superpoteri molto interessante.
    Anche la trama è intrigante e ben studiata (cosa piuttosto rara nei giochi di questo genere).
  51. Godzilla2054
    Dec 23, 2022
    10
    This game was shocked by the opening it´ś gruesome, and besides, maybe Half-Life and Halo is the game where I want to dive deep into the franchise's lore.
    Gameplay: 9
    Story: 10
    World Building: 10
    Overall: 9.7
  52. Antilulz
    Feb 26, 2022
    5
    I never got the hype, and still do not to this day.

    Gameplay extremely repetitive and boring. Technical aspects were good but nothing special imo for the time it released. (Sound/Graphics) Even the story nothing too special imo. TBH I enjoyed the atmosphere from the exceptionally stellar world design the most. I remember getting so bored of it back in '08 I quit after an hour.    I never got the hype, and still do not to this day.

    Gameplay extremely repetitive and boring.
    Technical aspects were good but nothing special imo for the time it released. (Sound/Graphics)
    Even the story nothing too special imo.
    TBH I enjoyed the atmosphere from the exceptionally stellar world design the most.

    I remember getting so bored of it back in '08 I quit after an hour. Forced myself to play through it years later, and kind of wish I had used the time for some other activity/game.    … Expand
  53. Der_Sperling_
    Jan 21, 2022
    9
    Геймплей – один из самых лучших, что есть в одиночных играх. Стилистика и графика тоже просто замечательные, все локации отличаются, спутать их просто невозможно. Если говорить про сюжет, то тут интересна не только основная история, но и аудиозаписи, которые рассказывают, как жилось в "утопии". Единственный минус – немного затянута, под конец уже начала надоедать. Всё из-за того, чтоГеймплей – один из самых лучших, что есть в одиночных играх. Стилистика и графика тоже просто замечательные, все локации отличаются, спутать их просто невозможно. Если говорить про сюжет, то тут интересна не только основная история, но и аудиозаписи, которые рассказывают, как жилось в "утопии". Единственный минус – немного затянута, под конец уже начала надоедать. Всё из-за того, что квесты очень однообразные – собери N штук чего-то собери это в единое целое и убей босса.… Expand
  54. cchenders40
    Jul 23, 2022
    10
    An absolute masterpiece. I played it in 2022 for the first time and my word does it hold up. I miss the days where we got a lot of good high quality linear games that were only 10-15 hours long. This is a must play!
  55. neomoonsevin
    Jan 3, 2023
    2
    First time playing this and it looks horrible I hate the look of the graphics and I'm not much likeing anything else on this either
  56. Tomplexthis
    Jul 7, 2022
    9
    Dude? People who havent played this should, even if Bioshock 2 was bad, and Infinite was ok, the sort of soft horror this game gives off is what i loved, and it was extremely solid. Bioshock 1 is the best.

