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[2K Elizabeth]

Hey guys,

I'm going to be doing some Q&As for the Cult of Rapture (Swami will be happy about this I know) and I want to see what you'd like answered. To try and keep the questions orderly, I'm going to pick a relatively large topic for you to ask questions about.

What questions do you have about the different versions (360, PC, and PS3) of BioShock 2?

Please don't post questions about plot, etc - let's keep it within the confines of this topic scope.

I probably won't be able to get all of your questions answered, but I'll definitely try!

NOTE: I will not be answering in this thread. These questions will be compiled and answered later on the Cult of Rapture. I'm going to close this thread on Friday to compile the list.

[Red Falcon]

Not sure if this has been answered yet but

> What kinds of New Plasmids can we expect?

> Will we see more plasmid use from splicers than we saw in the last one?

> Any word on that ever elusive Rapture Zoo location? (seems like the answer was no but just checking;) )

Thats all I can think of for now.

[Dax01]

Are there achievements for the multiplayer on the Xbox 360 version?

How big is the install for the 360 version?

That's all I can think of for now.

Edit -

Are there prequel parts in the single-player?

[_The_Big_Daddy_]

Is Rapture more open world ended? i.e. besides the main story objective can we wander off and take a look around the city?

[magicman4443]

Are there achievements for the multiplayer on the Xbox 360 version?


Same question for the PS3, but with trophies.

[I Would Kindly]

Will there be any link to Bioshock. I.E.- If yo find a Bioshock save file on the system it unlocks toasty for multiplayer.

[TheParasite]

Will there be a Limited Edition version of Bioshock 2?

Can we expect more variation on splicers other that the brutes?

Are there more types of new Big Daddies aside from the Rumbler?

How long is the Campaign?

Will there be DLC for the multiplayer?

Is the U-Invent still available?

Does drinking Alcohol still get you drunk?

Will there be Bioshock 2 merchandise in the 2K store?

That's all I got for now.

[Epstein_The_Swami]

Hey, 2K Elizabeth knows me! Last time she at all referred to me I was "boo'd". I will see you in New York my good Community Manager!

As for questions, yes, I am happy! Here's a few for you:

These all go for the 360 version, but could apply to all of them at the same time. I apologize if any have been asked before!

1. In terms of multiplayer, how will the lobby system work? I'm aware of the "apartments" you get to wander, but will you, for instance, get to party up with any friends? Perhaps, create a lobby of some sort?

2. Any possible hints to the licensed tracks we could be hearing in the game? :o

I know just recently the community cracked the name of one that was briefly played in a little snippet of gameplay! I'd also understand if that one couldn't be answered at this time.

Thank you for this, Liz!

EDIT- Wow, parasite stole some of mine. Thanks a lot... you... you PARASITE! Thief! I'll have to think of some more later on.

[SonicBoom2]

I have a question about the pricing of the special edition box.

In the UK the PS3 and XBOX360 BioShock 2 game is £39.99 and the PC version is £24.99 (Approximately).

Yet the special edition is £69.99 for ALL three platforms, shouldn't the PC special edition box be £54.99?

Boring stuff out of the way...

Any plans for downloadable content similar to the challenge rooms? If so will it be common to all three platforms or will different platforms get exclusive content?

Will there still be food/snack items? If so how the hell does Delta consume them and if not, will there be some equivalent items or just more EVE/health?

What is the 'club' object on Delta's waist in the illustrations and will it be a usable weapon/item?

When interacting with main characters in person are cut screens used or does the game keep going?

Why was the decision made to change Delta's drills overheating system to a fuel system?

I'm sure everyone else will think up better questions! lol It's almost 1am in England!

[magicman4443]

Are all multiplayer characters immediately available from the beginning, or will there be some special ones, not necesarrily with more power or anything, but with cooler skins and weapons, that you unlock for doing cetain acheivements in Bioshock 2, or getting to certain points in the story?

I've heard there is supposed to be some kind of pyramidal set-up for online play. Does this mean that there will be a person who sits at the top, always fighting to defend his position?

Also, will matched be made in multiplayer that match people of similar level in the "pyramid" structure?

