Nightdive Studios has exciting news for fans of classic gaming: the much-anticipated System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster is set to launch 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 will also make its debut on consoles for the very first time. Gamers can look forward to playing on Windows PC through various platforms including Steam, GOG, the Epic Games Store, and the Humble Bundle Store, as well as on PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Utilizing Nightdive Studios' proprietary KEX Engine, System Shock 2 has been meticulously rebuilt for today's platforms. Players can expect a host of enhancements such as improved visuals, refined gameplay mechanics, boosted performance, cross-play co-op multiplayer, and robust mod support, all designed to enrich the gaming experience in line with contemporary standards.
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Here's the official synopsis for System Shock 2:
Set 42 years after the events of the original System Shock, the notorious antagonist SHODAN and her army of relentless mutants have taken over the starship Von Braun. Players take on the role of a soldier awakened from cryo-sleep, now equipped with cybernetic enhancements. As you navigate the haunting corridors of the derelict starship, you'll need to sharpen your upgradable skills, wield powerful weapons, and harness paranormal psionic abilities to fend off SHODAN's monstrous creations and confront her megalomaniacal ambitions.
The System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster boasts several key features:
Unknowable Horrors, In High Definition: The game features fully remastered visuals, including cutscenes, character, and weapons models, with support for up to 4K resolution at 144 FPS on PC and up to 120 FPS on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Might As Well Make Your Death Comfortable: Players can customize their experience with adjustable field of view settings, post-processing effects, and ultra-widescreen support.
Armed Forces: Choose from an O.S.A., Marine, or Navy background to explore varied playstyles.
Misery Loves Company: Engage in cross-play co-op multiplayer to face the horrors of the Von Braun starship alongside friends.
Interface This: Enjoy the game from the comfort of your couch with gamepad support and earn 50 new Trophies/Achievements to celebrate your triumphs.
If You Want Something Done Right: The remaster includes full mod support on PC and the capability to incorporate community-created missions right from launch.
