Bioshock 2 Gameplay Footage

I am a bit torn when it comes to the original Bioshock. On one hand it was one of the most atmospheric games I have ever played with an inventive plot, memorable characters and some the best design and lighting this side of Hollywood. However, it was also quite flawed: about two thirds of the way through the adventure the lackluster gun play and repetitive splicer fights start to become tedious and even the incredibly detailed environments weren't enough to keep me totally locked in the experience. With that being said, I still recommend the game to anyone who has yet to play it; it is a unique experience and offers a sense of character and style that very few games can compete with.

A few months ago 2k released a teaser trailer for a sequel to the underwater adventure. As excited as I am for this one, I am also a bit weary of what the final product will offer. The original Bioshock developers 2k Boston are not going to be working on this one replaced instead by a new 2k sister company: 2k Marin which consists of a few members of the original Bioshock team along with some new talent. Hopefully the new blood will be a good thing and Bioshock 2 will be a fresh and improved experience. Unfortunately, judging by the gameplay footage released just a few days ago, I don't see many new ideas or even any real major visual improvements to the original game.

Check it out for yourself and see what you think:



Hopefully 2k Marin will come through with this one. I do have to say the part where the water floods the room was very, very cool...