[gbpackers25]

How many variations of splicers will there be?

Who is composing the score for the game?

How long will the game be?

How will Xbox's party system be used in multiplayer?

Will there be a required install for PS3? If so how much space?

What are your DLC plans?

Will the characters from the first game be back in audio diaries

How much ADAM do you get when you adopt the Little Sister and she extracts ADAM from the dead bodies?

Will there be a single player demo? If so when?

Will there be a multiplayer beta? If so when?


Thats all i can think of! Hope some of these get answered :D

[Dax01]

Will there be a Limited Edition version of Bioshock 2?


Where have you been?

[Amazonagent]

-Will you do anything for Playstation Home (ie: a bioshock space, home clothing, costumes) to celebrate the games launch?

-Are there going to be any special platform specific bonus' (like special plasmids, or armor upgrades, multiplayer characters)?

[AllSplicedUp]

How does the Proto Big Daddy inject eve?

[TheParasite]

Where have you been?

Limited not Special.

Also Swami you should of seen that coming you mystic!

[soundwave145]

oh boy im so unoffical...ok here it goes..

1. did you guys have the storys of your plasmid test subjects in mind before you designed the characters?


2. will the saturnie be in bioshock 2?

3.in all the videos of gameplay that ive seen the prototype/deltas health went down pretty fast, from a splicer wacking him over the head with a pipe why? isent he suposed to be a big daddy?


and umm..4. was it difficult to come to the desision to make the sequls main character a big daddy?

[Dax01]

Limited not Special.

Um, they're the same thing? Special, limited, they're interchangeable. Besides, if something is limited, it is special.

[soundwave145]

all that matters is the game stop arguring and post ur questions..-_-

[gbpackers25]

oh here is another one

Do the people at 2k Marin still communicate with the people at 2k Boston about where to go with the game (story or gameplay wise)?

[TheParasite]

Alright then your right I'm wrong lets move along :rolleyes: .

Will any characters from the first Bioshock make any appearances in the new one?

[RTM]

Alright then your right I'm wrong lets move along :rolleyes: .

Will any characters from the first Bioshock make any appearances in the new one?

I think that this has already been clarified, dude.

As for my questions,
-Will we see more animals in Bioshock 2? Specifically live ones?

-Will ADAM be much more scarce? After all, in Bioshock you could have all of the Plasmids while saving the little sisters, I'd hate to see what you could get if you harvested them.

I'll think of some more later.

[Monolithic]

Will any characters from the first Bioshock make any appearances in the new one?

Well, it's confirmed that Tenenbaum returns.

On to the questions:

Will we be experiencing more of those "flashback/ghost" sequences?

Will there be more weapons than in BS1?

Will there be more splicer/people models than in BS1 (I sincerely hope so)??

What kinds of bonuses could we expect when leveling up in multiplayer?

Will Subject Delta control similarly to Jack (i.e. crouching, jumping, walking speed)?

Will there be a tie-in with SitS?

Will there be other new security devices?

Will Subject Delta be able to eat consumables such as chips or cakes?

[Codex]

Will we see Sander Cohen?

Will the music have change at all? That being said, is it just going to be the same pre-1946 music that we've had thus far in the Bioshock universe?

[Lagging]

I have a question myself...

During gameplay, how will we switch between weapons and plasmids (on PC, it was simply scrolling to pick different weapons and plasmids) but seeing as how we can use both at the same time, how will we alternate changes?

[Epstein_The_Swami]

Another question I thought of: Will any LOCATIONS from the first game (Fort Frolic, Hephaestus, etc.) be revisited in single player? It'd be interesting to see some areas nearly 10 years later!

[IllusionOfLife]

-Were any abandoned concepts from the first game recycled with this one?

-Will BioShock 2 utilize Xbox 360's Avatar rewards?

-Are we going to be able to explore any familiar locations in the BioShock 2 single player game?

[ProjectDelta]

Hmm...

Being a Big Daddy in all, will we ever be doing any repair jobs?

If I obtain a Little Sister, Can I just bring her around everywhere, or is there a certain point where she HAS to go into the vents?

Will we be fighting any Sea Creatures? (Doubted)

The video camera has been confirmed instead of our research camera, now then, will we actually be able to go back and review our footage this time around?

