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Gothic 1 drops you into a harsh, believable world and refuses to hold your hand. The kingdom of Myrtana is at war and in desperate need of ore, so criminals are sent to a giant penal colony near Khorinis, sealed by a magical barrier two kilometers across. The barrier keeps prisoners in and prevents escape - until the inmates revolt. The Colony fractures into three rival factions, power becomes a currency, and survival depends on quick wits, alliances and steel. You begin as a nameless convict thrust through the barrier; from there you must find your place, pick sides, and, if you can, find a way out.

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What makes Gothic 1 memorable is its atmosphere and emergent social world. NPCs have routines - they work, eat, sleep and fight - and the factions feel like real political entities, not just quest hubs. Exploration is rewarding: the map is compact but dense, filled with hazards, loot and characters who react differently depending on your choices. Combat and progression are old-school and sometimes unforgiving, emphasizing timing, positioning and gear over flashy UI help. The result is an immersive RPG that demands patience but gives back a strong sense of achievement and narrative ownership.

It’s not perfect: the original controls and graphics are dated by modern standards, and some quest or pathfinding moments can feel rough. But for players who appreciate atmosphere, world-building and lengthy, choice-driven gameplay, Gothic 1 remains a standout classic that offers well over 50 hours of playtime.

Key features:
- One of the biggest classic RPGs with 50+ hours of gameplay.
- Deep faction system and meaningful consequences for alliances.
- Large variety of weapons and spells for diverse playstyles.
- A living world where NPCs follow daily routines - work, eat, sleep and fight.
- Dense, atmospheric exploration and challenging, tactical combat.

If you enjoy immersive, old-school RPGs with strong world-building and meaningful choices, Gothic 1 is worth experiencing despite some dated mechanics.