Gothic fans in North America and Canada have a fresh look at a revived classic. The Spanish studio Alkimia Interactive has shared new artwork for developers’ Gothic, this time focusing on updated goblins. These goblins remain the tiny, sly troublemakers who tend to stick with their packs, lurking in the shadows and moving in quick, coordinated bursts. Their nature is hostile, and they frequently target humans with a daring, if not reckless, aggression. Armed with clubs and rusted swords, they look ragged but still dangerous enough to test a fresh journey early on. Despite their threat level, they are not a match for the protagonist on the first steps of the adventure, and their loot is primarily found on their fallen bodies rather than outright dropped with weapons ready to go.
Here’s a glimpse of how these spry adversaries appear in the original 2001 Gothic game, a title many veteran players remember for its rough edges and enduring mood. The contrast between the old visuals and the current refresh underscores the ambition behind the remake project.
Redo Gothic is being rebuilt from the ground up using Unreal Engine 4, with a focus on delivering a modern experience across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The developers describe the work as in full swing, with progress updates running on a regular cadence. Even at this stage, a concrete release window remains unavailable, as the project aims to redefine the gothic atmosphere while preserving the core pacing and exploration that fans expect.
In recent conversations about the series, attention has also turned to the console port of the original Risen, a separate effort that continues to remind players of the broader world that this studio is shaping. The gaming community in North America and beyond has welcomed these developments with cautious optimism, weighing the potential for a faithful yet refreshed experience. When evaluators compare these efforts, points of reference range from the tactical feel of early Gothic combat to the cinematic scope that Unreal Engine 4 can unlock for a modern audience. This is a moment where fans can reassess a classic under new technical light while keeping faith with the narratives and environments that made the series memorable.