Gothic 1
War has been waged across the kingdom of Myrtana. Orcish hordes invaded human territory and the king of the land needed a lot of ore to forge enough weapons, should his army stand against this threat. Whoever breaks the law in these darkest of times is sentenced to serve in the giant penal colony of Khorinis, mining the so much needed...
Gothic 1 is a rpg, open world and classic game
developed by Piranha Bytes
and published by THQ Nordic.
Released on March 15th 2001 is available only on Windows
in 8 languages: English, German, Spanish - Spain, Polish, French, Italian, Czech and Russian.
It has received 14,818 reviews of which 13,742 were positive and 1,076 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. š
The game is currently priced at 2.49ā¬ on Steam and has a 75% discount.
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Windows
- OS *: Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10/11
- Processor: Intel Pentium III 700 MHz
- Memory: 512 MB RAM
- Graphics: 3D graphics card with 32 MB Ram
- DirectX: Version 8.1
- Storage: 5 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible
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Over the past couple of years, Iāve gained a deeper appreciation for a wider variety of games. This has led me to uncover some truly remarkable games, ultimately leading me to Gothicāa discovery for which I couldnāt be more grateful. The world of Gothic is a dark and unforgiving one, marked by a gritty and oppressive atmosphere. Combined with the direct and blunt way the characters interact, it paints a vivid picture of a world where there is no room for flowery speech. Everyoneāfrom hardened mercenaries to scholarly magesātalks to each other like regulars at a dockside tavern. Despite the presence of orcs and dragons, this approach creates a grounded, low fantasy atmosphere. The music Is diverse and plays a crucial role in shaping the atmosphere the right way. I think the big elephant in the room is the so-called eurojank. Yeah, the game is janky as hell and I canāt count the times I got stuck in random places and had to reload my save file (seriously, I had to save as many times as possible, just like in Oblivion lol). But I would be lying if I said the jank doesnāt contribute to the overall charm of the game. Though the game is not unplayable by any means. The occasional jank doesnāt distract from the love and passion put into it. And all the other fantastic aspects of the game certainly made up for it. I suppose another reason people might shy away from this game is because of its dated graphics. Itās not pretty, but for me the graphics are far from the deciding factor in my enjoyment. Despite the clunkiness the world feels remarkably alive, packed with distinctive locations, secrets, and encounters. This is further deepened by the fact that every NPC follows their own daily routine, reacting when you walk through their hut or rummage through their belongings. The mine colony also never feels empty. This is mainly because the world is cleverly segmented by natural obstacles that blend seamlessly into the landscape. The gameplay is very much something you need to get used to. In the first 20 minutes, I didnāt even know how to pick up items or equip a weapon to fight. The design seems confusing at first, almost like the devs wanted to be different for the sake of it. But after over 30 hours with the game, I can say they clearly put a lot of thought into it. Whether you like it or not, every step, every movement you have to consciously make adds to the immersion. Could it have been done better? Oh definitely. But over time, the gameplay has really grown on me. However, the aspect I loved most about this game is how the MC is treated. You're pretty much dogmeat early on, and fighting multiple enemies at the start is almost guaranteed suicide. What I love about Gothic is that the MC isnāt the typical chosen one, nor does he get much help. He's completely on his own. You can choose which faction to join, but no one will take you in with open armsāquite the opposite, in fact. The story begins with you having to prove your worth just to be accepted into a guild, and that process takes time. You must earn the respect of several characters, showing youāre more than just a disposable peasant forced to pay protection money. This makes the MCās struggle all the more real, and the sense of progression feels even more earned and satisfying. Whether youāre getting a new weapon or finally acquiring your first suit of armorānothing comes easy. Yes, the game is somewhat difficult in the early stages and that's why I like it. You're a nobody who gets beaten from the outset, continually threatened and attacked, but you rise up from that to get to the top. And let me tell you, when you finally get the chance to put those assholes in their place, or better yet, take them down... thereās truly no feeling more divine. I also really appreciate how the MC isn't afraid to speak up and throw some shade. Sure, it often results in him getting beaten up and having his belongings stolen, but it still feels worth it in the end. Just like the other characters, he doesnāt hold back or sugarcoat his words, which enhances the immersion and, most importantly, my enjoyment of the game. The MCās fearless attitude, combined with how he is treated, is truly a breath of fresh air. Another thing I have to mention is the In Extremo ālive concertā I had the pleasure of witnessing. Yeah, that was a certified peak gaming moment right there thatās definitely going to stay with me for a long time. Gothic remains a timeless RPG. If you can look past all the jank, you're rewarded with an unforgettable experience. It was one of the best RPGs of its time and continues to be one of the best today. Many modern titles could learn a lot from it in terms of crafting a well-structured RPG and creating a truly immersive atmosphere.
