- Publisher: Atari
- Release Date: Dec 18, 2025
- Also On: PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
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Dec 19, 2025System Shock is an amazing remake that irons out a lot of the original's more impenetrable qualities. The original isn’t exactly user-friendly, so the remake’s smoother, more responsive design makes it the go-to way to play. This is especially true for the Nintendo Switch 2 version, which may have occasional frame rate drops but still offers the definitive console experience for anyone looking to play, thanks to its intuitive Joy-Con 2 mouse mode.
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Jan 5, 2026System Shock is a great remaster that delivers beautiful visuals, rewards exploration, and strong action. Some minor drawbacks such as environments with similar looking textures, difficulty spotting certain items, and small font size do not interfere with the fun to be had in this excellent FPS with survival horror vibes on the Nintendo Switch.