In the first game, we encountered Football players. Will we be able to see their Stadium this time?

Will we find any Elite Rumblers?

Are the plans to release Zigo and Blanche with the preorder of BioShock 2 still in order? I sure do hope so.

Will security cameras be able to detect us faster now, since we're in no way related to Andrew Ryan

Will we be seeing other prototypes, or does Delta's name have nothing to do with the number of his model?

I'll post again if I can think of anything else.

[Raab]

If there's DLC will you charge. I know Microsoft may make you charge customers for DLC, but if the PlayStation Network won't then will we see free DLC or DLC for sale.

[I Would Kindly]

Will random splicers use plasmids? It was kinda silly how everyone was deformed but only 2 types used plasmids. Can we expect to maybe see a leadhead throw a fireball every once in a while?

Will the original BS1 splicers be available as unlockables in multiplayer?

Will the multiplayer characters appear in the sungle player campaign?

[Elfen Lied]

-Were any abandoned concepts from the first game recycled with this one? Yes, the Rumbler is a consept that didn't make it in the first game that is getting a fresh start here.



-Will BioShock 2 utilize Xbox 360's Avatar rewards?I would like to know that too, but all I can say is that I really hope so.


-Are we going to be able to explore any familiar locations in the BioShock 2 single player game?
Yes, we will be seeing many of the same places (as well as many more new ones) that we see in the first game, only aged 10 years.

[Seasick]

Will splicers use plasmids like you do in the Single Player campaign?


Wil Splicers use more weapons? (Shotgun, Crossbow, Grenade Launcher)

[JohnnyGioli]

Will there be any difference of graphics between systems?
&
Can we look forward to playing against the 2kMarin staff with multiplayer?
(Sorry if somebody has all ready asked these.)

[TheParasite]

Maybe I should of been more specific. ASIDE from Tenenbaum will we see anymore familiar faces?

[OMGIt'stheRumbler!!!]

Will any spliced characters actively help you, or are they all just crazy?

Are the weapons included in Multiplayer only the ones that were in the BS1 campaign?

Will the PBD ever have a short monoluoge like Jack?

Will story imperative Little Sisters be highlighted (will they have something about them special or an objective related to them)?

Will it be explained why the Big Sisters work for Lamb?

[Gigawolf1]

So this is how an FAQ is made.

Single Player:

1. Will you be able to choose how a plasmid works? For example, can you choose to keep Incinerate's original method while still increasing the damage, or do you have to use a fireball/flamethrower effect as you advance?

2. With Increased Awareness, will some Tonics (Electric Flesh, Human Inferno, etc.) have visible effects? I mention those specifically because they could have effects visible from outside the suit.

3. Will the player get a modified version of SloPro's (Rumbler's) rocket launcher?

4. Frozen enemies can now be thrown, but will they fall naturally if frozen mid-jump? I won't mind if they stayed inexplicably floating, though.

5. Will effects that were previously restraint-only (Shocked, Frozen) have some damage capabilities (since being encased in ice is not good for one's health)?

6a. Will Insect Swarm be in the game?
6b. Will it work the same way as in the first game?

[RICK JAMES JW]

Will you be able to level up your plasmids in multiplayer? I.g. - Incinerate 3 as a flamethrower rather than just snapping your fingers and setting them on fire.

[AllSplicedUp]

Does the SE edition art book have all the same info/pictures as the smaller rapture edition plus more, or are they 2 totally different art books?

Also what is on the Delta's belt? Is it a Knife?

[TheParasite]

Does the SE edition art book have all the same info/pictures as the smaller rapture edition plus more, or are they 2 totally different art books?


Bioshock 2 posted this on their twitter after being asked about the Rapture Edition and SE :

"No, they are two different things. The Special Edition has loads more stuff." and "I don't know the dimensions of the Rapture Edition artbook, but yes, it is significantly shorter than the SE version."

[erutpar]

I have one. Are you regretting giving everyone the option to ask a million questions????? Good luck going through all of these and the next hundred or so you'll end up getting.

