Should I play BioShock or Infinite?

Infinite is a completely different story set decades before BioShock 1. It makes no difference to play it first or last - however the DLC (Burial At Sea, I think?) takes place a relatively short time before BioShock 1, and it contains major spoilers for that game, so you will want to play BS1 before that DLC.

Is Bioshock 1 or infinite better?

BioShock, and its obvious influence System Shock 2, contained open-ended areas that allowed for exploration and a certain freedom in gameplay. However, Infinite was far less open, relying instead on more traditional first-person shooter mechanics and levels.

Should I play BioShock before Infinite?

Can you play Bioshock Infinite without playing the others? Yes, you can play Bioshock Infinite without having played the other games in the Collection first. With that being said, it is highly recommended that you at least play the first ever Bioshock before Infinite.

Should I play Bioshock 1 2 or infinite?

While there are some references to the first two games, Infinite takes place in a complete different setting with completely different characters. You should be able to jump right into the latest game in there series without skipping a beat. That being said, we definitely suggest playing the original Bioshock first.

Is it okay to start on BioShock Infinite?

You can start with Infinite because it is a prequel, but I would recommend playing the original first. BS2 does not follow the stories of those games. You can skip it if you want, but it's a pretty good game.

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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.

How many hours of gameplay 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 is BioShock Infinite so different?

Bioshock Infinite tells its story very differently, though it does share some similarities with the original Bioshock. The biggest difference in storytelling between these games is that Booker Dewitt has a voice, which he uses often.

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.

Does BioShock Infinite have a good and bad ending?

There are no lasting differences in the game's ending because the story is destined to end the same way regardless. Elizabeth eventually shows Booker an infinite sea of lighthouses, an ocean of doors leading to other realities. But many are portals into other versions of the same tale where Comstock is also a threat.

Will there be a BioShock 4?

Back in 2019, a fourth BioShock game was officially confirmed to be in development, and if fans are lucky, they may hear more about it in 2023.

Is BioShock Infinite a spin off?

Previously known as "Project Icarus", BioShock Infinite is not a direct sequel or prequel to the original game, but carries many of the same gameplay concepts from the BioShock title.

How many endings are in BioShock?

There are two possible endings for BioShock that depend on how you treated little sisters throughout the game. If you choose to "harvest" more than one little sister, you will get the bad BioShock ending.

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.

Why is BioShock 1 a masterpiece?

Every element of Bioshock's story and characters are incredibly nuanced and detailed, even down to the audio logs that you can pick up throughout the game. Some of these logs come from characters you never even meet and yet, are incredibly well written and acted.

Which version of BioShock is better?

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.

Do you play as a Big Daddy in BioShock?

In its sequel, BioShock 2, the player controls a prototype Big Daddy. They roam the underwater dystopian city of Rapture, mentally conditioned to protect the Little Sisters—little girls who harvest a substance called ADAM from corpses—thanks to a series of plasmids stripping them of their humanity and free will.

Why is it 1999 mode BioShock Infinite?

The mode is an obvious reference to System Shock 2, Irrational Games' first title, which was released in 1999.

Do you become a Big Daddy in BioShock?

This achievement is 'Become A Big Daddy', and you get it while going through the story towards the end of the game. You must go into three separate labs and change your voice to a Big Daddy's voice, change your smell to a Big Daddy's smell, and pick up a Big Daddy helmet, bodysuit and boots.

Which BioShock game is the longest?

How many endings does BioShock Infinite?

Just one. The number of endings is actually one of the narrative paradoxes that received criticism when the game first released: for a game that's seemingly about endless possibilities, there's one definitive ending for every play through.

Does BioShock Infinite spoil the other games?

The Universe is also completely different, but follows a similar structure to 1 & 2. So to put it plainly; no. If you play Infinite before you play 1 & 2, you won't spoil anything.

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.

What era is BioShock Infinite?

Setting and characters

BioShock Infinite is set in 1912 and takes place in a floating steampunk city-state in the sky called "Columbia", named for the female personification of the United States.

Does BioShock Infinite have DLC?

Burial at Sea is a DLC pack for BioShock Infinite. Split into two episodes, Burial at Sea explores Rapture on the eve of the underwater city's fall from grace through the eyes of Booker DeWitt in the first episode, and as Elizabeth in the second.