So here's what's cooking with the Gothic 1 Remake - the devs just released another making-of episode, and honestly? It's looking pretty damn good. This time around, they're pulling back the curtain on how they're bringing that iconic world back to life for 2026.
Remember the original Gothic from way back in 2001? That janky but lovable RPG that somehow managed to create one of the most atmospheric game worlds ever? Well, THQ Nordic's team is clearly treating this remake like their baby. The new video goes deep into their world-building process, and you can tell these folks actually get what made the original special.
What strikes me about this whole remake situation is how they're balancing nostalgia with modern tech. They're not just slapping a fresh coat of paint on the old game - they're rebuilding everything from the ground up while keeping that Gothic vibe intact. The episode shows off some gorgeous environmental work, and man, seeing the Valley of Mines with modern graphics hits different.
The remake's still scheduled to hit PC and consoles sometime in 2026, though we don't have a solid release date yet. But if they keep dropping these behind-the-scenes glimpses? I'm totally fine waiting. This is shaping up to be exactly what Gothic fans have been asking for since, well, forever.
Quick reminder - if you haven't played the original, it's still on Steam and totally worth checking out. Just... maybe install some community patches first. Trust me on that one.

Diego
Strategy & simulation — 4X, RTS, grand strategy, city builders