The Long (to say it mildly) awaited SYSTEM SHOCK remake by Nightdive studios was announced to be on ‘hiatus’ by it’s CEO Stephen Kick. This came as a massive disappointment for all of us who were rabidly anticipating the game. If there’s a game that needed a remake, it was the original SYSTEM SHOCK. It’s a groundbreaking classic that is responsible for pioneering a lot of the design trends, that eventually would go on to rehape the modern AAA Industry. It boasts the legacy of the legendary ‘Looking Glass Studios’ in its veins and that alone makes it forever validated as a piece of history.
The Switch 2 and Switch versions of the 2023-released System Shock remake will launch on December 18, developer Nightdive Studios announced.
It’s a real shame that Switch 1 was the primary focus. I’ve been waiting and hoping for this to drop on Switch 2. Looks like it’ll be getting a gimped version. Will have to see if I still pick this up or not..
Today, it was announced that Nightdive Studios is bringing its System Shock remake to both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. Look for it later in 2025.
The System Shock remake is a faithful recreation of the 1994 sci-fi action shooter/immersive sim. Nightdive is implementing various features including Joy-Con 2 mouse support, gyro aiming, and various community-request features. 1080p at 60 FPS will be supported on Nintendo Switch 2.
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This hurt...
Another Kickstarter funded game project that never came to be.
I thought the project was never deemed fully canceled but rather put on hiatus. However, the System Shock remake could very likely soon be canceled if Night Dive doesn't acquire more funds either from kickstarter or a private backer.
Give it to BluePoint Games !
From the article, “I have put the team on a hiatus while we reassess our path so that we can return to our vision. We are taking a break, but NOT ending the project. Please accept my personal assurance that we will be back and stronger than ever. System Shock is going to be completed and all of our promises fulfilled.”
Let's just wait and see what happens. I really hope they get back on track.