BioShock Infinite, for all its brilliance, has its faults, here's a look at some of them.
This February, Prime members can claim a fresh lineup of free games, including BioShock Infinite Complete Edition, Surf World Series, AK-xolotl: Together, Sands of Aura, The Talos Principle: Gold Edition, Stunt Kite Party, The Smurfs 2 — The Prisoner of the Green Stone, Hardspace: Shipbreaker, Lysfanga: The Time Shift Warrior, Dark Sky, Wolfenstein: Youngblood, El Hijo — A Wild West Tale, Colt Canyon, Republic of Jungle, Royal Romances: Cursed Hearts Collector’s Edition, Deus Ex: Human Revolution — Director’s Cut, Night Reverie, Sine Mora EX, Redemption Reapers and Yes, Your Grace.
Twinfinite: “War may never change, but the prices of rare games do!”
"And lastly, famous Boston Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling helped to create the action-RPG’s setting. What’s really fascinating, though, is that the game was partially financed by taxpayers from Rhode Island (which allegedly lost the state millions of dollars). Yikes!"
1. Now infamous Schilling
2. No allegedly, it did. And they couldn't pay it back.
3. What really lost the money wasn't the SP release but the MMO they were working on. This was supposed to be an introduction into the MMO world.
I hate counting limited editions for these lists. I mean, they're made to be rare and expensive. It's far more interesting to hear about the NCAAs (even if most people know that one already) and the El Chavos than some massive hit that came with a $200 statue at retail.
Me too. Here's the best I can do:
El Chavo Kart $90.14
NCAA Football 14 $87.72
Spiderman: Edge of Time $75.94
Spiderman Web of Shadows $75.09
Spiderman: Shattered Dimensions $67.76
Wow, El Chavo Kart is not at all what I expected by the name. 100% looks like a Sackboy Kart game.
It's so odd that so many Spider-Man games are seemingly given lower print runs, even if they're not the best games.
Most Xbox games don’t hold as much value compared to other systems. Kameo, Blue Dragon, Last Remnant , and a handful or 2 of other games that I kept.
One of the biggest TV and movie tropes in the last decade has been the multiverse, the idea of exploring multiple dimensions to uncover alternate versions of existing ideas. From both a business and creative perspective, it makes sense why established franchises are shaking things up in this way.
However, there aren't many video games latching on to this trend, as rendering multiple worlds in real-time is a difficult feat and the medium is relatively young in comparison to its contemporaries, making crossover opportunities more difficult. Still, there are a few great titles that manage enough to overcome these challenges, and here are some of the best examples.
While I love someone mentioning Planescape, not really multiverse. Planes and dimensions, yes. But, they are typically their own locations and are very rarely tied to another 'verse' let alone another plane. The only things that are directly tied are the ethereal and material planes. Otherwise, they are dimensions created of their own design and goals by the creator/owner and not comprised of 'their own version of another dimension'.
I haven't played it yet, but the reports I'm getting from my gaming friends tell me it's far from a masterpiece. One guy may not even finish it, he's so bored by it.
Bioshock isn't for everyone. Gamers that don't like story elements are not gonna be impressed. Fps fans that don't want super powers are gonna be annoyed by them. Rpg only fans may love these elements but will hate the fps, linearity and lack of an open world, and the length. There is no real choice that has major impact.
That being said, Bioshock is my favorite IP for many reasons. Fortunately I love fps and rpgs alike and this game is the perfect blend. If u love story, there isn't two better stories told this gen. If u love immersion I cannot think of a more realized setting in a game than columbia and rapture. I love the ability to wield either guns, powers or a combo. But the reason I love bioshock so much is the ability to perfect a situation. I miss the save anywhere function but the checkpoints work in similar fashion. I love seeing the layout and determining strategy and then implementing it. Also, elizabeth is a marvel in the way clementine was. Excpet this one actually goes on a journey with u.
I do not find it odd that so many ppl hav given this game high scores but it just isnt for everyone in the way the first one wasn't. Its fine though.
As far reviews go...the game is flawed and there r many areas I would love to see improvent. Yeah, combat can seem a little outdated because its been done so much and doesnt change too much. But I would hav to giv it between a 9.5-10 not because its perfect but because comparing it to most other games isn't fair.
If you don't like story, this game isn't for you. If you weren't a fan the first one I think you'll be even less of a fan of this.
That said, the gameplay is fine if you know what you're doing. There's still plenty to look at and optional pockets to explore. The combat gets much better as the options open up and I only wish the game did that sooner. The skylines, tears, vigors, and weapons all together can make for some pretty tactical and visceral fights.
I personally think it's a great game, the only thing that ever held this game back was the hype. I remember reading how many people were excited for it and their hype levels were beyond reason.
I think with Infinite, you should know that, yes, the combat is good. Is it the best combat in the history of gaming? No, but it works. The environments and setting feel wholly unique and are detailed enough to bring it to life. There's a well written and thought out story that isn't spoon fed to you. It can be quite linear but it's more focused on its story.
That, me to, is a great game. Personally I think it's 'up there' with some of the best this generation has to offer simply because you tell this is a quality game. It's very well polished, looks great, combat is fun and there's a satisfying story to get into.