BioShock PS3 Interview

PSU will eventually be posting a full interview with 2K Marin programmer Jake Etgeton, but the tidbits they reveal now are of interest already as they clearly detail the improvements we should expect.

“There are improvements, such as interactive load screens which takes advantage of the increased space on the Blu-ray disc,” said Etgeton. “The downloadable Challenge Rooms also offer a slew of new graphical and gameplay content, albeit outside of the fictional universe.”
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When asked about the PS3 install and how it will affect the game, Etgeton explained, “BioShock PS3 uses a standard one-time 5 GB install. It only takes 10 minutes, and there’s even a fancy movie accompanied by Bing Crosby’s ‘You’re Getting to Be a Habit with Me’ to help pass the time if you’re not off making a tasty, preparatory sandwich.”

“Installing to the PS3 hard drive allows us to ‘stream’ textures and audio faster than the Blu-ray drive can deliver,” he justified.