BioShock Infinite

Its a Bioshock game so its great. In particular its beautiful to look at and has a great story. I didnt find it as atmospheric and overall satisfying as the earlier games, but thats just me. The DLC were a bit disappointing. Burial at Sea episode 1 started great but quickly came to a nonsensical ending. Episode 2 crashed an hour in and bricked my installation. So I uninstalled and can't see myself coming back. Will definitely play BS1, 2 and Minerva again.

I played both Bioshock 1 & 2 when they came out. I loved both of them. I played this when it came out too and didn't like it. I gave it a try again and I really liked the story but it just isn't a Bioshock game to me. I really wish this was just called Infinite and wasn't related to Bioshock.

dammit, 2K, your f***ing difficulty spike got me again! and on the final fight too. (I nearly completed BShock Infinite on the XBOX 360, THEN!) it also isn't an immersive sim, but Bs Infinite is that way to prove a point. though combat does boil down to cod-style run'n'gun rather than "no player plays the same, no encounter is the same" which is part of the reason why the mandatory take-two interactive difficulty spike got me so bad. I was so used to spamming bullet shield and dying when i couldn't and the songbird recharged in an hour, and the generator always exploded before i could kill the last and WHO DESIGNED THIS?!

i played it for the first time 10 years ago.

it is the game that made my cry like no other. and i am usually not particularly sentimental.

i think it is absolutely brilliant. i think nothing compares.

Interesting levels, stunning art design, and engaging gunplay and abilities, all wasted on a story with absolutely nothing to say. The beginning sets powerful themes of American exceptionalism, racism, and evangelical religion, and then quickly abandons any meaningful commentary in favor of yet another thin multiverse story. The very beginning of the game is visually interesting, atmospheric, and compelling, and what follows in the story is - in the most detailed way I can convey - complete and absolute drek.

Great story. A bit confusing, but I love it

I never finished this game but I did watch gameplays online and I know the story and everything; I never played or watched gameplays of the other Bioshock games but this one takes the cake for me

Tonally very different to the first two games, but overall easier to follow and game play functions better. Troy Baker kills it every time.

Well shit... that ending gave me full-body goosebumps for an entire minute. What a great game, honestly.

BIoshock infinite is a masterpiece in terms of story and sci-fi gameplay is chefs kiss on the top. The ending is really mind blowing.

This game is extremely under rated in my opinion and deserves more clarity because of its very intriguing and fun story element, Combat, and Beautiful bright and high contrast visuals (which is a far contrast from the previous games) although i do have one problem with it about how it is a outlier from the previous games and should just be its own standalone game. 8/10 game

This game absolutely killed me in every way, no happy ending, in the end it just repeats like nothing ever happened. the story is really a mind fuck, other than the ending this game looks and plays fucking excellent

Idk why the girl is different between the game model, trailer and the game poster, but oh well. Fun game

This was one of - if not the first - "real" video games I'd ever played, and it completely blew me away. The story sucked me in completely. The world was vibrant and stunning. I remember installing this on my school-issued macbook pro and using the default settings, but it was still breathtaking and completely transported me to another world. If I could go back and experience it again for the first time, I would.

great story, deep philosophical implications for a game, good balance

The graphics were great but it's very forgettable.

Man the ending was so good. I was in shock for a solid 5 minutes. Everyone should play this game.

I have complex feels about this game. I love Booker and Elizabeth, they a really good dynamic, game play is fine, its nothing new, i like the skylines but i wish they had them more but that preference. looks wise, it aged well. the graphics are pretty good. its not all that glitchy like a lot of older games ported to computer do.

but is this a Bioshock game? well yes, its in the title but it doesn't feel like one, even its dlc that takes place in rapture doesn't feel like a Bioshock game. its sort of a weird shift for the games to take, like slugs in little girls lighting from your hands aren't exactly realistic but Elizabeth and her powers feels more like magic then sci-fi. i find the reason behind why she can do what she can is so sort of just silly and not really all the grounded compared to the other games.
not mention i am so utter butt hurt over the fact the whole vibe is off, theirs only one area that has the same unnerving nature as the first time, wheres the ominous nature of the place. i should be looking at the place and noping out of the place. but Columbia is just boring. its a city in civil war, cool, anything else? no? wheres the true horrors of civil war, wheres monsters made and mutated freaks on Adam.

that be said, i do enjoy playing the game. and if it wasn't a "bioshock" game i wouldn't be ranting like a loon. so as a fps with enjoyable game play and a well written story (just not written for bioshock) its a good game and i recommend it, but if want this game before you want another bioshock game then i'm afraid this isn't for you

This is practically nothing like BioShock 1 and 2, and the writing and presentation of the game and the themes it critiques are so trite it kills whatever immersion could be had.

