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BioShock is a shooter unlike any other, loaded with unique weapons and tactics. Complete with an arsenal of revolvers, shotguns, and grenade launchers, players will be forced to genetically modify their DNA to become an even deadlier weapon.
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Blind SquirrelFeral Interactive (Mac)
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Reviews
The reviews are taken directly from Steam and divided by regions and I show you the best rated ones in the last 30 days.

Reviews on english:
Reviews
80%
23,948 reviews
19,360
4,588
0.5 hours played
Written 1 month and 1 day ago

This is a 9 year old single player game. Why do they need to install spyware? Are they worried about the cheaters in multiplayer? Game: 10/10 Eula: 0/10
9.7 hours played
Written 10 days ago

This game is one of the very best games of all time. the story and the gameplay are some of the best. And now its a shame that people are review bombing a game that is older than they are for "spyware" that doesn't exist. The game came out in 2007 and hasn't been updated since 2016 and the multiplayer shut down ages ago. If you are reading the reviews telling you this game is spyware or that any 2k or take two game is spyware, they aren't. Check out EpicNNG's and SomeOrdinaryGamers video about the new TakeTwo EULA. The EULA is just corporate thing so that they can cover all legal bases. If you are so worried about "spyware" please delete your steam account, your gmail account, your youtube, stop using any internet browser, and delete every social media account you have because they are "spying" on you more than any take two game is. I genuinely challenge anyone to show me where in the games files or code where the "spyware" is.
9.2 hours played
Written 21 days ago

spyware in the game and one that says 2k is not held liable if they have a data breach and they lose your info. they also lock out any use of mods if you want to alter the original. any 2k game is the same and at risk so dont bother buying any of them, raise the skull and crossbones on your ship and set sail if you want to play this game
22.0 hours played
Written 12 days ago

I absolutely love BioShock, I wish I could give this a positive review, but unfortunately hidden in the 2k terms is literal spyware, to the point that they are recording your browser history & personal messages. Also they if you launch the game, you automatically wave your arbitration right, changes like this should be illegal. Important information in the Terms of Service: • All information about you, including personal data (name, address, phone numbers, transactions, software used on the PC and other goodies, including porn that you watch), is collected and then leaked to potential advertisers • Banned for mods • Banned for cheats and exploits • Banned for VPN • Banned for virtual machines • Ads can be shown in games, as if it were a free mobile milking machine • You automatically refuse to file a lawsuit when you launch their games • And finally: they reserve the right to change this Agreement in whole or in part at any time. Frankly, steam should refund these purchases because I didn't sign up for purchasing a load of spyware. It's pretty sad to say that your information & data is probably safer if you got the game from less than legitimate sources rather than if you bought it legally, not a good look for the company at all.
17.8 hours played
Written 9 days ago

Stepping into BioShock Remastered is like donning a damp, vintage tuxedo and crash-landing at an underwater Gatsby party where everyone’s gone deliciously mad. Rapture, the art deco fever dream, is still dripping with charm, paranoia, and a surprising number of homicidal citizens who can’t seem to get enough of plasmid-powered fireworks. Would I kindly? Absolutely.
5.1 hours played
Written 10 days ago

I do Not agree to your new teams of service in which you believe you are entitled to use my personal information for free. I have already payed monies for the use of this software at a time before you choose to change your policy. So i will now be playing this game as it states if you do not agree to this policy do not play the game. So how about a refund you thieving Bass***** . As it stand all 2k games will be removed from my computer and none will be bought forthwith. You try to take my personal information and charge at the same time LOL . When you sell your company for $1.00 i hope which ever company has the misfortune to buy it, has better morals that yours.
14.2 hours played
Written 21 days ago

[b] Cool game with an amazing story and creepy atmosphere. [/b] But the remastered version started crashing for me after ~10 hours. [b] Save manually — never trust the autosave! [/b] I 100% recommend the game. As for the EULA nonsense — I honestly don’t care unless it messes with the game or how I play the game.
0.4 hours played
Written 1 month and 2 days ago

