Price check · Updated November 10, 2026
Set approximately 10 years after the events of the original BioShock, the halls of Rapture once again echo with sins of the past. Along the Atlantic coastline, a monster has been snatching little girls and bringing them back to the undersea city of Rapture.
Works best on Windows PC and Steam Deck (playable)
Best current price at GameBillet
Waiting could save up to $13.84, if it returns to its lowest price.
A guide from price history and sale dates, not a promise.
Lowest price ever: $2.95 (October 2026)
| Store | Price | Usual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GameBillet | $16.79 | $19.99 | Buy |
| Gamesplanet | $17.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
| Humble Store | $19.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
| GamersGate | $19.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
| Steam | $19.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
| IndieGala | $19.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
Roughly ten years after the first game, this sequel returns to Rapture, the city beneath the Atlantic. You play a Big Daddy, one of the city's armored guardians, moving through its decaying halls to learn who is taking little girls from the coast and bringing them below. As a first-person shooter, it combines conventional weapons with Plasmid powers and tonics.
A separate multiplayer mode works as a prequel set during Rapture's fall, casting you as a test subject for Plasmids at Sinclair Solutions. The single-player campaign carries a moody atmosphere and a story about the city's past. It suits players who enjoyed the setting of the original, and full controller support is included for those who prefer a pad.
Trailer and screenshots are from the publisher. Tap a screenshot to enlarge it.
| Developer | 2K Marin, 2K China, Digital Extremes, 2K Australia |
|---|---|
| Publisher | 2K |
| Released | Feb 9, 2010 |
| Metacritic | 88 / 100 |
| Languages | 5: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish - Spain |
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 | - |
| Processor | AMD Athlon 64 Processor 3800+ 2.4Ghz or better, Intel Pentium 4 530 3.0Ghz Processor or better | AMD Athlon 64 X2 5200+ Dual Core 2.60Ghz, Intel Core 2 Duo E6420 Dual Core 2.13Ghz |
| Memory | 2GB | 3GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA 7800GT 256MB graphics card or better, ATI Radeon X1900 256MB graphics card or better | NVIDIA 8800GT 512MB graphics card or better, ATI Radeon HD4830 512MB graphics card or better |
| DirectX® | DirectX 9.0c | - |
| Hard Drive | 11GB | - |
| Sound | 100% DirectX 9.0C compliant sound card or onboard sound | - |
| Other Requirements | - | Initial installation requires one-time internet connection; software installations required including Microsoft Visual C++2008 Runtime Libraries, Microsoft DirectX. |
How this game plays best, and the gear to match: a best-value pick and an upgrade for each.
Headset for co-op voice chat
BioShock 2 is better with friends on voice. The Cloud III has a clear detachable mic; the G733 goes wireless for long co-op nights.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G733 Lightspeed Wireless HeadsetLow-latency mouse
Fast aim in BioShock 2 needs a light mouse with a quick wireless link. The G305 is a cheap lag-free wireless pick; the Superlight 2 is what pros use.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G Pro X Superlight 2Microphone
For crisp voice chat or streaming BioShock 2, a desk mic beats any headset mic. The AM8 is a great USB starter; the QuadCast S is the creator favorite.
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Upgrade pickHyperX QuadCast SHigh-refresh monitor
Higher refresh means smoother motion and quicker reactions in BioShock 2. Both are sharp 1440p screens at 165Hz or more for the price of a 1080p monitor.
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Upgrade pickLG 27GR75Q 27-inch MonitorController
BioShock 2 plays great on a controller. The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C is a cheap, reliable PC pad; the Ultimate 2 adds drift-free Hall effect sticks and a charging dock.
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Upgrade pick8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless ControllerFast keyboard
Quick, consistent keys for movement in BioShock 2. The Huntsman V3 Pro adds rapid-trigger switches that reset the moment you let go.
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Upgrade pickRazer Huntsman V3 Pro TKLPrices change often, so check the latest price on Amazon. SteelGames may earn a small commission on purchases.
The lowest recorded price is $2.95 in October 2026.
The best current price we found is $16.79 at GameBillet, against a usual price of $19.99.
Wait. Wait. $16.79 is 469% above its lowest price on record ($2.95). Next big sale: Black Friday weekend, in 17 days.
