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 newly announced mobile port marks the third version of the Gothic which is now scheduled to be launched this year.

On March 15, the 25th anniversary of Gothics original launch in Germany, which was followed by an English-language release in late 2001. The open-world RPG is among the most influential and acclaimed games developed by Piranha Bytes, a now-defunct Essen-based studio that Embracer Group acquired in May 2019 and closed in June 2024, which is underscored by several influences. one of the influences on their playing. That group includes CD Projekt Red, which said Gothic influenced both the design and atmosphere of the 2007 game The Witcher. Warhorse Studios also cited Gothic as one of the inspirations behind the first one Kingdom Come: Deliverance.

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The Gothic Mobile Port was announced for the RPG's 25th anniversary

To celebrate the game's 25th anniversary, THQ Nordic announced a Gothic mobile port on March 16. The new version of this dark fantasy open-world RPG currently lacks a release date, but it is officially targeting a 2026 launch. So far, it has only been confirmed for iOS devices, i.e. iPhones and iPads. While the short reveal trailer accompanying THQ Nordic's announcement doesn't go into much detail, it's likely that the mobile port will be based on the Nintendo Switch version of the game, called Gothic classicwhich was originally released in September 2023. The Switch port offered modernized controls and remastered graphics.

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Possible release date for Gothic Classic for Xbox and PlayStation is shown online

Gothic classic previously announced for PlayStation and Xbox consoles, with official confirmation during the August 2025 THQ Nordic Digital Showcase. At the time, the Austrian publisher said the ports were slated for 2026. While THQ Nordic has yet to provide further information, a potential release date has now appeared on the Xbox app, which recently began listing Gothic classic which will arrive on July 28, 2026. If that information is correct, it is likely that 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, targeting 2026
- Platforms: iOS

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

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