I remember there were efforts to improve system shock 2's graphics. Does anyone know what the current situation is?

There have been several mods for years. They don't make the game look this gen or even last but It's perfectly enjoyable. Try this http://www.strangebedfellows.de/index.php and check the System Shock 2 forum. Pick the Modtool and the Modmanager. Both are extremely useful and the Modtool lets you input custom resolutions so you can play on widescreen. Then go to the mods forum and pick whatever you like. The best ones are stickied. Shtup gives you better textures and rebirth gives you better enemy models. Tacticool has some cool weapon models but the author hasn't remade all of them. But the normal handgun model alone is worth it. Also try TF's Secmod. It revamps a heck load of stuff without breaking the game but if you're just looking for a cosmetic overhaul then the first three mods should help you out.

Wonderful. Thanks for the info!