- Gothic remake lockpicking backlash raises the fascinating question of whether anybody really enjoys lockpicking in RPGs - 8 June 2026
Alkimia Interactive and THQ's Gothic remake launched over the weekend, and many are the complaints that the RPG's revised lockpicking system is far too hard. I know, right - tricky lockpicking in a game set in a giant prison! Please excuse me while I lift both hands from the keyboard and strenuously knead my face into a shocked expression. Read more
- Gothic 1 Remake is Out Now! Welcome to the Colony! - 5 June 2026
Gothic 1 Remake is Out Now! Welcome to the Colony! Barcelona, Spain / Vienna, Austria - June 5th, 2026: Gothic 1 Remake is available now on PC, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S, bringing one of the most beloved cult RPGs of the early 2000s back to life. Gothic 1 Remake has been fully rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5 while staying faithful to the atmosphere, story, and brutal charm of the original classic. Watch the Gothic 1 Remake Release Trailer on YouTube: https://youtu.be/n0R7BmfpD7k Get Gothic 1 Remake: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1297900/Gothic_1_Remake/ Step into the role of the Nameless Hero, a prisoner thrown into the Valley of Mines: a ruthless penal colony surrounded by a magical barrier. Inside, prisoners rule themselves. Three rival camps fight for power, alliances shift constantly, and survival depends entirely on how well you adapt to this unforgiving world. Originally r…
- Celebrating 25 Years of Gothic! - 17 March 2026
Twenty-five years ago, on March 15th, 2001, a small RPG from Germany called Gothic was released — and it quickly grew into one of the most iconic franchises in the genre. Over the years, it has also built something truly special: a huge and incredibly passionate community that, even after 25 years, is still active, creative, and full of energy.The Gothic community has always been the beating heart of this franchise. Your passion, dedication, mods, discussions, and countless memories have kept the world of Gothic alive for a quarter of a century.Today, THQ Nordic and Alkimia Interactive are celebrating this anniversary together with all of you. Our goal is to help this legendary series continue to live and grow — by bringing Gothic to new platforms, reimagining the classic games, and staying closely connected with the players who made it all possible.To mark this special day, we have pre…
- Gothic 1 Remake - Gameplay Footage - 2 August 2024
Welcome back to the new and visually stunning Colony: The Gothic 1 Remake unveils gameplay for the first time, taking players back to familiar places - but now in the astonishing splendor of Unreal Engine 5! Dive deeper into the lore, explore combat and magic, and immerse yourself in a living world where fans might discover some hidden new details. Check out Gothic Remake's first gameplay trailer and enjoy the experience! Watch the gameplay trailer Dowload the assets: https://thqn.net/g1r-media The Gothic Remake is currently in full development, and only Innos knows when it will arrive on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X! Wishlist here: Wishlist on Steam: https://thqn.net/g1r-steam Wishlist on GOG: https://thqn.net/g1r-gog Wishlist on PSN: https://thqn.net/g1r-psn Wishlist on Xbox: https://thqn.net/g1r-xbox Subscribe to our Discord - Twitter/X - Instagram - VK
- Are you ready for something New...? - 2 August 2024
- "Gothic 1 Remake" Gameplay Footage is in 2 Days on THQ Nordic Showcase! - 31 July 2024
Two more sleeps until THQ Nordic's Digital Showcase! What time? You guessed it: Friday, August 2 at 12:00 PM PDT / 3:00 PM EDT / 8:00 PM BST / 9:00 PM CEST. For those who haven't heard it yet (didn't you read our prior press releases? Rude!): THQ Nordic’s Digital Showcase is set to bring you an array of spectacular game updates, teasers and new announcements. Included in the lineup are the highly anticipated Titan Quest II, Way of the Hunter, Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, and more! But most importantly: Gothic 1 Remake And keep in mind, our friends from HandyGames will kick off the event with an exciting pre-show, so be sure to tune in on time! The pre-show starts at 11:45 AM PDT / 08:45 PM CEST – don’t miss it! Official THQ Nordic channels to watch the Showcase: • YouTube: https://thqn.net/thqn2024-yt • Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thqnordic • Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/pu…
- Embracer reportedly close down cult RPG maker Piranha Bytes, creators of Gothic, Risen, and Elex - 9 July 2024
The studio-killing fallout of Embracer's acquisition frenzy continues to fall like ash on the industry. The publishing giant has reportedly closed Piranha Bytes, the studio known for cult RPGs like Gothic , Risen , and Elex , according to a worker who spoke to Polish games site CD-Action . The studio's existence had been under threat since early this year, after being targeted in Embracer's purgatorial studio massacre . At that time the German studio were hopeful to avoid being closed down, insisting "don't write us off yet!" Unfortunately, it looks like those who worked at the studio have since been laid off. Read more
