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‘System Shock’ Remake Finally Available Now on the Nintendo Switch, Switch 2 [Trailer]
It was a long time coming, but Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 fans can finally get their hands on Nightdive Studio’s acclaimed System Shock remake. Previously released to PC back in 2023 and PlayStation and Xbox last year, Nintendo gamers can experience the modernized version of this iconic title and own the complete System Shock duology on their Nintendo Switch consoles.
Switch owners can expect a range of features exclusive to the console, including gyro aiming and various community-requested enhancements. Nintendo Switch 2 players can additionally enjoy Joy-Con 2 mouse support, and up to 1440p at 60fps when docked and 1080p at 60fps when handheld.
“To achieve Nightdive’s performance and fidelity targets on Nintendo Switch, we retained deferred rendering to keep our dynamic lighting intact, which is a massive challenge on Nintendo Switch hardware,” said Justin Khan, producer at Nightdive Studios. “We are incredibly proud of the results we’ve delivered and hope the fans feel we’ve earned a spot among other ‘Impossible Ports’ like DOOM 2016, Wolfenstein, and The Witcher 3 on the platform. Nintendo Switch 2 owners will also be very pleased and have an even better experience thanks to high resolution and FPS when docked and in handheld mode.”
The System Shock remake combines the gameplay of the iconic original game with all-new HD visuals, updated controls, an overhauled interface, and all-new sounds and music. The remake includes never-before-seen enemies, quality-of-life gameplay tweaks, a revamped hacking system, and visceral new combat options, including a brutal dismemberment system.
System Shock is available now for $39.99 on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 with cross-buy support for both platforms. You can also pick up the remake on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and the Humble Store, as well as PlayStation 4 and 5, and the Xbox One and Series.
Right on schedule, Red Barrels has released “Project Boneyard” for The Outlast Trials. Available for free on PC and consoles for all current owners of The Outlast Trials, Reagents are thrown into Murkoff’s latest correctional nightmare, where authority is currency, punishment is policy, and riot makes way for revenge.
Sergeant Leland Coyle returns in a prominent new role for the season’s new Trial, Locksock the Warden. Sporting a brand new hat and an old appetite for control, Coyle is ready to inject more of his “cruel and unusual” style into the prison population.
As noted last week, Project Boneyard brings with it a new Trial, a new environment in the Prison Farm, new challenges, and a new Ex-Pop in The Biter.
Arms removed to prevent further self-harm, Biters are universal sadists, still capable of grievous harm with their mechanically enforced jaws. Though Biters are kept chained by the neck for safety, Reagents should approach with caution, as their augmented legs gift them with unexpected velocity.
Also part of the content is a new Deluxe Catalog, filled with 10 pages of new exclusive cosmetic items for Reagents looking to express themselves under Murkoff-approved supervision. The Deluxe Catalog is permanently available, allowing you to unlock items at whatever pace suits you.
Players can also partake in the game’s first limited-time Community Event in the Blood Drive. Blood Extractors have been installed in multiple Trial Environments, and Reagents are strongly encouraged to donate generously. Designed as a community-wide event, Blood Drive is Murkoff’s blood supply for an upcoming project. Every contribution helps advance the collective goal. As the community reaches new milestones, additional rewards will be unlocked for all participating Reagents. However, a minimum donation will be required within the trial environment to qualify for claiming event rewards.
The Outlast Trials is available on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, PlayStation, and Xbox.
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