System Shock 2 (PC)
System Shock 2 remains one of the most acclaimed sci-fi RPGs of all time, and even inspired titles like BioShock. The cyberpunk style game takes place onboard a starship in 2114, where you play as a soldier trying to stem the outbreak of a genetic infection.
The game is played from a first person perspective, and combines elements of role-playing and survival horror. You get to create your own character, and even choose what profession they’re in, which will give you different bonuses and skills. System Shock 2 featured a drag-and-drop inventory system, hacking, audio logs, and other designs aspects that we’ve seen more and more in first person titles over the years.
The game nails its atmosphere perfectly, and there’s a chilling feeling that permeates the entire experience. System Shock 2 remains an important title for both RPGs and FPS games, and it’s definitely worth returning to during the wait for Andromeda.
