Alright, Boyz!! Here we go... Bioshock impressions!! - Page 4

Eaglesfan27 · 09-01-2007, 12:01 PM

I have a question about two small areas that I haven't been able to access yet that are annoying me. If you are past the Hephaestus area, the spoiler shouldn't give anything away:

Spoiler

Yellow5 · 09-03-2007, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeVic

So has anyone run across a bug that my friend has right now?

I started to have this happen last night. The game would freeze for a few seconds every few minutes. I solved it by clearing the cache holding down the LB and RB when the game loads.

TroyF · 09-03-2007, 03:58 PM

I finished the game last night. I'll be writing a review today or tomorrow. It'll be the first game to ever get a perfect score from me.

I'll put this as simply as I can: This is the single best game I've ever played. If you like FPS, get this game. I don't care if you get it for the PC or the 360. Just get it.

I'm deciding what to play tonight. . . Metroid or this one again in a different way. I think I'll play Metroid, but this game will never, ever be out of my rotation of games. This is what gaming is all about.

Eaglesfan27 · 09-03-2007, 05:22 PM

I'm near the very end of the game and I have to agree with Troy, except I would say even if you usually don't like shooters, try this game out. It's that good. It's definitely among my top games of all time. The story line, the gameplay, and the atmosphere combine to create a truly great game. I'll be starting this again as soon as I can, this time trying to be evil.

Maple Leafs · 09-03-2007, 07:18 PM

I noticed the demo has an "easy" setting. Since I don't really play shooters and am more interested in the story/atmosphere, would that be a decent option if I bought the game? Or does "easy" remove certain areas and/or storyline possibilities from the game?

Eaglesfan27 · 09-03-2007, 07:21 PM

I'm not sure Maple Leafs. However, I just beat it on medium (normal) and I think I missed an area or at least one secret area. I'm not good at shooters, but except for a few of the Big Daddy's and the final fight, I didn't have much trouble at all and that was with a house rule for myself that I wouldn't use the resurrection chambers.

sabotai · 09-03-2007, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

I noticed the demo has an "easy" setting. Since I don't really play shooters and am more interested in the story/atmosphere, would that be a decent option if I bought the game? Or does "easy" remove certain areas and/or storyline possibilities from the game?

Normally in shooters, "easy" would mean fewer monsters to fight, monsters and bosses have less health and hurt less, you'll find more health/ammo/powerups, etc. Can't say for sure with this game since I haven't played it, but that's generally how difficulty levels work for shooters.

TroyF · 09-03-2007, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

I noticed the demo has an "easy" setting. Since I don't really play shooters and am more interested in the story/atmosphere, would that be a decent option if I bought the game? Or does "easy" remove certain areas and/or storyline possibilities from the game?

I think it's like sab said. You'll still get the full storyline, it'll just be easier to beat.

It is well worth playing this game for the storyline alone BTW.

Big Fo · 09-03-2007, 08:30 PM

I'd recommend playing on Normal, the game doesn't really punish you for dying multiple times and ammo isn't too hard to come by.

I hardly ever play shooters and Normal isn't giving me much trouble, sometimes a little bit of thought can help as much as eliteness keyboard/mouse skills (or gamepad if you're considering the 360 version) when fighting enemies in this game anyhow.

But yeah, the game is more about the story than the level of difficultly. Try the demo and see what you like.

MizzouRah · 09-04-2007, 09:57 AM

I'm going very slow and put in some more time with it this weekend. I'm still amazed at all the detail in this game.

With all the garbage talk of sports games and what not that seems to be the mainstream of conversation nowdays, it's refreshing to get away to something this great and forget about sliders and what's realistic and what's not.

Peregrine · 09-04-2007, 10:35 AM

I'm really loving the game, I just entered the Arcadia part and am having a blast. One thing I really like is how they space out the upgrade options, finding out you can upgrade your weapons was neat, and I still have the invention system to look forward to.

