IGN: Bioshock PS3 Review & Video Review

If you never experienced the halls of Rapture and have been waiting for its appearance on the PS3, there really is no discussion to be had. Go out and get your hands on Bioshock -- you will thoroughly enjoy exploring the incredible story and the excellent action that the game is known for. However, if you've played the game before, or are expecting this to be the definitive version, that's not fully found here. Sure, the full trophy support and Survivor mode are great, and the Challenge Rooms could add a ton to the replayability (whenever it's implemented). However, old glitches that should've been fixed in the PS3 development hold this version back from being completely realized.

Presentation - 10
Graphics - 9.0
Sound - 10
Gameplay - 9.5
Lasting Appeal - 9.0
Overall -

[CViper]

Thats how many AAA's this year?

sucks that 2k didn't fix the bugs that the 360 version had, but those bugs weren't that bad anyway. Should be a great experience for those that haven't played this one.

I suggest playing without the vita chambers. Makes the game a bit more.. realistic :)

[Jamegohanssj5]

This score should have been the exact same as the 360 score. No if, ands, or buts about it.

TGSI

[CViper]

everyone knows bioshock is a great game, its good that 2k put forth a decent effort, looks like devs have finally run out of their 'buh buh too hard ps3 code' attitude, and have figured it out.

the problems should have been fixed though that the 360 version had, but those problems didn't stop the 360 version from getting the 9.7. So im almost on the fence there about that.. but oh well.

Ps3 has more content, better graphics in places, the same gameplay. Its a win-win for gamers.

[Jamegohanssj5]

Yeah you do have a point dude, well I guess you just have to deal with some things.

TGSI

[calis]

different reviewer, different score. Get over it. It scored well.

[Pika-pie]

No this game shouldnt have got the same as the 360s 9.8. Why? Because the 360 version should have never got that score in the first place.

Hilary totally overrated this game a year ago and I can remember Jeff saying on the PS3 podcast around the time that he wouldnt have scored that game so high.

[Deviant]

nice score ..still just a rent :P (<- trophy whore :( )

[BigBaehr]

Oh sh!t. It turned out good. Might be a first day buy.

[Sena Kobayashi]

Nice

Im of to another thread with my MAX SPEED!

[LITTLE BIG PLANET IN]

Must buy,along with LittleBigPlanet :D!!!

[Harry Flopper]

Couldn't agree anymore,AAA title after AAA title only on Ps3

[Zerodin]

PS3 version 9.4
360 version 9.7

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||There are so many AAA titles on Ps3 I have lost count||

[JasonPC360PS3Wii]

You lost count with 2? because Bioshock is Miltiplatform so that leaves you with 2...XD Hold up your hand in a fist, now lift one finger, now lift another... ok thats (giggles) 2

[Mr_Potato_]

@Jason : you lost count with zero on 360.

2008 AAA exclusive until now :
- 360 : none (or did I miss anything ?)
- PS3 : Wipeout, MGS 4, Siren, LBP, Bioshock

Okaaaaay... ;)

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||I will buy this||

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||I will buy one copy of this and 3 copies of LittleBigPlanet||

[DavidMacDougall]

Same textures as the 360 version but in some places there 10x better because of blu-ray

PS3 version is superior

[Harry Flopper]

Better looking on Ps3,confirmed by IGN themselves.

[Zerodin]

Read that again!
9.0 for the graphics on the PS3 version
9.5 for the 360 version

Over all scores?
PS3 version 9.4
360 version 9.7

[ReTarDedFisHy]

Scores aren't always the same. Why do you think perfect 10 scores are possible? Criteria for scoring are changed almost every time a new game comes out. This is why the 360 version got a higher score for graphics, because back then, it was mind-blowing.

[Joejoefhosho]

He tried so hard; this is his second post on the same thread on the "SAME" thing...JEBUS...WE CAN READ you RETARD - there is a reason why we are ignoring you LOL

I am glad someone put the smackdown on this kid.

You want to play score?

