BIOSHOCK INFINITE: Ken Levine Discusses Columbia, Elizabeth, and Religion

BIOSHOCK INFINITE: Ken Levine Discusses Columbia, Elizabeth, and Religion - Part 1

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Adam Sessler got a chance to sit down with Ken Levine, director of Bioshock Infinite, to discuss the game's stunning scope. In part one of a two-part interview, Ken explains how Bioshock Infinite earned its title, the setting of Columbia and its relation to Rapture, and the huge task of creating an engaing AI companion.
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@jaegershoemaker8959 11 жыл бұрын

I love hearing this Man's views on how he approaches game design and writing in games.

@Kuomon 11 жыл бұрын

Ken Levine is one of the great minds of our industry and I'm so happy he's getting all the recognition he deserves. It's because of people like him that I can dream of a day when the games industry is be taken seriously as a medium.

@TBV121 11 жыл бұрын

I pity the fool who doesn't see the complexity and brilliance of Bioshock...

@halo6534 11 жыл бұрын

"I love working at EA, it's a great company that releases groundbreaking and innovative, high quality product. And I'm so glad I work here." Said no one, EVER.

@MrScArEcRoW17 11 жыл бұрын

he looks like steve carell and andrew lincoln's love child

@MrCADuncan 11 жыл бұрын

Levine is always such a great interview. Super composed and thoughtful - in a genuine way - about every answer.

@Daddy0os 11 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad this is such an in depth interview, with more than one part, even. I've been looking forward to this game so much; Bioshock is literally my favorite game of all-time. I love you, Ken Levine.

@michaelbulls5872 11 жыл бұрын

yeah man exactly i feel you, games are art, just like music or literature

@Jamvaan 11 жыл бұрын

This is a great interview. Ken Levine would be an awesome dude to sit up and talk to for a hour, talk game design, theory, story, and all that business. Can't wait for part two.

@BrandonB... 11 жыл бұрын

He can't open his mouth without something brilliant coming out. I freaking love Ken Levine!

@sirdavies94 11 жыл бұрын

This was such a great interview. Make longer interviews please. This 15min+15min format seems much more interesting and informative than a 5 minute press release in video form. Then again, not many upcoming games are as fascinating as Bioshock Infinite.

@TedtheHermit 11 жыл бұрын

Out of all the other interviews I've seen with Ken Levine, I think this one is the best. This has given me a better idea about the thinking and creating process that was put through with this game.

@dewskie 11 жыл бұрын

Great interview! I could listen to Adam and Ken talk forever.

@voyagerofdoom 11 жыл бұрын

Great interview! I can't wait for part 2.

@TehFrohMan 11 жыл бұрын

I love Ken Levine so much. The man is pure genius. CAN'T WAIT FOR PART 2!!!

@BrokenStylo 11 жыл бұрын

Great interview as always. I could listen to these two talk forever.

@mellamohonas 11 жыл бұрын

Fantastic interview. Fascinating guys, both of you.

@RyoRapture 11 жыл бұрын

That is the best interview I have seen for Ken Levine. Thank :) Adam.

@scorpionunion 11 жыл бұрын

really enjoy listening to ken talk about his games and their themes

@Kdkjdjewerdnxa 11 жыл бұрын

Best interview I've seen in a long time.

@jakedizzle 11 жыл бұрын

Damn, Adam putting in work. So many great interviews.

@SocialAutism 11 жыл бұрын

Good to see Adam back.

@sdcs85 11 жыл бұрын

Kick ass interview.

@lennester_ 11 жыл бұрын

Ken levine no doubt this dude is one of my biggest role models

@maxburton22 11 жыл бұрын

best game interview I've ever watched.

@kylejarosewicz1580 11 жыл бұрын

fantastic bioshock team just fantastic can't wait to see more of your work

@JoukaTwoThirds 11 жыл бұрын

Great interview Adam!