[Judgeofwings]

hmm,tough when so many people have already asked some good ones,hmmm i guess i got a few:


Has a Dynamic Bioshock 2 theme been considered for the PS3?
Has Playstation Home been taken into consideration? I understand that xbox users got some gamerpics and accessories for their avatars,but can we expect to see an equivalent in the Playstation@Home world?
Now this is a question that i'm pretty sure quite a bit of people want to know: In multiplayer will inter-console matches be allowed? Meaning can a PS3 user be in a match with an xbox user?

[japester]

I have a question:

Will you have to throw out 75% of the questions posted because they are about plot and other elements of the gameplay and not about the different versions for each platform, as you specified? :p

[AllSplicedUp]

I have a question:

Will you have to throw out 75% of the questions posted because they are about plot and other elements of the gameplay and not about the different versions for each platform, as you specified? :p

Well does this fit the criteria then? Will there be a PSP version coming out?

[japester]

Well does this fit the criteria then? Will there be a PSP version coming out?



What questions do you have about the different versions (360, PC, and PS3) of BioShock 2?

Based on her listing of "360, PC, and PS3" without an "etc" at the end...I'd have to say no. LOL

But I like the way you think. I'd love me some mobile BioShock for my PSP! The closest we've come is Pipe Mania. :p

[Rapture-Stingers-QB]

Are there any plans on releasing a dev kit to create custom multiplayer maps?

[Rapture_Tourist]

Will Bioshock 2 be linked with the introduced Facebook support for PS3 and Xbox 360? So that a Facebook status message will show up if I am ready for a multiplayer match or when I got a new achievement?

Will there be a Bioshock related Playstation Home appartment (already asked, but I like to emphasize my wish for this ;))?

Is the German version really uncut? Take2 made a press release and said there are now cuts content-wise, but it sounds like there will be graphical differences.

Will DLC work with any Bioshock version? (Since some people who imported Borderlands e.g. in Germany have probs with German DLC not matching with the import game)

[JLBiggs]

1. will there still be commands left in the pc version like in the 1st game so we can ghost (walk through walls) to take some sweet screen shots? i hope so!!


2. what are the system requirements for the pc version?

[[bioshockfrance]Morgoth]

Will there be others prototypes big daddies than the Subject Delta (subject Alpha, Beta, and so on) ?

Will there be others "Alpha" splicers than The Brute ?

Will there be different sort of Big Sisters with different weapons and armors ? Will the Big Sisters evolve during the game ?

Was 2K Marin implied in the localization of the game for other languages than English(especially French) ?

Will there be DLC for the singleplayer and the Multiplayer ?

How is the teaser site There's something in the sea and BioShock 2 connected ?

And that's it. ;)

[Xybot]

Thank you so much for taking the time to answer our questions ... you rock!

1) I'm super-excited about the live-action movie. How closely will you be working with the developers and screenwriters to retain the feel of the game? Video game movies have a reputation of being off the mark and ... well, bad. The only VG movies that I can think of that didn't make me cringe were Silent Hill and some aspects of the Resident Evil series. Any hints as to what we can expect?

2) Are there any plans for a direct-to-video animated project a la EA Games franchises? (Dead Space, Dante's Inferno) The world of BioShock seems like a perfect candidate, especially since it has such a distinct style and a rich storyline.

3) Any plans for comic books? Again, with such a strong backstory, I would think that a regular series or a limited series would do well. Publishers like Dark Horse are also doing 1-off specials ... this may be a good route to go to test the waters.

4) For the Special Edition: The CD that is included, is it the orchestral score to BS2 or is it the licensed tracks? How many songs are included?

*******

THANK YOU AGAIN!!!

[IllusionOfLife]

Ok, since I kinda ignored the real question in my first post I'll add one more that fits the criteria.

-What console will you be playing multiplayer on?

[AndreyRyan]

will there be something like - Previously in Rapture intro?
thx ;)

[dewder74]

Will a demo be available for download?:confused:

[LittleSisterSaviour]

1. What type of DLC should we expect? (Character Packs, Map Packs, Plasmids Pack ect)
2. Will more trophies/achievments be added on later (like how the fallout 3 DLC packs adds more trophies/achievments)
3. Can we expect multiplayer competitions?

