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Gothic 1 Remake — Patch 1.0.1 Is Live!

Gothic 1 Remake — Patch 1.0.1 Is Live! Hello Gothic Community, It has been one week since the release of Gothic 1 Remake, and we've received an incredible amount of feedback from all of you. Thank you for your support, bug reports, and sugg

Jun 12, 2026

Addressing a few concerns!

Hello everyone. What a release, what a release. We are ofc monitoring all channels across the board and have found the following things to be highly critical and we wanted to address them. PC Only Items - On PC we have seen some crashes bei

Jun 6, 2026

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

Jun 5, 2026

Voices of the Valley of Mines

With Gothic 1 Remake about to release, we thought it was the perfect time to introduce you to the voices that bring the Colony to life. Take a look at the voice casts for the English, German, Polish, and Russian localizations! Whenever poss

Jun 5, 2026

Gothic 1 Remake | Cinematic Intro

"The kingdom of Myrtana, united by King Rhobar II..." These are the exact words that began your journey into the Valley of Mines 25 years ago. In just 3 days , we return to the world of Gothic — this time with a brand new cinematic intro! W

Jun 2, 2026

Gothic 1 Remake – Global Launch Times

Official launch day: Friday, June 5th . Check the map below for exact release times in your timezone. See you in the Valley of Mines soon! Pre-order the game and get an official digital soundtrack for free! View on Steam

May 30, 2026

Gothic 1 Remake | Making Of #06: Combat System

"We felt that the original combat system was unique — something easy to pick up and learn, and something that gives you a lot of possibilities to build upon with progression. And we felt like these were the perfect parameters to build a new

May 29, 2026

Gothic 1 Remake | OST | The Swamp's Breath

The Swamp Camp is a place of power, faith, and devotion to the Sleeper. It possesses a unique, almost mystical atmosphere and energy. For the composer of the Gothic 1 Remake soundtrack, Kai Rosenkranz , it was essential to enhance the Broth

May 22, 2026

We are happy to announce we are taking part in Endix Showcase May 23-24th

We are excited to be a part of Endix Showcase to show off Gothic 1 Remake in a unique and creative way. What is Endix Showcase? Endix is a free virtual/digital event built as a game in Unreal Engine, this allows you to join the Showcase on

May 11, 2026

Gothic 1 Remake | Making Of Special: The Community

In just over a month, Gothic 1 Remake will be released, and we’ll once again be able to dive into this incredible world that hundreds of thousands of players fell in love with more than 20 years ago. Throughout all these years, the communit

Apr 30, 2026

Book Your Trip to the Colony Today: Pre-Order for Gothic 1 Remake Begins!

As all fans of the Gothic franchise know, being thrown into the colony requires a lot of preparation: Commit a crime of your choice. Get caught. Let the king's loyal servants drag you to the edge of the barrier. Have a fine judge read out t

Apr 7, 2026

Colony Calling: Gothic 1 Remake Drops June 2026

Barcelona, Spain / Vienna, Austria - February 12th, 2026: The Gothic 1 Remake's primary objective has always been to recreate that raw, unforgettable magic of the original – the gritty camp vibes, the living open-world, the rough language,

Feb 11, 2026

Gothic 1 Remake | Making Of #05: Bringing the World to Life

Gothic 1 Remake – Bringing the World to Life (Again) In Latest Making Of Episode Barcelona, Spain / Vienna, Austria - February 6th, 2026: One of the defining traits of the Gothic franchise has always been its living world. A dynamic ecosyst

Feb 6, 2026

Gothic 1 Remake | Making Of #05 Trailer

See how Alkimia Interactive reimagines iconic locations, lighting, and atmosphere while staying true to the essence of Gothic. Making Of #05 coming soon.