@unknownandunnamed 11 жыл бұрын

fantastic interview, really engaging and thought provoking.

@BrightBlueInk 11 жыл бұрын

I'm so unbelievably hyped for this game. It seems to have EVERYTHING I look for in video gaming. Can't wait!

@Rev3Games 11 жыл бұрын

Check it out at robotscience.bandcamp.com!

@quaternio 11 жыл бұрын

Awesome interview!

@TheEru88 11 жыл бұрын

I think this are my two favorite people in the game business, absolute brilliant people.

@momadaddy123 11 жыл бұрын

gaming needs more people like Ken Levine

@TokenSelf 11 жыл бұрын

It's one thing to see two very intelligent people and expect an interview that doesn't pander to a broader audience or follow a marketing script. It's another to actually receive it. Bravo!

@wakkawakka101 11 жыл бұрын

Fantastic interview, Sess.

@KarlRamstedt 11 жыл бұрын

Great interview! Keep it up!

@ShirikonNoKami 11 жыл бұрын

Absolutely incredible. A games interview about a game that talks about art, intent, and world building. I can't express my appreciation enough, so I won't try.

@AdaptorLive 11 жыл бұрын

Well said. I completely agree.

@GodTurnip 11 жыл бұрын

Good interview. I hope they touch on the alternate cover stuff if only for a few seconds in the next part, just because I'm curious about how he felt about the whole thing.

@TheMemorySense 11 жыл бұрын

just listening to ken you can tell that the bioshock series is by far the most PROGRESSIVE video game franchis in history. it took long enough, but irrational games finally put work to the idea that videogames are MUCH MUCH more than "fun" and "getting the most points". it can be just as engaging, just as presitgious, and just as if not more inspiration than any form of entertainment i.e. movies, music, etc. THIS IS WHY BIOSHOCK IS ONE OF THE BEST GAMES EVER MADE!!!!AHH I CANT WAIT FOR THIS!!!!

@muckymucks 11 жыл бұрын

Sessler's addition to Rev3 is already paying off. Like at the talent he's able to reel in. Levine himself is a pretty fascinating figure.

@Thomasmlarsson 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. As stated, I don't really know the worlds they have created before, but this looks really interesting. I just love the wibe the game gives out. Guess the family have to by something for Christmas, so I might ask for this one. Thanks again.

@Kiryutka22 11 жыл бұрын

The waiting for this game is killing me! ! ! I'am literally counting seconds! !

@NikMetalEx 11 жыл бұрын

Adam Sessler you are an awesome interviewer! :)

@VundalI 11 жыл бұрын

I have got to say the camera you all use is fantastic. the video itself is superb...I compared this to Kev levine's talk on g4, and it just blows it out of the water in terms of scope and depth Adam dives into while talking- something Xplay couldnt really do on a 30 minute show.

@wowbreadown 11 жыл бұрын

My favorite game journalist and favorite game developer.... Very awesome!!!!

@adamsessler3975 11 жыл бұрын

thank you so much, that means a lot. This is what we are aiming to do here at Rev3 Games. Expect more to come. Adam Sessler

@Hitorijime 11 жыл бұрын

More interviews like this, Mr. Sessler! I'm a gigantic fan of BioShock. I expect infinite to be of the same caliber of the original.

@BBboy20 11 жыл бұрын

THanks!

@SolAya21 11 жыл бұрын

Enslaved had a great evolution of the companion character I believe so did journey

@NetheusNull 11 жыл бұрын

I think that is one of the best decisions. In Bioshock 1 and 2 I had so many weapons when really I was only using 1 at a time or switching between a couple. In this I will feel more of a need to try different types of weapons and vary my experience.

@thefalloutkid13 11 жыл бұрын

Bioshock 2 wasnt that bad, in fact it in improved on gameplay elements that even the new Bioshock take queos from

@SpeedReeding 11 жыл бұрын

I want part 2 now.

