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BioShock

  • Video Game
  • 2007
  • M
IMDb RATING
9.1/10
23K
YOUR RATING
BioShock (2007)
Bioshock
Play trailer1:06
1 Video
51 Photos
ActionAdventureHorrorMysterySci-FiThriller

In 1960, a lone survivor of a plane crash named Jack discovers an abandoned underwater utopia, only to find out that the mystery behind its creation is much more sinister than he first belie... Read allIn 1960, a lone survivor of a plane crash named Jack discovers an abandoned underwater utopia, only to find out that the mystery behind its creation is much more sinister than he first believed.In 1960, a lone survivor of a plane crash named Jack discovers an abandoned underwater utopia, only to find out that the mystery behind its creation is much more sinister than he first believed.

  • Director
    • Ken Levine
  • Writers
    • Ken Levine
    • Paul Hellquist
    • Alexx Kay
  • Stars
    • John Ahlin
    • Greg Baldwin
    • Jane Beller
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    9.1/10
    23K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Ken Levine
    • Writers
      • Ken Levine
      • Paul Hellquist
      • Alexx Kay
    • Stars
      • John Ahlin
      • Greg Baldwin
      • Jane Beller
    • 70User reviews
    • 15Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Won 1 BAFTA Award
      • 22 wins & 26 nominations total

    Videos1

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    Trailer 1:06
    Bioshock

    Photos51

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    John Ahlin
    • Sullivan
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    Greg Baldwin
    Greg Baldwin
    • Frank Fontaine
    • (voice)
    Jane Beller
    • Various
    • (voice)
    Susanne Blakeslee
    Susanne Blakeslee
    • Professor Julie Langford
    • (voice)
    • …
    Anne Bobby
    Anne Bobby
    • Brigid Tenenbaum
    • (voice)
    Blesst Bowden
    Blesst Bowden
      Tony Chiroldes
      Tony Chiroldes
      • Pablo Navarro
      • (voice)
      Shavonne Conroy
      Shavonne Conroy
      • Jasmine Jolene
      • (voice)
      • …
      Ritchie Coster
      Ritchie Coster
      • Bill McDonagh
      • (voice)
      Betsy Foldes
      • Rosebud Splicer
      • (voice)
      • …
      Joshua Gomez
      Joshua Gomez
      • Johnny
      • (voice)
      • …
      Cassandra Grae
      Cassandra Grae
      • Baby Jane Splicers
      • (voice)
      Raymond Guth
      • Ducky Splicers
      • (voice)
      • (as Ray Guth)
      J.G. Hertzler
      J.G. Hertzler
      • Dr. Grossman Splicers
      • (voice)
      • (as JG Hertzler)
      Peter Francis James
      Peter Francis James
      • Dr. J.S. Steinman
      • (voice)
      Juliet Landau
      Juliet Landau
      • Little Sisters
      • (voice)
      Annie Meisels
      Annie Meisels
        Raynor Scheine
        Raynor Scheine
        • Ducky Splicers
        • (voice)
        • Director
          • Ken Levine
        • Writers
          • Ken Levine
          • Paul Hellquist
          • Alexx Kay
        • All cast & crew
        • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

        User reviews70

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        10h-rabbit

        A gripping game

        BioShock was one of the games which I originally go "This looks OK...I'll just buy it for the sake of it" but then after a while I think "This game rocks, I'm glad I bought it in the first place". I think the gameplay is simply amazing with the numerous weapons and Plasmids, I enjoy whacking enemy Splicers with a wrench, downing them with armor-piercing revolver rounds, incinerating them with the power of a plasmid or firing electric bolts from your fingertips. The story and game simply just rocks to the best of it, I recommend this game to any who love standalone horror shooters. But I still don't get why the protagonist went down to Rapture in the first place anyway...

        Note - Big Daddies in the game may be difficult but are essential to the harvesting or rescuing of Little Sisters, which give you ADAM energy useful for the continuation of the game.

        By HowlingRabbit334
        10kirk-246

        Would you kindly...

        ...buy this game and immediately put it into your Xbox 360 before it gets sold out?

