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 action, exploration, and storytelling. Players assume the role of Jack, who navigates the dystopian environment filled with genetically modified inhabitants known as Splicers. The game features a unique blend of combat and role-playing elements, allowing players to use weapons and Plasmids, which grant special abilities. BioShock is renowned for its immersive atmosphere, philosophical themes, and moral choices, making it a significant title in the gaming industry.