However, if you’re solely a Switch owner that’s not to say there’s not oodles of fun to be had and plenty to justify the asking price.īioShock: The Collection (Switch) – Verdict: 4/5įor many BioShock: The Collection’s hop to Nintendo Switch is as good of an excuse as any to indulge in this unforgettable series all over again.įor others it’s an opportunity to discover what they’ve been missing out on and if so “would you kindly” pick up a copy because yes, you’ve been missing out.įor those owning a Switch alone, there’s a banquet of content on offer in this collection that both looks and plays a treat, making it worth every penny. Sadly, with this in mind, it’s hard not to consider perhaps picking up the series remaster on PS4 or Xbox One where you’ll likely get a similar experience without putting such a dent in your wallet.
With the absence of motion controls that could have taken this port to a whole new level, BioShock: The Collection (Switch) is probably best played docked and hooked up to a Pro-Controller or an accessory that ticks the same box. Unfortunately, prolonged sessions using the Joy-Con controllers can ultimately feel quite uncomfortable. It’s a real novelty being able to battle a Big Daddy during your morning commute (one of the series’ trademark foes, not a bulky parent just to clarify). There’s no denying how impressive it is to be able to experience all this series has to offer on the go.
This can be remedied by maxing out the sensitivity in the settings menu but it still removes a sense of smoothness from the gameplay. It’s impossible not to stray from the beaten path and lose yourself in what you see and it’s one of many reasons the series remains such an iconic and meaningful experience to this date.īutton mapping in the Switch version deserves a round of applause for a job well done, but the same cannot be said for aiming which can feel awfully rigid. The BioShock games pull the player through corrupt, dystopian settings with fiercely intriguing storylines – whether you’re navigating the harrowing halls of the underwater city of Rapture in BioShock and BioShock 2, or skyhook-hopping through Columbia in BioShock Infinite, you’re encouraged to engage with your surroundings to the fullest for a more well-rounded understanding of the world and lore.īioShock lives and breathes immersion in its environments that are built on unique concepts and painted in a beguiling art-style.
It’s Bio-Shocking (sorry) if you haven’t yet tested the waters of this franchise, but for those who’ve missed out, here’s the low-down.
The series spans three mind-blowing instalments BioShock, BioShock 2 and BioShock Infinite.Īlthough there’s often debate about which is ultimately the best of the bunch, each is memorable for its own flurry of reasons.
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