BioShock Infinite completely blew me away. The world of Columbia is gorgeous and eerie at the same time, and the story kept me hooked from start to finish. Booker and Elizabeth felt so real, and the way the game mixes action with deeper themes is just brilliant. The ending? Mind-blowing. Honestly, one of the best games I’ve ever played.

1. This game = Atmospheric Graphics + Mind-binding Sci-fi Story + 1st person (POV) + some stealth gameplay + Super powers.
2. This game also have 3 dlcs = 1st is a challenge run dlc, the last two are episodic dlcs where part 1 is short (2 to 3 hours) and part 2 longer than expected ( less than 8 hours)
3. This game also has a new game plus mode called = 1999 mode which is unlocked after completing the main story. (not played on this mode)
4. This game takes less than 25 hours to complete (main story + side + 2 episodic dlcs) (on medium difficulty)
5. Definitely play the episodic dlcs as they are very good.
6. The Story of Bioshock universe are very great but can get difficult to follow for new players, so just watch the youtube video explaining it but only after you finish the main story and the dlcs.
7. Definitely A Must Play game.
8. For me this game was =9.5/10.
9. 100% Recommended.

A game has never left such a profound impression on me, the story is the most thought provoking and interesting video game stories I think I've ever encountered. It gives hints of the original games while still being fresh and different, allowing players that are new to the series to enjoy a Bioshock game without having to understand the origins, and the scenery is nothing short of breath taking. I don't think anyone has done a companion NPC as good as Elizabeth since this game. She feels profoundly real, she doesn't repeat the same tired voice lines (in fact she never repeats a single one) or get stuck on scenery, she comments on the world around her, and interacts with the playable character as if she's her own person, it's truly an excellent portrayal of an NPC. This game isn't just a game, it's a thought provoking story told in the most beautiful and tragic way. A truly phenomenal game <3

It's fun to explore the game's amazing steampunk setting, the 2 protagonists also get a lot more characterisation, unlike previous Bioshock games. But there are still some issues, like the game being somewhat linear, only limiting the play to 2 weapons and the story going a bit off the rails towards the end. The DLC provides a satisfying conclusion to the big story though.

This was the first Bioshock game I played and I absolutely loved it. The abilities in the game were easy to understand and use, the story was great, I enjoyed every aspect of the game and will absolutely be playing the others.

this game is amazing and very very fun it has been an amazing experience playing it and is beautiful visually this is one of the best visually looking games ive ever played and had got amazing story so far and just overall is very nice

very different, but is a very fun game

Great story! Didn't expect to be drawn into the world of Columbia so hard, and to be carried away by such a wild ending. Maybe go back and play the story again, but even once was enough to feel satisfied with a wonderful tale.

i cried at the end credits to burial at sea EP2 after playing though the whole bioshock collection on hardest difficulty in 4d. its been 12y sense another bioshock game came out.

I didn't enjoy this game as much as Bioshock 1 and 2 due to the lacking gameplay and some downgrades. There's also the fact that the game was literally remade several times during development which likely didn't give anyone time to properly playtest anything and expand on it.

Main problem is that you cannot stack consumables in your inventory anymore, you have to wait until Elizabeth goes out of her cooldown to throw you something useless, if you go out of her range she will refuse to give you the item so you have to do it as soon as the prompt shows up which essentially 'stuns' you and allows enemies to get a hit on you, especially annoying with Handymen as it just feels cheap.

You will also not use vigors as much other than maybe 1 or 2 basic ones because they all consume varying amounts of Salts, why is it even a thing? All of them are also focused for use in combat so there aren't any puzzles that involve burning/melting/crushing/moving something, in fact there aren't exactly any places you can really explore, putting 200 searchable tables & trash cans along a very linear path isn't exactly exploring, it's a bandaid for lack of interesting areas.

