BioShock 2

Pros:

• Good story and characters
• Gameplay has improved abit from 1
• Great graphics
• Good variation of weapons and abilities

Cons:

• Not allot of differentiation from Bioshock 1
• Story not as interesting as it could be
• No real great plot twists

Verdict: All in all, does kinda feel like a Bioshock 1.5 however it's still very enjoyable and fun to play. I shouldn't, but it's hard to not compare with Bioshock 1. Still a really good game thou

8/10

Bioshock 2 may have sacrificed storytelling for cleaner gameplay, but the story is still well written and better than your average VG narrative. Sophia Lamb isn't nearly as charismatic as Andrew Ryan but does a pretty good job of getting me to despise her, making her a decent antagonist at worst. Gameplay tweaks seem minor at first, but dual wielding guns and plasmids, the ability to melee with any weapon, and the new real time reflex-based hacking system made a world of difference. I had more fun protecting the little sisters in this game than the first. Probably due to the unstoppability I felt having improved plasmids, weapons, traps, and ample time to set up and unleash my inner Macaulay Culkin whenever I was ready to harvest.

This is one of the best first person shooter games I have ever played. Great story line, awesome weapons and better fighting. The enemies are more varied that the first game, including Big sisters, Rumblers, Brute splicers and more. The loading music is good, it fits in very well with the whole feel of the game, I particularly enjoyed the "Inner Persephone" loading music.

Only one problem, It is a little too short, I would have liked it to be longer.

The different endings are also awesome, Depending on how you play the game. I have seen them all.

so 10 out of 10 for Bioshock 2. Well worth it. I've played it more than 20 times already!

BioShock 2 might often be overshadowed by the original, but it absolutely deserves recognition as a brilliant continuation of the Rapture saga. While it builds on the foundations set by the first game, it carves its own identity through refined gameplay mechanics, deeper emotional storytelling, and a new perspective that makes the experience feel fresh yet familiar.

One of the most remarkable elements of this sequel is the fact that you play as a Big Daddy - a drastic shift that adds a fascinating dynamic to the game. From the very beginning, you feel stronger and more secure than in the previous title. Walking through the eerie, decaying halls of Rapture while wielding both brute strength and powerful plasmids gives you a thrilling sense of dominance. But the game doesn't let you feel invincible for long - enemies are smarter, encounters are more intense, and the strategic use of your resources becomes more essential than ever.

Combat is fluid and surprisingly tactical. The dual-wielding system - using a weapon and a plasmid simultaneously - is a massive improvement, and it helps keep the action fast-paced and versatile. The battles, especially on higher difficulties and during fights against Big Sisters or groups of Splicers, can become chaotic in the best way possible. There's a constant tension, a need to adapt and rethink your approach, which mirrors the same thrill and frustration you'd feel in a real card game - making you regret certain moves or celebrate a perfect combo of actions.

Narratively, BioShock 2 holds its ground with a compelling plot that delves once again into the darker aspects of human psychology and morality. The themes remain philosophical, rich, and thought-provoking - exploring the consequences of utopian ideals gone wrong and what happens when people are left without a moral compass. It offers a story that's both emotionally powerful and intellectually engaging, with well-written characters and moments that stick with you long after the game ends.

It was an unusual and fascinating experience - I absolutely loved the mechanic of playing as a Big Daddy in this installment. It makes you feel much more confident and secure as part of that class, even though the challenges remain excellent and demanding. The story is just as powerful as in the first game, touching on similar themes that show how twisted the human mind can become when left without guidance. Simply brilliant. BioShock 2 stands as my personal favorite entry in Rapture.

This game may not be as ground breaking and awesome as Bioshock 1, but it is still a fantastic game. The atmosphere this time around surpasses the original, it truly does immerse you in this world. I bought this game three times, one for the Xbox and twice for the PS3, one of which was the special edition. Alright time to get started.

The Game: The first thing I noticed right out of the gate is the graphics are much more clear and better done. The story was pretty weak, but the rest of the game more than makes up for it. The game play is much better this time around, it's much more fluent. You can equip a weapon and a plasmid at the same time. I didn't notice a big difference in quality between systems, they are about even. My favourite gun in the game is the shotgun, you can upgrade it with cylinders for rapid firing. The spear gun is also pretty cool, it almost feels like a rifle. The sound track is no where near as good as the one in the first game, which was very disappointing. As i've mentioned the atmosphere surpasses the original, there is one part where you enter a secret facility, it feels so barren, like no one has entered it for a while, it is truly a great feeling moment. The hard difficulty mode was actually pretty easy compared to the first game's hard mode. Finding all of the audio diaries was much easier this time around, I even completed that objective twice. The big sisters are more of a nuisance, but I found a way to help the little sisters without having to fight the big sisters. It's weird to be carrying around a little sister thats looks up to the big daddy, it makes you choose not to harvest them. The level's are expertly designed with plenty of hidden areas to discover. Overall the single player is a great experience.

The multi-player: I don't have much to say other than I didn't like it, I felt they could have left it out and put more stuff into the single player. Overall it's forgettable.

Minerva's Den: If you liked the main single player then I recommend getting this, it's a good addition. Just don't expect a good end boss, you can beat him pretty quickly.

The verdict: The game is fun and well worth your time and money, the single player has great replay value, but skip the online mode.