LBP > ANY Xbox360 exclusive

[BYE]

The 360 version then was obviously reviewed by a person with a different viewpoint than this reviewer.

[pwnsause]

well color me shocked, despite the 360 version getting a higher score, the PS3 version managed to get a 9.4. a .3 difference in the ratings, but it makes sense why since the game was out since last year. But this is Good news, cause its actually a great port after all. I have no choice but to buy this game :)

[Internet Trolling Ex]

"Higher res textures"-IGN.

Better on Ps3,as all Multiplats are.

[Zerodin]

The 360 version is the superior version!

Wow the 360 version is a better game all around, and cheaper to boot!

Edit: LOL Harry Plopper is ignoring my facts.

[eric100]

IGN themselves said that PS3 version has better textures and water due to BLu Ray

sucks to be an XBOT

[Harry Flopper]

I'll be investing my money on it sometime after I'm done with the AAAA Ps3 Exclusive that is LittleBigPlanet

[DaChinPin]

If it EVER happens right?

[pwnsause]

BTW that Texture problem that was seen on the demo, its getting fixed, so the PS3 is the superior version.

[N4PS3G]

360-9.7
ps3-9.4

UJUM..ps3 is the superior version indeed!

I bet IGN is lying and you are right :)

[Adamalicious]

Since when does IGN decide the "superior version"? I'm pretty sure I get to decide.

[TheForgotten0ne]

Are you stupid?
The game is one year old, they haven't made any big changes to it. Of course it get's a lower score! If they didn't do that the port is extremly good, and better then the original since it came out one year later! Then it's more about sound and graphics of course, the gameplay is the same I asume.

[pwnsause]

"360-9.7
ps3-9.4

UJUM..ps3 is the superior version indeed!

I bet IGN is lying and you are right :)"

see, i didnt mean it in a fanboyish way. Stop spinning my words. That Rating makes sense to me since the game is about a year old. if this game was the inferior version on the PS3, it wouldnt have gotten a 9.4 to begin with, it would of gotten below a 9, since its a port. the fact that IGN said that this version of bioshock was given a cleaner look thanks to 2k taking advantage of the BD. Not to mention it has trophies.

When i also mean superior version, but rather an improvement with a few changes that gives a reason to people to play the game again on the PS3. I dont have any intentions to start a flame war here.

Overall Im happy that 2k wanted to make their game better by bringing it to the PS3 and using that extra development time to fix a few problems that they couldnt fix with the 360 version since they ran out of development to bring it out last year. its like what epic games did with unreal Tournament for the 360.

[fufotrufo]

Another day,another multiplatform better on 360

[eric100]

"security bots and turrets over to your side to use against your enemies, is much easier to perform on the PS3. The 360's directional pad was too imprecise to move between the circuits easily, but thanks to the DualShock's D-pad, you can fly through each box and complete your hacks quickly..."

"...For the most part, you'll see these appear as a slightly sharper Rapture across the board, and you'll be able to pick up some features that look better than on the 360, such as pools of water or neon signage. However, there does appear to be a strange mix of the older textures scattered in the title as well, so you'll find quite a lot of texture pop in that will occur as you move through levels..."

[BYE]

This comment would be true if posted one year ago. Now it's the other way round.

[karlostomy]

Another day, another multiplatform better on 360
Another day, more denial by the SDF ^^^

Fixed.

[GametimeUK]

enjoy the game guys

[meepmoopmeep]

i was always going to get this game anyhow, regardless of reviews.
wish it could be a day one buy though :(

[yoghurt]

"2K Games went out of their way to make sure that the larger capacity of the Blu-Ray was used to implement higher resolution textures across the title, as well as improve some of the in-game cutscenes. For the most part, you'll see these appear as a slightly sharper Rapture across the board, and you'll be able to pick up some features that look better than on the 360, such as pools of water or neon signage."

and that's without the patch, add the patch and its no doubt the devs have done a great job and made use of the power and blu-ray to bring us a nicer looking version.

[meepmoopmeep]

so....

what was all the hollabalooo about the PS3 version suckage graphically a couple weeks back?

i played the demo, it was fun, that's good enough for me.