Take-Two and 2K games have updated all their games Terms of Service, turning this game as well as all of their other games into literal spyware. Important Info in Terms of Service: • Mods are a bannable offense • Display of Cheats/Exploits is bannable • Forced arbitration clause and a waiver of class action and jury trial rights for all users residing in the United States and any other territory other than Australia, Switzerland, The United Kingdom, or The Territories of The European Economic Area • You can be banned for using a VPN while connecting to online servers • Cannot access game content on a Virtual PC Collected Data Types: • Identifiers / Contact Information: Name, user name, gamertag, postal and email address, phone number, unique IDs, mobile device ID, platform ID, gaming service ID, advertising ID (IDFA, Android ID) and IP address • Protected Characteristics: Age and gender • Commercial Information: Purchase and usage history and preferences, including gameplay information • Billing Information: Payment information (credit / debit card information) and shipping address • Internet / Electronic Activity: Web / app browsing and gameplay information related to the Services; information about your online interaction(s) with the Services or our advertising; and details about the games and platforms you use and other information related to installed applications • Device and Usage Data: Device type, software and hardware details, language settings, browser type and version, operating system, and information about how users use and interact with the Services (e.g., content viewed, pages visited, clicks, scrolls) • Profile Inferences: Inferences made from your information and web activity to help create a personalized profile so we can identify goods and services that may be of interest • Audio / Visual Information: Account photos, images, and avatars, audio information via chat features and functionality, and gameplay recordings and video footage (such as when you participate in playtesting) • Sensitive Information: Precise location information (if you allow the Services to collect your location), account credentials (user name and password), and contents of communications via chat features and functionality
22.3 hours played
Written 8 days ago

Love this classic! Even in 2025 it holds as a great replay. Definitely worth the fun.
11.4 hours played
Written 19 days ago

Those greedy parasites are putting spywares in my game! Andrew Ryan was right all along.
10.2 hours played
Written 5 days ago

Very amazing fps game that I have never played before . The game is awesome with amazing story line and ton of map exploration. The game graphics are good but I think original one and remastered one look similar as I see in youtube videos but anyways it doesn't matter which one you play . The game is combination of horror and action which is pretty cool and the underwater exploration is fantastic. The weapon combat style and power ability (Phasmid) are just amazing and feels more interesting to make chaos and having fun in it . The game length is kind of medium ,not too long and not too short. The best thing I like in this game is chapter length, the devs make so much fun at making chapter that they make curious to players about exploring,solving puzzles,etc. Overall this game is really good and you can try this game it is totally amazing than I expected with story rich,exploration,characters,gameplay,etc . I will give rating to this game 9.7/10
1.1 hours played
Written 7 days ago

7.5 / 10 (Fully completed on Console) ---{ Graphics }--- ☐ Masterpiece ☐ Beautiful ☑ Good ☐ Decent ☐ Bad ---{ Gameplay }--- ☐ Masterpiece ☐ Amazing ☑ Good ☐ Decent ☐ Bad ---{ Story }--- ☐ Masterpiece ☑ Amazing ☐ Good ☐ Average ☐ Who cares ---{ Audio/Score }--- ☐ Masterpiece ☑ Amazing ☐ Good ☐ Decent ☐ Bad ---{ Difficulty }--- ☐ Dark Souls ☑ Difficult ☐ Decent brain usage ☐ Easy ☐ Extremely Easy ---{ Grind }--- ☐ You'll need a second life for grinding ☐ A large amount of grind/Lots of progression ☐ Healthy grind level ☑ Isn’t necessary to progress ☐ Nothing to Grind ---{ Game Time }--- ☐ Massive Game ☐ Long ☑ Average ☐ Short ☐ Very short ---{ Price }--- ☐ Must Buy ☑ Worth the price ☐ If it's on sale ☐ If it’s free ☐ Not recommended ---{ Bugs }--- ☑ Never had any bugs/Minimal ☐ Minor bugs ☐ Can get annoying ☐ Too many bugs ☐ Unbelievable amount of bugs
0.4 hours played
Written 14 days ago

