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System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster (2025)

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster cover
Developer
Nightdive Studios, Looking Glass Studios, Irrational Games
Publisher
Nightdive Studios, Atari
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, RPG
Rating
4.4 of 5, 2,182 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 13 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A carefully polished re-release of a classic sci-fi horror FPS/RPG that feels tense and atmospheric with tactical combat and RPG depth.

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What players say

Players are split on this remaster. Some praise the visual upgrade and smooth performance, but many are angry that the original was delisted to push this version at a steep price. Consistent complaints about clunky movement, a confusing UI, and no FOV slider without editing files, though a few fans call it the definitive way to play the classic.

Trailer

Screenshots

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