Bioshock Infinite is the third and final game of the Bioshock series. A First Person Shooter (FPS) game in an advanced futuristic past, where you go to Columbia, a floating city, to find and bring home the captive Elizabeth. An amazing game winner of so many awards, and for good reasons!
Sky-Hook sequence.
As any other FPS you will shoot things around. With 9 unique weapons (and 4 variants of some of those) you will lay waste to those who oppose you. Being able to carry only two different weapons at any moment gives a more meaningful choice between your favorite weapon and something with more bullets. The big difference from other shooter games is that you have access to Vigors, a kind of magic power developed through science and with very unique mechanics. From purely dealing damage to controlling enemies, you will find they can give way to many varied builds and play styles, specially when combined with the right weapons. On top of that there is the Sky-Hook, an aerial rail that allows you to quickly traverse the environment and surprise your opponents while giving some verticality to the combat.
Vigor vending machine.
Speaking of builds, as the plot unfolds you will have access to weapon, health, shield and vigor upgrades. Most of which you can buy in vending machines scattered around Columbia with a currency called Silver Eagles. This currency is found in the environment as loot or given by Elizabeth herself periodically. You will also find equipment scattered around the city that will allow you to further personalize your build with 4 simultaneous pieces. This equipment shines more on the later game or a replay, where you have more options to tweak and a better understanding of all the possible variations.
Elizabeth's interactions.
A unique aspect of the game is Elizabeth's presence. Unlike most games with companions, Elizabeth brings a unique support mechanic where she finds things your need in the environment, like ammo, medical packs and even cash. Although you are the one protecting here, she is never in the way, more like she is your sidekick. She also has spectacular animations, comments and interactions with the environment that really makes the story setting shine.
Bioshock Infinite is, without a doubt, a masterpiece! The pacing is extremely well structured, most of the weapons/vigor/equipment variations increase the possibilities instead of being a different flavor of the same. On top of that you get an amazing setting, with a wonderful plot and first class art that will make the combat of the game feels secondary! Which is huge, since it is a shooter game! And if you do get the DLC's (and you should), you will have the opportunity to revisit Rapture from a different perspective, closing the series in an outstanding way.