EN \ RU WARNING - 2K GAMES Spying you Take-Two and 2K games have updated all their games Terms of Service, turning this game as well as all of their other games into literal spyware. including Borderlands, Bioshock, Mafia, Civilization, X-Com and others. Important information in the Terms of Service: • All information about you, including personal data (name, address, phone numbers, transactions, software used on the PC and other goodies, including porn that you watch), is collected and then leaked to potential advertisers • Banned for mods • Banned for cheats and exploits • Banned for VPN • Banned for virtual machines • Ads can be shown in games, as if it were a free mobile milking machine • You automatically refuse to file a lawsuit when you launch their games • And finally: they reserve the right to change this Agreement in whole or in part at any time See you in the green store, guys. RU\ ВНИМАНИЕ - 2K GAMES Шпионит за вами Take-Two и 2K games обновили лицензионные соглашения на все свои игры, включая бордерлендс, биошок, мафию, цивилизацию, икс ком и другие. Важная информация в Условиях обслуживания: • О вас собирается вся инфа, включая персональные данные (имя, адрес, телефонные номера, транзакции, используемое на пк по и прочие прелести, включая порно, которое вы смотрите), после чего сливается потенциальным рекламодателям • За моды бан • За читы и эксплойты бан • За впн бан • За виртуальную машину бан • В играх могут показывать рекламные ролики, будто это бесплатная мобильная доилка • Вы на автомате отказываетесь от подачи иска в суд при запуске их игр • И последнее: они оставляют за собой право изменять это Соглашение полностью или частично в любое время Увидимся в зелёном магазине, ребята.
30.9 hours played
Written 17 days ago

It's a classic for a reason - it's a great game. Fascinating world and story, excellent gameplay. More than holds it's own today and thoroughly recommended. Enjoy!
9.2 hours played
Written 28 days ago

the atmosphere is amazing and the gameplay is so smooth it doesn't even feel like an old game, aged extremely well.
1.0 hours played
Written 30 days ago

Take-Two and 2K games have updated all their games Terms of Service, turning this game as well as all of their other games into literal spyware. Important Info in Terms of Service: • Mods are a bannable offense • Display of Cheats/Exploits is bannable • Forced arbitration clause and a waiver of class action and jury trial rights for all users residing in the United States and any other territory other than Australia, Switzerland, The United Kingdom, or The Territories of The European Economic Area • You can be banned for using a VPN while connecting to online servers • Cannot access game content on a Virtual PC Collected Data Types: • Identifiers / Contact Information: Name, user name, gamertag, postal and email address, phone number, unique IDs, mobile device ID, platform ID, gaming service ID, advertising ID (IDFA, Android ID) and IP address • Protected Characteristics: Age and gender • Commercial Information: Purchase and usage history and preferences, including gameplay information • Billing Information: Payment information (credit / debit card information) and shipping address • Internet / Electronic Activity: Web / app browsing and gameplay information related to the Services; information about your online interaction(s) with the Services or our advertising; and details about the games and platforms you use and other information related to installed applications • Device and Usage Data: Device type, software and hardware details, language settings, browser type and version, operating system, and information about how users use and interact with the Services (e.g., content viewed, pages visited, clicks, scrolls) • Profile Inferences: Inferences made from your information and web activity to help create a personalized profile so we can identify goods and services that may be of interest • Audio / Visual Information: Account photos, images, and avatars, audio information via chat features and functionality, and gameplay recordings and video footage (such as when you participate in playtesting) • Sensitive Information: Precise location information (if you allow the Services to collect your location), account credentials (user name and password), and contents of communications via chat features and functionality.
0.9 hours played
Written 1 month and 2 days ago

