Why is 1999 mode called?

1999 Mode is named after the <b>hardcore shooters of the 90's</b>. Irrational's System Shock 2 was released in 1999.

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1999 Mode is named after the hardcore shooters of the 90's. Irrational's System Shock 2 was released in 1999.

Hagrid P Hazard · Accepted Answer

1999 Mode is named after the hardcore shooters of the 90's. Irrational's System Shock 2 was released in 1999.