[beavis4play]

people breaking down individual textures is really nit-picking.
i had fun with the demo too....and that's what it's all about.

[juuken]

Yep meep, I agree with ya.
I played the demo and it was pretty cool. But I have too many games to buy so I may get this later.

[Liquid Dust]

People were getting frustrated with the demo graphically when it came out since there was issues of it being very blurry when ran at 1080p. A 2k forum member took a great comparison shot between 720p and 1080p.

See Royal Bear's post halfway down the page.
http://forums.2kgames.com/f...

I have had very similar results and I believe the game looks much better when ran at 720p resolution. 2k Elizabeth mentions that the resolution problems at 1080p will be fixed via the announced patch after the release. Also, the pixelated big daddy will be fixed as well.

[LITTLE BIG PLANET IN]

I thought it was in the 360 version....I think they couldn't put it on xbox due to dvd9s limitations!

[Rice]

Hell yeah, thats what im talking bout...

[ViRaL-]

To many games to get... I'm going to be broke

[Timesplitter14]

I'm really surprised! AWESOME!

[zethos56]

Enjoy your great AAA title :)

[TheForgotten0ne]

You : )

[ZombieNinjaPanda]

We Will :D

[Jerkapotamus]

The same thing happened with Oblivion last year. The PS3 version gets a lower score because of a combination of a different reviewer and the fact that it's a year later. Just as in Oblivion, the reviewer states that the PS3 version is improved, in this case because of improved textures; survival mode; and the promise of challenge rooms. You're just attempting to read the numbers out of context.

[Adamalicious]

For all you non-360 having PS3 owners - don't miss out on this one. Sure you might not have time to play it until Spring with all the games coming out this Fall, but keep it on your list.

[solidjun5]

i'm going to get this game. Damn...I bought 2 games today (SOCOM and DeadSpace) and I'm getting 3 games the next 12 days (Fallout 3, LBP, Bioshock). Ahh Crap...Frycry 2. I'm going to wait a bit.

[IzKyD1331]

I hope the game's sales don't suffer because of LBP, SOCOM and Motorstorm.....it's a really good game that deserves to be played

[felidae]

nice to play a slightly better Bioshock .. again .. on the PS3

this game is great on all platforms.

[air1]

i think you guys missed the part that said "its not the definitive version".

said differently the 360 version is still better over a year later.

ps3 9.4

360 9.7

you sony fanatics just love to ignore facts and drum up your own wishes

[zo6_lover27]

The ps3 version has ONE review, and most sites won't review it again.

[rawd]

This one is a must buy, ladies and germs

[Xheratuul]

at zerodin or any 360 lover, the ps3 graphics got rated lower because they saw many great graphics on the ps3 such as uncharted, GTP, MGS4, and LBP. On the other hand the 360 version got a higher score in graphics last august 2007 because it looked very new and stylistic during that time. Need me more to say?

[Zerodin]

Sorry, excuses don't negate facts.
Bioshock 360 version is THE version to get.

[Xheratuul]

zerodin laden

[zo6_lover27]

If you read or watched the review, you would know that the graphics are upgraded to higher res in the ps3 version.
Plus, the ps3 version has exclusive content, and gameplay modes

[Dragunov]

Wow fanbois are so sad. The port is good enough, sure it can be better but stop ranting what version is better, is the same game.

[Bluejet]

The 360 version was awesome and a must buy for any of you that haven't played it. I actually bought a 360 just for this game and maybe a few others lol. I'll probably pick this up again for the ps3 just so i can go through it again on a different console. and trophies will be nice too.

[LeGenDx]

obviously ps3 version is better right zerodin

[CViper]

According to IGN:

-The PS3 looks better than the 360 version
-The same graphical problems that were on the 360, are on the PS3
-Ps3 has new features and modes

According to reality:
-Ps3 Has no chance of RROD while playing
-Anyone with a ps3 isn't going to buy a 360, just to play an old game. They are too busy buying LBP and the rest of the AAA's for the ps3 out this year.