Feb 4, 2026

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Hello, Gothic Community! From the entire Gothic 1 Remake team, we’d like to wish you a Merry Christmas and all the best in the upcoming year 2026! We don’t really have Christmas lights to decorate the Colony, but the closest thing we have a

Dec 24, 2025

Gothic 1 Remake | Making Of #04: Story

"I was very happy because it's not often in life that you get a second chance." Join Mattias Filler, who was part of the original Gothic games , and the team at Alkimia Interactive and take a look behind the scenes of Gothic 1 Remake, divin

Dec 13, 2025

Combat Changes since August 2025

Hello Gothic fans, Today we wanted to take the time to talk about the combat in Gothic 1 Remake. Since we first showed the game at Gamescom and gave you the Nyras Prologue we got a lot of feedback, especially about combat. In general, the c

Nov 18, 2025

Voices Across the Colony: Behind the Scenes of the Gothic 1 Remake Localizations

Barcelona, Spain / Vienna, Austria - November 7th, 2025: THQ Nordic and Alkimia Interactive invite fans back into the Colony, not through combat or magic, but through voice. A brand-new series of making-of-videos offers an exclusive look at

Nov 7, 2025

Gothic 1 Remake launches in early 2026 — Nyras Demo is available on consoles!

Alkimia Interactive is working hard to bring the iconic classic back to life, staying true to the original atmosphere, world, and characters that made Gothic a beloved cult favorite. Expect a fully reimagined experience, powered by modern v

Aug 2, 2025

Two Legends, One Secret: THQ Nordic (Almost) Unveils Its Gamescom 2025 Lineup

Vienna/Austria, July 9th, 2025: Yep, we’re heading to Cologne again! THQ Nordic is thrilled to welcome you to gamescom 2025, where we’ll be showcasing three of our finest games. While one title must remain hidden like a treasure chest for n

Jul 9, 2025

Beyond an HD Remaster: How Alkimia Is Reimagining Gothic 1 - New Making Of Video

Barcelona, Spain / Vienna, Austria - July 8th, 2025: With over 1,000,000 wishlist entries on Steam, the Gothic 1 Remake is one of the most highly anticipated upcoming RPGs. Today, the developers at Alkimia Interactive dive into the game’s a

Jul 8, 2025

Gothic 1 Remake | Making Of #03 Trailer

A behind-the-scenes look at our art vision for the Valley of Mines like you’ve never seen it before. Making Of - Chapter III is coming next week.

Jul 2, 2025

One Million Nameless Heroes: Gothic 1 Remake Surpasses 1,000,000 Wishlists

Barcelona, Spain / Vienna, Austria - May 21st, 2025: "Welcome to the colony" might just be the words gamers can’t wait to hear: Over 1,000,000 players have already wishlisted the Gothic 1 Remake on Steam, rocketing it to #22 on the platform

May 21, 2025

Your Feedback, Our Upgrade: Updated Gothic 1 Remake Demo Now Available

Barcelona, Spain / Vienna, Austria - May 8, 2025: There’s a new demo in town! Developer Alkimia Interactive has been closely monitoring and analyzing player feedback since the release of the Gothic 1 Remake demo - the so-called Nyras Prolog

May 9, 2025

Gothic 1 Remake | Making Of #02: Old vs. New

Barcelona, Spain / Vienna, Austria - April 15, 2025: Today, developer Alkimia Interactive has revealed new insights into the Gothic 1 Remake. The development team offered another in-depth look, as part of their making-of-series, into the cr

Apr 15, 2025

Step into the Colony with the Gothic Remake – Nyras Prologue at Steam Next Fest

Barcelona, Spain / Vienna, Austria, February 24th, 2025: Today, THQ Nordic and Alkimia Interactive are thrilled to invite players into the brutal world of Gothic 1 Remake with a standalone experience: Nyras Prologue . Launching as part of S

Feb 24, 2025

Gothic 1 Remake - Demo | Nyras Prologue available starting at 24 February

We’re thrilled to announce that the Gothic 1 Remake Demo – Nyras Prologue will be available to everyone during Steam Next Fest , running from February 24 to March 3 ! The Demo will be available starting at 24 February 2025 at 15:00 CET . Th

Feb 21, 2025

MEDIA ALERT: Behind the Scenes - The Making of Gothic 1 Remake

Barcelona, Spain / Vienna, Austria, February 7th, 2025: Today, THQ Nordic is releasing the first making-of video for the highly anticipated Gothic 1 Remake! Titled "Chapter 1: The Essence of Gothic" , this behind-the-scenes featurette provi

Feb 7, 2025

This Friday.

Feb 7, 2025

Happy New Year in the Valley of Mines!

