Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit only) Processeur : Intel Core i5-2400/AMD FX-8320 or better Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GTX 670 2GB/AMD Radeon HD 7870 2GB or better DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 10 GB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit only) Processeur : Intel Core i7-3770/AMD FX-8350 or better Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GTX 970 4GB/AMD Radeon R9 290 4GB or better DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 10 GB d'espace disque disponible
System Shock
A meticulously remade classic that invites players to wander a sprawling cyber‑city, with exploration dominating the experience. 95% of those who have logged over 25 hours praise its immersive atmosphere, while a handful of performance hiccups dampen the overall feel. The game’s polished narrative and atmospheric design keep it highly regarded among fans of retro action‑adventures.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 153 | 104 | 19 | 30 |
| Graphics / art | 63 | 49 | 3 | 11 |
| Story / writing | 27 | 24 | 0 | 3 |
| Audio / music | 22 | 16 | 0 | 6 |
| Performance | 10 | 7 | 0 | 3 |
| Interface / UX | 10 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| Content / longevity | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Stability / bugs | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 27 h on median; those who dislike it: 10 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Feb 25, 2021 · All-time low: €11.99 (May 30, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 46 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 14,6 % of players.
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Strengths
- Story: 24 positive mentions out of 27 total
- Gameplay: 104 positive mentions out of 153 total
- Graphics: 49 positive mentions out of 63 total
- Audio: 16 positive mentions out of 22 total
- Performance: 7 positive mentions out of 10 total
Weaknesses
- UI: 1 positive mention against 9 negative out of 10ород
- Performance: 3 negative mentions out of 10 total
- Bugs: 7 negative mentions out of 7 total
Who is it for?
This title will resonate with players who cherish classic cyberpunk narratives, enjoy deep exploration, and appreciate a nostalgic reminder of early 2000s shooters. Those who prize polished storytelling and atmospheric design over flawless technical execution will find it particularly rewarding.
Is System Shock worth it in 2026?
Yes, without reservation for most players: 90% of 12,769 Steam reviews are positive (player score 84/100). Most-praised strength: Story. Current price: 39,99€.
Verdict
System Shock-generated content delivers a compelling blend of narrative depth and immersive gameplay, reflected in a 90% overall positive score on Steam. Whileету minor UI and performance shortcomings exist, the game’s strengths in story, graphics, and audio secure its place as a standout remake forscheme fans of classic action‑adventure titles.
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