But you can keep reading scores, and not words all u want. Ill just keep posting the fact that they said the PS3 version looks better, and its the same game. I mean, if this is the only thing you have to try to troll with, another AAA ps3 game with exclusive features that didn't score as high because it has the same problems the 9.7 version had, well.. i guess that just makes you retarded? lol

go back to playing too human and the rest of the Xflops that came out this year. Oh yeah, i hear Lost Odyssey and NG2 are amazing flops as well.

so zerodin can cry himself to sleep:

"...security bots and turrets over to your side to use against your enemies, is much easier to perform on the PS3. The 360's directional pad was too imprecise to move between the circuits easily, but thanks to the DualShock's D-pad, you can fly through each box and complete your hacks quickly..."

"...For the most part, you'll see these appear as a slightly sharper Rapture across the board, and you'll be able to pick up some features that look better than on the 360, such as pools of water or neon signage. However, there does appear to be a strange mix of the older textures scattered in the title as well, so you'll find quite a lot of texture pop in that will occur as you move through levels..."

"...However, old glitches that should've been fixed in the PS3 development hold this version back from being completely realized..."

So yeah the ps3 version, with more features is held back by the 360's old problems. LoL

I love it when idiots like zerodin self own themselves.

[air1]

says the guy with the system that is dead last with all these super games that can only be done on a ps3.

since the ps3 is sooo powerful it should of fixed those problems with ease no?

i love how the sony fanatics just ignore facts. the 360 version got the better score, but its still better on the o mighty ps3?

ng2 and lost od. was great games while you was twittling your thumb saying im waiting for this and that and this. thats all the ps3 has been since launch the wait machine

wait the ps3 is catching up

wait till lbp kz2

wait till the next patch so we can play like live.

wait wait wait

[pwnsause]

LOLOLOLOLOLOLOL troll much???? you want me to troll you via PM again?

its all HERE HERE HERE, and you keep paying HHAHHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHA

[na2ru1]

Nuff said i guess

[Sena Kobayashi]

Nice good score . Sony fanboys Disagree.

Im of to another thread with my MAX SPEED!

[BYE]

Seems like a nice one but there's just too much stuff coming for PS3.

[Munky]

Great game, if you are on the fence about this game you should at least give it a try. i wasnt sure when i got it but any doubts were wiped away from the openeing sequence. simply put the game is bad ass, or makes you feel like one. good gaming people.

[na2ru1]

hear that 360 fanboys? Shame ur stuck with DVD

[PimpHandStrong]

I just bought Dead Space so Bio Shock will take a back seat till the new year! Maybe get it in Jan 09 a month b4 Killzone drops

Dead Space is top notch....if you have a bada$$ TV you really need to sit and play this game! Its awesome!
kinda easy but just plain awesome

[Aclay]

Bioshock will have to take a backseat for me until early 2009. This Fall Sony is getting my money with LBP, Motorstorm, and Resistance 2. And there's a few other 3rd party games that I want (Far Cry 2, Fallout 3) there's just too many other games I want other than Bioshock. Right now I'm playing Dead Space and it's really hard for me to put down the controller.

[Homicide]

PS3 version superior confirmed by one of the most trusted websites.

[etownone]

i cant believe how many idiots are still in denial about the game being better on the 360!!

FACT: the overalll score and the score for graphics are higher on the 360.

End of discussion kiddies, go back to watching mgs4

[pwnsause]

IGN just said that Bioshock Sports a cleaner look thanks to the High Res Textures that can be done because of the Storage of Blu-Ray Disc. the only one in Denial Here is you. why dont you watch the video again? why dont you also Read up on 2k's say in this? Its not that hard to Read and listen. Right now i have an ear infection, but I can still listen to what they're saying. Try to put the volume to it maximum and hear what IGN stated.

BTW the reason why they didnt gave it a higher score is because its a 1 year old port. They've seen what the PS3 can do with games with uncharted and MGS4 so they were not impressed to see this game with the same graphics even though it has a cleaner look.