[Codex]

3. Can we expect multiplayer competitions?

You could always check out my unofficial multi-tournament in the BS2 off-topic section :)

[Solid_Snake12345]

1. Will any planned downloadable content be exclusive to a console or will all DLC be available on every console?

2. Is the story of "something in the sea" going to be explained, for those who weren't following it, in Bioshock 2 or is "something in the sea"'s story just for those who followed it on the website?

[iloveytigers]

In Bioshock 2 will there be a way to keep track of how many total audio logs you have collected out of all the ones in the game?

That was one of my problems with the first games logs. One achievement has you collect all of them, but you have no idea how many you have out of all of them.

[superbioshock]

1. Exactly how will plasmids work this time around?

2. Any new Plasmids?

3. How long will it take to beat the game?

[Oppopji]

Will the PC retail version require online activation like the first game or will we be able to install & play single player offline?

[iPomegranate]

On Xbox360, will there be unlockable avatar awards, like L4D 2 has health packs that are unlockable?

[Venom Wolf]

Thank you very much for the opportunity!

Ok, so here are my questions:

- Overall, how many types of plamids are in the game?
- Apart from Art Deco, will any other art styles be present in the game?
- What is the most popular multiplayer mode being played in your office?

And which character do you like playing the most, 2K Liz? :D

[ShogunCAJ]

what will be the differances between pc and xbox versions. will there be any split screen for xbox. im asking this because i have both xbox and pc and i dont know which one to get :( :( :( :( aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah the format the fooooooormaaaaaaaat

[warcroft]

Whats the multiplayer deal?
Matchmaking? (Please no!)
List of available games? (Please yes!)

Any details on this?

Please go here for my concerns:
http://forums.2kgames.com/forums/showthread.php?p=556860&posted=1#post556860

[ancient]

Will the number of saves be limited for the PC version of Bioshock 2?

This limit (~50 saves or so) existed in the PC version of Bioshock 1 for no apparent reason. The only logical explanation I could come up with - XBox 360 Arcade edition hard drive limitations.

[IrateDonnie]

1.Will the PS3 version have mouse and keyboard support?

2.Will there be any exclusive content for any of the systems? Or will they all be identical?

3.Will 2k be supporting the multiplayer after launch other than bug fixes? Is there going to be DLC at some point?

4.Is there any possibility of a SDK getting released so that we will be able to create multiplayer maps and mods?...for pc of course.

5. Are there going to be any leaderboards so we can compare out stats with our friends.

[Chronic Alchemy]

At Liz!Orginazation of this thread will be hard...

Maybe allow everyone, 1 question? Because 3 to 4 questions a post and everyone asking basically the same thing is getting a little crazy...


My Question:
Is there a demo that we could be looking forward to before the release of BioShock 2?

Thanks for trying to getting these questions up and running again...

[IrateDonnie]

At Liz!Orginazation of this thread will be hard...

Maybe allow everyone, 1 question? Because 3 to 4 questions a post and everyone asking basically the same thing is getting a little crazy...


My Question:
Is there a demo that we could be looking forward to before the release of BioShock 2?

Thanks for trying to getting these questions up and running again...
That's the point to get the most frequently asked questions so they can answer them to the best of their ability and probably make a sticky so everyone doesn't ask the same question over and over again.

[god_smaka]

Maybe we can do a SUMMARY of the important questions?

These seem to be the most asked/important, by the way I am taking questions from this thread, not making my own.

Singleplayer Questions
-Will there be a demo for release?
-Why was there decision to switch from an overheat meter to a fuel gauge?
-Will there be an optional way of knowing how many audio logs you have (apart from counting the ones youve gotten)?
-Will there be other alpha splicers such as the brute?
-Will more splicers use plasmids and a wider variety of weapons?
-What is that diving knife-looking thing on Delta's belt?
-Will Delta be able to "eat" things, and if so how (think of pep bars)?
-Will we be experiencing more ghost/flashback sequences?
-Which areas will we see that were in Bioshock 1?
-How does Delta inject eve?

