Bioshock 2's most glaring criticism is that it isn't the original Bioshock, but I say this is pure poppycock as the sequel has vastly expanded the direction of the series with its multi-player mode and now, as
announced this morning by 2K, a batch of upcoming downloadable content. The new DLC is labeled the Sinclair Solutions Test Pack and is set to beef up the multi-player experience by adding some new customization options including:
- Rank Increase to level 50 with Rank Rewards
- New playable characters Louie McGraff and Oscar Calraca
- 20 new trials
- A third weapon upgrade for each weapon
- Five additional masks
“The fans who waited in the snow, rain and cold for the midnight launch of BioShock 2 have spoken and their message is that Rapture still has many fascinating stories to tell,” said Christoph Hartmann, president of 2K. “Downloadable content is a key part of our efforts to continue to entice the fans that have made 2K a household name – we intend to deliver single and multiplayer content that respects and expands upon one of the greatest fictional worlds ever created.”
The Sinclar Solutions Test Pack will be available in March for $5 on the 360 and PS3, there was no mention of the PC version in the
press release but it's probably a safe bet that PC gamers will get the content free of charge at some point.