Oblivion's graphics were superior on the PS3, but did they give the game a higher score than its 360 counterpart? no, because it was a year old port.

[Xiru]

Cause graphics make the game better right? I mean this is the crap I hear from Wii fans everyday. Gameplay > Graphics, but yet you are using Graphics > Gameplay against PS3 fans. IGN said it controls better and has more content on PS3. Not to mention higher rez textures. Different reviewer = different scores. Ps3 version is superior according to this review. I'll go back to watching MGS4 as soon as you xbots stop wishing you had it.

[Tacki]

First of all, I'd like to know what makes a version 'superior' to another version. Is it graphics? Or content? Maybe a combination of both? Or is the overall score all that matters? Oh, wait... could it be sales? I have a feeling that you have no way of answering that question and sticking to what you say in other situations. Because what is it that most people that tout the 'superiority' of their console's edition of a game do? They adapt their reasoning to the situation at present, and in doing so often commit acts of hypocrisy.

Bioshock is better on the 360 because it has better graphics is what YOU are trying to say. However, exclusives modes and DLC for the PS3 version mean nothing? Are you then saying that graphics are more important than gameplay? It would certainly seem that way. How interesting then that you would say 'go back to watching mgs4.' Hmmm... but didn't you just suggest that graphics are worth more than gameplay? According to your own logic you must deeply enjoy MGS4. I have a feeling that should Fallout 3 look the same on both the PS3 and 360 that the 'superior' version will be on the 360 because of the DLC. But it makes no difference for Bioshock aye? I'm sure that Mirror's Edge DLC won't matter to you either. I just have a feeling y'know.

"FACT: the overalll score and the score for graphics are higher on the 360."

If I could please just have another few moments of your time, good sir. I believe I've discovered something you may find interesting.

IGN San Andreas Xbox Review
http://xbox.ign.com/article...

"Now, Xbox gamers have the chance to own a superior version of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. The graphic differences are less obvious than the Xbox GTA Bundle is over the PS2 versions of those games, but the game itself is the same, the content is exactly the same." - excerpt from closing comments

10 - Presentation
7.0 - Graphics
9.5 - Sound
9.0 - Gameplay
9.5 - Lasting Appeal

Overall: 9.5

Now let us have a little peak into the PS2 version of the game shall we?

IGN San Andreas PS2 Review
http://ps2.ign.com/articles...

10 - Presentation
8.5 - Graphics
9.5 - Sound
10 - Gameplay
10 - Lasting Appeal

Overall: 9.9

Oh, dear... something's not right here. You saw it yourself, IGN stated that the Xbox version was 'superior', yet the overall score and several of the aspects like graphics, gameplay, and lasting appeal were rated lower. What's going on?! It couldn't be because it was over 6 months old when it hit the Xbox and it was reviewed by a different person.... could it? Nah, can't be. That would just be absurd, right etownone? ;)

When will people start to realize how pathetic it is to boast about some of the most minute and insignificant features of a specific version? This goes to everyone... though the bulk of my comment was directed towards etownone and those who would use such flawed and hypocritical arguments. Do you want to know what version of Bioshock is really the best? Ok, I'll tell you... but you've got to keep it a secret. It's.... the one you play and enjoy the most. Why? Because if you're a gamer you don't sit back and let review scores tell you what the 'facts' are. Reviews are only opinions of another person who is probably lucky enough to get payed for what he does. Their verdict holds no power over our own experiences as individuals.

What would you accomplish if you WERE able to convince every single person that you are right? Would that game your playing somehow improve? I doubt it. If another's opinion somehow effects your enjoyment of a particular game then I have to question why you're really playing games in the first place. Ask yourself... are you interested in gaming or are you interested in being convinced that you have something that's better than what another person has? Why stop at games then? Make sure you have a 'superior' tv, girlfriend, toaster, cat, socks, welcome mat, etc. Or you can go the reasonable route and accept that everyone has different tastes and preferrences. Show a little respect and perhaps you'll be shown the same. There will always be those who won't give you the same courtesy... but there's many who will.

