Gothic Remake cover art: A giant skull mask hovers above three heroes against an orange-glowing battlefield.
Alkimia Interactive

Gothic 1 Remake

Gothic 1 Remake takes place in the kingdom of Myrtana, which is under threat from orcs. To mine magical ore for the war effort, King Rhobar II forces prisoners to work in the mines of Khorinis. A magical barrier is meant to prevent escape, but it spirals out of control and traps everyone inside the valley. The prisoners then seize power, various camps and interest groups struggle for influence, and you arrive as a nameless prisoner in the middle of this brutal colony, where survival, alliances, and choices are everything.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions 

Is this a true remake or more of a remaster?

It is a full remake. According to the official description, the game was rebuilt “from the ground up” using modern technology rather than simply receiving a visual upgrade

According to Steam and the official website, it is meant to stay true to the original experience—especially in terms of atmosphere, freedom of exploration, and progression. At the same time, its systems have been modernized.

THQ Nordic says the core story remains intact, but plot holes, contradictions, and logical inconsistencies have been revised. In addition, emptier areas from the original have been expanded, and some ideas that were originally cut have been reintroduced.

The combat system has been modernized to feel smoother and more dynamic, while still preserving the tactical core of the original.

Yes, explicitly so according to the developers. They say, in essence, that both long-time Gothic fans and players entering the Colony for the first time are meant to be addressed.

Data 

Release date: June 5, 2026
Status: Gold
Developer: Alkimia Interactive
Publisher: THQ Nordic
Genre: Action RPG / Open-world RPG
Engine: Unreal Engine 5
Available on: PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Playtime: 50+ hours
Singleplayer: Yes
Multiplayer: No
Modi: Story campaign