Gothic 1 Remake Sells 500,000 Copies in Its First Week and Exceeds All Expectations

RPG lovers have a reason to celebrate: Gothic 1 Remake launched June 5, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and has already surpassed 500,000 copies sold in its first week. A figure that has surprised everyone.

What is Gothic?

If you don't know it, Gothic is a German RPG released in 2001 that became an absolute cult classic, especially in Eastern and Central Europe. Its open world, rude characters, and non-linear progression system made it legendary. The remake, developed by THQ Nordic, promises to recreate that experience with modern graphics without losing the soul of the original.

What are critics saying?

Reviews have been mostly positive. Fans of the original are happy with how the game's atmosphere has been respected, and new players have an accessible way to discover why Gothic was so special. It's not a 10/10, but it's solid and made with love.

Why those 500,000 copies matter

In a market where remakes of well-known franchises sometimes disappoint, Gothic proves there's a real appetite for bringing back classic RPGs with care and respect. It's a positive signal for similar projects in several companies' pipelines.

And the original community?

The most veteran Gothic fans have divided opinions, as always happens with remakes. Some miss the roughness of the original, but most acknowledge that the game captures the essentials. The debate on PC forums is still alive, which is already a sign that the game matters.