The Gothic 1 Remake has made an impressive start since launching just one week ago, with publisher THQ Nordic confirming that the game has already surpassed 500,000 units sold across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
The milestone marks a strong return for one of gaming’s most iconic RPG franchises, with developer Alkimia Interactive also reporting excellent early engagement across all platforms. Alongside strong sales, player activity has highlighted significant interest from both long-time fans and newcomers exploring the Colony for the first time.
Gothic 1 Remake | Release Trailer
Strong Steam Performance and Player Engagement
On June 7th, the game reached a peak of nearly 78,000 concurrent players on Steam, reflecting the immediate attention the remake has drawn since release. This level of activity places the title among the stronger recent launches in the RPG space on PC.
Community response has also been overwhelmingly positive, with more than 15,000 user reviews contributing to an 85% “Very Positive” rating on Steam. The reception suggests that the remake has successfully captured the atmosphere and identity of the original while modernising it for today’s audience.
A Thank You to the Community
Alkimia Interactive and THQ Nordic have expressed their gratitude to players for the strong launch reception, extending thanks not only to new players but also to long-time fans who have supported the Gothic franchise for over 25 years.
The developers emphasised that this milestone would not have been possible without the dedication of the community, which has remained active around the series for decades despite long gaps between major entries.
Ongoing Support Planned
While the launch figures are already encouraging, the studio has made it clear that this is only the beginning for the remake. Alkimia Interactive plans to continue supporting and improving the game in the weeks and months ahead, with updates and refinements expected as feedback continues to come in from players.
This ongoing support aims to further polish the experience and ensure the remake evolves in response to community input, maintaining momentum beyond its initial release window.
Available Now Across All Platforms
The Gothic 1 Remake is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Players can learn more or purchase the game via the following official storefronts:
- Steam: https://thqn.net/g1r-steam
- GOG: https://thqn.net/G1R-gog
- PlayStation: https://thqn.net/G1R-ps
- Xbox: https://thqn.net/G1R-Xbox
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