Players upgrade their abilities as the game progresses, they are also able to choose from three different starting classes. Combat is with a variety of melee and ranged weapons, all in first person. Games like System Shock 2 are more common nowadays but it was groundbreaking at the time of its release back in 1999. The game was revolutionary, a hybrid with FPS, RPG, and survival horror elements all blended together.

It is a name that still sends shudders down the spines of veteran gamers who remember its unique gameplay, discordant sound, and gripping story. System Shock 2 is the sequel to the 1994 hit.