    Cool world, story, weapons, upgrades and mechanics. love the water.
  57. atyoukha
    Jul 26, 2022
    9
    Fantastic game! The story, the action, the characters, the environment, all so perfectly blended in together. It's near perfect! It's a game you want to play over and over again!
  58. murkamiao
    Jan 29, 2023
    8
    Lo gioco solo ora e si capisce benissimo che ha ispirato tutti i titoli, simili e non, usciti dopo di questo. Storia e idea incredibile, politicamente scorretta e sincera. Non metto 10 perché il combat system è invecchiato male e i combattimenti sono tutti più o meno uguali. Infatti, l'ho finito e mi ha entusiasmato molto non tanto per come si combatteva ma per la storia che si intricavaLo gioco solo ora e si capisce benissimo che ha ispirato tutti i titoli, simili e non, usciti dopo di questo. Storia e idea incredibile, politicamente scorretta e sincera. Non metto 10 perché il combat system è invecchiato male e i combattimenti sono tutti più o meno uguali. Infatti, l'ho finito e mi ha entusiasmato molto non tanto per come si combatteva ma per la storia che si intricava sempre più. Fight finale troppo facile e simile agli altri.… Expand
  59. Yojimbo2015
    Jun 27, 2023
    8
    A beautifully realised FPS set in an art deco undersea realm that developed in parallel to our own world. An interesting story, plenty of nice embellishments and an original weapons system make up for a slightly unsatisfying combat system that relies upon your "respawning" when you are killed, which makes enemies more a nuisance than a threat. Pretty to look at, atmospheric andA beautifully realised FPS set in an art deco undersea realm that developed in parallel to our own world. An interesting story, plenty of nice embellishments and an original weapons system make up for a slightly unsatisfying combat system that relies upon your "respawning" when you are killed, which makes enemies more a nuisance than a threat. Pretty to look at, atmospheric and surprisingly absorbing.… Expand
  60. farrrullll
    Jan 27, 2023
    8
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  61. JesseDillinger
    Feb 2, 2023
    9
    Played this for the first time 2 days ago. Started it and finished it in the same day. The game was amazing. The setting of Rapture is such a damn good place. You feel trapped yet it still looks amazing. The Big Daddies are creepy yet cool looking, the Little Sisters are creepy and saving them is creepy. The gameplay is pretty fun, nothing special but still good. The setting, story andPlayed this for the first time 2 days ago. Started it and finished it in the same day. The game was amazing. The setting of Rapture is such a damn good place. You feel trapped yet it still looks amazing. The Big Daddies are creepy yet cool looking, the Little Sisters are creepy and saving them is creepy. The gameplay is pretty fun, nothing special but still good. The setting, story and enemies are what make this game truly amazing.… Expand
  62. STACHWOKULSKI
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    One of the games you should point to when you want to prove to someone that game are an art form.For the first time in my life a game challenged me on an intellectual level when a game designer designs a game you dont ask questions you just play the game the designer wants and bioshock is the first game i have played that challenged that notion. Amazing work of art A MASTERPIECE
  63. Jerg4n
    Apr 7, 2023
    10
    Brilliant writing and worldbuilding paired with excellent gameplay and atmosphere. One of the best games of all time.
  64. LilBatSoup
    Feb 27, 2023
    10
    Me being a gears of war fan, I wanted to venture out and try more story games and this game is truly breathtaking. Very amazing game
  65. SirBaku
    Apr 2, 2023
    10
    BioShock is a game that will leave you feeling positively electrified.

    With its gripping storyline, immersive gameplay, and stunning visuals, it's no wonder this game has become a classic in the world of gaming.
  66. AntonEtan
    Apr 11, 2023
    9
    Pretty solid game. Just recently played it and I really like it. Good story, nice gameplay and overall a fun experience.
  67. Sampayo
    Jun 23, 2023
    9
    Goood. Un mundo acuático tan inmerso y distópico que te engancha a seguir jugando
  68. Bulba2555
    Jul 3, 2023
    10
    Guys, you need to play this. All this shooter. He is very good. I won't say anything about it, you just have to play it. Plus, it sells for pennies.
  69. luisda021298
    Jul 10, 2023
    10
    An artwork, its gameplay is a 9/10, the story is a 10/10, the atmosphere, the enemies, the music, everything. Bioshock is art, that's all.
  70. Dartza
    Aug 1, 2023
    10
    The pinnacle of RPG FPS games. A gripping story that doesn't shove the narrative in your face. The most important character in the game is the world, Rapture. The setting, tone, combat, and game systems work so well together and is the ultimate "shock like" title to date.
  71. fnenamg
    Sep 8, 2023
    9
    A well-made FPS game with a fantastic story. An experience of around 10 hours leaves a lasting impression as if it were 100 hours.
  72. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    9
    I played it when it was released, and it was just amazing. I had a lot of fun with this one.
  73. MRDUERUEM
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    Ein EPOs der seines gleichen sucht. Leider konnte keiner der Nachfolger jemals anknüpfen.
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#1 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2007
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#2 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2007
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#1 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2007

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Metascore
96

Universal acclaim - based on 88 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 88 out of 88
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 88
  3. Negative: 0 out of 88
  1. ActionTrip
    92
    In a nutshell, beyond any shadow of doubt, BioShock is an excellent single-player shooter experience. The undeniable quality of this title and its emphasis on true and not pseudo-mature storytelling and character development make it a must-have for every self-respecting gamer.
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  2. GameSpot
    90
    Its weak link is its unsatisfying no-skill-required combat, which might aim this one just over the head of the average Halo fan. But if you want to get a little fancy, there's a lot of fun to be had with some of the game's more indirect fighting methods. It builds an amazing atmosphere by using terrific graphics and sound to set a creepy mood. But BioShock's real strengths are as a compelling work of interactive fiction, and as a unique ride through a warped world with some great payoff built into its mysterious plot. If that description has you even the least bit interested, you won't be disappointed one bit.
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  3. GameDaily
    100
    The first-person shooter's great looking, has an engrossing storyline, a perfect balance of action and exploration and a totally customizable combat system that can be described as nothing less than video game rapture.
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