@jude_210 11 жыл бұрын

I can't wait for this game

@blackandwhitegamer1 11 жыл бұрын

Can't wait till march

@augurelite 11 жыл бұрын

LOVE KEN

@ernestosierra5685 11 жыл бұрын

Ken Levine is a god damn inspiration to gaming, i wish more developers would be like him, not being afraid to let imagination take over. I will look forward playing this game and i hope everyone one you buy the game to support the irrational team

@herofromthedark 11 жыл бұрын

Well, my day just got a little better. It's always good to spread the word of good video games. And if I'm not mistaken, you should be able to get a special edition of Bioshock 1 and 2 before Bioshock Infinite comes out. I think all of the DLC for Bioshock 2 comes on disk, though I'm not sure. It's been a while since I checked.

@JPWMusic29 11 жыл бұрын

comes out on my birthday!!

@theblackkettle 11 жыл бұрын

I was very appreciative that Levine talked about observing bias and racism as opposed to the impact of being confronted with it. Most games just make you watch racism happen expect you to feel something, very seldom do they make you run up right against it and deal with it. Looking forward to how that unfolds in narrative and player agency.

@bobjim4527 11 жыл бұрын

I've already preordered it

@Thomasmlarsson 11 жыл бұрын

I think the same. Never played the first one, but this looks promising.

@micmamane 11 жыл бұрын

It's also a franchise that tells a moving story. It's a game that's not just for the simple pleasure of gameplay or having weaponry or making choices. But a great story. I love Bioshock just because of it being more than just another shooting game. I agree with you on that note.

@xTimeswordx 11 жыл бұрын

Adam asked the tough questions without saying much. That's what I like about Adam.

@mkrulz77 11 жыл бұрын

Bro, your comment literally gave me hope for this game.

@TheEru88 11 жыл бұрын

ken levine is such a genius, one of those dudes that if he growing up he decide to be something else like a movie director instead of making games he would be brilliant at it.

@TeaBoneZombie 11 жыл бұрын

I do like Ken Levine! :)

@mtljin 11 жыл бұрын

oh hey! Ken Levine!

@drowsy_draws 11 жыл бұрын

tempted to go back and give bioshock a try. wasn't too interested at first, but maybe i should've given it some time :)

@dmac2z9 11 жыл бұрын

I wish I could like a video more than once

@redrabbitjohnson 11 жыл бұрын

This guy is a true visionary in the game industry.

@herofromthedark 11 жыл бұрын

Please do! I LOVE Bioshock. In fact, before I played Bioshock, I HATED first person shooters. They weren't my thing, and I didn't enjoy them much, but Bioshock presented one hook that piqued my interest- superpowers. Honestly interested, I checked it out, and to my amazement, the game had a beautiful, grandiose, gothic setting. The story was awesome too- and it's told entirely without cutscenes. This made me skeptical at first, but I soon came to love it. I love FPS now because of Bioshock.

@solozaur 11 жыл бұрын

This game is going to be great!

@LPhase9 11 жыл бұрын

Props.

@knox140 11 жыл бұрын

Yeah, there might be a few references to the building of Rapture.. I hope so, at least. It would be a pretty cool addition.

@isaakXP 11 жыл бұрын

Its good to see Rick Grimes taking a break from killing zombies and making video games on his down time.

@maxrav1831 11 жыл бұрын

I don't know what people are worried about? This is the man behind the CLASSIC game bioshock! I don't think he will be letting anyone down. In fact if it is half as good as the original it'll will be a brilliant game.

@xtimberwolfx13 11 жыл бұрын

YES! Infinte has gone gold!!!

@DnbDubJunkie 11 жыл бұрын

No, I have experience. I accept that I have fun playing nothing but violent games sometimes. But it needs to be said that video games have not been for the longest time as serious contenders for story telling mediums. Of course, video games still have nothing on literature and film and plays, but I like that some effort is being put into it more. I just think that Infinite and The Last Of Us are showing fantastic examples of how to mix good story telling with fun gameplay.