Can't recommend the game with the changes to the ToS by 2K. Terrible company, I don't want spyware. This is copied from another review of the most important changes. Take-Two and 2K games have updated all their games Terms of Service, this extends beyond the Borderlands franchise. Important Info in Terms of Service: • Mods are a bannable offense • Display of Cheats/Exploits is bannable • Forced arbitration clause and a waiver of class action and jury trial rights for all users residing in the United States and any other territory other than Australia, Switzerland, The United Kingdom, or The Territories of The European Economic Area • You can be banned for using a VPN while connecting to online servers • Cannot access game content on a Virtual PC • Best for last, they reserve the right to modify this Agreement, in whole or in part, at any time Collected Data Types: • Identifiers / Contact Information: Name, user name, gamertag, postal and email address, phone number, unique IDs, mobile device ID, platform ID, gaming service ID, advertising ID (IDFA, Android ID) and IP address • Protected Characteristics: Age and gender • Commercial Information: Purchase and usage history and preferences, including gameplay information • Billing Information: Payment information (credit / debit card information) and shipping address • Internet / Electronic Activity: Web / app browsing and gameplay information related to the Services; information about your online interaction(s) with the Services or our advertising; and details about the games and platforms you use and other information related to installed applications • Device and Usage Data: Device type, software and hardware details, language settings, browser type and version, operating system, and information about how users use and interact with the Services (e.g., content viewed, pages visited, clicks, scrolls) • Profile Inferences: Inferences made from your information and web activity to help create a personalized profile so we can identify goods and services that may be of interest • Audio / Visual Information: Account photos, images, and avatars, audio information via chat features and functionality, and gameplay recordings and video footage (such as when you participate in playtesting) • Sensitive Information: Precise location information (if you allow the Services to collect your location), account credentials (user name and password), and contents of communications via chat features and functionality.
16.4 hours played
Written 13 days ago

Great game. Superb Atmosphere. Still holds up.
21.5 hours played
Written 1 month and 2 days ago

really really good game but it might as well be malware with the tos
42.5 hours played
Written 12 days ago

Sometimes you play a game from like 10 or 15 years ago and then you tell yourself: "what the fuck have happend to game industry since then". Bioshock is a good example of that game!
24.0 hours played
Written 12 days ago

It's a nice FPS + RPG game. I really enjoy searching around the city and never get bored of exploration since there are many things hidden in the shadow waiting me to reveal it.
27.2 hours played
Written 17 days ago

BioShock Remastered is a beautifully polished return to the underwater dystopia of Rapture, breathing new life into one of gaming’s most influential narratives. It’s not just a facelift—it’s a reminder of why the original still captivates players with its haunting atmosphere, gripping story, and innovative gameplay. The remaster significantly upgrades textures, lighting, and character models, bringing Rapture’s eerie, art deco world into sharper focus without losing its dark, claustrophobic charm. Flickering neon signs, rain-streaked windows, and decaying grandeur feel more immersive, making exploration a visceral experience. The core gameplay remains a perfect blend of first-person shooter action and RPG elements, with strategic use of Plasmids (supernatural powers) and a variety of weapons to dispatch the twisted denizens of Rapture. The atmosphere of suspense, combined with resource management and hacking mini-games, keeps tension high. Combat feels tight and responsive, and the AI presents satisfying challenges without becoming frustrating. The remaster preserves all of this while smoothing out some rough edges, making it feel fresh without losing the original’s identity. BioShock’s narrative remains a landmark in video game storytelling, delving into themes of free will, objectivism, and human nature. The twist remains as impactful as ever, and the world-building through audio logs and environmental storytelling is exemplary. The remaster includes all DLC content and adds subtle quality-of-life improvements, such as enhanced textures and widescreen support. It’s a faithful update that respects the original’s legacy while making it accessible for a new generation. Pros: -Gorgeous visual overhaul that enhances atmosphere -Timeless and engaging gameplay mechanics -Deep, thought-provoking story and world-building -Includes all DLC and runs smoothly on modern systems -Maintains original’s balance of horror, action, and RPG elements Cons: -Gameplay may feel dated for players used to modern shooters -Some minor bugs from the original persist -Limited innovation beyond graphical upgrades BioShock Remastered is an essential revisit for fans and newcomers alike—a perfect balance of nostalgia and modernization. It’s a haunting, beautifully crafted world with one of the most memorable stories in gaming history. If you’ve never experienced Rapture, this is the definitive way to dive in. Rating: 8/10
4.7 hours played
Written 28 days ago