RainMaker · 09-05-2007, 09:18 PM

I am not a huge fan of shooters but picked it up after being immersed in the demo. It's the best console game I've ever played. Perfect mix of stick skills, strategy, and creativity.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 09-06-2007, 12:05 PM

FYI to 360 owners of Bioshock. DO NOT download the patch that was released today. Major framerate issues have cropped up with the patch. This post on Loot Ninja gives info on how to unapply the patch if you have already installed it.

http://loot-ninja.com/2007/09/05/bio...merate-issues/

MizzouRah · 09-06-2007, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Mizzou B-ball fan

FYI to 360 owners of Bioshock. DO NOT download the patch that was released today. Major framerate issues have cropped up with the patch. This post on Loot Ninja gives info on how to unapply the patch if you have already installed it.

http://loot-ninja.com/2007/09/05/bio...merate-issues/

Thanks for the heads up!

KWhit · 09-06-2007, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Mizzou B-ball fan

FYI to 360 owners of Bioshock. DO NOT download the patch that was released today. Major framerate issues have cropped up with the patch. This post on Loot Ninja gives info on how to unapply the patch if you have already installed it.

http://loot-ninja.com/2007/09/05/bio...merate-issues/

I got the game last night. When I loaded it up for the first time, I DLed a patch. Is that the patch referenced here?

You say the patch was released today. Are you sure about that? If so, I'm okay because it would be a different patch than the one I applied last night.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 09-06-2007, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by KWhit

I got the game last night. When I loaded it up for the first time, I DLed a patch. Is that the patch referenced here?

You say the patch was released today. Are you sure about that? If so, I'm okay because it would be a different patch than the one I applied last night.

I honestly plead ignorance on this. I just saw it on Loot Ninja and noticed no one had given a heads-up yet. Even if it is the same one, people are reporting that the fix Loot Ninja gave works well. Or you can just wait a couple of days and they'll likely have a fix for the fix out.

Yellow5 · 09-06-2007, 03:49 PM

I am using the patch and have not seen any *new* issues with framerate. It feels the same to me.

cartman · 09-06-2007, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Mizzou B-ball fan

FYI to 360 owners of Bioshock. DO NOT download the patch that was released today. Major framerate issues have cropped up with the patch. This post on Loot Ninja gives info on how to unapply the patch if you have already installed it.

http://loot-ninja.com/2007/09/05/bio...merate-issues/

This is a very jbmagic-esque post.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 09-06-2007, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by cartman

This is a very jbmagic-esque post.

I have no clue who that is. Regardless, if you haven't installed the patch, no worries.

cartman · 09-06-2007, 05:03 PM

It refers to the numerous posts where he would make definitive statements about games he did not own or did not play. A blog entry by one guy having an issue does not a widespread problem make.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 09-06-2007, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by cartman

It refers to the numerous posts where he would make definitive statements about games he did not own or did not play. A blog entry by one guy having an issue does not a widespread problem make.

Sorry it bothered you. I've actually played Bioshock at a friend's house and stated it should be Game of the Year in another thread, so I'm not all too sure what your point is.

MikeVic · 09-06-2007, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Mizzou B-ball fan

FYI to 360 owners of Bioshock. DO NOT download the patch that was released today. Major framerate issues have cropped up with the patch.

cropped = crop dust? jb started that thread. Fishy fishy.

cartman · 09-06-2007, 05:23 PM

My point is that you warned ALL users that there are serious problems with the patch and not to download it, based on one blogger's experience.

Yellow5 · 09-06-2007, 06:47 PM

Thanks to a night of insomnia and a sick day @ work I just completed the game.

Really impressed with what the developers have pulled off with Bioshock. An incredible hybrid game that is almost perfect. Bioshock had me thinking about the game even when I wasn't playing, to the point where I had dreams influenced by events in the game.

I played through as a "good guy" on easy and felt like I didn't miss anything. I'll be playing evil and normal mode next time around to see how things turn out.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 09-06-2007, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by cartman

My point is that you warned ALL users that there are serious problems with the patch and not to download it, based on one blogger's experience.

Well, I'll warn everyone except you next time since this obviously bent you out of shape to no end.

MizzouRah · 09-07-2007, 11:40 AM

You do seem to post things from a "second hand" perspective.

Oh my, Bill hates NCAA Foorball!!! Run out and scream!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Pumpy Tudors · 09-07-2007, 11:51 AM

How does someone hang out here for 6 years and not know who jbmagic is?

MizzouRah · 09-07-2007, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Pumpy Tudors

How does someone hang out here for 6 years and not know who jbmagic is?

I bet he knows the history of your taint.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 09-07-2007, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by MizzouRah

I bet he knows the history of your taint.

