Nightdive Studios has officially rebranded the game as System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster, breathing new life into a beloved cult classic. This revitalized edition is set to launch on PC (Steam, GOG), PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One & Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, ensuring that fans across various platforms can dive into this legendary experience.

The long-awaited release date will be unveiled on March 20, 2025, during the Future Games Show: Spring Showcase. This announcement sets the stage for a new generation of players to explore the depths of this iconic sci-fi RPG.

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Originally debuting in 1999, System Shock 2 was a genre-defining masterpiece, skillfully blending survival horror with intricate RPG mechanics. Its remastered counterpart aims to preserve the eerie atmosphere that fans adored while elevating the experience with modern visuals and technical enhancements.

Nightdive Studios, renowned for their work on revitalizing the System Shock franchise, including the 2013 remaster of System Shock 2 and the 2023 remake of the original game, had originally planned to launch this project in tandem with the System Shock remake. However, unforeseen development delays reshuffled their timeline.

Their 2023 remake of System Shock received strong acclaim, 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: 25th Anniversary Remaster now on the horizon, the anticipation among fans is palpable, and the wait is nearly over.