Warning! 2k Games are spyware from now on, they made a EULA change that allows them to scan your pc and even your browser data. If you don't want all your data to leak online, DO NOT download this game. Take-Two and 2K games have updated all their games Terms of Service, turning this game as well as all of their other games into literal spyware. Important Info in Terms of Service: • Mods are a bannable offense • Display of Cheats/Exploits is bannable • Forced arbitration clause and a waiver of class action and jury trial rights for all users residing in the United States and any other territory other than Australia, Switzerland, The United Kingdom, or The Territories of The European Economic Area • You can be banned for using a VPN while connecting to online servers • Cannot access game content on a Virtual PC Collected Data Types: • Identifiers / Contact Information: Name, user name, gamertag, postal and email address, phone number, unique IDs, mobile device ID, platform ID, gaming service ID, advertising ID (IDFA, Android ID) and IP address • Protected Characteristics: Age and gender • Commercial Information: Purchase and usage history and preferences, including gameplay information • Billing Information: Payment information (credit / debit card information) and shipping address • Internet / Electronic Activity: Web / app browsing and gameplay information related to the Services; information about your online interaction(s) with the Services or our advertising; and details about the games and platforms you use and other information related to installed applications • Device and Usage Data: Device type, software and hardware details, language settings, browser type and version, operating system, and information about how users use and interact with the Services (e.g., content viewed, pages visited, clicks, scrolls) • Profile Inferences: Inferences made from your information and web activity to help create a personalized profile so we can identify goods and services that may be of interest • Audio / Visual Information: Account photos, images, and avatars, audio information via chat features and functionality, and gameplay recordings and video footage (such as when you participate in playtesting) • Sensitive Information: Precise location information (if you allow the Services to collect your location), account credentials (user name and password), and contents of communications via chat features and functionality.
3.5 hours played
Written 1 month and 2 days ago

doesnt work . tried everything 2 is fine, this is just disinterested drivel . the original bioshock , non remastered works. which is a bit silly . On neither of my laptops remastered 1 works.
3.0 hours played
Written 4 days ago

It crashes before being able to enter the second level. It appears it has been this way since release 8 years ago. Really sad because I was really looking forward to playing this game.
10.4 hours played
Written 5 days ago

3/5 Played this way too late - I remember trying to play it as a teenager on the Xbox 360 and not getting into it. Playing it now, honestly, felt like a chore at times. The gameplay was a little janky, and the audio was messed up on the remaster (and non-functional in the original release, now). The missions were at times a bit of a drag, particularly the fetch quest ones. That said, the game has a few things going for it, and I can see why it made an impact on gaming (nearly 20 years ago now lol). The atmosphere and world building was very good, and some of the characters were very memorable. Not all though. The gameplay itself was my main issue - janky. Reloading, seeing the animation complete, then switching weapons, making the first weapon unreload was often happening, particularly in Big Daddy fights. Those fights however were my favourite moments. In the early game, going up against a Big Daddy was a considerable threat, and I often ate through all of my health and ammo to bring one down. In the later game, when you're fully powered, it's still tough going toe-to-toe with them, but much easier now you have options (upgraded powers, more weapon options). And just as I thought I was getting bored and looking forward to completing this, the game had an ending that elevated it, ending on a high note with a fun boss fight and suprisingly moving cut-scene that I hadn't spoiled for myself. Won't replay but will remember somewhat fondly.
15.6 hours played
Written 6 days ago

A classic that still holds perfectly well even today! Rich story, a great mix between action - horror and many weapons and powers to use. A lot of people complain about crashes and bugs, but from my experience, I had zero problems.
12.2 hours played
Written 7 days ago