Multiplayer

-What kinds of multiplayer achievements will there be if there are any?
-Will there be matchmaking?
-Will you be able to invite friends into your apartment?
-Will you be able to customize your apartment?
-How will you respawn?
-What kinds of DLC is 2K planning, will it be console exclusive?
-How much customization will we have with our online characters?
-Will plasmids level up in multiplayer as they do in singleplayer?
-What kind of multiplayer tournaments will be supported?

[soundwave145]

whats your thoughts on a bioshock hand held game?

[god_smaka]

Hey, if they make it work id play it. Thing is, I dont like many shooters out there for psp, maybe if they made it an RTS or something...

[Caanos]

Will weapons be upgradable in multi-player, like in BS1 and single player?

[Monolithic]

whats your thoughts on a bioshock hand held game?

Ugh, no thanks. I can't imagine BioShock's concept being downgraded onto a handheld system.

[Chronic Alchemy]

Maybe we can do a SUMMARY of the important questions?

These seem to be the most asked/important, by the way I am taking questions from this thread, not making my own.

Singleplayer Questions
-Will there be a demo for release?
-Why was there decision to switch from an overheat meter to a fuel gauge?
-Will there be an optional way of knowing how many audio logs you have (apart from counting the ones youve gotten)?
-Will there be other alpha splicers such as the brute?
-Will more splicers use plasmids and a wider variety of weapons?
-What is that diving knife-looking thing on Delta's belt?
-Will Delta be able to "eat" things, and if so how (think of pep bars)?
-Will we be experiencing more ghost/flashback sequences?
-Which areas will we see that were in Bioshock 1?
-How does Delta inject eve?

Multiplayer

-What kinds of multiplayer achievements will there be if there are any?
-Will there be matchmaking?
-Will you be able to invite friends into your apartment?
-Will you be able to customize your apartment?
-How will you respawn?
-What kinds of DLC is 2K planning, will it be console exclusive?
-How much customization will we have with our online characters?
-Will plasmids level up in multiplayer as they do in singleplayer?
-What kind of multiplayer tournaments will be supported?

^That about sums it up^ good job smaka!

[god_smaka]

^That about sums it up^ good job smaka!

Thanks, by the way I made a thread for the summary with A LOT MORE, so if you could get a mod to sticky it I would be so happy

[soundwave145]

is 2k just one of lutwidges shell companys!! o.o i see the lies!!

[superbioshock]

I want to see a level 3 Electrobolt!

[Xybot]

1 more ...

Will the Hypnotize a Big Daddy plasmid be available again? And if so, can splicers use it against the player (PBD)?

[TurdSandwitch]

1 more ...

Will the Hypnotize a Big Daddy plasmid be available again? And if so, can splicers use it against the player (PBD)?

Even more importantly, can you use it on yourself and totally trip out?

[I Would Kindly]

Will there be any PS3 exclusive controls? As in shake the controller to melee?
Idk, just curious.

[laikalappie]

I was wondering what other ideas for the story in BioShock 2 have come up but haven't been picked in the end. Has it always been clear to be a sequel?

[Blacklash93]

How will the story progress and be presented in Multiplayer?

Do each of the different characters have their own story in the Multiplayer? Do these charcters give insight to the wide variety of lifestyles in Rapture and what everything was like before "The Fall"?

How will the Multiplayer's story contribute to Rapture's lore and history?

[Timmy H.]

will the SITS plot have anything to do with bioshock 2's plot.

[WARRIC]

Will games for windows live have xbox 360 acheivments the first game dident

[zachmonky]

Will there be any story plots that are choosen by the save files in your Xbox/ps3? For instance, do choices made in Bio1 make any difference in Bio2?

[Big D]

Will there be any story plots that are choosen by the save files in your Xbox/ps3? For instance, do choices made in Bio1 make any difference in Bio2?

Probably not as you play a new character. Plus they have already solved the problem whether you harvested or rescued the little sisters.

[iloveytigers]

Really I must have missed that. What did they do to explain it?

[Judgeofwings]

Thank You very much everybody for your great questions everybody.Since it is now Saturday i am closing this thread so Liz may start compiling her list.Keep your eyes peeled on the Cult of Rapture homepage in the future,you never know,your question may just be answered!