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These 12+ PS5, PS Plus Games Are Coming Out This Week (1st-7th June)Several new games are launching on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation Plus between June 1st and 7th, including Gothic 1 Remake, The 7th Guest Remake, and Grounded. The week features a mix of genres from horror and action RPGs to renovation simulators and sports titles.
Embracer Group cuts itself into pieces, this is its last resort: Bifurcation, new listing—licensing out Kain and…Embracer Group is splitting into two separate companies to improve focus and value creation. One entity, Fellowship Entertainment, will house studios like 4A Games and Crystal Dynamics, managing IPs such as Tomb Raider and The Lord of the Rings. The remaining Embracer will include THQ Nordic and other studios, with properties like Biomutant and Wreckfest. CEO Lars Wingefors indicated a more active exploration of external partnerships for IPs like Saints Row and Legacy of Kain.
Embracer is splitting in half again, sending Fellowship Entertainment on its merry wayEmbracer Group is splitting into two segments, creating a new company called Fellowship Entertainment to house major IPs like The Lord of the Rings and Tomb Raider, with an IPO planned for 2027. This move aims to better communicate Embracer's diverse operations and unlock the potential of its undervalued assets. The company has undergone previous splits and significant layoffs following financial difficulties.
Embracer to spin off major video game franchises and studiosEmbracer Group is spinning off its major video game franchises and studios into a new publicly listed company called Fellowship Entertainment, set to launch in 2027. This move aims to provide sharper management focus and clearer accountability for its diverse portfolio. Fellowship Entertainment will house key IPs like Darksiders, Dead Island, and Tomb Raider, alongside studios such as 4A Games and Crystal Dynamics.
Embracer Group split again spinning off their biggest IP, along with plans for IP partnershipsEmbracer Group is undergoing another significant restructuring, splitting off Fellowship Entertainment, which will focus on publishing and IP licensing, including major franchises like The Lord of the Rings and Tomb Raider. The remaining Embracer Group will focus on its owned IPs and selective M&A. This move aims for sharper management focus and clearer accountability, with plans for Fellowship Entertainment to list on Nasdaq Stockholm by 2027. The company also plans external IP licensing for titles such as Saints Row and Deus Ex.
Embracer Group splitting into two companies: Embracer and Fellowship EntertainmentEmbracer Group is splitting into two independent companies: Embracer and Fellowship Entertainment. Fellowship Entertainment will focus on IP-led entertainment, including The Lord of the Rings and Tomb Raider, while Embracer will concentrate on proven entrepreneurs with a more efficient structure. This strategic move aims to increase management focus and accelerate value creation for both entities, with Fellowship Entertainment expected to be listed on Nasdaq Stockholm in 2027.
Despite Gothic Remake's glow-up, it's still the scrappy eurojank RPG it always was, and that's fine with…Gothic Remake aims to preserve the challenging and open-ended nature of the original eurojank RPG, despite some early-game limitations like invisible walls in the preview build. Developed by Alkimia Interactive, the game retains the core vision of the late Piranha Bytes, offering a sense of discovery and requiring players to work for their progress in a unique penal colony setting.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Combines Freedom of Baldur’s Gate 3 With a Small World Like GothicRebel Wolves creative director Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz revealed that The Blood of Dawnwalker will combine the player freedom of Baldur's Gate 3 with the dense, smaller world design of Gothic. The game will allow players to make significant choices, including pursuing an evil playthrough with the ability to kill most NPCs. The Blood of Dawnwalker is set for release on September 3rd for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Blood of Dawnwalker takes after Baldur's Gate 3's "freedom of choice" and RPG classic Gothic's…Creative director Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz discusses how Blood of Dawnwalker is inspired by Baldur's Gate 3's emphasis on player freedom and choice, aiming to create a reactive game world. He also expresses a preference for more condensed RPG experiences, citing the Gothic series as an example of dense, detailed worlds.
