Latest Bioshock News

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  Was ‘BioShock Infinite’ Delayed to Add Multiplayer?

  Though Ken Levine says that the ‘BioShock Infinite’ delay will make the game better, a job posting for Irrational suggests it could be for adding multiplayer.

  by Anthony Taormina | May 9, 20126 Comments

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  ‘BioShock: Infinite’ Delayed into 2013; Making Room for ‘GTA 5′ in October 2012?

  Irrational Games announces that their highly-anticipated title ‘BioShock: Infinite’ has been delayed into 2013 – and one analyst believes the move could be intended to make room for Take-Two’s other hot property, ‘Grand Theft Auto 5.’

  by Ben Kendrick | May 9, 201213 Comments

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  Irrational Still Planning ‘BioShock’ Movie, Confirms Ken Levine

  Don’t write off the ‘BioShock’ movie just yet. Even with ‘BioShock Infinite’ ready to release this October, Ken Levine explains why he hasn’t forgotten about the forlorn project.

  by Brian Sipple | May 6, 201215 Comments

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  Weekly Video Game News Roundup: May 4th

  In the April 27th – May 4th roundup we discuss ‘Metal Gear Rising’ heading to Vita, the successful Kickstarter for ‘Shadowrun Returns,’ the ‘Portal 2′ level editor, what PlayStation Plus will offer to subscribers and much, much more.

  by Curt Hutson | May 4, 20122 Comments

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  Ken Levine Gives Update on ‘BioShock’ Vita; Might Go to Different Developer

  It’s been some time since the initial announcement but Ken Levine has given a brief update on ‘BioShock’ for the Vita, and the forecast doesn’t look too good.

  by Anthony Taormina | Apr 26, 20128 Comments

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  Uwe Boll Locked in as New Director for ‘BioShock’ Movie [Updated]

  Following the expensive demands of former director Juan Carlos Fresnadillo, Universal has decided to push out a ‘BioShock’ film on a modest budget – with infamous video game adaptation filmmaker Uwe Boll at the helm.

  by Ben Kendrick | Apr 1, 201216 Comments

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  Ken Levine Nominated for TIME’s 100 Most Influential People

  Ken Levine, the man behind the upcoming ‘Bioshock: Infinite’ and co-founder of Irrational Games, has been nominated for a spot on TIME magazine’s ’100 Most Influential People of 2012′ list.

  by Riley Little | Mar 29, 20122 Comments

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  Final ‘BioShock Infinite’ Heavy Hitter Revealed; Meet ‘The Siren’

  Irrational Games has revealed the last member of their Heavy Hitter enemy class for ‘BioShock Infinite’, a necromancing singer called The Siren.

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 27, 20125 Comments

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  Former Director Shares Details on Failed ‘BioShock’ Film Adaptation

  Juan Carlos Fresnadillo, who was set to direct an adaptation of Irrational Games’ ‘BioShock’, gives his thoughts on the property, including the importance of an R rating.

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 22, 201213 Comments

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  ‘BioShock Infinite’s’ ‘Boys of Silence’ are the Most Terrifying Heavy Hitters Yet

  The third Heavy Hitter from ‘BioShock Infinite’ makes his debut this week. Again mixing man with machine, the ‘Boys of Silence’ look to be one of the game’s most fearsome opponents.

  by Brian Sipple | Mar 20, 20125 Comments

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  ‘BioShock Infinite’ Has a Ton More Dialogue Than ‘BioShock’

  Irrational Game’s Ken Levine revealed that just one level in ‘BioShock Infinite’ contains 3 or 4 times more dialogue than all of ‘BioShock’.

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 20, 20126 Comments

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  ‘BioShock Infinite’ Heavy Hitter Trailer Features ‘The Handyman’

  In the second installment to their preview of ‘BioShock Infinite’s’ Heavy Hitters, Irrational Games introduces us to the massive but nimble Handyman. Check him out, along with some new gameplay footage of the highly-anticipated shooter.

  by Brian Sipple | Mar 14, 20125 Comments

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  Ken Levine Talks PlayStation Move Support for ‘BioShock: Infinite’

  It’s been a while since we’ve heard anything about the Move support reportedly coming to ‘Bioshock: Infinite’, and Ken Levine would like to keep it that way.

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 12, 2012No Comments

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  George Washington Wields a Gatling Gun in ‘BioShock Infinite’

  Unveiling the ‘Motorized Patriot’ heavy hitter in ‘BioShock Infinite,’ Irrational Games has taken historical fiction to the next level – a robotic George Washington with a Gatling gun. Ye tyrants be warned.

  by Brian Sipple | Mar 8, 20123 Comments

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  ‘BioShock Infinite’ Release Date Confirmed [Updated]

  The wait for ‘BioShock Infinite’ will finally come to end this this fall, as 2K and Irrational Games have revealed their release plans for our trip to the city of Columbia.

  by Brian Sipple | Mar 1, 20122 Comments

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  How BioShock: Infinite’s Elizabeth Controls The Fate of Columbia

  Still unclear on the importance of Elizabeth to the events of ‘BioShock: Infinite’? The game’s creator explains her role in a prophecy that could destroy the entire city.

