King Rhobar II, in need of a large quantity of magical ore in order to forge powerful weapons, operates the Khorinis mines with all available prisoners. To prevent them from escaping, the monarch asks his best magicians to create a magical barrier.

But something goes wrong.

The magic gets out of control and a mutiny turns the mines into a wild territory now controlled by the most violent prisoners.

The King is forced to negotiate with the new owners, while the tension between the different factions of the mines increases.

What no one expects is that the arrival of an unknown prisoner will change absolutely everything.

With modern hardware and gameplay systems in mind, while still ensuring the original’s charm is maintained, the team at Alkimia Interactive are creating an experience that will feel welcoming whether you’ve been a fan of Gothic since the original or you’re totally new to this legendary tale of the Nameless Hero.

The Alkimia Interactive development team offered another in-depth look, as part of their making-of-series, into the creation of their ambitious project: This remake of the cult classic will not only deliver a complete visual overhaul but also introduce systemic and narrative refinements that aim to elevate the beloved original into a modern experience.

"Our job was to find out what elements should stay exactly as they are and what elements should be expanded," explains Reinhard Pollice, Alkimia Interactive's Studio Director. Throughout the production, the developers found themselves constantly navigating between honoring the original while thoughtfully enhancing it with new ideas to make the experience even more compelling. Gothic 1 Remake aims to stay true to the original’s core narrative, while addressing long-standing issues: Plot holes, contradictions, and logical inconsistencies have been carefully reviewed and rewritten.

Creating a believable, breathing open world is one of the remake’s central design goals. The team implemented a detailed living world simulation where characters follow daily routines, witness player actions, and dynamically respond to events, even when the player isn’t nearby. "We’re not just configuring NPCs’ homes or schedules.", says Javier Untoria, Lead Game Designer. "We are creating a living world with a lot of character."

Another exciting part of the remake is how the development team expands existing areas and and found inspiration in elements that were originally cut. The development team looked at areas that were empty in the original and fleshed them out. From mysterious dungeons to hidden paths and deeper interactions with orc culture, many of the game’s lore-rich aspects are being given space to truly shine.

For those eager to dive into the world of Gothic right away, this is the perfect opportunity! Enjoy up to 50% off Gothic classics and selected merch during the Spring Sale, available for a limited time over the Easter holidays.

Key Features:

• Return to The Colony, in a full blown remake of the popular and revolutionary game Gothic from 2001. Rediscover the world of the mining colony, its secrets and challenges.
• Play as the Nameless Hero – Manage the fate of a lifetime convicted prisoner who must survive in a world of wild animals, creatures and convicts of dangerous reputation.
• Faithful full remake of the original Gothic 1.
• Modernized combat system that takes the basic premises of the original combat system to the modern age.

The Gothic Collector's Edition is now available for pre-order at a suggested retail price of € 199.99 / $ 199.99 / £ 169.99.

The Gothic 1 Remake is currently in development for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.