PC players can currently claim the 25th Anniversary Remaster of the classic sci-fi RPG System Shock 2 for free via the Epic Games Store. The offer is available until October 8.
Normally priced at $30, the 25th Anniversary Remaster of System Shock 2 arrived in the summer of 2025, and is considered by many to be the definitive version of the original 1999 survival horror title. The game casts players as a soldier with amnesia who awakens on a spaceship called the Von Braun. The crew has been infected by a mysterious virus, and the ship's artificial intelligence, SHODAN, has gone rogue.
System Shock 2 built upon the mechanics of its predecessor, shifting the focus from pure action towards a blend of immersive sim elements and a moodier atmosphere. The game is recognized as a significant inspiration for the BioShock series, which its spiritual successor.
To claim the free copy, players need to download the Epic Games Store client. This promotion offers a chance to experience a foundational title in the immersive sim genre, particularly for those interested in the lineage of games like BioShock.