  by Andrew Dyce | Jan 30, 20127 Comments

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  Irrational Games Is Jittery Over ‘BioShock Infinite’ Reception

  Irrational Games reveal that they are on ‘pins and needles’ every time they showcase the upcoming ‘Bioshock: Infinite’ to the public.

  by Curt Hutson | Jan 17, 20122 Comments

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  Ken Levine Discusses Writing and Directing ‘BioShock Infinite’

  Diretor of ‘BioShock: Infinite’ Ken Levine explains how challenging it was to both write and direct the game’s two protagonists, Booker and Elizabeth.

  by Tyler Schirado | Jan 10, 2012No Comments

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  Spike VGAs 2011: ‘BioShock: Infinite’ Trailer

  The spiritual successor to ‘BioShock’ has a brand new trailer from tonight’s Spike VGAs. Take a look at ‘BioShock: Infinite,’ with some vocal accompaniment.

  by Andrew Dyce | Dec 10, 20115 Comments

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  New ‘BioShock: Infinite’ Screenshot Teases Bigger VGAs Reveal

  A cryptic image has been revealed for ‘BioShock: Infinite’ in preparation for a new trailer’s release during the Spike Video Game Awards this Saturday.

  by Anthony Taormina | Dec 6, 20112 Comments

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  Ken Levine Shares More Details About The Songbird in ‘BioShock: Infinite’

  Irrational Games’ Ken Levine shares some details about the assumed antagonist of ‘BioShock: Infinite’ and its complicated relationship with Columbia and Elizabeth.

  by Anthony Taormina | Nov 28, 20113 Comments

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  Ken Levine Gives Update on ‘BioShock’ Movie Adaptation

  Irrational Games head, Ken Levine, takes a break from ‘BioShock: Infinite’ to give an update on the ‘BioShock’ film adaptation as well as discusses how he’d like to see the story approached.

  by Ben Kendrick | Nov 15, 20112 Comments

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  Ken Levine Talks Inception of ‘BioShock: Infinite’

  Irrational Games’ Ken Levine talkes the developers decisions to move away from Rapture and create the world of Columbia for ‘BioShock: Infinite.’

  by Anthony Taormina | Nov 15, 20112 Comments

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  ‘BioShock: Infinite’ To Get PlayStation Move Peripheral? [Updated]

  It seems that Sony accidently revealed a new Move peripheral for ‘BioShock: Infinite’. If it’s true, what could Sony and Irrational have in the works?

  by Anthony Mole | Nov 8, 20111 Comment

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  10 Scary Moments From The Current Generation Of Gaming

  To celebrate the fright-filled holiday that is Halloween, we’ve comprised a list of 10 scary moments from modern video games. Check them out and share yours!

  by C.J. Smillie | Oct 31, 201165 Comments

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  ‘BioShock: Infinite’ Trailer Showcases Fast-Paced Gameplay & Massive Enemies

  The ‘Bioshock: Infinite’ trailer unveiled at Tokyo Game Show manages to break the language barrier as it shows off the emotion present in the upcoming game while also showing off more of its fast-paced, intense gameplay.

  by Ryan Blanchard | Sep 19, 20114 Comments

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  ‘BioShock: Infinite’ Screenshots Paint A Chilling Picture

  ‘BioShock: Infinite’ is still keeping story details under wraps, but that doesn’t mean we can’t get a few more looks at one of next year’s most anticipated titles.

  by Andrew Dyce | Aug 17, 20119 Comments

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  BioShock Infinite Sales Prediction

  ‘Bioshock: Infinite’ is set for a release early next year, and analysts already think it will be a top sellers of 2012, beating out its two predecessors.

  by Anthony Mole | Aug 14, 20111 Comment

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  ‘BioShock: Infinite’ Time Rift Sequence Almost Featured ‘Primeval Forest’

  Our E3 demo of ‘BioShock: Infinite’ featured many jaw-dropping moments including a time rift sequence that, as Ken Levine explains, almost looked completely different.

  by Anthony Taormina | Aug 11, 20115 Comments

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  Ken Levine Briefly Talks ‘BioShock’ on PS Vita

  Though his and Irrational Games’ main focus is on ‘BioShock: Infinite’, Ken Levine briefly shared his vision for bringing the series to the PS Vita.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jul 13, 20111 Comment

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  ‘BioShock: Infinite’ Director Explains Importance of Elizabeth

  ‘BioShock: Infinite’ is bringing a new companion in to the mix, but just how important the character of Elizabeth is to the series and the developer can’t be understated.

  by Andrew Dyce | Jul 9, 20113 Comments

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  ‘BioShock: Infinite’ Full E3 Demo Video [Update]

  The full ‘BioShock: Infinite’ E3 Demo video shows why the game won so many awards at E3, and should be more than enough to get fans hyped. Don’t miss it!

  by Anthony Mole | Jul 8, 201118 Comments

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  Full ‘BioShock: Infinite’ E3 Demo Next Week, Irrational Releases First Two Minutes

  The full demo won’t be available until next week, but gamers can get a brief preview of why ‘BioShock: Infinite’ won Game Rant’s E3 2011 Best of Show award.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jul 1, 20114 Comments