I also know a little something about trout, but that's another story and a whole lot more therapy, so I won't bother with that.

cartman · 09-08-2007, 02:54 AM

Just finished the game. All I can say is, WOW! Half-Life 2 was my previous all time favorite FPS experience, and now Bioshock has taken the mantle.

Schmidty · 09-08-2007, 03:00 AM

I finally bought the game (PC of course), and have been blown away.

The only problem is that the sounds fucking scare the shit out of me, but in this game, the sounds are an absolute must if you want to stay alive. Usually, I mute games like this and use subtitles, unless there's a big cut-scene type thing about to happen. What's worse, is that I have to play the game with my earphones on because I don't want my wife and daughter to have to hear any of it, so it's like right in my head.

Does it ever get less freaky, or am I in for a long, jumpy road?

cartman · 09-08-2007, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Schmidty

Does it ever get less freaky, or am I in for a long, jumpy road?

You are gonna need a stack of those astronaut diapers. The sounds only get more intense.

TroyF · 09-08-2007, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Schmidty

I finally bought the game (PC of course), and have been blown away.

The only problem is that the sounds fucking scare the shit out of me, but in this game, the sounds are an absolute must if you want to stay alive. Usually, I mute games like this and use subtitles, unless there's a big cut-scene type thing about to happen. What's worse, is that I have to play the game with my earphones on because I don't want my wife and daughter to have to hear any of it, so it's like right in my head.

Does it ever get less freaky, or am I in for a long, jumpy road?

Get ready for a long, jumpy road.

The amazing thing? I've started a replay of the thing and even when I KNOW something is about to happen, it still causes me to jump.

ugh.

MizzouRah · 09-08-2007, 09:34 AM

It's about time Schmidty!

Eaglesfan27 · 09-08-2007, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by TroyF

Get ready for a long, jumpy road.

The amazing thing? I've started a replay of the thing and even when I KNOW something is about to happen, it still causes me to jump.

ugh.

Ditto for me. Wife is away today too, so I'll be turning the surround sound up tonight even louder and I'm sure I'll be more jumpy.

MizzouRah · 09-08-2007, 11:16 AM

I'm finally to Arcadia.

cartman · 09-08-2007, 11:20 AM

Hey, MizzouRah, how about a title change for this thread? It's been lacking the "Alright boyz..." flava for far too long.

MizzouRah · 09-08-2007, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by cartman

Hey, MizzouRah, how about a title change for this thread? It's been lacking the "Alright boyz..." flava for far too long.

Did you use telekenesis on me?

MizzouRah · 06-21-2009, 10:03 PM

Playing through this masterpiece again. This is probably my top FPS of all time, even better than COD 4 and Half Life was for me.

It still scares the sheee-it out of me.

DataKing · 06-22-2009, 12:27 PM

Best FPS ever. I'm not big on buying games the moment they come out, but BioShock 2 will be in my grubby little hands the instant it hits the shelves later this year.

spleen1015 · 06-22-2009, 12:48 PM

I need to finish this game. I never got very far since this came out in the middle of my WoW addiction.

MizzouRah · 06-22-2009, 05:02 PM

Yes you do spleen!

DK, I'm going to buy Bioshock as well on release day!

lighthousekeeper · 07-05-2009, 12:46 AM

finally finished the game. i loved the early 20th century art deco style theme. The developers absolutely succeeded in creating a unique atmosphere. The ending came pretty abruptly though: when the final cutscene ended, i was surprised that there wasn't another level to play.

09-01-2007, 12:01 PM	#151
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	I have a question about two small areas that I haven't been able to access yet that are annoying me. If you are past the Hephaestus area, the spoiler shouldn't give anything away: Spoiler In the area where I had to kill the 4 people to take their pictures and put on the masterpiece, I noticed there was an area I couldn't get to. There was a spiraling sculpture, but I couldn't figure out how to jump from piece to piece to get up there. Do you have to make all of those jumps to get up there, or do you eventually get a plasmid that allows you to fly, or is there another way up to that area? Also, in Hephaestus, there is a recorder and some objects under the stairs near Kyburz's offices and the upper workshops. I thought that the area might become accessible when I redirect the magma, but no luck. I've looked all over for crawlspaces and I can't find an access point. Can anyone either PM me or post in this thread the answers. Thanks in advance. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

09-03-2007, 05:22 PM	#154
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	I'm near the very end of the game and I have to agree with Troy, except I would say even if you usually don't like shooters, try this game out. It's that good. It's definitely among my top games of all time. The story line, the gameplay, and the atmosphere combine to create a truly great game. I'll be starting this again as soon as I can, this time trying to be evil. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen. Last edited by Eaglesfan27 : 09-03-2007 at 05:26 PM.

