

So you could try an initial unmodded run (except for the SS2Tool patchup, seriously, don't skip that), then a modded run so you can fully appreciate what the modders have done for the game. System Shock 2 is a much more complex game than the first, which might sound terrifying to some people, considering how much of a nightmare the first game is to understand, but allow me to assure you, System Shock 2 is a thousand times easier to pick up and play compared to the first game. That all being said, SS2 is a relatively short game, but highly replayable. If you're interested in a more polished version of SS2, but one that's still fundamentally faithful to the vanilla game, you can try the System Shock 2 Community Patch (SCP).\ No surprise considering how small the dev team was and how quickly they put it all together.

Now, the vanilla game is perfectly playable. If you'd like the graphics looking a little less fuzzy, some recommended mods are listed here:\ For the best-functioning vanilla experience, you absolutely want to download and patch up with SS2Tool:\
