All Audio Diary Locations
Audio Diaries are scattered throughout the underwater city of Rapture, providing invaluable lore, backstory, and often, hints to puzzles or enemy weaknesses. Collecting them is essential for a complete understanding of BioShock 2's narrative and can also unlock achievements.
This section will guide you to every Audio Diary location. While the exact order and placement can vary slightly depending on your progression through the game, the following outlines general areas and common resting places for these crucial collectibles. Always be on the lookout, as they are often found on tables, shelves, or near bodies.
| Area | Common Diary Locations |
|---|---|
| Persephone | Guard rooms, offices, medical bays, inmate cells, mess halls. Look for desks and lockers. |
| Fontaine Futuristics | Laboratories, employee break rooms, storage areas, near discarded equipment. |
| Siren Alley | Backstage areas of theaters, dressing rooms, abandoned apartments, near the bathhouse. |
| Atlantic Express | Train cars, station platforms, ticket booths, maintenance tunnels. |
| Olympus Heights | Apartment interiors, shops, administrative offices, near the grand plaza. |
| Tartarus | Security checkpoints, interrogation rooms, administrative offices, near the prison cells. |
Pro Tip: Many Audio Diaries are located in areas you might overlook during a standard playthrough. Take your time to explore every nook and cranny, especially in side rooms and less-trafficked corridors. Some diaries are also guarded by tougher enemies, so be prepared for a fight.
The game's wiki guide is an excellent resource for pinpointing the exact location of every single audio diary. If you're struggling to find a particular one, consulting a detailed map or walkthrough is highly recommended. Listening to these diaries not only enriches the story but can also provide crucial context for understanding the motivations of characters like Sofia Lamb and Eleanor.