- Gothic Classic Khorinis Saga Is Available Now for Nintendo Switch! - 27 June 2024
Vienna/Austria, June 27th, 2024: The Gothic Classic Khorinis Saga, a bundle of the iconic RPGs Gothic Classic and Gothic II Complete Classic, has just been released for Nintendo Switch! Embark on an epic journey in the world of Khorinis, where every character, creature, and monster has its own unique routine, leave your mark in the Colony, and fulfill your destiny in these two immersive open-world RPGs with a combined playtime of over 100 hours - all optimized for Nintendo Switch™. This exclusive retail edition is priced at €39.99 / $39.99 / £34.99. Visit your favorite game retailer and grab your copy now! Check out the Release Trailer Download the assets Gothic & Gothic II Complete Classic are individually available, too: Gothic Classic is available on Nintendo Switch™ at an SRP of € 29.99 / $ 29.99 / £ 24.99. Gothic II Complete Classic is available for Nintendo Switch™ at an SRP of $…
- Gothic Remake is a headliner of the upcoming THQ Nordic Showcase 2024! - 21 June 2024
THQ Nordic's Showcase is back! Our Digital Showcase 2024 will be full of world premiere announcements, updates for previously-announced games and might even hold some surprises! Mark your calendar as the Digital Showcase 2024 goes live on Friday, August 2, 2024, at 12:00 PM PDT / 3 PM EDT / 8 PM BST / 9 PM CEST / 10 PM MSK. Our friends from HandyGames will kick things off with a pre-show once again, so tune in early and don't miss out on the fun! We don't want to spoil too much, though, THQ Nordic will serve news for Gothic 1 Remake, Titan Quest II, and much more, but we'll keep the grim secrets to ourselves for now. Stay tuned! Official THQ Nordic channels to watch the Showcase: • YouTube: https://thqn.net/thqn2024-yt • Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thqnordic • Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/publisher/THQNordic Official THQ Nordic channels with copyright-free music: Copyright Fr…
- Back For Good: THQ Nordic Will Be At gamescom 2024! - 13 June 2024
Whatever we said, whatever we did - we didn't mean it, we just will be back for good! We are thrilled to announce that after a year of absence, THQ Nordic is making a grand return to Cologne for gamescom 2024. Get ready to immerse yourself in Germany's most iconic gaming franchise as the Gothic Remake will be playable at our booth. We eagerly await fans' feedback on this highly anticipated release! But that's not all! Attendees will also have the opportunity to play Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed. This remake of the 2010 beloved classic, originally envisioned by legendary game designer Warren Spector, takes Mickey Mouse on an epic journey through the Wasteland, a realm of forgotten Disney characters. The excitement continues with Titan Quest II, an ARPG where you can be among the first in the world to embark on an odyssey for fame, loot, and XP. We have two more titles playable in Cologn…
- Why Get One If You Can Have Two? Gothic Classic Khorinis Saga Coming to Nintendo - 7 May 2024
Vienna/Austria - May 07th, 2024: Prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey to the mystical island of Khorinis, where two of the most beloved RPGs of all time await your discovery. Introducing the Gothic Classic Khorinis Saga, a captivating bundle featuring the timeless classics Gothic and Gothic II Complete. Immerse yourself in over 100 hours of epic RPG adventures, perfectly optimized for Nintendo Switch™, starting June 27th, 2024. The Gothic Classic Khorinis Saga will be available at an SRP of €39.99 / $39.99 / £34.99 and is a retail exclusive edition, so be sure to check with your favorite game vendor! Check out the trailers for both games: Gothic Classic Release Trailer Gothic II Complete Classic Release Trailer Download the assets Gothic & Gothic II Complete Classic are individually available, too: Gothic Classic is available on Nintendo Switch™ at an SRP of € 29.99 / $ 29.99 /…
- Sleeper, Sleeper On the Wall, Who Has the Fairest Collector's Edition Of All? - 25 April 2024
Barcelona, Spain / Vienna, Austria, April 25th, 2024: It's time to put the sleeper to rest, once and for all - on your wall. Introducing the Gothic Collector's Edition, a carefully selected ensemble that pays homage to the legacy of this beloved title: Crafted by the hands of the King's magicians themselves, this extraordinary package is a must-have for devoted fans and those who are about to become fans. At the heart of the Gothic Collector's Edition lies the Sleeper Wall Mask to show everyone thrown into your gaming colony, what demons you are facing. Alongside this centerpiece, the Collector's Edition includes a leather wristband, a leather notebook, the game's original soundtrack as well as the game itself on your favourite platform. This limited edition is now available for pre-order at a suggested retail price of € 199.99 / $ 199.99 / £ 169.99. Check out the overview trailer here:…
- New Key Cover Art for “Gothic 1 Remake”! - 22 March 2024
