Gothic 1 Remake is Getting Photo Mode and New Game Modes; Alkimia’s Next Game to Be Revealed in 2027

Marvin Mode is finally coming alongside the mod kit and modes that offer "alternative progression" in the Valley of the Mines.

Posted By | On 08th, Aug. 2026

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Of THQ Nordic’s many releases this year, Gothic 1 Remake is arguably the most impactful, selling 500,000 copies in its first week. In a new video revealed during the publisher’s latest showcase, Alkimia Interactive thanked fans for their support but also revealed that it’s not done with the Valley of the Mines just yet.

New features are inbound for the open-world RPG, including Photo Mode and Marvin Mode. The latter is most infamous for cheats, as players could use the free camera, conjure any items they desired, and much more to become all-powerful in the original. How it will work in the remake remains to be seen, but it’s an exciting prospect.

Of course, other modes with “alternative progression” are also coming alongside the mod kit, providing even more ways for players to customize their experience. A timeline for these updates has yet to be confirmed, but if that wasn’t enough, Alkimia has another game in the works. It’s planned to be announced at next year’s THQ Nordic Showcase. Maybe it can appear alongside Darksiders 4, which has yet to receive an update since its announcement in 2025.

Stay tuned for more details, and in the meantime, check out our review for Gothic 1 Remake. You can also learn more about why it proved successful, despite various issues.


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