How Alkimia Is Reimagining Gothic 1 - New Making Of Video
Emanuela
(08. July 2025 17:30
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Beyond an HD remaster: How Alkimia is reimagining Gothic 1 in 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 art style and share detailed insights into how they've recreated the Valley of Mines. Their challenge is to capture the atmosphere, style, and iconic visuals of the original game while delivering modern, state-of-the-art graphics nearly 25 years after its initial release.
Gothic 1 Remake | Making Of #03: Art Vision
Eager for more news about the Gothic 1 Remake? Don't miss the THQ Nordic Digital Showcase 2025 on August 1st at 21:00 CEST / 8 PM BST / 3 PM ET.
THQ Nordic and Developer Alkimia Interactive are grateful for the incredible support and are fully committed to delivering a remake worthy of the original's legacy. While the full release is still in the works, players can already get a taste of what's to come by diving into the Nyras-Prologue, a free demo on Steam that's just been updated. It offers a solid glimpse of the gameplay and atmosphere - without spoiling any of the story.
Curious about how Alkimia Interactive is handling the Gothic legacy with care and how much fan feedback shapes development? Check out the ongoing Making-of-series on YouTube:
About Gothic 1 Remake 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
Features • Faithful Remake: Experience the original 2001 RPG classic fully rebuilt using current gen technology, preserving its iconic atmosphere while enhancing the gameplay for a fluid and dynamic experience. • Expansive Gameplay: Immerse yourself in over 50 hours of gameplay, exploring the vast and dangerous world of the Colony. Discover secrets old and new, challenging combat encounters, and unique NPCs each with their own story to tell • Dynamic Living World: Explore a vibrant world where inhabitants go about their daily lives: working, sleeping, eating, and fighting to survive, adding depth and realism to this immersive world. • Branching Story: Chose which of the three factions to align with, influencing how your abilities and playstyle develop and how this true adventure unfolds. • Enhanced Combat System: Master a modernized combat system that updates the core mechanics of the original, offering a more fluid and dynamic experience while staying true to its deliberate and tactical roots. • Play as the Nameless Hero: Navigate the fate of a lifelong convict who must survive in a treacherous world filled with wild animals, ancient magic, and dangerous foes.
Gothic 1 Remake is currently in development for PC, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S. Stay tuned for more updates on the official website.
