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System Shock 2 Remaster: 25th Anniversary Details Unveiled

Author:Kristen Update:Apr 24,2025

Get ready for an unforgettable journey back to terror as Nightdive Studios announces the launch of the System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster on June 26, 2025. This meticulously modernized version of the iconic 1999 sci-fi horror action role-playing game will be available on PC and, for the first time, on consoles. Mark your calendars for its release on Windows PC via Steam, GOG, the Epic Games Store, and the Humble Bundle Store, as well as on PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X and S, and Nintendo Switch.

Nightdive Studios has gone above and beyond to bring System Shock 2 into the modern era using their proprietary KEX Engine. Players can look forward to enhanced visuals, refined gameplay, improved performance, and the introduction of cross-play co-op multiplayer and robust mod support, along with other contemporary features that will elevate your gaming experience.

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Here's a chilling glimpse into what awaits in System Shock 2:

Set 42 years after the harrowing events of the original System Shock, the malevolent AI SHODAN and her army of ruthless mutants have taken over the starship Von Braun. Players step into the shoes of a soldier awakening from cryo-sleep, now equipped with cybernetic enhancements. As you delve into the sinister secrets of the abandoned vessel, you'll need to refine your upgradable skills, wield an arsenal of potent weapons, and harness paranormal psionic powers to confront SHODAN's monstrous creations and survive her narcissistic god complex.

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster features:

Unknowable Horrors, In High Definition: Experience the game in stunningly remastered visuals, including revamped cutscenes, character, and weapon 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: Customize your gameplay with adjustable field of view settings, post-processing effects, and ultra-widescreen support for an immersive experience.

Armed Forces: Select from an O.S.A., Marine, or Navy background to tailor your gameplay style to your preference.

Misery Loves Company: Team up with friends and endure the horrors of the Von Braun starship together in cross-play co-op multiplayer.

Interface This: Enjoy seamless gameplay with gamepad support, perfect for console players, and celebrate your achievements with 50 new Trophies/Achievements.

If You Want Something Done Right: Embrace the power of the community with full mod support on PC, allowing for custom missions right from launch.