BioShock

BioShock

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Initial Release: Aug 21, 2007

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8.9

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13 hrs

Main Story

16 hrs

Story + Sides

24 hrs

Everything

15 hrs

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BioShock Review

9.7

EDITORS' CHOICE

amazing

BioShock stands as a monolithic example of the convergence of entertaining gameplay and an irresistibly sinister, engrossing storyline that encompasses a host of multifaceted characters. This is an essential gaming experience.

Summary

Bioshock is a first-person action RPG set in the late 1940s after World War II. Players find themselves trapped in a utopia gone wrong, and must genetically enhance themselves to survive.

Content Rating

Drug Reference, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Blood and Gore, Intense Violence

Developers

Publishers

2K Games, Feral Interactive

Franchises

Features

Custom Soundtrack, 16:9, 480p, 720p, Downloadable Content, Dolby Digital 5.1, EAX, Steam Deck Playable

Initial Release

Aug 21, 2007

Platforms

Genres

Horror, Shooter

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