![]() ![]() These residents were members of "The Founders", a group responsible for running Columbia. It was a jovial atmosphere with people reclining on deck chairs and picnic blankets while a barbershop quartet sang from a nearby floating barge. Flags and banners were prominently displayed marking the anniversary of Columbia seceding from the United States. Moving through the crowds, it became clear that a celebration was underway as children waved flags and played together. It was a more low-key beginning than BioShock, exploring the city where nothing initially seemed amiss. ![]() As Booker arrived on the streets of the city, the brilliant sunlight shone down on the cobbles as groups of cheerful people enjoyed the weather. Their brightness and vibrancy is a million miles away from the dark, oppressive and watery corridors of Rapture. Playing on an Xbox 360, we were impressed by the visuals, which are very distinctive. This was perfectly illustrated very early on as we found ourselves inside a gloomy, candle-filled church populated with white-robed worshippers. it is a very evocative start that creates a different atmosphere from the other entries into the series, while retaining a similar focus on philosophical themes and ideologies. There are a variety of subtle references that capture the same spirit while cleverly subverting them, from the isolated lighthouse in the middle of the ocean to the very first moment you catch a glimpse of Columbia. The start of BioShock Infinite is especially strong and draws heavily on the beginning of the original game. Arriving at a mysterious lighthouse in the middle of the ocean, it wasn't long before the plot thickened and Booker found himself among the clouds. Taking on the role of disgraced former Pinkerton agent Booker DeWitt, you are given the job of finding and rescuing a mysterious girl last seen on the floating city of Columbia. Irrational Games have released the opening few minutes of the game in the form of a trailer to whet player's appetites and it is certainly an impressive beginning. In order to avoid revealing too much, we won't discuss any major plot details or events but be warned that there may be some minor spoilers present. ![]() After spending almost four hours with the title this week, it is safe to say that any worries we had have been safely put aside. However, the last time we saw the game over a year ago we were a little anxious about how different this entry was from the original. Previews // 29th Jan 2013 - 10 years ago // By Christopher Wakefield Bioshock Infinite In-Depth PreviewīioShock Infinite has remained one of our most eagerly awaited games since its announcement way back in 2010. ![]()
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