Can I play BioShock Infinite first?

To say much more about BioShock: Infinite would inevitably veer into spoiler territory, but for anyone who's been curious from afar and perhaps frightening by the sinister vibes of the first games should definitely pick up the collection and play Infinite first on Nintendo Switch.

Should I play BioShock or BioShock Infinite first?

While many believe that the optimal starting point is the first installment, newcomers to the series should instead turn their attention to the third game, BioShock Infinite.

Can I play BioShock Infinite before 1?

Do you need to play Bioshock 1 and 2 before playing Bioshock Infinite, though? The short answer is no. While there are some references to the first two games, Infinite takes place in a complete different setting with completely different characters.

Can I play BioShock Infinite before the others?

Yes. You can play any BioShock game without playing the others, though BioShock 2 will make more sense if you play the first one. Infinite is a completely different story, only thematically related to the original game.

Should I play Bioshock remastered before infinite?

If you plan on playing the DLC, Burial at Sea, then I would suggest you play at least the first Bioshock before playing the Infinite otherwise nothing is going to make sense and you're going to miss the really great connections that are in the two episodes.

Bring Us The Girl | BioShock: Infinite | Ep. 1 (Blind / First Playthrough)

In which order should I play BioShock?

How many hours is BioShock Infinite?

When focusing on the main objectives, BioShock Infinite is about 11½ Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 27½ Hours to obtain 100% completion.

Why BioShock 1 is better than Infinite?

Bioshock has a much deeper combat sandbox than Infinite, and it makes the gameplay more enjoyable even with the weaker mechanics. For one, Bioshock has a wider array of abilities, and though most players will find their favorite and stick to those, more options is better.

Are all 3 BioShock games connected?

2013's BioShock Infinite took players to the flying city of Columbia, leaving behind the underwater city of Rapture seen in BioShock 1 and 2. However, a major confrontation at the end of Infinite ends with a brief trip to Rapture, revealing that every BioShock game so far takes place in parallel universes.

Why is BioShock Infinite so good?

On the other hand, Infinite has a legitimate story, complete with dimensional characters, character arcs, relationship building, and tons of interesting story beats, including Elizabeth's brainwashing and time traveling. The script is much bigger, and it shows. It's far more intricate—and, yes, better—than BioShock's.

Does BioShock Infinite include BioShock 1?

The PlayStation 3 version of BioShock Infinite comes with BioShock 1, Irrational Games has announced. A free copy of the 2007 classic is included on the BioShock Infinite Blu-ray disc.

Should I play BioShock 1 or remastered?

If we were to decide which version of the game is objectively better by simply looking at what each title has to offer, it would be BioShock Remastered, but only on principle. The remastered version of the FPS classic doesn't offer much besides improved graphics, director's commentary, and the gallery of concept arts.

Should I skip to Bioshock Infinite?

You can play only Bioshock Infinite and understand the story, but it would be better if you play the prequel first. If you think Bioshock 1 is not that good, i recommend you to skip Bioshock 2 because it's not as good as Bioshock 1. But, if you want to play the DLCs, at least you must play Bioshock 1.

Is Bioshock Infinite less scary?

Not nearly as creepy as the first 2 bioshock games which were straight up horror shooters. But this game has horror roots, meaning the game isn't nearly close to horror, but slight elements of the game are horror like.

Does BioShock Infinite spoil BioShock 1?

No. Bioshock Infinite's story is completely separate from that of Bioshock 1+2, which are somewhat tied together. Only in small parts (and in DLC as part of the Bioshock Infinite Season Pass) do the stories from 1+2 overlap with that of Infinite's.

Is BioShock Infinite a separate story?

BioShock Infinite is not a direct sequel/prequel to any of the previous BioShock games, and it takes place in an entirely different setting, although it shares similar features, gameplay, and concepts with the previous games.

Will BioShock 4 ever happen?

First confirmed to be in development back in 2019, BioShock 4 is certainly in the works, but fans aren't sure they'll see anything from it in 2023. A big part of gaming's best year, the BioShock franchise debuted all the way back in 2007, and it made quite the impact.

Why is BioShock Infinite so controversial?

BioShock Infinite proved immensely controversial upon its release due to its depictions of racism, American exceptionalism and religious extremism. With the announcement of a new BioShock game in the works, it's time to look back at the last entry in the acclaimed series: BioShock Infinite.

Is BioShock Infinite a hard game?

It's perhaps not the most difficult game we've played - we're told it's better played on hard, so bear that in mind before you start. We'd say it's a lot easier than the original.

What difficulty is BioShock Infinite?

Your virginal play-through of a story-driven game like BioShock Infinite is precious. And after finishing Infinite, I think Hard difficulty brings out its best aspects as an acrobatic, frantic shooter—especially if you play plenty of FPSes. Here's why I'd recommend starting the game on Hard.

Which BioShock game is longest?

Why is BioShock Infinite so big?

It's probably that size because of the Xbox version. The original Bioshock came out on PS3 long after the Xbox and it received special attention, which is probably why they let the file size get a bit bigger than a DVD.

Is BioShock Infinite open world?

While BioShock Infinite is by no means an open world game, the various locales within the game are nonetheless large and generally exciting.

Is BioShock beginner friendly?

Bioshock is truly a great game, but I wouldn't recommend it as a starter game. Don't get me wrong, that's certainly a game you should be exposed to early, but I suggest you play different games before Bioshock. Let's start with the well known game, Portal. I'm going to gameplay-spoil something for you.