Gothic 1 Remake Reviews
Gothic Remake proves it is still possible to build one, and to build it without a soulslike label, without hand-holding disguised as inclusion, and without ever once doubting whether the player can handle what is being asked of them.
Gothic 1 Remake doesn't try to re-tell history; it just wants to paint over it. On one hand, you get the same atmospheric, brilliantly constructed world, now looking better than ever. On the other, that gorgeous world is still weighed down by decades-old gameplay mechanics and rigid level design. If you're hunting for a modern RPG built on modern standards, look elsewhere. But if you're an old-school purist who misses this legendary setting, or someone willing to tolerate clunky mechanics to experience a true classic, this remake does exactly what it sets out to do.
Review in Persian | Read full review
Gothic 1 Remake succeeded in preserving the spirit of the original game more than attempting to fully modernize it a decision that gave it a unique identity but also left many of its old issues intact. As a result, the experience carries a special charm for longtime fans, yet it suffers from clear flaws that prevent it from reaching the level it could have achieved had it dared to redesign some of its core foundations.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Gothic Remake has both notable achievements and considerable shortcomings in its journey to remake one of the most enduring RPGs in history. While sporting a more modern look, the game still preserves the deep role-playing mechanics and high player agency in quest completion—qualities that, although entirely indebted to the classic original, are far less common in today's RPG landscape. On the other hand, however, some fundamental issues can significantly overshadow the experience and frustrate the player. Furthermore, the developers' excessive effort to remain faithful to certain aspects of the classic version has caused not only the positives but also the negatives—sometimes in even greater doses—to carry over into the remake, occasionally leaving an unpleasant impression on the player. This title may offer a modern-graphics experience of Gothic 1, but as a "remake," it fails to shine particularly brightly.
Review in Persian | Read full review
A wonderful remake that captures the spirit of Gothic and gives it a modern twist.
Review in Russian | Read full review
The Gothic hero is back in decent form. It boasts modern graphics and offers a compelling story and precise character development. However, the progression is slow and demanding, which can be frustrating in the first few hours.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
I am happy to state that Gothic 1 Remake is a great game, and one that impressed me more than I was expecting. Having played the Remake’s demo, I was skeptical about this game being a true remake of the original. But it is, and a great remake at that.
Gothic 1 Remake pays homage to the original with a third-person RPG that aims to challenge the player. With no interactive maps, compasses, waypoints, or on-screen markers, we must listen closely to the characters and rely on them to get through the early stages, which will gradually draw us into this great adventure. The improvements go beyond the visuals to offer a better-designed world in terms of gameplay, smoother combat, and a rewritten story full of new possibilities. A return that isn't without its flaws but marks a good first step for future remakes
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Gothic 1 Remake is a game that will kill you, force you to learn why, and then make you grateful for the lesson - and if that sounds like a good time, welcome to the Colony.
Review in Unknown | Read full review
Gothic 1 Remake successfully preserves the dark atmosphere, harsh progression, and old-school sense of discovery that made the original so memorable, even if technical issues and occasional clunkiness keep it from feeling fully polished.
Review in Czech | Read full review
The fans are surely delighted by this remake, but does it succeed in pleasing other people as well?
Review in Finnish | Read full review
Gothic 1 Remake really blossoms and shines once players get through the excruciatingly slow start, with the seemingly endless back-and-forth conversations and tasks. Whilst I do appreciate how heavily this game focuses on NPC interaction, and its importance in forming alliances, Gothic fails to make me care about any of these Old Camp Shadow thugs, Brotherhood of the Sleeper cultists, or New Camp Mercenaries. Diego is the only character that even comes close to being likeable. Gothic 1 Remake’s biggest achievement is to truly deliver that vintage gameplay experience to players. If you’re a big fan of old-school game design, minimal guidance, and unforgiving difficulty, then this game is for you. For players who have grown accustomed to modern quality of life features like fast travel and auto-saves, Gothic 1 Remake can feel rather frustrating. One of my personal pet peeves was the trainer-based progression system. I had to track down one of the many NPCs who can train me to level up a certain skill. Yes, I know I sound like I didn’t enjoy the game. On the contrary, it brought me back to my childhood, when games didn’t have guides, floating arrows pointing where you had to go next, or glowing objects that stood out so you knew which ones you could interact with. If you’re looking for that old-school feel, Gothic 1 Remake will not disappoint. Gothic 1 Remake gets the Thumb Culture Gold Award!
Gothic 1 Remake is a special title. It bottles all the magic of the original game and has managed to tinker with it enough to keep it authentic but accessible to an entirely new fanbase. It’s still rough as all hell, but this only helps make it captivating. And in a world of gaming where stories are often told through cutscenes, the Gothic Remake makes you tell your own story through its actions, setting, and sense of challenge and immersion. It might be a bit more on the niche side thanks to its rough parts and difficulty, but for you masochists and immersion seekers, Gothic 1 Remake is going to take you right into the Prison Colony, beat you up, steal your ore, and by the Sleeper, you are going to thank it and go back for more!
Gothic 1 Remake brings back a harsh single-player RPG set inside The Colony, where training, camp politics, and dangerous exploration all shape your progress. The game makes you slow down, listen, and learn the world instead of chasing markers. The frame rate cap, pop-in, audio bugs, and clumsy menus kept getting in the way. There’s a good RPG here for fans who miss this kind of challenge, but I’d wait for more fixes before jumping in.
Gothic Remake faithfully preserves what made the original a genre-defining RPG. Its gradual character progression, rewarding role-playing systems, and immersive NPC routines still feel remarkably ahead of their time. Rather than reinventing the formula, the remake strengthens the legacy of a game that remains one of the finest examples of classic RPG design, even by today's standards.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Gothic 1 Remake is a faithful reimagining of the 2001 classic, preserving its core essence while delivering an immersive world that encourages players to explore and forge their own path. This approach may prove frustrating for those expecting a modern RPG experience, but it richly rewards players willing to embrace its harsh, dangerous world with a compelling adventure filled with memorable moments.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
A classic RPG remake stemming from a time when RPG were more brutal and let the player explore and discover the world of their own volition. Begin by being literally tossed into the world and have to struggle to survive.
Gothic 1 Remake captures the harsh, unforgiving charm of the original with big visual gains, even if the jank remains.
Gothic Remake is primarily designed for fans of the original masterpiece, retaining its ruthless, uncompromising philosophy. While quality-of-life updates make it slightly more accessible, the brutal difficulty remains a steep wall for newcomers. It’s a punishing experience that delivers rare satisfaction. Despite a lack of innovation, it’s an excellent starting point for the franchise's rebirth.
Review in Italian | Read full review
we can say that Gothic 1 Remake is not a game for everyone, and it does absolutely nothing to become one. It is a respectful and rigorous act of love towards a way of understanding role-playing games that many thought were extinct, a work that requires patience, absolute dedication, and the willingness to accept a significantly above-average level of initial disorientation from the player. The historical flaws related to the structural stiffness of the combat system have unfortunately remained in place, partially masked by a modern control system but still evident in tense situations, and the imperfect technical framework found on Xbox Series X prevents the title from reaching the absolute excellence to which it could have aspired with greater polish in the optimization phase. It remains, however, an imposing, dirty adventure, pulsating with a life of its own, and endowed with an unparalleled atmosphere, capable of reminding today's industry that sometimes, to move forward and truly evolve, you have to have the courage to not forget where we came from.
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