>Do you ... NO! since I can't use the product I payed for unless I grant it the right to fondle my genitals and sue me after, if I didn't praise it enough for violating my rights
13.3 hours played
Written 7 days ago

Completely unplayable game. There are many terrible issues with screen resolution and input.
9.1 hours played
Written 7 days ago

It's good. Story feels meh until like the very end. Gameplay was good, but the hacking pipe puzzles are way to prevalent in conjunction with bullet sponge enemy design drags the pacing down a lot later on. Just started speedrunning towards the end. The vibe and world is really cool though. A nice 7.8/10
33.1 hours played
Written 8 days ago

Little sister proving grounds bug is still in game, and is still able to completely softlock unless you roll back to a previous manual save. I tried rolling back to my last save (which was 6 hours of gameplay ago), and got the same bug again. This is the final mission in the game, and can completely stonewall your progress. That being said, the first half of the game is the only part that's actually fleshed out. I havent played this game since it first came out, and I remember loving it so fondly back then, but being older and more mature, can definitely see the pains of crunch and budgets once your past the peak in the story. After that, everything just falls flat. The little nuances are gone, the story beats are single notes, and there's no more environmental storytelling; Just go here and do the thing and move on, rinse and repeat until finished. If you've gotten to Andrew Ryan's office, take that as your win and stop. There really is no point in continuing after that, because chances are, you wont be able to beat the game anyways with this 20 year old bug still in this game since launch, both the original and the remaster.
9.2 hours played
Written 8 days ago

Even if its an old 3A game i have the feeling that im playing an indie FPS game, the attention to detail on some things is what i like the most, recommended.
18.7 hours played
Written 9 days ago

I still vividly remember going to gamestop with my parents 2 days before my 12th birthday. I knew I was getting an Xbox-360 and I had $20 of my own money to spend on a game to get with it. I looked at the shelf for about ten minutes before I grabbed Bioshock. I had seen something about it in a gamespot magazine and it was $19.9. I went home with my xbox 360 Arcade (with a whopping 256mb of Internal storage) and a little game that would change my perception of video games forever. Up until that point the most dramatic game story I'd ever fully experienced was Halo 2 and Resident Evil 4. I fully expected this to just be a game I would play until after my birthday and I could get COD:4 to play with my friends. I booted up the game once I got home. The sun was just going down and my room was starting to get dark by the time I got the Xbox all hooked up and created my account. I had no idea what I was in for after swimming over to that lighthouse. I had never been more scared or excited for that Submarine door to open to the horrors that awaited my about to be 12 year old self. I couldn't pull myself away. I finished the game in a few weeks time (Summer Vacation) Replayed it within a year, and after that gave it to a friend who hadn't played it. Just so he could experience this masterpiece. I OBEYED ALL HIS COMMANDMENTS
26.8 hours played
Written 10 days ago

