The award-winning System Shock remake, based on the iconic 1994 sci-fi action game, comes to consoles on May 21, 2024 — featuring an expanded ending, a new female hacker protagonist, and more!
Nightdive Studios‘ stunningly faithful recreation of the classic shooter/immersive sim was released to critical acclaim in 2023 for PC. Soon, console players will go toe-to-toe with SHODAN — the original rogue AI with evil intent — on PlayStation 4|5 and Xbox One and Series X|S as they explore the dark depths of Citadel Station and singlehandedly try and save Earth from destruction.
A new trailer showcasing System Shock on consoles can be found here:
The System Shock remake combines the gameplay of the original title with all-new HD visuals, updated controls, an overhauled interface, and all-new sounds and music. The console release features numerous improvements and the addition of a revised ending and optional female hacker protagonist.
System Shock Key Features:
- Unravel the chilling story of SHODAN’s rise and explore the mysteries of Citadel Station, piecing together the truth in this atmospheric sci-fi world
- Face perilous traps, puzzles, and a legion of hostile and mutated creatures — created and controlled by the delightfully villainous SHODAN herself
- Up to 4K 60FPS visuals on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X
- The console release features a newly reworked ending that upgrades the final confrontation with SHODAN!
- Choose between a male or female-presenting Hacker protagonist
- Redesigned controls to support PlayStation and Xbox gamepads
System Shock releases on May 21, 2024, and will be available in both physical and digital formats on the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The game will be released in digital format only on the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
NOTES TO EDITORS:
Latest assets can be found here: https://presse.plaion.com/System-Shock
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About Nightdive Studios
Based in Vancouver, Washington, Nightdive Studios is a dedicated team of industry veterans committed to restoring the classic PC game titles of the past and making them accessible to a new generation of gamers. Hit titles from Nightdive Studios include System Shock 2, System Shock Enhanced Edition, the remastered Turok trilogy, Shadowman Remastered, PowerSlave Exhumed, and Quake II. Nightdive Studios’ full-fledged remake of the iconic System Shock released on May 30, 2023. Nightdive Studios is a subsidiary of Atari, Inc. More info can be found at the company’s website at www.nightdivestudios.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/NightDiveStudios, or via X (Twitter) at @NightDiveStudio.
