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System Shock 2 is now free on Epic, but thankfully we have far better controllers to play it with these days
The Epic Games Store is offering System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster for free alongside Buried Stars. This remastered version of the classic RPG, which inspired the BioShock franchise, includes controller support. While retro controllers are discussed, the article emphasizes that the game was originally PC-only and played with mouse and keyboard.
BioShock Fans Can Claim System Shock 2 Remaster on Epic
System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster is available for free on the Epic Games Store until October 8 for PC players. This offer provides a chance to experience the classic sci-fi horror RPG, which is considered a spiritual successor to BioShock, without its usual $30 price tag.
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Epic Games Store is offering the remastered version of System Shock 2 for free. This version by Nightdive Studios features improved graphics, controls, and co-op with crossplay support, while retaining the original story. Additionally, the adventure game Buried Stars is also available for free.
Sound the 'This week's free Epic Games Store game is worth logging in for' alarm
Nightdive Studios' remaster of the classic immersive sim System Shock 2 is available for free on the Epic Games Store until October 8. The article praises the remaster for its smooth performance and updated visuals, calling it an excellent videogame and an all-time immersive sim that is well worth logging in for.
Thief: The Dark Project Remastered Showcases Gameplay, Radial Menu in Latest Trailer
Nightdive Studios released a new trailer for Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, showcasing gameplay, the radial item wheel for tools, and controller support including rumble and gyro. The remaster will include the original campaign and a fan-made campaign, The Tarnished Mirror, and is slated for a Winter 2026 release across PC and multiple consoles.
Nightdive officially confirms Thief Remastered is coming with a new campaign, The Tarnished Mirror
Nightdive Studios has officially confirmed "The Tarnished Mirror," a new campaign for the Thief: The Dark Project Remastered. This official expansion, set to be detailed on November 2, follows a leak of Steam achievements. The studio, known for its remake of System Shock 1, is also working on a Winter launch window for the Thief Remastered.
Thief designer thinks the graphics arms race should have ended with 2010's Alan Wake: 'The fidelity curve has…
Thief designer Randy Smith Evergreen believes the graphics arms race in video games should have concluded with 2010's Alan Wake, arguing that current fidelity levels are excessive and serve little practical purpose. He suggests that games like Alan Wake achieved sufficient photorealism, and further advancements are costly without significantly enhancing the player experience, particularly for immersive sims.
You can now play the secret best immersive sim in coop thanks to this mod
A new mod called Prey Coop allows up to 16 players to experience Arkane Studios' immersive sim Prey together on PC. The mod synchronizes campaign progression, story choices, and world physics, though it is still in alpha with some known issues. This unofficial addition enables cooperative play for a game traditionally designed for solo experiences.
Thief designer says that the immersive sim audience is too small for AAA games: 'There's quite a few of us who…
Designer Randy Smith Evergreen, known for his work on Thief and System Shock 2, argues that the immersive sim genre is too small for AAA development. He believes that the increasing budgets and scope required for AAA games are misaligned with the niche audience for immersive sims, leading to commercial disappointments like Arkane's Dishonored 2 and Prey. Evergreen suggests that a more viable path for immersive sims is through smaller, AA or indie budgets, citing the original Thief's modest budget as a successful model.
Atari hosting Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale with lowest prices ever for Turok 1 and 2, System Shock 1 and 2, Tetris Forever, more
Atari is hosting a sale on the Nintendo eShop featuring significant discounts on numerous titles for the Nintendo Switch. Games like Turok 1 and 2, System Shock 1 and 2, and Tetris Forever are available at their lowest prices ever. The sale runs until August 11, 2026.
Summer Games Done Quick 2026: Watch Day 2 here
Summer Games Done Quick 2026 is underway in Minneapolis, Minnesota, raising money for Doctors Without Borders. The event features speedrunners tackling various games, with a detailed schedule provided for Day 2, including titles like Dragon Quest 11, Super Mario Odyssey, and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart across multiple platforms.
Warren Spector-helmed Thick as Thieves developers OtherSide lay off 17 staff as they cancel multiplayer immersive sim Argos: Riders on the Storm
OtherSide Entertainment, co-helmed by industry veterans Warren Spector and Paul Neurath, has laid off 17 employees following the cancellation of their multiplayer immersive sim, Argos: Riders on the Storm. The studio cited the "brutally challenging" state of the games industry as the reason for making the game unviable. Their other title, Thick as Thieves, recently shifted focus to solo and co-op play.
OtherSide Entertainment cuts 17 jobs after Argos cancellation
OtherSide Entertainment has laid off 17 employees following the cancellation of its in-development project, Argos. The studio cited challenging industry conditions as the reason for the project's unviability. This follows a history of project cancellations and IP acquisitions for the developer.
Oh hell yes, Nightdive's next delicious remaster treat is Thief
Nightdive Studios has announced a remaster of the classic immersive sim Thief: The Dark Project, revealed during the PC Gaming Show. The studio, known for its faithful remaster of System Shock 2, aims to preserve the original game's aesthetic while making subtle improvements for modern screens. Console versions are also planned, suggesting controller support will be included.
Evening Consolidation
System Shock 2's 25th Anniversary Remaster is now available on Nintendo Switch. Control is receiving a two-day PlayStation 5 exclusive early access period, which has drawn some criticism. The article also briefly mentions the PlayStation Store's May offerings.
System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster for Switch 2 now available
The 25th Anniversary Remaster of System Shock 2 is now available on the Nintendo Switch 2. This release marks the classic sci-fi survival horror game's debut on the platform.
25 '90s Games That Hold Up Perfectly Today (And Where to Play Them) | TAG
This article identifies 25 video games from the 1990s that remain enjoyable for modern players, distinguishing between titles that hold up with no caveats and those that require specific versions or adjustments. It highlights how 2D pixel art generally ages better than early 3D graphics and provides information on where each game can be legally played today.
System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster for Switch 2 out later today
Atari and Nightdive Studios have announced that the System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster will be released on Nintendo Switch later today for $29.99. The remaster includes cross-play co-op, enhanced character and weapon models, optimized controller support, and quality of life improvements.
Retro Gaming in 2026: The Complete Guide to Playing Classic Games Legally | TAG
This guide explores legal options for playing retro games in 2026, noting that only 13.27% of classic US games released before 2010 are still commercially available. It details subscription services like Nintendo Switch Online and PlayStation Plus Premium, digital storefronts such as GOG and Steam, and physical collector's options including Analogue and Evercade hardware. The article also addresses the legalities of emulation, emphasizing that while emulators are legal, downloading ROMs for games one does not own is copyright infringement.
There is no discovery on this earth more pure than a closet full of your dad's '90s big box PC games
A Reddit user's discovery of their father's extensive collection of '90s big box PC games has resonated with many, sparking discussions about physical media and shared gaming experiences. The collection includes classics like System Shock 2 and Diablo, alongside more eclectic titles, highlighting a bygone era of PC gaming.