We’re introducing a new Cover Art for “Gothic 1 Remake”! The artwork is capturing the original's spirit while adding details and fidelity to every aspect of it. So in that sense it sets the pace for our "Gothic 1 Remake" game. Here you can see the four main friends of the Nameless Hero who are essential to the entire Gothic epic - Gorn, Lester, Milten and Diego. In the background there are hordes of orcs - the last undefeated foes of the kingdom of Myrtana! Subscribe to our Discord - Twitter/X - Instagram - VK Add "Gothic 1 Remake" to your Wishlist! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1297900/Gothic_1_Remake/
- Happy 23rd anniversary to Gothic 1! - 15 March 2024
Even after all these years, the game is still relevant and still evokes warm feelings of nostalgia, making your heart beat faster with excitement and your hands sweat when you pass Mud in the Old Camp again and again. Despite all its flaws and rough edges, we still come back to it and play it with absolutely loving eyes, just like the first time we played this masterpiece. An important factor that has certainly contributed to the long life of the series is you! Gothic fans! Without you, without your thrill, your efforts, creativity, passion this all might not have happened. Thank you very much! We would also like to extend a huge thank you to the original developers of the game as well. You have created a unique new world that has captivated thousands of players around the world. We are also happy that some of them have joined us to work on the “Gothic 1 Remake”. We’ve prepared a gift f…
- Piranha Bytes, devs of Gothic and Elex, are next on Embracer's chopping block - 22 January 2024
Embracer Group is once again doing sterling work to demonstrate the perils of consolidation. Piranha Bytes, who are one of well over a hundred studios that Embracer bought up in recent years, today posted a statement on Xitter saying "Don't write us off yet!". The statement goes on to say that they're "convinced they will succeed". Succeed at what, you might ask? Not being shut down by Embracer. Read more
- Gothic Classic is coming to Nintendo Switch in September 2023! - 3 August 2023
Vienna/Austria, August 3rd, 2023: THQ Nordic is more than happy to announce that Gothic Classic is coming to Nintendo Switch™ on September 28th, 2023! For the first time, relive this amazing RPG on a handheld console and enjoy the game that revolutionized roleplaying games on the go! Dive into dark times and adventures with great performance and a well adapted UI and controls - the classic is back and still a very indepth RPG with a lively simulation! Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/8qpqI0fXkIw. We also have a handy list including all fixes and updates: https://rb.gy/vfjrp. Get your copy here: Physical: · THQ Nordic Vienna Store · https://www.gameware.at · https://eu.store.thqnordic.com/en War has been waged across the kingdom of Myrtana. Orcish hordes invaded human territory and the king of the land needed a lot of ore to forge enough weapons, should his army stand against thi…
- Happy 22nd anniversary to Gothic 1! - 15 March 2023
On this day in 2001, the world was introduced to a masterpiece of a game that would captivate players for years to come. Its immersive living world, gripping storyline, and challenging gameplay have left an indelible mark on the hearts of gamers everywhere. Thank you to the creators and developers who poured their hearts and souls into this unforgettable game! As a present for everyone, we want to follow up on our last tease and show you something similar. Enjoy! Stay tuned for more updates. For Gomez!
- Gothic 1 Remake's new trailer captures the atmosphere of the original - 13 August 2022
Gothic was one of those PC games I dismissed as being for nerds. Me? I was too busy making Half-Life levels and reading Championship Manager fanfic to be interested in some game about mages in a hole. I've since realised the errors of my ways, and I quite fancy the chance to correct my previous wrongs via the Gothic 1 remake. There's a new trailer for it and its big modern hole below. Read more
- Alkimia and THQ Nordic wishing you Happy Holidays from the Colony! - 23 December 2021
Greetings from the Colony! As the year 2021 is coming to an end, Alkimia Interactive and THQ Nordic just wanted to wish everyone Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year. Thank you for your support and enjoy the holidays! We have prepared a short video from the Gothic Remake developers. The Goblin's hats will of course not be part of the game, who would put a Santa outfit in a game? Watch the Gothic Holidays Video on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPwjzngluy4 The Gothic Remake is currently in development for PC, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S. There is no official estimated release window yet. Do you want to learn more about the Gothic Remake? Check the official website - https://www.gothic-game.com/
- Happy 20 years of Gothic! - 15 March 2021
Happy 20 Years Gothic, here is to another 20! As a present, we give you a sneak peek of a Scavenger shot from the Gothic Remake created by Alkimia Interactive! Also, the store page is live – https://store.steampowered.com/app/1297900 A lot more information coming soon so join https://discord.gg/gothic or https://twitter.com/gothicthegame to stay tuned!
