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For Players who enjoy tense first-person exploration, resource management, and RPG character building in a sci-fi horror setting: The derelict Von Braun combines immersive exploration with survival horror and shooter-RPG systems, rewarding careful choices as you uncover what happened to the crew. Tradeoff: Limited resources and an older, more deliberate pace can make encounters unforgiving, especially if your character build leaves gaps.
What it does best
shooter
puzzle
role-playing (rpg)
science fiction
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What you are walking into
The original System Shock 2 is a genre-defining experience that established innovative gameplay mechanics that are a staple of the FPS and RPG genre today. Delve through the corridors of the derelict ship Von Braun and immerse yourself in the story rich atmosphere and environments. Explore deck by deck and unravel the horrifying fate of the Von Braun and her crew. System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary modernizes the 1999 sci-fi horror classic using Nightdive Studios’ proprietary KEX Engine for a definitive version of the game featuring Enhanced Characters, Weapon Models and Animations, Up to 144FPS performance with ultra-widescreen support, Optimized Controller support, 50 Achievements to unlock, Additional Mod Support and Quality of Life Improvements.
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