        After surviving a terrible plane crash in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, a lone survivor named Jack spots and swims over to a lighthouse and enters a bathysphere, which takes him through the stunning world of Rapture, a city that was once great before things went horribly wrong.Jack is now trapped in Rapture, and the only way to get out is fight through hundreds of crazed civilians called Splicers.Just how did they become so crazy? ADAM.It is the one of the things that keep the wheels of Rapture rolling.But the people of Rapture became very addicted to it and it led to horrible side effects.With the help of a friend named Atlas, Jack struggles to defeat the splicers and kill the one man who's in charge, Andrew Ryan.

        'Bioshock' is an outstanding game with state-of-the-art graphics and an interesting plot that will have you hooked into the game before you know it.But it gets even better in September, for that is the month in which 'Bioshock 2' is released.But before then, I suggest that you immediately buy the game and start playing if you haven't already.Your time and money will not go to waste.I promise you that you won't regret it.
        10jway-65757

        Incredibly good

        Best game I've ever played. Amazing gameplay, story, characters and replayability value
        10The_Welshman

        The Best Game I've Ever Played

        Where do I start with this masterpiece? As soon as the first scene rolls in, you know you're in for an action-packed, deeply atmospheric, intelligent gaming experience! To start off with - the Graphics. Truly breathtaking! The plane crash at the beginning wouldn't be as intense if it wasn't for the immersive fire and water effects. The lighting effects are also fantastic, shining through and on the surface. The graphics are the best I've seen in any game.

        Next - the Gameplay. The gameplay was solid, with character customisations to the roof! The splicing is excellent, and the combat system works effectively! My only criticism is the lack of a 'block' button. Like Condemned. That would have been excellent, as it is very difficult to survive on Hard mode.

        Next - the Story. It..is...remarkable! From the moment it begins, your trapped; spiralling into the world of Bioshock! Packed with twists and turns, this is one of the best stories ever created for a game! Or movie for that matter. And incredible, intelligent plot form start to finish.

        Next - the Sound. Without the implausible sound effects and the captivating music, the astounding atmosphere would be inconceivable! The soundtrack is unlike any other. 'Nuff said! And finally - the Atmosphere. Beyond words. Seriously, I cannot describe it. You actually feel like you are in Rapture, fearing for your life and fearful of the Splicing mutants that roam the abandoned halls of Rapture. The Big Daddy's are terrifying, and their connection with the Little Sisters is strong! They would lay down their life for them, which is unique to see something so massive protecting a tiny little girl. Like I said - beyond words.

        In conclusion, buy this game. Now. Right now. What the hell are you still doing here? Go buy it!
        Moviememmer

        WOULD YOU KINDLY GET THIS

        Pros:
        • Great story and characters
        • Eerie feeling of isolation
        • Amazing scary atmosphere
        • Great graphics
        • Good variety of weapons and powers
        • Amazing plot twist
        • Great environmental story telling


        Cons:
        • Gameplay can be abit clunky


        Verdict: Bioshock 1 is an amazing game that has one of the best video game plot twists.

        9/10

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        Storyline

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        • Trivia
          Some of the Splicers' distorted faces were based on photos of WWI veterans who had undergone facial reconstructive surgery.
        • Quotes

          Atlas: Would you kindly?

        • Alternate versions
          The German version was censored in some parts. Among the changes are:
          • Blood splatters have been reduced.
          • The blood stains that appear on the wrench whenever an enemy is hit have been removed.
          • It's no longer possible to add wounds to bodies.
          • The animation of Dr. Steinman's patient was removed.
          • Ragdoll effects have been deactivated.
          • A cutscene was altered.
        • Connections
          Alternate-language version of BioShock
        • Soundtracks
          La Mer
          (uncredited)

          Music by Charles Trenet

          Performed by Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli

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        • Release date
          • August 21, 2007 (United States)
        • Countries of origin
          • United States
          • Australia
        • Official site
          • Official site
        • Language
          • English
        • Also known as
          • BioShock Remastered
        • Production companies
          • 2K Games
          • Irrational Games
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