Get ready to dive back into the terrifying world of System Shock 2 as Nightdive Studios unveils the 25th Anniversary Remaster, launching on June 26, 2025. This modernized version of the iconic 1999 sci-fi horror action RPG will be available on PC and, for the first time ever, on consoles. Gamers can look forward to playing on Windows PC through platforms like Steam, GOG, the Epic Games Store, and the Humble Bundle Store. Console players are in for a treat too, with releases on PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X and S, and Nintendo Switch.

Nightdive Studios has meticulously rebuilt System Shock 2 using their proprietary KEX Engine, enhancing the game for today's platforms. Players can expect upgraded visuals, smoother gameplay, better performance, and exciting new features such as cross-play co-op multiplayer and robust mod support. These updates promise to deliver an immersive experience that honors the original while embracing modern gaming standards.

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Here's the chilling narrative from the official description of System Shock 2:

Set 42 years after the events of the first System Shock, the malevolent AI SHODAN and her horde of ruthless mutants have taken over the starship Von Braun. Players step into the boots of a soldier who wakes from cryo-sleep, equipped with cybernetic enhancements. As you navigate the eerie corridors of the derelict ship, you'll need to sharpen your skills, wield powerful weapons, and harness paranormal psionic powers to combat SHODAN's monstrous creations and confront her megalomaniacal ambitions.

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster boasts a range of features designed to enhance your gameplay experience:

Unknowable Horrors, In High Definition: Enjoy fully remastered graphics, including cutscenes and models of characters and weapons, with support for up to 4K 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 settings for adjustable field of view (FOV), post-processing effects, and ultra-widescreen support.

Armed Forces: Select from O.S.A., Marine, or Navy backgrounds to tailor your playstyle and enhance your strategic approach to the game.

Misery Loves Company: Experience the horrors of the Von Braun starship alongside friends with cross-play co-op multiplayer.

Interface This: Enjoy seamless gamepad support for console players, and unlock 50 new Trophies/Achievements to celebrate your progress.

If You Want Something Done Right: Benefit from full mod support on PC, allowing the community to create and implement new missions right from the game's launch.