Gothic 1 Remake PS5 Domestic Version Delayed Again to November 24
The second delay for expression adjustments suggests the Japanese localization of this Western RPG remake is more demanding than expected, even as the game performs strongly on other platforms.
Key Facts
- The domestic PS5 download version of Gothic 1 Remake is delayed to November 24, 2026, from July 16, 2026.
- THQ Nordic Japan announced a physical PS5 edition for the Japanese market, with details to come later.
- Gothic 1 Remake sold over 500,000 units within its first week on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and overseas PS5.
- The game holds a 'Very Positive' rating on Steam from approximately 22,000 user reviews, with 88% positive.
- The Japanese PS5 version is delayed a second time for expression adjustments to the domestic market.
Reporting from 2 sources: 4Gamer.net, Automaton.
THQ Nordic Japan announced on July 10 that the domestic PS5 download version of Gothic 1 Remake will be delayed from July 16 to November 24, 2026. The company cited the need for additional time to complete expression adjustments for the Japanese market. The publisher also confirmed that a physical PS5 edition for Japan is in development, with details on pricing and pre-order dates to be announced later. This is the second delay for the Japanese PS5 version; it was originally planned for a simultaneous worldwide release on June 6, 2026, but was postponed to July 16 for similar localization reasons. The open-world action RPG, a full remake of the 2001 classic Gothic, launched on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and overseas PS5 on June 6. According to THQ Nordic Japan, the game sold over 500,000 units within its first week on those platforms and currently holds a "Very Positive" rating on Steam with 88% positive reviews from approximately 22,000 user reviews. The domestic PS5 download version is now scheduled for November 24, and the physical edition will follow at a later date.
Gothic 1 Remake, a full remake of the 2001 open-world RPG, is set in the mining colony Colony, a lawless prison sealed by a magical barrier. Players choose among three factions, which alter abilities and play style, and navigate a world where choices shape the story. The game launched on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and overseas PS5 on June 6, 2026, and sold over 500,000 units in its first week. On Steam, it has earned a 'Very Positive' rating from about 22,000 user reviews, with 88% positive feedback.
THQ Nordic Japan originally planned to release the domestic PS5 version simultaneously with other platforms, but postponed it to July 16 to work on expression adjustments. The further delay to November 24 extends that localization effort. The company stated it is 'to ensure full preparation for the release, including expression adjustments for the Japanese market.' The newly announced physical PS5 edition for Japan has no release date yet; details will be revealed later. A demo version of the game is available on PC and Xbox.
Synthesized by Yomimono from the 2 cited sources below, including Japanese-language reporting where cited, then editorially reviewed before publishing.