Nightdive Studios releases new System Shock Remake gameplay footage

Speaking of putting in work, Nightdive Studios nails the feeling of the classic title. The studio doesn't just want to make the remake a "more beautiful" version of System Shock. Instead, it's more of a recreation of the original that aims to retain as much of the charm that made it so beloved in the first place.

This isn't to say that the visuals are bad. They're great. The atmospheric environment and visual effects are all top-notch. The trailer also managed to capture this sense of foreboding, which was also present in the original.

It's been an eventful past few years for Nightdive Studios and the System Shock remake. It was initially set to be just a remaster of the classic first-person sci-fi horror title. However, the game ended becoming way too big. As a result, Nightdive started referring to it as a "reboot". At one point, the project was even put on ice after things reportedly "got out of control"

Nightdive eventually managed to get past all these roadblocks. After restarting the project with a more intensified effort on focused goals, Nightdive was able to get the development on the System Shock remake running like a well-oiled machine.

Now, Nightdive no longer describes the project as a "reboot" nor as a "remaster". Instead, it's now a "remake" of the PC classic.

With that said, the late summer release window remains for the System Shock remake. Nightdive has yet to provide a more specific release date for the remake.

For those who just can't wait any longer, there is a demo of the System Shock remake that is available on the PC. It's not extensive by any means, and it might only make you even more excited for what's to come. However, if you really can't help yourself, we recommend playing it to get a taste of some next-gen System Shock experience.