The cult-classic open-world RPG is getting several new versions later this year

Gothic Coming to mobile devices in 2026, THQ Nordic has revealed. The recently announced mobile port marks the third version Gothic Which is scheduled to start this year.

March 15 marked the 25th anniversary GothicIts original launch in Germany was followed by an English-language release in late 2001. The open-world RPG is one of the most influential and widely celebrated games developed by Piranha Bites, a now-defunct Essen-based studio that was acquired by Embracer Group in May 2019 and closed in June 2024. Impact on their game. That group includes CD Projekt Red, who said Gothic It influenced both the design and the atmosphere of the 2007 game The the witcher. Warhorse Studios was also cited Gothic As one of the inspirations after the first Kingdom Come: Redemption.

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A Gothic mobile port was announced for the RPG's 25th anniversary

Commemorating the game's 25th anniversary, THQ Nordic announced Gothic Mobile port on March 16. The new version of this dark fantasy open-world RPG is currently without a release date, but it is officially targeting a 2026 launch. It has so far only been confirmed for iOS devices, namely iPhones and iPads. While the brief reveal trailer accompanying THQ Nordic's announcement doesn't go into too many details, it's possible that the mobile port will be based on the Nintendo Switch version of the game, it's said. Gothic Classicwhich was originally released in September 2023. The Switch port offered modern controls and remastered graphics.

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A possible Gothic Classic Xbox and PlayStation release date appears online

Gothic Classic Previously announced for the PlayStation and Xbox consoles, official confirmation is coming at the August 2025 THQ Nordic Digital Showcase. At the time, the Austrian publisher said ports were planned for 2026. While THQ Nordic has yet to offer further details, a possible release date has recently appeared to begin listing on the Xbox app. Gothic Classic Coming July 28, 2026. If that information is correct, the PlayStation version will arrive on the same date.

All Gothic versions are coming in 2026

Gothic 1 Remake
- Release date: June 5, 2026
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
Gothic Classic
- Release date: July 28, 2026 (rumored)
- Platforms: PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Series X/S
Gothic Classic Mobile
- Release Date: TBA, Target 2026
- Platforms: iOS

separately, Gothic 1 Remake Recently locked in a June 5 release date, THQ Nordic first announced February 2026. The Unreal Engine 5 reimagining of the cult-classic RPG has been in development since 2020 at Alkimia Interactive, the Spanish subsidiary of THQ Nordic founded that same year. The Gothic The remake was initially targeted for a late 2024 launch but was delayed several times. Its development history has also been shaped by fan feedback: while the original 2019 demo was criticized for feeling too mechanically different from Piranha Bytes' RPG, Alkimia seemed to take that feedback on board, with the second demo – released in February 2025 and still available on Steam as of this writing – receiving a much warmer reception.

Gothic It owes its cult status to a blend of dark fantasy environments, realistic NPC routines, and writing that makes its world feel less like a player's sandbox and more like a self-contained place. It differs from most open-world RPGs through a combat system that lets the protagonist improve not only damage and defense stats but also animations, unlocking new combos by training with skilled trainers. Its sequel, Gothic 2It retained many of the same qualities while providing a large open world. For years, some vocal fans on the r/WorldOfGothic subreddit and other forums have hoped that, if the upcoming remake is commercially successful, Alkimia will get the resources needed to modernize the second and third. Gothic Games too.