System Shock

System Shock

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How to read the manual
By SnepShark
There's a flavorful and humorous 42-page manual included with the game, but finding it isn't exactly trivial!
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Version 1.2 Update
The manual is no longer included in version 1.2.

I imagine that this was an accident, but for now, here's the PDF I uploaded to Archive.org back when I wanted to discuss it with people who don't own the remaster:

https://archive.org/details/system_shock_manual_2023/
Opening the manual (Pre-v1.2)
  • Right click on the game in Steam
  • Hover over "manage files"
  • Click "browse local files"
  • In the game's folder, open Manual.pdf in your PDF viewer of choice
Should you read the manual?
The game does an okay job explaining most aspects of its gameplay on its own, so do you really want to read the manual?

Yes!

Joshua Jenkins did a terrific job with it, packing it to the brim with comedy, illustrations, and fun context for the game's setting and story. The employee handbook's 42 pages provide a lot of flavor that, in my opinion, is well worth reading.

At TriOptimum, our employees are our most valuable commodity. We are committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment where everyone can thrive and grow. By following the policies outlined in this handbook, we can work together to spread our corporate values across the galaxy.

Thank you for your contributions and for being a part of the TriOptimum team.
12 Comments
Chris Solomon 29 Dec, 2024 @ 9:19pm 
there was a time, where the box art and the manuals for games were as much a work of art as thee game it self. one of tyhe downsides of modern gaming is you dont really get those with steam and digital downloads. so i am glad to hear this manual exists
llCreid 17 Jun, 2024 @ 7:42am 
God damn, i wish i had read it before playing, this is a real good world building document. 10/10
David Farseeker 16 Jun, 2024 @ 11:53am 
That's wild. Ah, the lost art of instruction manuals. Thanks for this! :cybereye:
SnepShark  [author] 26 Apr, 2024 @ 12:13pm 
The 1.2 update doesn't have it in the files for some reason. I've uploaded it to Archive.org for anyone who wants to read it before it gets re-added ( if it gets re-added, of course):

https://archive.org/details/system_shock_manual_2023/
pinecoffin 26 Apr, 2024 @ 7:52am 
It isn't there for me either :'(
Mr. Steal Your Gun 26 Apr, 2024 @ 6:45am 
Isn't in the files for me :(
mumhustlar 28 Jul, 2023 @ 6:34pm 
Nice
CASIO 15 Jul, 2023 @ 3:17pm 
Good thing I made this guild on day one so your a bit late on this.
pootar gungust 12 Jul, 2023 @ 6:15pm 
i miss manuals. gave me something to read on the way home from the rental store.