You are also limited to only 2 weapons which doesn't really work with weapon upgrades or lack of ammo vendors in later areas.

Player upgrade system was replaced with clothing which does not even have any explanation as to why such clothing exists, how does it exist and is it even in-universe. They also don't really offer anything unique so you will either end up ignoring them or trying to find them all in hopes of maybe finding a "rare good one".

The story is fine and gives a lot of hints and bits of foreshadowing here and there to maybe help you connect the dots which is always fun and rewards actually inspecting the world around you, although a little tiresome later how it insists upon hinting the big reveal it's constantly trying to tell you.
After a certain amount of time I just started to skip combat sequences and try to push the story because I was rather interested in that over the gameplay itself, felt like the same thing again and again no matter the location.

I suppose the main appeal of the game is Elizabeth and why people like it so much, since she is constantly with you as a companion much like Alyx was with you in Half-Life's episodes.
She's very expressive but unfortunately only does so in cutscenes, otherwise she just does a random face when you look at her every now and then.
It also sucks that even though YOU are the one supposed to save her you actually have to depend on her the entire game with her supplying you with pickups you wouldn't exactly be able to get anywhere else.
It's only fun to hang out with her during calm phases where you can walk around freely and actually enjoy the world around you, in other non-calm areas the characters keep yapping and yapping which prevent you from listening to audiologs.

In the end, Bioshock Infinite is a game you will probably only play once or twice then treat it as an novelty item to act rich in front of your friends while constantly linking them videos of Elizabeth's facial expressions during the dancing scene.

A really cool new take on the bioshock franchise that takes place in the sky instead of under the sea to shake things up. Honestly it was done super well with the entire game holding up even to this day over 10 years later. If you are going into this game blind I couldn't recommend doing it more today!

absolute cinema. my sixth run probably and it's always as if i am playing for the first time.

I remember when this game first came out and how divisive and polarizing it was to audiences. Many thought that the game took too much of a departure from the lite-RPG mechanics from the first entry and weren't sure how to feel about the new setting of Columbia. Sure it's definitely different from the first two games, but that doesn't mean it's a bad game. In fact, I respect them more from trying something new, and don't worry; the gameplay, world building and writing still hold up. You might need a refresher on quantum physics after playing it, sure, but give it a try. It's still a fantastic game.

Fun game. lots of loot and enemies to shoot, cool abilities and weapons to find. The graphics are decent and the map design / map background is awesome. cool storyline.

BioShock Infinite is undoubtedly one of the greatest single-player FPS and shooter games, standing tall alongside other iconic titles of the genre. Not only is it fun gameplay-wise, but it is also an outstanding piece of well-written storytelling—arguably the best in the trilogy. As is common in the BioShock series, Infinite builds a rich, immersive world that expands and deepens the BioShock universe with greater complexity and sharp social critique.

From a gameplay perspective, the game focuses more on a "mainstream" audience. Because of this, it removes the stealth, hacking, exploration, and resource management mechanics of the previous two entries. However, it introduces a partner/support system with Elizabeth’s Tears and item drops, as well as the use of Sky-Lines, which adds verticality to combat. While these mechanics are not perfect and are not what makes the game shine, they are far from being weak points and can still provide a solid challenge—especially on the 1999 difficulty setting.

One of the most notable improvements is the significant graphical, visual, and technical leap Infinite makes compared to its predecessors. If the massive underwater metropolis of Rapture was already a masterpiece of worldbuilding and artistic design, then the floating city of Columbia is even more breathtaking. With its heavenly neoclassical and colonial American influences, the city’s architecture and soundtrack create a distinct and captivating atmosphere. The character models are highly detailed, and the motion tracking, voice acting, and facial expressions are expertly crafted, adding depth and emotion to every cutscene. These elements make the game’s characters and their relationships feel even more profound and human.