09-03-2007, 07:18 PM	#155
Maple Leafs Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002	I noticed the demo has an "easy" setting. Since I don't really play shooters and am more interested in the story/atmosphere, would that be a decent option if I bought the game? Or does "easy" remove certain areas and/or storyline possibilities from the game? __________________ Down Goes Brown: Toronto Maple Leafs Humor and Analysis

09-03-2007, 07:21 PM	#156
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	I'm not sure Maple Leafs. However, I just beat it on medium (normal) and I think I missed an area or at least one secret area. I'm not good at shooters, but except for a few of the Big Daddy's and the final fight, I didn't have much trouble at all and that was with a house rule for myself that I wouldn't use the resurrection chambers. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen. Last edited by Eaglesfan27 : 09-03-2007 at 07:23 PM.

09-06-2007, 03:49 PM	#167
Yellow5 High School Varsity Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Tacoma, Wa.	I am using the patch and have not seen any new issues with framerate. It feels the same to me. __________________ Xbox Gamertag: m0nk3y b0t

09-03-2007, 03:58 PM	#153
TroyF Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000	I finished the game last night. I'll be writing a review today or tomorrow. It'll be the first game to ever get a perfect score from me. I'll put this as simply as I can: This is the single best game I've ever played. If you like FPS, get this game. I don't care if you get it for the PC or the 360. Just get it. I'm deciding what to play tonight. . . Metroid or this one again in a different way. I think I'll play Metroid, but this game will never, ever be out of my rotation of games. This is what gaming is all about.

09-03-2007, 08:30 PM	#159
Big Fo Pro Rookie Join Date: Jan 2005	I'd recommend playing on Normal, the game doesn't really punish you for dying multiple times and ammo isn't too hard to come by. I hardly ever play shooters and Normal isn't giving me much trouble, sometimes a little bit of thought can help as much as eliteness keyboard/mouse skills (or gamepad if you're considering the 360 version) when fighting enemies in this game anyhow. But yeah, the game is more about the story than the level of difficultly. Try the demo and see what you like.

09-04-2007, 09:57 AM	#160
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	I'm going very slow and put in some more time with it this weekend. I'm still amazed at all the detail in this game. With all the garbage talk of sports games and what not that seems to be the mainstream of conversation nowdays, it's refreshing to get away to something this great and forget about sliders and what's realistic and what's not.

09-04-2007, 10:35 AM	#161
Peregrine Pro Starter Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Cary, NC	I'm really loving the game, I just entered the Arcadia part and am having a blast. One thing I really like is how they space out the upgrade options, finding out you can upgrade your weapons was neat, and I still have the invention system to look forward to.

09-05-2007, 09:18 PM	#162
RainMaker Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Chicago, IL	I am not a huge fan of shooters but picked it up after being immersed in the demo. It's the best console game I've ever played. Perfect mix of stick skills, strategy, and creativity.

09-06-2007, 12:05 PM	#163
Mizzou B-ball fan General Manager Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kansas City, MO	FYI to 360 owners of Bioshock. DO NOT download the patch that was released today. Major framerate issues have cropped up with the patch. This post on Loot Ninja gives info on how to unapply the patch if you have already installed it. http://loot-ninja.com/2007/09/05/bio...merate-issues/

09-06-2007, 05:03 PM	#170
cartman Death Herald Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Le stelle la notte sono grandi e luminose nel cuore profondo del Texas	It refers to the numerous posts where he would make definitive statements about games he did not own or did not play. A blog entry by one guy having an issue does not a widespread problem make. __________________ Thinkin' of a master plan 'Cuz ain't nuthin' but sweat inside my hand So I dig into my pocket, all my money is spent So I dig deeper but still comin' up with lint