⚠️ SPOILERS BELOW ⚠️⚠️ SPOILERS BELOW ⚠️⚠️ SPOILERS BELOW ⚠️⚠️ SPOILERS BELOW ⚠️ (BioShock as Theological Allegory: The Fall and Redemption of Man) BioShock is more than a dystopian shooter—it's a profoundly allegorical narrative reflecting Christian themes of the Fall, Redemption, and Spiritual Rebirth. The Descent: The protagonist, Jack, the Christ figure, literally falls from the sky (Heaven) into the ocean (Hell), echoing Jonah's descent. His entry into the bathysphere is a symbolic baptism, initiating his redemptive mission. The City of Rapture = Hell: Rapture is a fallen paradise, a twisted echo of Eden, now submerged and corrupted. Its glowing vending machines, especially Gatherer's Garden, parody Eden: where instead of fruit offering knowledge, mankind now plucks Plasmids; these powers that corrupt rather than enlighten. EVE as Eve: To wield these Plasmids, Jack injects EVE, named after the first woman in Genesis (etymologically meaning "LIFE". But this is no helpmate; it’s a perversion of God’s original creation—Eve as temptation, consumed intravenously, highlighting humanity’s attempt to seize godlike power apart from grace. Splicers as the Demon-Possessed: The city is filled with Splicers—once-human, now consumed by ADAM (which etymologically means "Humanity".) They are the damned and driven mad by their idols, begging for God to save them only realizing now that it is too late, they have already been cut off from him. The Antichrist (Andrew Ryan): Jack confronts Andrew Ryan, the city’s architect, who built Rapture on the rejection of God—"No gods or kings, only man." This mirrors the Tower of Babel parable, in which man tries to make a name for himself, instead of working within sub-creation for God alone. His ideology is the gospel of the serpent in Eden: "You shall be like God." In killing him, Jack symbolically destroys the Antichrist figure, which is one who opposes God while claiming supreme authority. The Judas Figure (Fontaine): Fontaine, masquerading as a savior, is Judas—he exploits Jack’s identity, manipulates him with the false hospitality of "Would you kindly?" then turns on him. His betrayal is cold, calculated, and complete. The Martyr (Dr. Langford): Like Stephen, the first Christian martyr, Dr. Langford is killed for her attempt to bring healing and life to the broken world. Her death testifies to the cost of redemption within a fallen system. Big Daddies as Priests: These lumbering guardians resemble neutral priests, they protect the "flock" (Little Sisters), but their vision is clouded. They cannot recognize Jack as a savior, but won't attack until provoked. Their neutrality ends only when their ward is endangered, reflecting the fallen clergy who do not yet see clearly through the fog of sin. Jack as Christ: In rescuing the Little Sisters, Jack heals them of ADAM, BioShock’s stand-in for original sin. He does not consume their ADAM for power (as the player is tempted to do), but blesses them, laying hands on them in an act of grace and spiritual cleansing. This mirrors Christ bearing our sins, and healing through sacrifice rather than force. Dr. Tenenbaum as Paul: Tenenbaum, once a moral enemy, experiences a radical conversion. Like Paul, who once persecuted the Church, she becomes a guide for Jack’s redemptive mission, and showing the way to restore what was lost. She becomes the apostle to the Little Sisters, caring for them after their "salvation," and until Jack can rapture them from rapture. Tenenbaum etymologically means "Christmas Tree" which also brings in the mythos of St. Nick, a church patristic who was canonized for giving dowry to poor women who weren't able to marry otherwise. Why play BioShock? Because beneath its chilling aesthetics and gripping gameplay lies a deeply symbolic tale of sin, grace, and redemption. It challenges players with moral choices that carry theological weight. Through stunning metaphor, it retells the gospel in a world where man has tried to become God—and failed. To play BioShock is to walk through a shattered Eden, confront the darkness of man’s pride, and participate in a powerful narrative of sacrificial love, restoration, and spiritual vision. It is not just a story, it is a parable, calling the player to consider what it truly means to be human, and what it costs to save a soul.
11.4 hours played
Written 11 days ago

Amazing story and gameplay
24.2 hours played
Written 11 days ago

One of the few 10/10 games, atmosphere and story are on point, still holds up to this day. Just a fabulous game.
32.6 hours played
Written 11 days ago

I absolutely adored this game, everything from graphics to especially the story, the characters. the setting and the narrative was flawless and amazing. However, the stability of the game is horrendous. It crashes SOOO much. At first a mod that I had installed to overhaul the graphics was the issue and made the game crash every time I loaded a new level, then I uninstalled it and everything went smoothly. This let me to finished the game and then I decided to 100% it which required another playthrough. Half way through that playthrough, the game just decided that I'm not worthy enough to save my game so it started crashing whenever I saved. By this time I've had spent so much time fixing the damn game that I just called it then and there. Super fun and amazing game, but play the original instead of the remastered, the achievements are not worth it and it's not a remaster at all.
23.0 hours played
Written 11 days ago