As a heavily story-driven game, Infinite, much like its predecessors, brings a wealth of social, political, and ideological critiques to the table. It presents deeply relevant themes within its universe, depicting the ideologies of American exceptionalism, imperialism, and jingoism as intertwined with religious fervor. The game also explores the polarization of far-right and far-left ideologies—represented, respectively, by Columbia’s ruling white supremacist elite and the radical communist and anarchist movement of the working-class Vox Populi. However, Infinite does not solely dwell on political and philosophical themes. As the story progresses, it ventures into more sci-fi elements, incorporating existential, multiverse, and time-bending aspects—especially toward the game’s climax. Themes of spirituality, quantum mechanics, and temporal superposition become increasingly central. This game is a testament to how Ken Levine refuses to hold back in his writing. But it is precisely this depth, complexity, and layered storytelling—packed with intricate details yet maintaining coherence without contradictions—that makes BioShock Infinite a true risky and courageous work of art.

This game has insane gameplay and story. I really enjoy using the Charge vigor and the Volley Gun and Hand Cannon. It's better then any BioShock game I've played, considering the fact I played through 1 and 2.

Hilariously, the DLC ruined the entire series at the last second, for next to no reason other than an attempt to showcase how idiotic and contrived the, frankly horsesh*t, writing "skills" of Ken Levine are.
Genuinely the worst way to tie things up.
Thumbs up because the main game was enjoyable here, I just wanted to rant about how poor this man's abilities truly are.

Good enough shooter with a good enough story. Played through a few times. Can recommend

Maybe it's been too long since I've played the other two but while I enjoyed my time with Infinite, I think I prefer either 1 or 2, there's such a unique atmosphere to Rapture that is not captured here. That said, I don't think setting this there would be appropriate because 2 full games down below is more than enough, and this looks/sounds/plays fine. I do sorely miss being able to hold more than 2 weapons though.

Vibes!

What the Bioshock series lacks in elegant combat system, it makes up for in vibes, and boy howdy, does this game have immaculate vibes. The spoken history and social warefare in the plot is supplemented by an environnment crusted in a patina of unspoken history and broken social hierarchy. I loved how the first Bioshock savaged Rand's objectivism, but I'm even more passionate about narratives that rally against historic idolatry and religious zealotry.

You'll hear valid complaints about the stripped-down save system, as you have very little control. It certainly's got faults, especially when the game gets buggy and you lose dozens of minutes of progress. But overall, I prefer it. It releases me from the perfectionist demon.

If you have any talent for FPSs, skip right to hard mode. The game isn't particularly difficult, and the death system is overly generous.

The DLC is a mixed bag. Clash in the Clouds only offers combat tomfoolery which is worthless unless you enjoyed the combat. Burial By Sea 1 ramps up the difficulty by minimizing the available ammo, but the combat feels a little dry, and the interesting-in-concept plot isn't amply fleshed out. Burial By Seas 2's combat is totally different -- more like the Thief series -- but then the plot gets bogged down trying to connect loose ends.

All in all, still a great experience and well worth your time.

While sometimes a mess in the writing/dialogue department (given its development troubles), the gilded age visuals and sound design are triumphs on their own.

The DLC, particularly Burial at Sea Part 2, is almost entirely worth the price of admission of the full game if you're a fan of the original BioShock.

All-time favorite game of mine, loved it since the first second and recently bought it on pc because i sold my ps4. Def recommend it to people trying to play a story-filled FPS

it is the worst in the trilogy but that doesn't make it bad. its like choosing between 3 super cars and you get the worst super car but hey its still a super car. bioshock 1 has better story, bioshock 2 has better gameplay. and this one is a mixed bag worst story than b1 but better than b2. gameplay and mechanics are worst than both the previous entries its a mixed bag. the shooting becomes tedious in the last 2-3 hrs of gameplay. story 9/10. gameplay 6/10

BioShock Infinite is a visually stunning and narratively ambitious first-person shooter. Its unique setting, compelling characters, and thought-provoking story make for a memorable experience. While combat can feel repetitive at times, the overall atmosphere and mystery surrounding Columbia are captivating enough to keep players engaged until the very end. A must-play for fans of atmospheric shooters and compelling narratives, even if the gameplay occasionally falters.

this game is masterpiece of story and Elizabeth plottwist one of the best plottwists i have ever saw in my life

Is this game really from 2013?
Because it is better than many games coming out 2025.
I am a simple man. I like the game, I recommend the game.

holy fucking shit the ending and the story is insane and i love this game pls make more

Rating: 10/10

BioShock Infinite, developed by Irrational Games and released in 2013, is widely regarded as one of the greatest first-person shooters of all time. Set in the year 1912, the game transports players to the floating city of Columbia, where Booker DeWitt, a former Pinkerton agent, is sent to rescue a mysterious woman named Elizabeth. The story unfolds with deep themes of American exceptionalism, quantum physics, and social class struggle, all woven into an immersive narrative that keeps players hooked until the very end.

