BioPolis – When Dreams Are Fulfilled
Today I have for you, our readers, something a bit different. Today we will compare and explore in depth two titles. Two titles that have originated as two different mediums. Titles that have left a big impact on our culture and have influenced and have been influenced by other, also significant, works. Since this is a gaming site, one of those titles will obviously be a game. But more about that later…
To begin with, one could argue that comparing two different mediums is almost impossible. To a degree I agree, because each medium has its unique characteristics that set it apart – providing the reader, viewer or player with a distinctive experience. At the same time, though, I disagree, because there are many examples of various works across different mediums, which, despite these differences, can be compared – assuming they have at least something in common. One of these examples are BioShock and Metropolis, which, in my opinion, are an overlooked and perfect match. There are many differences between these two pieces of art that make them seem completely unrelated, sure. However, upon further inspection, one can see the opposite is in fact the truth.
