6. Bioshock - Would You Kindly?
As a spiritual successor to System Shock, it would seem that BioShock fans were bound for a unique experience right from the get go. Yet, the game not only managed to impress gamers and press at release, but also managed to remind us what narrative can achieve within a FPS. Bioshock managed to craft an impressive world (environment doesn't do it justice) and atmosphere for the player to explore. Audio diaries spread throughout the world allowed those curious individuals to dig deeper into the story of Rapture, and its fall. As the shocking secrets of the story are revealed we were reminded exactly why we continue to search for new experiences in gaming, and why creative and innovative game designers will always hold special places in our hearts. Oh, by the way, would you kindly forget about that last boss fight? It's just that...well, it could have been far more satisfying than it was. They're lucky harvesting Little Sisters is so much fun. Click "next" below to continue reading...