Bioshock is a first-person shooter video game developed by Irrational Games and released in 2007. Set in the underwater city of Rapture, the game combines elements of horror, science fiction, and role-playing. Players assume the role of Jack, who discovers the city’s dark secrets while battling mutated inhabitants known as Splicers and other threats. The game is known for its immersive storytelling, unique art style, and moral choices that affect gameplay. Players can use a variety of weapons and Plasmids, which grant special abilities, to navigate the environment and confront challenges. Bioshock has received critical acclaim and is considered a landmark title in gaming.