09-06-2007, 05:23 PM	#173
cartman Death Herald Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Le stelle la notte sono grandi e luminose nel cuore profondo del Texas	My point is that you warned ALL users that there are serious problems with the patch and not to download it, based on one blogger's experience. __________________ Thinkin' of a master plan 'Cuz ain't nuthin' but sweat inside my hand So I dig into my pocket, all my money is spent So I dig deeper but still comin' up with lint

09-06-2007, 06:47 PM	#174
Yellow5 High School Varsity Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Tacoma, Wa.	Thanks to a night of insomnia and a sick day @ work I just completed the game. Really impressed with what the developers have pulled off with Bioshock. An incredible hybrid game that is almost perfect. Bioshock had me thinking about the game even when I wasn't playing, to the point where I had dreams influenced by events in the game. I played through as a "good guy" on easy and felt like I didn't miss anything. I'll be playing evil and normal mode next time around to see how things turn out. __________________ Xbox Gamertag: m0nk3y b0t

09-07-2007, 11:40 AM	#176
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	You do seem to post things from a "second hand" perspective. Oh my, Bill hates NCAA Foorball!!! Run out and scream!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

09-07-2007, 11:51 AM	#177
Pumpy Tudors Bounty Hunter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	How does someone hang out here for 6 years and not know who jbmagic is? __________________ No, I am not Batman, and I will not repair your food processor.

09-08-2007, 02:54 AM	#180
cartman Death Herald Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Le stelle la notte sono grandi e luminose nel cuore profondo del Texas	Just finished the game. All I can say is, WOW! Half-Life 2 was my previous all time favorite FPS experience, and now Bioshock has taken the mantle. __________________ Thinkin' of a master plan 'Cuz ain't nuthin' but sweat inside my hand So I dig into my pocket, all my money is spent So I dig deeper but still comin' up with lint

09-08-2007, 03:00 AM	#181
Schmidty Coordinator Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Early, TX	I finally bought the game (PC of course), and have been blown away. The only problem is that the sounds fucking scare the shit out of me, but in this game, the sounds are an absolute must if you want to stay alive. Usually, I mute games like this and use subtitles, unless there's a big cut-scene type thing about to happen. What's worse, is that I have to play the game with my earphones on because I don't want my wife and daughter to have to hear any of it, so it's like right in my head. Does it ever get less freaky, or am I in for a long, jumpy road? __________________ Just beat the devil out of it!!! - Bob Ross

09-08-2007, 09:34 AM	#184
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	It's about time Schmidty!

09-08-2007, 11:16 AM	#186
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	I'm finally to Arcadia.

09-08-2007, 11:20 AM	#187
cartman Death Herald Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Le stelle la notte sono grandi e luminose nel cuore profondo del Texas	Hey, MizzouRah, how about a title change for this thread? It's been lacking the "Alright boyz..." flava for far too long. __________________ Thinkin' of a master plan 'Cuz ain't nuthin' but sweat inside my hand So I dig into my pocket, all my money is spent So I dig deeper but still comin' up with lint

06-21-2009, 10:03 PM	#189
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	Playing through this masterpiece again. This is probably my top FPS of all time, even better than COD 4 and Half Life was for me. It still scares the sheee-it out of me.

06-22-2009, 12:27 PM	#190
DataKing Pro Rookie Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Chicago	Best FPS ever. I'm not big on buying games the moment they come out, but BioShock 2 will be in my grubby little hands the instant it hits the shelves later this year. __________________ Current Games Diablo III (BattleTag: DataKing#1685) Allegiances: Chicago Bears - Detroit Red Wings - Kansas Jayhawks Awards: 2011 Golden Scribe - Other Sports Category (The Straight(away) and Narrow - A Forza Motorsport 3 Dynasty)

06-22-2009, 12:48 PM	#191
spleen1015 Coordinator Join Date: Sep 2003	I need to finish this game. I never got very far since this came out in the middle of my WoW addiction.

06-22-2009, 05:02 PM	#192
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	Yes you do spleen! DK, I'm going to buy Bioshock as well on release day!

07-05-2009, 12:46 AM	#193
lighthousekeeper College Starter Join Date: Oct 2000	finally finished the game. i loved the early 20th century art deco style theme. The developers absolutely succeeded in creating a unique atmosphere. The ending came pretty abruptly though: when the final cutscene ended, i was surprised that there wasn't another level to play. __________________ ...

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