System Shock (1994) vs System Shock (Remake)

Archive — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 09:23:00 +0000

System Shock fans haven't been this fortunate since 1999. Not only did we get the announcement of the long awaited sequel to System Shock 2, but we also get a chance to see a complete re-imagining of the 1994 cult classic, System Shock. On June 28th, Night Dive Studios launched a Kickstarter to help fund the System Shock remake. In a move that was nothing short of genius, Night Dive Studios released a Pre-Alpha Demo on Steam, GOG, and Humble Bundle as a proof of concept to both Kickstarter backers and potential backers. The Pre-Alpha demo showcased the opening areas of System Shock completely remade from the ground up in Unity with new and improved gameplay mechanics. Here are a few comparison screenshots of the 1994 classic and the Pre-Alpha demo. And, of course, everything represented in the remake demo is subject to change.

Not only does the remake seem to be incredibly faithful to its source material, but it's also downright impressive just how far Night Dive Studios pushed Unity graphically. The System Shock remake also has the support of industry veterans such as Warren Spector (Deus Ex, Thief: The Dark Project), Paul Neurath (Thief II: The Metal Age, System Shock 2), and Brian Fargo (Fallout, Wasteland 2). Night Dive Studios have also contracted Chris Avellone (Fallout: New Vegas, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II) to help better translate the narrative of System Shock for the modern industry. If all that wasn't enough for you, Night Dive Studios have also employed Robb Waters, the original concept artist for System Shock (1994) and the BioShock series, to re-imagine his own work from 22 years ago.

If you are interested in trying this re-imagining of System Shock for yourself, you can download the Pre-Alpha demo for free from Steam, GOG, or Humble Bundle. If you are interested in checking out the Kickstarter campaign, or even backing it, it can be found here.

System Shock Remake Kickstarter Concludes Today

Archive — Thu, 28 Jul 2016 08:04:00 +0000

After a lengthy month, the System Shock remake Kickstarter concludes today beyond its initial funding goal of $900,000. The campaign ended on a $1.3 million stretch goal in which, according to Nightdive Studios, they will add "Additional Locations and Expanded Narrative." Although it was unable to achieve the $1.4 million stretch goal, the campaign was still able to end with exactly $1,350,700 from a total of 21,625 backers. Nightdive Studios' thank you message to those who backed was this:

We've done it! With the help of our thousands of dedicated, passionate, and generous backers we've raised over $1.3 million dollars to bring System Shock back to life!

These last 30 days have been a wild ride but we've enjoyed every moment of it. From reading your comments, answering your questions, and interacting with you on Discord and Twitch it's been an experience we've enjoyed more than anything else. It's clear from the overwhelming outpouring of support that System Shock means so much to so many people and we're extremely honored that you've chosen us - and entrusted us with the monumental task of remaking one of, if not the greatest game of all time. No
pressure!

From everyone here at Nightdive...Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! We couldn't have done it without you and look forward to having you join us as we embark on our return voyage to Citadel Station!

Again...from the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU!

Stephen Kick CEO - Nightdive Studios

After over 20 years of waiting, perhaps this is the System Shock remake fans deserve. System Shock is expected to launch by December 2017 for PC, Xbox One, and PS4. Stay with us for future news on System Shock.

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System Shock (1994) vs System Shock (Remake)

System Shock Remake Kickstarter Concludes Today