BioShock
Even though this one isn’t an out-and-out horror title per se, there are plenty of horrific elements to be found in the crumbling underwater utopia-gone-awry of Rapture.
From its iconic Big Daddy bosses and spooky Splicers to the game’s clever morality system that ultimately affects the overall conclusion, Ken Levine’s spiritual successor to the acclaimed ‘90s System Shock series is a definitive classic.
Much like a great novel, though, Bioshock makes the cut by virtue of its ambitious ideas, thought-provoking narrative and Ayn Rand-esque philosophical depth. In essence, the city of Rapture is akin to Paradise Lost, and piecing together its smart “Show Don’t Tell” environmental storytelling is utterly fascinating. Yes, it’s fair to say that the spooky dystopian locale of Rapture is ultimately the most memorable character at the heart of this adventure.
On top of this, however, Irrational Games’ unforgettable first-person shooter also features one of the coolest twists in video games. If you haven’t had a chance to play it yet, would you kindly put Bioshock on your gaming to-do list?