25 Years of Gothic: New Making-of Video Celebrates the Community Behind the Cult ClassicAlkimia Interactive and THQ Nordic have released a making-of video celebrating the 25-year anniversary of the Gothic franchise and its dedicated community. The video highlights the impact of fans, modders, and creators on the series' legacy. Gothic 1 Remake is set to launch on June 5th, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with pre-orders offering Gothic Classic as a bonus.
Gothic Remake will be just as strict on murder as the original, and if you get caught NPCs will remember…Gothic Remake will retain the original's strict crime system, where NPCs will remember and react to players committing murder. Game director Reinhard Pollice confirmed that while animals have behaviors and can be manipulated with bait, human NPCs will cease interaction if a player is known to be violent. The remake aims for deep immersion, omitting features like a minimap.
Gothic Remake is committed to the original's immersive open world: 'You don't have a minimap, we very…The Gothic Remake by Alkimia Interactive is committed to preserving the original's immersive open-world design, notably omitting a minimap to encourage in-world map usage. Game director Reinhard Pollice emphasizes a focus on grounded, working-class fantasy writing and has expanded crafting and NPC systems while retaining the original's distinct tone and character.
Gothic Remake Doesn’t Have a Minimap to Stay Immersive Like the Original, Says DirectorAlkimia Interactive's game director Reinhard Pollice stated that Gothic Remake will not feature a minimap to maintain immersion, similar to the original game. The studio also opted against adding minigames or extensive character customization to preserve the core experience. The remake will include an expanded, diary-style quest log and enhanced crafting systems, and is set to release on June 5th for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
THQ Nordic has seven unannounced Nintendo Switch 2 games on their siteTHQ Nordic's official website lists seven unannounced games slated for the Nintendo Switch 2, with no further details provided. The company, which has recently acquired studios like Piranha Bytes, is also known to be developing numerous other unannounced titles across various franchises.
Gothic-Style ARPG Asterfel Launches First Playtest Ahead of Steam’s Medieval Fest!The gothic-style action RPG Asterfel has launched its first playtest, coinciding with Steam's Medieval Fest. Players can experience the game as a shipwrecked survivor on the island of Asterfel, choosing to align with one of three factions and engaging in deep combat. The playtest is available now on PC via Steam.
The original Gothic trilogy coming to PlayStation and Xbox — MP3s & NPCsThe original Gothic trilogy, including Gothic Classic, Gothic II Complete Classic, and Gothic III Classic, is coming to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S in 2024. Pre-ordering the upcoming Gothic 1 Remake will also grant a digital copy of Gothic Classic. The article also briefly mentions the author, Terrance Pryor, and his background.
The legendary RPG series that inspired The Witcher is finally coming to Xbox and PlayStationThe classic RPG series Gothic, known for its reactive worlds and inspiring titles like The Witcher 3, is coming to modern Xbox and PlayStation consoles. Gothic Classic releases in July 2026, followed by Gothic 2 Complete Classic and Gothic 3 Classic in September and November 2026, respectively. Pre-ordering the upcoming Gothic 1 Remake, developed by Alkimia Interactive, grants immediate access to the original Gothic Classic.
PS5 Getting Beloved Classic RPG Series in 2026THQ Nordic has announced that the Gothic trilogy of classic action RPGs will be released on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S starting July 28, 2026. The original Gothic, developed by Piranha Bytes, is known for its immersive world and fully voiced dialogue. A remake of the first game is also slated for release on June 5, 2026.
The Original Gothic RPG Trilogy Gets Three Separate 2026 Release Dates on PS5, PS4The original Gothic RPG trilogy is receiving separate releases on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 in 2026. Gothic will launch on July 28th, Gothic 2 on September 29th, and Gothic 3 on November 24th, each priced at €29.99. A remake of the first Gothic is also set for release on June 5th for PlayStation 5.
Book Your Trip to the Colony Today: Pre-Order for Gothic 1 Remake Begins!Pre-orders for the Gothic 1 Remake are now available on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, with a release date set for June 5th, 2026. The PC version includes the official soundtrack by Kai Rosenkranz for €49.99, while console versions priced at €59.99 will include the original Gothic Classic as a bonus.