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System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster

2025
GenresAction, Shooter, Puzzle and Logic, RPG, Single Player, First Person Perspective
AvailableJun 26, 2025
PlatformPlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PC
DeveloperNightdive Studios
Overview

The original System Shock 2 is a genre-defining experience that established innovative gameplay mechanics that are a staple of the FPS and RPG genre today. Delve through the corridors of the derelict ship Von Braun and immerse yourself in the story rich atmosphere and environments. Explore deck by deck and unravel the horrifying fate of the Von Braun and her crew. System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary modernizes the 1999 sci-fi horror classic using Nightdive Studios’ proprietary KEX Engine for a definitive version of the game featuring Enhanced Characters, Weapon Models and Animations, Up to 144FPS performance with ultra-widescreen support, Optimized Controller support, 50 Achievements to unlock, Additional Mod Support and Quality of Life Improvements.

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18 reviews found

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TechRaptor

Jun 26, 2025

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100

Output Lag

Jun 27, 2025

There's not much I could add to System Shock 2's long, successful critical tenure. It's the game we all know and love, but in its best edition yet. Crucially, it comes with full support for all modern amenities and with a mod staging option, to boot. Its only downside truly is the fact that it's not a full-on remake, and that's hardly a downside at all.


90

WayTooManyGames

Jun 26, 2025

System Shock 2 is an all-time great, easily one of the most important games of all time, and Nightdive’s 25th Anniversary Remaster edition makes it a touch more accessible without ever gutting its core, or anything that made it so cherished in the first place. The excellent core gameplay and stellar level design come together for an unforgettable experience. Furthermore, the fact it works shockingly well on a controller is already something worthy of a medal of honor for the studio.


90

8Bit/Digi

Jun 26, 2025

Nightdive Studios is known for restoring classic games, but System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster may be their magnum opus. Return to the Von Braun System Shock 2 wasn’t just a perfect sequel; it became one of the most influential games.


90

Multiplayer.it

PC

Jun 27, 2025

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90

GamingBolt

PC

Jun 27, 2025

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89

NoobFeed

Jun 27, 2025

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85

The Games Machine

PC

Jun 27, 2025

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85

PC Gamer

PC

Jun 26, 2025

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85

CGMagazine

Xbox Series X

Jun 26, 2025

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