- Steam pricePrice
- $16.49$29.99-45%
- Release
- June 26, 2025
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How co-op works
Online and LAN co-op campaign where players coordinate skills and resources to survive the corrupted Von Braun, relying on communication and tactical planning to overcome enemies and environmental hazards together.
About this game
System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster updates the genre-defining sci-fi horror FPS-RPG hybrid that laid the foundation for many modern immersive sims. Set aboard the Von Braun, a starship overrun by hostile forces, players navigate claustrophobic corridors where resource scarcity and character specialization shape every decision. This remaster brings the original's innovative design to modern platforms with technical enhancements.
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Combat blends shooting with role-playing systems: skill upgrades, psionic powers, hacking terminals, and weapon durability all factor into survival. Players choose distinct career paths that unlock different abilities, making each run through the Von Braun feel mechanically distinct. Environmental storytelling and audio logs reveal the ship's fate while players manage limited ammunition, health, and psionic energy.
The cooperative mode lets teams divide specializations across the skill tree, rewarding coordination and shared problem-solving. Cross-platform multiplayer and LAN support ensure flexible ways to team up. With Steam Achievements and full controller support, the remaster preserves the original's demanding pace while offering modern accessibility for new and returning players.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play with friends on different platforms?
Yes, the remaster includes cross-platform multiplayer support, so you can team up with friends regardless of their platform as long as they're on a supported system.
Is communication important in co-op?
Absolutely. Co-op in System Shock 2 is communication-heavy-you'll need to coordinate resource sharing, decide who tackles hacking terminals or combat encounters, and call out threats in the claustrophobic ship environment. Different specializations mean teammates often rely on each other's unique abilities to progress.
Do I need to have played the original System Shock 2 to enjoy this remaster?
No. The 25th Anniversary Remaster brings technical enhancements and modern accessibility features like full controller support to the classic experience, making it approachable for newcomers while preserving the demanding FPS-RPG hybrid gameplay that established the genre.