The date has been set. The remake of Gothic 1 will be released for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S in June 2026. This means it marks the game's 25th anniversary, as the original was released by Piranha Bytes on 15 March 2001.
Spanish developer Alkimia Interactive and Austrian publisher THQ Nordic are set to release the Gothic 1 Remake on 5 June 2026 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. This release date is slightly later than originally planned, as the developers are aiming to capture the classic Gothic feel as accurately as possible.
THQ Nordic: "During the development of the Gothic remake, our main focus was always on capturing the raw, unforgettable fascination and magic of the original. (...) This project was never just about developing a good game; it had to look and feel like 'Gothic' in every respect. And this could only be achieved through significantly more and constant 'iteration,' improvement, analysis, reworking, optimization, and perfection than is required for many other games."
"The Kingdom of Myrtana has been invaded by a relentless horde of orcs. Desperate for powerful weapons to repel them, King Rhobar II orders the mining of vast quantities of magical ore, setting every available prisoner to work in the Khorinis mines. To ensure no one escapes, the King commands his most skilled mages to erect a magical barrier. But something goes terribly wrong, and the magic spirals out of control, trapping everyone inside. The prisoners rebel, transforming the mine into a lawless territory ruled by the Colony's most brutal inmates. Now, the King must negotiate with these new rulers, as tensions rise among the mine's factions. Amidst the chaos, the arrival of an unknown prisoner will change everything ..." - THQ Nordic
