Nightdive's remaster of cult FPS SiN gets a gameplay trailer and Steam demo, three years after the project was indefinitely put on hold
Eurogamer • • technology
Key Points:
- Nightdive Studios has revived its remaster of the 1998 cult-classic FPS SiN, which was paused in 2023, and announced its release on multiple platforms by the end of 2026, including PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and PC.
- A substantial gameplay trailer and a playable Steam demo for SiN: Reloaded are now available, showcasing the remaster built on Nightdive's proprietary KEX Engine rather than the original Quake 2 engine.
- SiN: Reloaded features the original game plus the Wages of SiN expansion, supporting up to 4K resolution at 144 FPS, with enhanced graphics such as HD textures, anti-aliasing, and upgraded 2D art, while allowing players to toggle between remastered and original visuals.
- Additional improvements include revamped controls, reworked maps, and newly added achievements, aiming to modernize the experience while maintaining the original’s style and gameplay.
- Nightdive’s commitment to releasing SiN alongside System Shock 2 reflects their dedication to fulfilling fan demand for remasters of classic titles they hold the rights to, after prioritizing other projects over the past several years.