@Greez1337 11 жыл бұрын

Steam, Games on demand, and I'm pretty sure it's on PSN. Get it digitally if you can.

@elsenorgomez 11 жыл бұрын

I didn't get that into the first Bioshock, the setting was just too dark and creepy for me, but Bioshock Infinite looks absolutely fantastic. It's nice to see an fps with some colour and beauty to it

@crzysteve159 11 жыл бұрын

Ken Levine: "Guys, we are going to take all the time we need to make sure that the game we release is the unique and groundbreaking product we envisioned in the beginning. We can't and will not rush this. We will not release it until we are completely satisfied that it's as perfect as we can make it." Activision & EA: Spit out a new game every 10 months or you're fired."

@x007agent 11 жыл бұрын

I played Bioshock 1 twice because I had got the bad end ending the first time completing it. I'm excited for BioShock Infinite. Shame it got it delayed.... again. But a polished game is one thing that makes a game unforgettable.

@ByTor1212 11 жыл бұрын

Ken Levine is a freaking GENIUS! I feel so smart whenever I listen to him talk. :) Adam+Ken= Awesome interview

@TinMan89537 11 жыл бұрын

You should really try switching it up, different weapons, and different ammo types really made things interesting. Especially in 2 where you could reload and switch ammo so fast. Going between anti personal machine gun, then solid slug shotgun rounds, into rocket spears, or launching homing missiles. I'm going to miss the different guns.. Thought I'd be happy to just have more than 2. I hate that limit in every damn game, I think the best was the first Fear game, you had 3 slots and it was great

@ShiroKreuz 11 жыл бұрын

I never played bioshock for the combat. i kept playing it/fell in love with it because of the amazing backstory, that required you to use your imagination to think how rapture was before it got bad. The amazing atmosphere. If its just escorting with a bunch of ingame cutscenes and big shootouts, im not very interested. It doesnt have to be rapture, to stay far as possible from being close to modern FPS shooters.

@BloodEredar 11 жыл бұрын

It would be amazing if we study games like Bioshock Infinite in Literature class. Children actually wouldn't fall asleep then. That is the way our education systems should be going. That is how we should teach 21st century children.

@jaydenobrien96 11 жыл бұрын

What did it say on the Comstock poster, "Wounded Knee." What did it say on the box you were given '''Wounded Knee'.

@JohnnyLeyenda 11 жыл бұрын

It's not a prequel, since it's a different universe altogether (as far as we know)It just takes place in an earlier year...

@GodZirra 11 жыл бұрын

Adam is best gamer.

@NetheusNull 11 жыл бұрын

I did switch it up, but It felt forced. I had all these weapons and ammo that I knew I was supposed to be using and it got almost tedious. Like when I had to protect my little sister, I knew I had trap spears, trap rivets, cyclone traps, proximity mines and mini turrets. For big daddies and sisters I could use grenade launcher, or shot gun, ect. I had so many choices for each situation. I would like to have a limited amount, yet still have variety, like this will give in my opinion.

@Mullahgrrl 11 жыл бұрын

Talk about replay value!

@RyuRanXII 11 жыл бұрын

Any information on the 1999 mode? I really hope Bioshock Infinite bring back some gameplay elements from System Shock 2.

@B.Collins 11 жыл бұрын

God damn, this is so true.

@Brandonious15987 11 жыл бұрын

I think Infinite is going to be an amazing game. It is shaping up to be the best in the series so far. With that said I don't think Rapture lost its touch. Most of the greatest moments in Rapture happened before the 1st Bioshock which is why I would love a prequel.

@DifferentPerson557 11 жыл бұрын

God damn it, Yes! Yes!

@slidingonbananapeels 11 жыл бұрын

I actually forgot that there was a Bioshock 2 for a while. Bioshock and Bioshock Infinite were just such different games, that it seemed as if Bioshock 2 wasn't a Bioshock game at all.