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Gothic 1 System Requirements
December 31, 2026Alkimia Interactive
Orcish invaders threaten Myrtana, forcing King Rhobar II to exploit Khorinis' magical ore. As a prisoner within the mines, your fate is tied to the war effort.
Gothic 1 Minimum & Recommended Specs
Minimum: Pentium II 400, 16 MB DirectX, 128 MB RAM. Recommended: 256 MB RAM RAM.
Minimum System Requirements
Recommended System Requirements
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Quick Performance Tips for Gothic 1
#1
Lower draw distance for better performance.
#2
Disable shadows if you experience lag.
#3
Close unnecessary background applications.
#4
Try running the game in compatibility mode.
Gothic 1 System Requirements FAQ
Can I run Gothic 1 on a low-end PC?▼
Gothic 1 is quite old and can run on very low-end hardware. If your PC meets the minimum requirements (Pentium II 400 MHz, 16 MB DirectX 7 graphics, 128 MB RAM), you should be able to play it, though potentially with lower settings.
What GPU do I need for Gothic 1?▼
You'll need a DirectX 7 compatible graphics card with at least 16 MB of memory for the minimum requirements. A 32 MB card is recommended for better performance.
How much RAM does Gothic 1 need?▼
Gothic 1 requires at least 128 MB of RAM to run. 256 MB is recommended for smoother gameplay and fewer potential issues.
Will Gothic 1 run on integrated graphics?▼
Potentially, yes. Many integrated graphics solutions from the late 90s/early 2000s should be able to run Gothic 1, as long as they are DirectX 7 compatible and have sufficient memory. However, performance may be limited.
What is the best graphics settings for Gothic 1?▼
The 'best' settings depend on your hardware. Start with the default settings and gradually increase them until you find a balance between visual quality and performance. Experiment with draw distance and texture detail.
Gothic 1 Game Info
Developer
Alkimia Interactive
Publisher
THQ Nordic
Release Date
December 31, 2026
Platforms
Xbox Series X|S, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5
Genres
Role-playing (RPG)
Game Modes
- Single player
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