The Rise and Fall of Andrew Ryan - BioShock Lore

Andrew Ryan was a man with a vision: a vision of a world where every man could earn his keep through their own labor and dedicated effort. And it was this idealistic vision that led Ryan to establish the underwater city of Rapture - but if there's anything we know, the greatest dreams often turn int...

Andrew Ryan was a man with a vision: a vision of a world where every man could earn his keep through their own labor and dedicated effort. And it was this idealistic vision that led Ryan to establish the underwater city of Rapture - but if there's anything we know, the greatest dreams often turn into the most terrible of nightmares. We invite you to join us as we take a deep dive into the history of Andrew Ryan: from his meteoric rise to power to his tragic descent into chaos and madness, Ryan's tale is also the tale of Rapture and how human nature truly is the toughest nut to crack. So what do you think of Andrew Ryan? Was he simply misguided? Or was he a villain all along? Let us know in the comments!