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Ok time to start this new adventure! Oh here is someone. "Hey!" Instantly get punched in the face. Meet someone new after this. They seem nice "Hi I'm....." they tell me they don't care. Gothic does not care who you are. The people were doing fine without you. They don't want to know who you are and they certainly don't respect you. So you need to get good, you need to get better and master combat, you need to make them respect you and if that seems like too much hard work? Well that's fine, just abandon the camp to go hang out and live with a bunch of hippies that smoke weed all day. Then start dealing weed yourself so you can fund your new habit. Gothic is pretty dated but as someone who never played it while it was new and had no nostalgia going into this game, I still had a good time. Mods can really help with the experience and are very easy to get going via Steam and only take a few seconds. The combat at first felt like I would not be able to get used to it but over time I came to get really good at it and there are a variety of ways to approach combat, from melee, archery or just blasting things with spells. The setting and atmosphere are excellent and still hold up well today and the world in general was fun to explore and get to know. Overall this was a fun game to play and rewarding to beat. I do recommend.
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One of the best RPGs - It's regularly in sale and then you can get Gothic 1, 2 and 3 for 4ā¬. Great deal. - Don't buy the bundle including "Arcania". Just Gothic. Trust me Story It's a "from zero to hero" story. You start as a newly convicted criminal in a penal colony and work your way up in this tough environment. The game provides a immersive, dark and occult atmosphere. Generally, the story is really strong in the first half and a little drawn out in the second, but that's a minor issue. A must-play for genre-fans. Gameplay The unique, outdated controls are a common complaint from new players, but after some hours, you'll get used to them. And may even enjoy them. Mods Over the years the community released a ton of Mods. From cosmetical to total-conversions, there is pretty much everything.
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One of the greatest 3D RPGs I've ever played if not the best - Once you get over the initial hurdle of somewhat awkward and at times outright janky af controls you're awarded with an expertly crafted, compact world that's absolutely loaded to the brim with content. There's a ton of fun characters to interact with, multiple factions to choose from to join, quests that offer choice & consequence with multiple outcomes based on decisions you make and quite possibly the best sense of character progression in the genre. The game can be incredibly challenging/frustrating to begin with which puts a lot of people off but for those familiar with PB's formula know what to expect - You start off as some peasant that can seemingly get knocked over by a light breeze to eventually becoming a walking death machine the further you progress.
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One of the best narrative RPG in history, which has had a significant influence on the entire gaming genre. The highlight of the game is its unique design of the game world, executed in dark medieval fantasy style. The ingeniously handcrafted game world is complemented by equally ingenious musical accompaniment, giving the player a genuine sense of melancholic comfort and the presence of a soul in the surrounding world. The game has a decent storyline and its own unique lore of the game universe, although its development falls short of high fantasy. The downside of the game is its poorly developed role-playing system of combat classes. It is possible to play through fully only as a warrior, and optionally the warrior can transform into a mage in the second half of the game. Other class progression options are absent. The game's storyline also only branches out in the middle of the game, depending on the choice of faction, and later becomes linear. Despite the presence of numerous flaws in the game system, bugs, unrealized mechanics, and gaps in the storyline, the game is an excellent example of a contemporary art piece and has high replayability. Those players who, like me, played it back when it was a novelty, definitely replayed it multiple times over the years. A classic game from a time when gamers made games for gamers, not for mass consumption. Must play!
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Online players
483
Developer
Piranha Bytes
Publisher
THQ Nordic
Release
15 Mar 2001
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