Gothic 1 Remake PS5 Review 7.5/10 "A Throwback in the Truest Sense of the Word"

Gothic 1 Remake Review – A Gritty, Grubby Triumph with Proper Old‑School Bite

Bugs, Quirks and the Lack of Hand‑Holding

I’ve had many a dalliance with the Gothic series over the years, most recently in 2024, when Gothic 2 was released on Switch. Piranha Bytes very much had their own approach and vibe to their creations, and I was gutted when they closed their doors last year, having given us the Gothic, Risen and Elex series of games. Titles that were definitely flawed, but also idiosyncratic and rich with a dry sense of European humour as well as being unique, memorable experiences for better or worse.

I heard of this Gothic remake a couple of years ago, and I have been yearning for it ever since, and reviewing and scoring this game was oddly difficult because…well, it kind of does what you want/expect a Gothic game to do. Still, there are some design issues and other aspects that are lacking. That said, I fully appreciate that there is a large chunk of fans of the original out there that will embrace this and see it as a genuine GOTY, and I completely understand that viewpoint.

The original Gothic was released in 2001 on PC and is set in and around a penal colony that is under a magic barrier. Nothing living can escape the barrier, and the folks who live within it have split into various groups with their own ways and goals. The remake reflects this main plotline whilst breaking away in terms of the various side quests and its own twists on the design of the original. 

The Follow Up To A Game I Reviewed 10 Years Ago Is Coming! - Shadows of Eldemir

Shadows of Eldemir: Arif Games Resurfaces with a New Cosmic Horror Epic

A Missing Fiancée, a Forbidden Artefact, and a Village on Edge

Back in 2017, one of the first games I ever reviewed for Games Freezer – possibly the first, come to think of it! – was Arif Games’ Dark Fear, a great horror title that was available on PC and iOS platforms and was awarded our highest accolade of ‘ice cool’. At the end of that article I stated that I was excited for what was to come next from the Yorkshire-based Arif Games…and now, almost a decade later, that moment has arrived!

Details of Shadows of Eldemir are below; information taken from the Arif Games website, the game can be wish-listed on Steam and is due for release in 2027. If their previous work is anything to go by, this will be a beautifully crafted horror adventure dripping with atmosphere and ominous stylings. I for one am keen.

45 Minutes Of Demon Tides Gameplay on PC

Demon Tides: Conquering the First Big Challenge [and getting my gamepad to work]

What to Expect From Demon Tides’ Opening Mission

Rich dives into the first big challenge in Demon Tides as we finally uncover those elusive Gear Bits! ⚙️

This early‑game mission throws him straight into the deep end with traps, tight corridors, and enemies that REALLY don’t want you grabbing that loot. In this gameplay slice, we: 🔥 Take on the opening challenge head‑on ⚙️ Track down our first set of Gear Bits 🗺️ Explore the early zones and hidden corners 💥 Test out combat, movement, and survival tactics 🎮 Get a feel for the game’s atmosphere, pacing, and progression If you’re curious about how Demon Tides starts, what the early challenges look like, or where to find your first Gear Bits, this video has you covered. Support the Channel: 👍 Like the video 🔔 Subscribe for more retro, indie & hidden‑gem gameplay

💬 Drop a comment if you’ve found any Gear Bits I missed!