System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster Brings Sci-Fi Horror Classic to Nintendo Switch in 2025

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster is set to make its long-awaited debut on the Nintendo Switch in 2025, marking the first time this iconic sci-fi horror game will be available on a Nintendo platform.

Developed by Nightdive Studios, renowned for expertly revitalizing classic games for new audiences, this remaster celebrates the 25th anniversary of System Shock 2, originally released in 1999. Unveiled during the Future Games Show: Spring Showcase, Nightdive Studios confirmed that System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster will launch on June 26, 2025, for Nintendo Switch, bolstering the console’s expanding lineup of remastered classics.

For fans of the franchise, this release is especially significant as Nightdive’s acclaimed remake of the original System Shock did not make its way to any Nintendo consoles, making this an important milestone for Nintendo Switch owners eager to experience the revered series. The upcoming remaster is built using Nightdive’s proprietary KEX Engine, a technology that has become synonymous with high-quality revivals of retro games.

This ensures that System Shock 2 will run smoothly on modern hardware while preserving the atmospheric experience that made the original a cult favorite.

According to Nightdive Studios, the remastered edition features enhanced visuals, improved performance, and a suite of modern gameplay refinements.

Players can also look forward to expanded multiplayer functionality, including cross-platform co-op, and support for community mods, adding significant replay value. Nightdive Studios has established itself as a leader in the remastering space, having previously brought numerous classic titles to current-generation platforms.

Their dedication to honoring gaming history while making it accessible to new audiences continues with System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster.

Initial pre-orders for select platforms are now live, with Nintendo Switch pre-orders expected to open soon on the Nintendo eShop. With this announcement, System Shock 2 joins the growing list of celebrated games from the late '90s and early 2000s finding new life on the Nintendo Switch.

As of the 25th anniversary, System Shock 2 remains a highly influential title in the sci-fi horror and RPG genres, remembered for its innovative gameplay, immersive narrative, and atmospheric tension.

The Switch release will offer longtime fans and newcomers alike the opportunity to experience one of gaming’s most lauded sci-fi adventures, now optimized for Nintendo’s popular hybrid system. For more information about System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster and updates on pre-orders for Nintendo Switch, keep an eye on official announcements from Nightdive Studios and the Nintendo eShop.

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