12 Legendary Titles Getting a Modern Makeover Worth Playing

9. System Shock Remake

If you love a chilling sci-fi storyline with your exploration, System Shock’s ground-up 2023 remake is exactly the sort of experience that rewired what a first-person game could do. The original set a standard for immersive storytelling and “play your way” freedom; the remake transforms Citadel Station with lush detail, smooth movement, and quality-of-life features that replace the infamous old-school difficulty spikes with modern convenience. The iconic SHODAN A.I. antagonist is as creepy and memorable as ever, brought to vivid life by new visual effects and audio. For newcomers to immersive sims, this is a masterclass in sci-fi tension and atmosphere—a game that rewards digging through every log, hacking system, and exploring every dark corner. Its release brought critical praise for respecting the roots while modernizing every core component, making it a must for fans of everything from BioShock to Prey.