Amazon.co.uk ReviewIt's the future, of course, and you're stationed aboard the spaceship Von Braun, waiting for your first soldiering assignment. Luckily, the future resembles the best of science fiction from the last 10 years--something plucked from Blade Runner with pieces from The Fifth Element (only with an AI-enabled computer/self-proclaimed goddess running the show).The universe is run by unbelievably huge corporations, and in one of the biggest (TriOptimum), a hacker is breaking the rules. The result is SHODAN, a supercomputer whose beautiful, eerie face glimmers from the box's cover. The engine used for Thief: The Dark Project, ensures that System Shock 2 hums along on systems with the basic requirements.With a superior plot and engaging, Asian-inspired aesthetics, System Shock 2 is a visceral, visual treat of a first-person role-playing game. All the devices that in theory seem stale and stupid come to life in this game. It's as if you could go back to the 1970s and take a vision of what the future would look like--and make it believable and cool. All the whirrs and beeps and pulsing noises sound realistic. In addition, the designers have added in all the creepy elements we never wanted to have come true--such as the voice-overs that greet you when you're at the airport--only in this case, you are visiting the training sessions held by the United National Nominate.Suffice it to say, the future of humankind is in your hands. With an excellent supporting cast and well-realised sci-fi visuals, System Shock 2 offers insight into an amazing new world order. --Jennifer BuckendorffManufacturer's DescriptionFrom deep space comes a terrifying first-person role-playing game from the award-winning creators of System Shock. Developed to appeal to both first-person shooter and role-playing enthusiasts, System Shock 2 capitalises on the groundbreaking System Shock game design combined with the stunning technology of the new 3-D Shock engine. Create your own persona through a unique 3-D character generation system, and specialise in a variety of the skills, whether that's using hi-tech weapons, computer hacking, or even using paranormal psionic powers. Then once again match wits with the rogue artificial intelligence Shodan as you race to uncover the mysteries of the derelict starship Von Braun. With tremendous gameplay depth and the most atmospheric environment ever seen in a sci-fi role-playing game, System Shock 2 raises the stakes for such games.