What Works Well?
🎮 Rich Narrative
BioShock Infinite’s narrative is arguably its most remarkable feature. The game blends complex themes with rich character development and engaging dialogue. The relationship between Booker and Elizabeth grows throughout the game, and their dynamic chemistry drives the emotional core of the story. The plot touches on deep subjects such as freedom, choices, and the consequences of the past.

🌆 Stunning Worldbuilding
The world of Columbia is beautifully crafted and feels alive. The floating city is a mix of steampunk and early 20th-century Americana, with a vibrant atmosphere that contrasts sharply with the game’s darker undertones. The city feels expansive, with hidden details that invite exploration, from the cultural commentary displayed through propaganda posters to the interactive environments that feel immersive.

💥 Innovative Gameplay
BioShock Infinite's combat is fast-paced and fluid, featuring combat arenas that often require players to adapt to changing circumstances. Plasmids (now called vigors) allow for powerful abilities like telekinesis and summoning lightning, which can be combined with gunplay in creative ways. The addition of skyrails, which allow players to move rapidly across the city, adds an exciting dynamic to both movement and combat.

🎶 Exceptional Sound Design and Music
The game’s soundtrack complements the setting perfectly. From the 1920s-style songs that are reinterpreted with modern twists to the atmospheric score, the audio design heightens the emotional experience. Elizabeth’s singing of "Will the Circle Be Unbroken?" is one of the standout moments of the game, perfectly encapsulating the emotional weight of the story.

What Could Be Better?
❌ Linear Level Design
While Columbia is rich and expansive in its design, the levels themselves can feel somewhat linear in terms of progression. Some players may feel that the world’s grandeur is somewhat limited by a more traditional level structure.

❌ Combat Could Be More Varied
Though the combat is enjoyable, it occasionally falls into repetitive patterns. While players have a variety of weapons and abilities at their disposal, some segments of the game rely too heavily on gunplay, which can feel like a missed opportunity to explore more creative gameplay.

Conclusion
BioShock Infinite is a masterpiece that blends storytelling, gameplay, and world-building into an unforgettable experience. Its narrative is one of the most thought-provoking in the world of gaming, exploring philosophical and societal themes in a way that few other games have achieved. Booker and Elizabeth's journey through Columbia is one of the most emotional and engaging stories told in gaming, and the game’s overall design is beautiful and highly detailed. Despite its minor flaws, BioShock Infinite remains one of the best games of its generation.

Rating: 10/10 – A brilliant story-driven shooter with fantastic world-building, gameplay, and emotional depth.

Great game with decent story and a unique setting of a floating city. Missions are not repetitive and tonics are diversify the gameplay even more, as it was in previous parts.
However, the plot and its ending can be pretty confusing. Personally I do not like when the plot is about the jumps in time and space.

I just can't believe that this was released on 2013, the difference of Bioshock Infinite to Bioshock 1 and 2 are extremelly noticeable, this is GORGEOUS, gameplay and graphic wise, the attention to details and the pacing makes me not want to replay the previous games any time soon (even tho they are masterpieces), thats how good Infinite is.

Its an alright game. the combat is pretty decent but it feels more like a call of duty game then a bioshock game,

the plasmids are very limited, it feels like they added them just because bioshock is in the title, you can literally beat the game without using a single one.

the story is pretty mid, its not as engaging like the previous installments but not horrible either.

the enemies are bland, they are so repetitive and boring compared to the previous titles, they are also unnecessarily bullet spongy near the end.

you cant manually save, the only way to save is from checkpoints. if your game crashes and you aren't near a checkpoint then its over for you.


you can only hold 2 weapons in infinite, this is beyond stupid because there are so many weapons in the game.


overall, bioshock infinite is a pretty decent game but it feels like a departure from what made the previous games so special.