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  Ken Levine Explains ‘Tears’ in New ‘Bioshock: Infinite’ Trailer

  Ken Levine is at it again, this time detailing the ‘tear’ mechanic that will add a new dynamic to combat and will push the story forward in ‘Bioshock: Infinite.’

  by Anthony Taormina | Jun 23, 20115 Comments

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  E3 2011: ‘BioShock Infinite’ Preview

  Game Rant sat in on a live demo of ‘Bioshock: Infinite’ that showcased some of the title’s new gameplay mechanics and storytelling techniques. Read our preview to find out more.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jun 10, 20111 Comment

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  More ‘BioShock: Infinite’ Propaganda Artwork Released

  After a long silence, Irrational Games teases us with a peek at the controversial and politically-charged artwork that’s setting the stage for the drama of ‘Infinite.’

  by Isaac Calon | May 30, 20112 Comments

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  2K Games & XLGames Working on MMO

  2K Games partners with XLGames to bring one of the their hit IPs into the MMO universe. Could it be related to BioShock?

  by William Case | May 24, 2011No Comments

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  Irrational Games Promises Simultaneous ‘Bioshock: Infinite’ Release Across Platforms

  ‘Bioshock: Infinite’ will be enjoying a simultaneous release on the PS3, PC, and Xbox 360 – with the developer looking to the PS3 for programming inspiration.

  by Anthony Taormina | Nov 20, 20102 Comments

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  Ken Levine Says PCs are the Future of Gaming

  Despite the success of consoles, Kevin Levine, President of Irrational Games believes that, even after 30 years, the future of gaming still lies in the PC.

  by Andrew Dyce | Oct 29, 20109 Comments

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  Propaganda Gives Us a Look At The Political Divisions Of ‘BioShock: Infinite’

  More exclusive Bioshock: Infinite artwork from Game Informer shows the propaganda at work in the floating city of Columbia. Race, Pride, Fear, Patriotism, Paranoia? Irrational’s next title has it all.

  by Andrew Dyce | Sep 17, 20102 Comments

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  BioShock Infinite Gameplay Video Coming to Xbox Live

  A new video for ‘BioShock Infinite’ hits Xbox Live next week, featuring all kinds of gameplay footage.

  by Aaron Leach | Sep 13, 20105 Comments

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  The Ten Worst Video Game Cities of All Time

  With the recent announcement of Batman: Arkham City, we’ve come up with ten cities in video games that just might be worse than Gotham.

  by Jonathan Poole | Aug 31, 201015 Comments

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  One Last Bioshock 2 DLC for Old Time’s Sake

  2K Marin’s last DLC for Bioshock 2 titled ‘Minerva’s Den’ will follow a new protagonist as they explore the world of Rapture, and is sure to bring back some familiar faces.

  by Anthony Taormina | Aug 27, 20106 Comments

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  Literary Characters: 4 Novels That Would Make Great Games

  We take a look at the state of character development in modern video games – and how adapting novels for the game industry is the next logical step in the evolution of storytelling.

  by Jonathan Poole | Aug 10, 20108 Comments

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  Bioshock Developer Irrational Games to Reveal New Game and Trailer Next Week

  After Irrational Games sent out a vague “save the date” announcement that foretold of a mysterious event, the interwebs lit up in a frenzy of anticipation and predictions on what this event might have in store for us.

  by Aaron Leach | Aug 2, 20102 Comments

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  Irrational Games Teases ‘Project Icarus’

  A teaser website for the upcoming Project Icarus has been launched by Irrational Games. Not much is there at present, but that won’t stop Game Rant from speculating.

  by Phillipe Bosher | Jul 28, 20104 Comments

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  BioShock Will Be An Expensive Rated-R Movie

  Gore Verbinski provides updates on the BioShock movie, its ‘hard’ R-rating and budgetary concerns.

  by Rob Keyes | Jul 5, 20102 Comments

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  The Top 5 Mothers in Gaming: A Salute

  In appreciation of mommies everywhere, we submit for your consideration five of the greatest mothers in video game history.

  by Jonathan Poole | May 8, 201010 Comments

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  id’s True Potential to Be Revealed with Rage and Doom 4

  Doom. It conjures up several imagery of demons, a shotgun, and a story of a lone marine who can single-handedly fight off the hordes of …

  by Trung Bui | May 8, 20104 Comments

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  Great Games That We Just Don’t Like

  It’s happened to all of us: there’s a hot new game coming out, and we can’t wait to play it! But when we get it home, something just doesn’t “click” for us. Sometimes, no matter how good a game is, we just… don’t like it.

  by Jeff Schille | Apr 18, 201031 Comments

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  Nintendo: We Can’t Make Games Like Bioshock

  On the whole, games companies are cruel. Every day, we hear statements from a company, telling us how fantastic they are, and how terrible their …

  by Phillipe Bosher | Mar 16, 20107 Comments

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  BioShock 2 Review

  Short Version: BioShock 2 is an excellent game – mostly because it’s exactly like the first BioShock. For every minor improvement 2K Marin made to …

  by Ben Kendrick | Feb 11, 201010 Comments