PS3 version of BioShock to be 'optimized' by Digital Extremes

Usually, things go sour when the original developer of a game opts not to develop it for another platform. Case in point: the late-to-arrive EA-ported version of The Orange Box. A statement released by 2K Games reaffirms that development of the upcoming PS3 version of BioShock will be "assisted" by Digital Extremes (Unreal Championship, Dark Sector).

James Schmalz, CEO and founder of Digital Extremes had this to say in the press release: "You really can't ask for a more exciting, technically impressive world to work in than Rapture, and the incredible knowledge and talent between the 2K studios and our team at Digital Extremes is unprecedented. The collaboration on this project will make the PLAYSTATION 3 system sing with Big Daddy goodness and Little Sister 'thank you's'."

We're still hopeful for the PS3 version of this modern classic -- especially because it will reportedly have new content for PS3 owners. So long as this content isn't a "worse framerate," we'll be happy. We're counting on you Digital Extremes.

[Via Joystiq]