Nightdive Studios

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster

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.

Released: 26 June 2025
Developer: Nightdive Studios
Publisher: Nightdive Studios
Engine: KEX
Perspective: First person
Age rating: PEGI 16 · ESRB M
Controller: Full controller support
Metacritic: 84/100
Steam recommendations: 1,776
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S · PlayStation 4 · Nintendo Switch 2 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · PlayStation 5 · Xbox One · Nintendo Switch
Genres: Shooter · Puzzle · Role-playing (RPG) · Adventure
Also known as: System Shock 2: Enhanced Edition

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Player rating: 88
Critic rating: 2
Ratings counted: 87.6%
Steam reviews: 50
Achievements

Quick answers

System requirements 2 GB RAM Download size 5.0 GB Steam Deck Verified

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster

How long to beat

Main + extras: 15 h

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Platforms

Game modes

Single player
Multiplayer
Co-operative

Themes

Action
Science fiction
Horror
Survival
Stealth
Open world

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster

Trailer

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster

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Reviews and languages

87.6% of 2,217 Steam reviews are positive. Valve labels that “Very Positive”.

7 languages in the interface, 1 of them with full voice acting. English is supported, with full voice acting.

Publisher's content notice

This Game may contain content not appropriate for all ages, or may not be appropriate for viewing at work: Frequent Violence or Gore, General Mature Content

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster