Nightdive Studios announces the official rebranding of their project to System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster, bringing a classic sci-fi RPG back to life. This updated version is coming to PC (Steam, GOG), PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One & Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
The release date will be revealed on March 20, 2025, during the Future Games Show: Spring Showcase. Get ready for a new generation to discover this legendary title!
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Originally released in 1999, System Shock 2 redefined the survival horror RPG genre. This remaster promises to maintain the game's chilling atmosphere while enhancing it with modern graphics and improved gameplay mechanics.
Nightdive Studios, renowned for their work on the System Shock franchise (including the 2013 System Shock 2 remaster and the recent System Shock remake), initially planned a simultaneous release with the System Shock remake. Development delays, however, shifted the launch timeline.
The 2023 System Shock remake was critically acclaimed, achieving a 78/100 Metacritic score, a 7.6/10 user rating, and a 91% positive rating on Steam. With the System Shock 2 remaster on the near horizon, the wait is almost over for fans of this iconic game.
