The gaming landscape is set to undergo a notable shift as the original 1999 edition of System Shock 2 is scheduled for removal from Steam on October 10, 2025. This announcement comes from Nightdive Studios’ parent company, Atari, which confirmed that while existing owners will retain access to their copies, new players will no longer have the option to purchase the classic title as a standalone product.
Pricing and Availability
The original version of System Shock 2 has long been celebrated for its gameplay, particularly when enhanced with mods. Priced at a modest /£7/€10, it often sees discounts during Steam sales, sometimes dropping to as low as . In contrast, the remastered edition commands a higher price point of /£24/€29, reflecting its updated graphics and features.
Critics have praised the remaster, with PC Gamer’s Ted Litchfield awarding it an impressive 85% in his review. He described the remaster as “a perfect pairing” with Nightdive’s remake of the original System Shock, emphasizing that the remastered experience is the ideal way to engage with this iconic title today.
Alternative Options
For those who prefer the original version, there’s good news: it remains available on GOG, where it is part of the GOG Preservation Program. Currently, it is on sale for just , making it an attractive option for fans eager to secure a copy before its impending delisting from Steam.
As the gaming community prepares for this transition, the conversation around System Shock 2 continues to evolve, highlighting the enduring legacy of this classic title and the excitement surrounding its remastered counterpart.