We all enjoy the same hobby here. That's gaming. The problem is we divide ourselves by viewing the owners of another console as a seperate tribe. One that threatens our very existence. This simply is not true. We're all people and we're all gamers. We've created something like a form of segregation... when there really isn't a need for any of that. I've already said so much and am doubtful that most will read my message. For those who do... I am grateful. Even if you do not agree with any or all that I say... I thank you for taking the time to read through.

[Gun_Senshi]

gameplay should be 7 and lasting appeal 2.

But for its price it worth it.

I don't know if they improved lasting appeal on ps3 but i played it on Ps3. Story atmosphere sound etc is all top notch, but it gets repetiative sometimes and once you pass it you leave it there, unless you thorpy wh0re.

[MvmntInGrn]

So equal to 360 with some texture hiccups that are going to be patched and new content, sounds very good!

[BWS1982]

also said some are prettier, watch the video :)

[PopEmUp]

got it on pc why bother who give the f about the extra it's already been almost a year, i be spending money on lbp rfom2 mt2 and etc etc why spend on old game waste of money in my opinion

[badz149]

...if only I'm a trophy whore! I played it on the highest setting on my PC and although never finished it due to my hatred/incompetency using kb+mouse, I'll keep this game in my KIV list for a while! it's a great game - no doubt about that but for me $60(more for me because I import my games) for a year old game is asking for too much! I hope I can find a cheap one maybe on ebay later on and buy it.

[HairyBrownSack]

Enjoy your YEAR OLD glitchy port with crap graphics. poor droids.

[Agent VX]

LOL, bunch of tard fanboys....

This is a great game, and any of the PS3 owners that haven't played this game, do yourself a favor and get it.

Just because it is a year old, the graphics are great, and the concept and gameplay are top notch.

[MRMagoo123]

Your accusing ppl of being fanboys wow a thought springs to mind though it involves a pot a kettle and the colour black

[sixaxis]

IGn didnt say anywhere that ps3 version is worse. Yeee. Instead: "visuals within the game, which have received a number of enhancements"

And the patch. I guess IGN says its a year old game and looking the heavy hitters this year like mgs4, FC2 etc, Bioshock dosent shine out from other games like it did last year, yeah it happens with every game.

[slave2Dcontroller]

I'm gonna get it when the price drops.

[robotnik]

Superior version in the PS3.
And since the PS3 just got the best game of the Xbox catalogue, the Xbox is useless now.

Another point: PS3 is quiet, X¡360 is noisy as hell, as a nuclear reactor. Therefore, this game will be better experienced in the superior PS3 hardware and the Dualshock controller from Sony.

[Figboy]

me picking up Fable 2 this friday (store is getting it early, and i already picked up Little Big Planet today), and Fallout 3 the next week, and Resistance 2 the next week, Bioshock and Eternal Sonata would TOTALLY be on my must have list.

oh yeah, and Dead Space is already out, and Far Cry 2 hits next week also.

Bioshock was the second best game i played last year (the first being Uncharted), but there are too many new, and quality games coming out unfortunately (especially Fallout 3).

i'll still pick up Bioshock and Eternal Sonata, but they are on the waiting list.

it's really too bad, because if they had hit about a month ago, i would have been able to buy them, no problem.

[Mr_Potato_]

Another AAA+ on PS3, unlike 360 which had nothing this year (except Too Human, but it's a FFF, not a AAA).

[CrazyOrange]

im not buying bioshock 2.
i bought this for 360. i didnt like it at all, short gameplay, no cut scene, wierd story ( all its just a man fall into the sea ).

im looking forword for better games LBP/GeOW2/Fable2..etc

[ezcex]

Hey guys, I havent played bioshock yet so i was wondering which console should i pick it up for. i heard the 360 version is 29.99 so does the extra stuff in the ps3 version justify the extra costs for me? if there was an online id get it for ps3 but since there isnt im kinda stuck. help plz. i need a no bs assessment. thanks