One of the best games ever made, now with remastered visuals and some bonus extras. Choose Rapture!
11.2 hours played
Written 14 days ago

Sick atmosphere and really naturally engaging and dynamic game-play loop. I'm impressed with just how many interconnecting systems there are and how well they all work together.
10.9 hours played
Written 15 days ago

By far the best bioshock game ever made. It was absolutely horrifying, and my heart was beating fast the entire time. Lots of fun, and the story was a 10/10. The ending boss fight could've been done a bit better, as I felt it was way too easy, but the rest of the game is a 10/10. This game was genre defining, and many games have followed suit, but none are as good as this game.
13.9 hours played
Written 15 days ago

The story is amazing, every element of game play felt properly cooked.
17.5 hours played
Written 15 days ago

A little dated on certain levels -The Gunplay does not feel very good aside from Crossbow and wrench. The sounds lack punch. -The machine gun sucks from the jump and does not get better with upgrades. The story is where it's at for this game. 7/10
1.1 hours played
Written 15 days ago

I played BioShock 2 and BioShock Infinite when I was much younger and don't remember much about those games, aside from the fact that I beat them both, and if I recall correctly, I enjoyed them quite a bit. I don't know how they would hold up nowadays, and was probably too young to really understand the depth of the story in either of them, but I never played the original and thought I'd finally give it a chance after all of these years. I made it just a bit over an hour into this game and I can already tell that it just isn't for me. Honestly, this game feels really bad. The gunplay does not feel impactful whatsoever. The guns themselves are modeled poorly and look ugly. The enemy AI is all over the place. The sound design is bad. The movement feels atrocious. The hacking mini game where you have to twist a bunch of pipes around is one of the worst things I have ever seen in a video game in my entire life. The fact that you cannot dual wield your plasmids is just awful. Maybe if I played this game almost 20 years ago when it came out back in 2007, I'd be more forgiving of it, but my oh my does this game feel old, and NOT in a good way. When I think about FPS games from 2007, I think about Call of Duty 4, I think about Halo 3, and I think about Crysis. Those games are all dated in their own ways, sure, but they've aged like a fine wine. You can still go back and play those games, appreciate them for what they were, and have some fun with them, even to this day. This game, on the other hand, honestly feels kind of like aged gym clothes left in a bag for 20 years, until they are crusty and stinky. I wish I could recommend this, but I can't. Regardless of however good people say the game's story or its themes are, regardless of how immersive people say the game's setting is, none of that matters when the FPS gameplay just isn't satisfying at all.
0.1 hours played
Written 15 days ago

Such a classic game! The remaster makes the visual a bit more clear. But there's something about the original and the way it kinda looks aged that adds to the feeling. Still, you can't go wrong with Bioshock!
15.7 hours played
Written 16 days ago

Amazing story and game play. PC port of remastered edition crashes all the time tho so beware smh
51.2 hours played
Written 16 days ago

We love a classic, i played this pirated so many times as a kid and i now keep coming back to enjoy it time and time again as a young adult. It was even aproved by my old folks, who kept watching the story unfold from over my shoulder. One of those games you 100% without really thinking about it, and a must play for new gamers.
9.8 hours played
Written 17 days ago

this is the best video game ever, i love killing drug addicts, harvesting children for their organs, and killing CEOs because yeah
3.7 hours played
Written 17 days ago

Its buggy still love the game but its annoying when i forget to get the little sisters
39.3 hours played
Written 17 days ago

To me this is like a streamlined Deus Ex (2000), but the game is set in an underwater city with a art deco style. (The game is not cyberpunk, and does not include a hodgepodge of conspiracy theories)
39.7 hours played
Written 19 days ago

Great game, the gameplay is 10/10, the story is pretty good, and the visuals are top notch, my only problem is that the twist with atlas being evil was pretty predictable, and that the 2nd half after the twist is not as good as the 1st half, mostly because the 2nd half does not introduce any new weapons or emeny types, but even the the 2nd half is still good, over all great game, 9/10