It’s a massive year for RPG fans. While all eyes have been on the upcoming Gothic 1 Remake (set to drop on June 5, 2026), THQ Nordic has just dropped a bombshell for those who prefer their classics served raw and uncut.

The original Gothic Trilogy—the series that defined “euro-jank” charm and immersive open-world design—is officially making its way to PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One later this year.

A Staggered Release for the Classics

Rather than dropping all three at once, THQ Nordic is giving us a summer-to-winter roadmap of classic RPG goodness. If you’ve been a PC-only fan for two decades or missed out on the Nintendo Switch ports, here is when you can mark your calendars:

Title	Release Date	Price
Gothic Classic	July 28, 2026	£24.99 / €29.99
Gothic II Complete Classic	September 29, 2026	£24.99 / €29.99
Gothic 3 Classic	November 24, 2026	£24.99 / €29.99

Pro Tip: If you’ve already pre-ordered the Gothic 1 Remake, check your library—you should have immediate access to Gothic Classic as a digital pre-order bonus!

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What to Expect: HD Visuals and Modern Controls

Let’s be real: the original Gothic games are legendary, but their control schemes were… unique. To make these titles playable on modern hardware, THQ Nordic and Alkimia Interactive have implemented:

• Native Gamepad Support: No more wrestling with a keyboard-only layout from 2001.
• Upgraded UI: Tailor-made interfaces for console screens.
• Performance Boosts: Higher resolution textures and smoother frame rates, while keeping that distinct, gritty “boxy” aesthetic intact.
• The Full Experience: Gothic II includes the massive Night of the Raven expansion, while Gothic 3 finally brings the sprawling mainland of Myrtana to consoles for the first time ever.

Why This Matters

For the uninitiated, the Gothic series is famous for its “tough love” approach. You start as a nobody in a convict colony, and unlike modern RPGs, the world doesn’t care about you. If you walk into the wrong woods at level 1, a Scavenger will end your journey.

It’s a world where NPCs have daily routines, factions actually matter, and your progression from a weakling to a powerhouse feels earned. It’s the DNA that inspired games like The Witcher and Elex.

Are you ready to return to the Barrier, or will this be your first time hearing “Welcome to the Colony”? Let us know in the comments!

Find out more here – https://gothic-game.com

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