System Shock 2 Remaster Reborn with a New Name Release Date Reveal Coming Soon

Nightdive Studios has officially rebranded their game as System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster, giving a fresh coat of paint to this cult classic. This revitalized edition is launching on PC (Steam and GOG), PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One & Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.

The highly anticipated release date will be revealed on March 20, 2025, during the Future Games Show: Spring Showcase, preparing a new generation to experience this legendary sci-fi RPG.

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Originally released in 1999, System Shock 2 was a genre-defining masterpiece, expertly blending survival horror with deep RPG mechanics. This remaster promises to retain the chilling atmosphere while enhancing the experience with modern visuals and improved technical performance.

Nightdive Studios, renowned for their work on the System Shock franchise, including the 2013 remaster of System Shock 2 and the recent remake of the original game, initially planned to release this alongside the System Shock remake. However, unforeseen development delays shifted their launch schedule.

Their 2023 System Shock remake was incredibly well-received, boasting a 78/100 Metacritic score, a 7.6/10 user rating, and an impressive 91% positive rating on Steam. With the System Shock 2 remaster on the horizon, the wait is almost over.