Dear friends, On behalf of the Gothic 1 Remake team, we wish you a Happy New Year! Let 2025 bring you joy, bright emotions, and exciting adventures — both in real life and in the world we are creating together with you. For us, 2025 will be

Dec 31, 2024

Rice Fields of the New Camp in "Gothic 1 Remake"

The rice fields are one of the first things newcomers encounter upon entering the New Camp. Here, under the open sky and in any weather, peasants are forced into grueling labor. Ruling over the fields is the Rice Lord, one of the camp’s fou

Nov 15, 2024

Showcase Trailer 2024 with Polish dubbing

Yesterday marked the final day of Poznan Game Arena and EGX London! Thank you everyone for coming! As a special closing gift to our Polish community, we’re thrilled to present the fully localized Showcase Trailer in Polish!

Oct 28, 2024

"Gothic 1 Remake" with Polish dubbing will be at Poznan Game Arena 2024!

See you in Poznań, Poland – 25-27 October! For this occasion, we've made a special trailer for you with Polish dubbing!

Oct 23, 2024

That's music to my ears - "New Camp Cave" soundtrack

Barcelona, Spain / Vienna, Austria, October 16th, 2024: THQ Nordic is excited to announce the "New Camp Cave" soundtrack from "Gothic 1 Remake" is now live and available on YouTube. Fans of the iconic RPG can now immerse themselves in the a

Oct 16, 2024

THQ Nordic's Digital Showcase Unveils New Games, Gameplay, and Exciting Teasers!

Shots Fired: THQ Nordic's Digital Showcase Unveils New Games, Gameplay, and Exciting Teasers! Vienna/Austria - August 2nd, 2024: The stage lights have dimmed, and the 2024 THQ Nordic Digital Showcase has officially taken its final bow! We'v

Aug 2, 2024

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, expl

Aug 2, 2024

Are you ready for something New...?

Aug 2, 2024

"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

Jul 31, 2024

Gothic Remake Podcast | Episode 4: Art & World Design

Our long-awaited 4th episode of the podcast is out now! When gameplay? What are the inspiration points of the art team? New music? The answers to these questions you will find in this episode! Listen to it on “THQ Nordic Inside” YouTube cha

Jul 12, 2024

Gothic 1 Remake is a headliner of 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 F

Jun 21, 2024

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

Jun 13, 2024

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 b

Apr 25, 2024

Updated Screenshots of "Gothic 1 Remake" in Steam!

Greetings from the colony! Recently we've updated our screenshots on the Steam Page! Enjoy! Diego from "Gothic 1 Remake" A shot from "Nyras" Demo A warehouse The gate near the exchange zone Goblins from "Gothic 1 Remake" Gomez from "Gothic

Apr 16, 2024

New Gothic merch!

We're very proud to announce the newest Gothic merch for your home: The official #Gothic Vase to "display" your favorite flowers or other plants! Even approved by Cor Kalom and Lester!

Apr 1, 2024

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

Mar 22, 2024

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

Mar 15, 2024

General Update - Fire Demon Sneak Peek!

This infernal creature from hell, loyal to its master, Xardas, stands as the final trial for those seeking an audience with the necromancer within the desolate tower in the Orc lands. Demons are servants of Beliar, the god of darkness, hatr

Feb 26, 2024

General Update - Fire Lizard Sneakpeek!

As you explore the sandy shores of Myrtana, watch out! Here, besides the usual lizards, you might run into fire lizards as well! Their crests glow with a red-bloody color, and their mouths spew terrible flames! These creatures are really ri

Jan 31, 2024

General Update - Swampshark Sneakpeek!

The Ulu-Mulu quest is a key moment in Gothic 1, representing one of the game's most dangerous and challenging missions. Among the ingredients needed to create it is the tooth of a swamp shark. To obtain it, you must return to the ominous an

Dec 24, 2023

Gothic Remake Podcast is back!

In this new episode, we discuss two big moments for us from last summer - the Old Camp trailer and our secret Nyras Demo from Gamescom. We also have new guests from our team on the podcast: Daniel Candil, our Art Director Joan Planelles, ou

Dec 22, 2023

Celebrating 20 Years of Gothic 2: Night of the Raven! Raven Sneak Peek!

