Gothic 1

Piranha Bytes · THQ Nordic

Released
Mar 15, 2001
Platforms
Windows
Last updated
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RPGOpen WorldClassicAtmosphericSingleplayer

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  1. Rock, Paper, Shotgun

    Gothic remake lockpicking backlash raises the fascinating question of whether anybody really enjoys lockpicking in RPGs

    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 keyb

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    Gothic 1 Remake is Out Now! Welcome to the Colony!

    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

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    Celebrating 25 Years of Gothic!

    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, e

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    Gothic 1 Remake - Gameplay Footage

    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 yourse

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    "Gothic 1 Remake" Gameplay Footage is in 2 Days on THQ Nordic Showcase!

    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

  7. Rock, Paper, Shotgun

    Embracer reportedly close down cult RPG maker Piranha Bytes, creators of Gothic, Risen, and Elex

    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 C

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    Gothic Classic Khorinis Saga Is Available Now for Nintendo Switch!

    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 monst

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    Gothic Remake is a headliner of the upcoming THQ Nordic Showcase 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 /

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    Back For Good: THQ Nordic Will Be At gamescom 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 franchis

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    Why Get One If You Can Have Two? Gothic Classic Khorinis Saga Coming to Nintendo

    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 classi

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    Sleeper, Sleeper On the Wall, Who Has the Fairest Collector's Edition Of All?

    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 th

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    New Key Cover Art for “Gothic 1 Remake”!

    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 Nameles

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    Happy 23rd anniversary to Gothic 1!

    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 i

  15. Rock, Paper, Shotgun

    Piranha Bytes, devs of Gothic and Elex, are next on Embracer's chopping block

    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

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    Gothic Classic is coming to Nintendo Switch in September 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 t

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    Happy 22nd anniversary to Gothic 1!

    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 creat

  18. Rock, Paper, Shotgun

    Gothic 1 Remake's new trailer captures the atmosphere of the original

    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 corr

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    Alkimia and THQ Nordic wishing you Happy Holidays from the Colony!

    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 developer

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    Happy 20 years of Gothic!

    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 – A lot more information coming soon so join or to stay tuned!