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NOTE: This feature is spoiler-free In case our review score of 10 didn’t make it obvious, we’re big fans of Bioshock Infinite here at Game Informer. Its brilliant story, complex ending, and fascinating world drew all of us in, and the game seems destined to be remembered as one of the high... More

When I heard Booker DeWitt would always have the lovely and energetic Elizabeth at his side during BioShock Infinite , I was worried. Not because I didn't find Elizabeth magnetic (I did), but whenever you are tasked with escorting a character through danger, that companion can become a burden. Often... More

Most of the gaming world is in blackout mode, avoiding info about BioShock Infinite until it releases tomorrow. If you just want a small taste of what to expect, then this episode of Test Chamber is for you. GI Editors Joe Juba and Andrew Reiner play through a slice from the early hours of the game,... More

BioShock Infinite comes out in a matter of days, which means that now is the perfect time reminisce about one of the encounters that established the original BioShock as a legendary game. Warning, spoilers follow (for the original…not Infinite). From your arrival in Rapture, Andrew Ryan is central... More

From battling robots to Valentine's Day sales, this week's selection of mobile games showcases those with a sense of action and adventure. Borderlands Legends iOS Update Adds New Features Developer: 2K Games Price: $.99 Platforms: iOS 2K Games recently announced an iOS update including new weapons... More

Borderlands 2 is a critical and commercial success, with Gearbox succeeding in making it bigger and better than its predecessor. Now that it’s been in gamers’ hands for a couple of months, we spoke to Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford about the sequel’s development and future. Game Informer... More

The rush of holiday releases are enough reason for anyone to put down a game that came out in September, but I stopped playing Borderlands 2 shortly after its release. Talking about my issues with the game has been difficult, given the nearly unified praise it’s received. I agree that Borderlands... More

Update : The game's mysterious countdown has hit zero, rewarding BioShock Infinite fans with a new Beast of America trailer. To put it in context, take a look at the game's development through various announcements, developer diaries, and more. The trailer was built entirely out of in-game footage... More

Now that we've all had a chance to sink our teeth into Firaxis' excellent XCOM remake, it's time to think about what's next for the franchise. Between the tactical and strategic layers, there are countless opportunities to expand XCOM aside from offering more soldier hairstyles. Creative... More

You’ve probably already lost a few countries to panic, and the alien threat is just getting worse. Let us help you with a few tips to get your paramilitary organization humming along smoothly. Be sure to check out our tips for the tactical combat portion of the game too - all the credits in the... More

Jake Solomon, lead designer of Firaxis’ nearly released alien invasion strategy game XCOM: Enemy Unknown, discusses the game’s difficulty modes, robot tanks, and why losing is fun. When you’re done here, why not check out the full review of the game or watch Reiner and I mock Jason’s... More

The GI crew sits down with Firaxis' almost-released tactical strategy game and show off what happens when XCOM finally gets its hands on laser weapons. Jason Oestreicher takes the sticks, Andy Reiner hosts, and Adam Biessener drops hard-earned knowledge from his dozens of hours of playtime on the... More

A couple of weeks ago, I posted a guide on how to turn Zero into a sword-focused badass. Today, I want to focus on Salvador, our cover boy from the Borderlands 2 issue last year. I’m hovering around level 30 with him right now, and I’m finding him to be even more deadly than Zero if you level... More

Borderlands 2 came out this week, and thousands of would-be adventurers are descending upon Pandora and trying to unearth its secrets. For completionists, strategy guides can be valuable tools, so let’s look at how Bradygames’ guide for Borderlands 2 stacks up. Good: Stategy Guide Standards... More

Listing all of the pop culture references and silly nods in Borderlands 2 would take forever, so we decided to make a quick video of one of its biggest tributes. You may have heard about a hidden Minecraft area in Gearbox's huge sequel, and we're here to show you exactly how to reach it. Watch... More

If you've read my review , you know how much I love Borderlands 2. I'll spare you any more gushing in this intro, as I've already done that at length in that piece. Since I still have my level 30 Zero on our debug unit at the office, we decided to show you some (non-spoilery) gameplay from... More

We’re a few days away from Gearbox’s massive Borderlands 2, and now would be a good time to start clearing your calendar for its release. If its predecessor is any indication, we’re in for a skag-shooting, loot-grabbing co-op adventure that can easily result in 100+ hour playtimes.... More

Sand meets Heart of Darkness in Yager Development's Spec Ops: The Line. If you've played video games for the last 10 years, you probably associate the Spec Ops name with bargain bin throwaways. The Line redefines this troubled series, and emerges as one of the more interesting shooters in recent... More

While the 2012 edition of E3 may have lacked transformative ideas and trailblazing innovation, the polish of the games on the showfloor was as high as it has ever been. With most publishers playing it safe with sequels, a sense of steady iteration dominated most booths. However, that didn’t stop... More

Reiner and I love shooters and comic books in equal measure, so an FPS based off Top Cow's The Darkness seems right up our alley. Find out how this second game fares in our 25-plus minute look at The Darkness II. Be prepared for some gross-out kills, colorful bloodshed, and a lot of repetition in... More