"System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster - Release Date and Features Announced"

The highly anticipated System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster is set to launch on June 26, 2025, as announced by developer Nightdive Studios. This modernized version of the iconic 1999 sci-fi horror action role-playing game will be available on PC and, for the first time, on consoles. You can expect it to hit Windows PC via Steam, GOG, the Epic Games Store, and the Humble Bundle Store, as well as on PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X and S, and Nintendo Switch.

Nightdive Studios has meticulously rebuilt System Shock 2 for today's platforms using their proprietary KEX Engine. This remaster brings improved visuals, enhanced gameplay, better performance, cross-play co-op multiplayer, and robust mod support, along with other contemporary features that enhance the gaming experience.

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Here's the official description of System Shock 2:

Set 42 years after the events of the first System Shock, antagonist SHODAN and her army of merciless mutants infest the starship Von Braun. Players embody a soldier who awakes from cryo-sleep with cybernetic implants grafted to his flesh. As he sets out to unravel the horrifying mystery of the derelict starship, he’ll need to hone his upgradable skills and utilize powerful weapons and paranormal psionic abilities to survive the monstrous creations of SHODAN — and endure her narcissistic god complex.

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster features:

Unknowable Horrors, In High Definition: Experience completely remastered visuals, including cutscenes and character and weapon models, with support for up to 4K resolution at 144 FPS on PC and up to 120 FPS on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Might As Well Make Your Death Comfortable: Enjoy customizable settings such as adjustable field of view, post-processing effects, and ultra-widescreen support to tailor your gaming experience.

Armed Forces: Choose from an O.S.A., Marine, or Navy background to experiment with different playstyles, adding depth to your gameplay.

Misery Loves Company: Dive into the horror of the Von Braun starship with friends through cross-play co-op multiplayer, making the experience both thrilling and terrifying.

Interface This: Play comfortably from your couch with gamepad support, and celebrate your achievements with 50 new Trophies/Achievements to unlock.

If You Want Something Done Right: Benefit from full mod support on PC, allowing you to implement community-made missions right from launch, extending the game's life and replayability.