Returning to Rapture with BioShock 2 Remastered on PC gives you the upgraded version of 2K’s second entry in the BioShock range, sitting between the original BioShock and Infinite. It competes with other story-led, atmospheric shooters, but leans harder into tense corridor combat and resource management than most modern FPS campaigns. In this Steam setup, buying BioShock 2 also grants the Remastered edition, so you’re not choosing between versions.

Remastered — what do you actually get?

The Remastered release focuses on presentation and polish rather than rewriting the game. Expect sharper visuals and cleaner performance on contemporary PCs, which helps the moody lighting and Art Deco detail land as intended. If you missed it first time, it’s also the most convenient way to play the full single-player story today, with the same core pacing, weapons and Plasmid powers that define the series.

• Steam entitlement: purchase includes the Remastered version automatically.
• Single-player focus: a narrative campaign built around exploration, combat and upgrades.