Excitement is building as Nightdive Studios gears up to launch the much-anticipated System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster on June 26, 2025. This modernized version of the iconic 1999 sci-fi horror action role-playing game will not only be available on PC but also on consoles for the very first time. Gamers can look forward to playing on Windows PC through platforms like Steam, GOG, the Epic Games Store, and the Humble Bundle Store. Console enthusiasts will be thrilled to dive into the horror on PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X|S, and the Nintendo Switch.
Nightdive Studios has gone the extra mile, meticulously rebuilding System Shock 2 for modern platforms using their proprietary KEX Engine. This remaster boasts improved visuals, enhanced gameplay mechanics, and better performance. Players can also enjoy cross-play co-op multiplayer, mod support, and other contemporary features that enrich the gaming experience.
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Here’s the official synopsis of System Shock 2:
Set 42 years after the events of the first System Shock, the notorious SHODAN and her relentless army of mutants have taken over the starship Von Braun. Players assume the role of a soldier who wakes from cryo-sleep with cybernetic implants fused to his body. As he explores the abandoned ship to uncover its chilling secrets, he must sharpen his upgradable skills and wield powerful weapons and psionic abilities to combat SHODAN’s monstrous creations and endure her megalomaniacal ambitions.
System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster features:
Unknowable Horrors, In High Definition: Experience the game with completely remastered visuals, including enhanced cutscenes, character models, and weapon designs, with support for up to 4K at 144 FPS on PC and 120 FPS on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Might As Well Make Your Death Comfortable: Customize your experience with settings for adjustable field of view, post-processing effects, and ultra-widescreen support, ensuring maximum comfort and immersion.
Armed Forces: Choose from an O.S.A., Marine, or Navy background, allowing you to experiment with various playstyles to match your preferred combat approach.
Misery Loves Company: Engage in cross-play co-op multiplayer, inviting friends to join the terrifying journey aboard the Von Braun starship.
Interface This: Enjoy seamless gameplay with gamepad support, and unlock 50 new Trophies/Achievements to showcase your prowess.
If You Want Something Done Right: Benefit from full mod support on PC, including the ability to integrate community-created missions right from launch, enhancing replayability and personalization.