Greetings, prisoners and loyal fans of Gothic series! On August 21st, we mark a truly momentous occasion - the 20th anniversary of the beloved game expansion for Gothic 2 - Night of the Raven, that has captured our hearts and imaginations.

Aug 21, 2023

Welcome to the Old Camp | Showcase Trailer 2023

Explore the Old Camp in Gothic 1 Remake. Immerse yourself in the daily life of the colony's largest camp and meet its inhabitants, driven by self-interest and seeking their own advantage. Feel the contrasting mix of tension and moments of t

Aug 11, 2023

Life in the Old Camp. Soon.

Add Gothic 1 Remake to your Wishlist! store.steampowered.com/app/1297900/Gothic_1_Remake Join our Discord and Twitter Alkimia Interactive , Gothic Game !

Aug 9, 2023

Gothic Remake Podcast - Episode #2

Join us for an exciting new episode of the Gothic Remake Podcast as we dive deep into the fascinating world of game design principles and choices. Our special guest for this episode is none other than Javi Untoria , our brilliant Lead Game

Jul 21, 2023

General Update - Skeleton Mage Sneakpeek!

There are so many places in the Minental that leave more questions than answers, don't they? The Fog Tower and the labyrinthine network beneath it, infested with an army of undead, instill fear and terror in any traveler who ventures inside

Jun 30, 2023

Gothic Remake Podcast is out NOW!

Get ready to journey back to the colony with the ultimate insider guide to the upcoming Gothic Remake! In this exciting new podcast , our legendary composer Kai Rosenkranz and lead producer Reinhard Pollice will reveal behind-the-scenes det

May 31, 2023

New Magic Spell from Gothic Remake!

You know that we take feedback from you seriously, so we couldn't get past the most important detail that we forgot about during the process of creating Old Camp - the barrel! We heard your pleas and decided to take it to the next level. In

Apr 1, 2023

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 g

Mar 15, 2023

General Update - Harpy Sneakpeek!

All the Focus Stones scattered throughout the Colony are guarded by dangerous, and at times even terrifying creatures. Do you recall the defenders of the magical artifact in Troll's Canyon and the inhabitants of the Mountain Fort, which you

Feb 24, 2023

General Update - Molerat Sneakpeek!

Have you ever had a feeling of being left with unanswered questions after some quests in Gothic? Like the quest with the missing Nek from the Old Camp? How could a battle-hardened guard not handle three molerats? Sounds a bit weird and susp

Jan 27, 2023

Merry Christmas! Teaser from the Old Camp

For the holidays, we return to the place where it all began - the Valley of Mines. Enjoy a seasonal sneak peek at the Old Camp and our efforts to create a faithful Gothic experience. And it wouldn’t be faithful without an atmospheric soundt

Dec 23, 2022

Here is a closer look at Goblins in Gothic 1 Remake!

These devious little creatures can annoy even hardened adventurers. For inexperienced warriors, they can even spell their doom! They can quickly surround you and attack all at once, armed with clubs, old rusty swords, or anything they can g

Nov 18, 2022

General Update - Bloodfly Sneakpeak!

Hey Gothic Community! Gothic 1 Remake’s development is in full swing and we would like to share everything at once, but let's leave something for dessert? Today we decided to give you a first look at a redesigned Bloodfly! Do you remember h

Nov 4, 2022

We heard you loud and clear!

Gothic community, we hear you loud and clear. That’s why we decided to give you exactly what you’ve been asking for over the last two years: mounts for goblins. The new Snapper mount for goblins will arrive in the in-game G-Store of the Got

Apr 1, 2022

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 shor

Dec 23, 2021

General Update - Minecrawler Sneak Peak & Call for Community Manager Application

Back in March, we released a render of the actual in-game Scavenger created for the Gothic Remake to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Gothic. Since it’s been a while, we thought we would post another update. We really enjoyed the critical

Nov 30, 2021

APRIL, APRIL: Enhance Your Adventure – Gothic Remake to Feature In-game Store

Hope you have not taken that too serious ;) April, April Enhance your adventure – Gothic Remake to feature in-game store Barcelona, Spain / Vienna, Austria, April 1st, 2021: Gothic has just turned 20 years old, and players around the world

Apr 1, 2021

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 – store.steampowered.com/app/1297900 A lot more inf

Mar 15, 2021