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A direct sequel to the 2001's bestselling RPG developed by Piranha Bytes. The sequel continues the story of the original game set in Myrtana, where good and evil forces are constantly fighting each other. This time, the Nameless Hero faces the Army of Darkness led by dragons, creatures summoned by the main antagonist of the original game, a demon known as Sleeper.
Gothic II for PC is a sequel to one of the best action role-playing games - 2001's Gothic. As previously, the story in Gothic II is set in a fantasy world, and it continues the plot of the original game. Evil forces embodied by a wide set of monsters, orcs and orges, all of them led by dragons, are constantly fighting humans. In this game, the player explores more than just the Valley of the Mines isolated from the rest of the world with a magical barrier. The action takes place in a variety of diverse locations, such as the harbor town, the island of dragons, a castle besieged by orcs, libraries or farms. The players familiar with the original game will have an opportunity to revisit certain areas as well. The gameplay remains almost unchanged. However, adequate improvements were made, for example, the protagonist can now become also a henchman, a dragon hunter or a magician. There are new guilds and abilities the main character has, like brewing potions for example.
In Gothic II for PC, the protagonist can develop a set of skills, including a few standard combat techniques (single-handed and two-handed weapons, bow and crossbow) and over a dozen other skills such as sneaking, lock picking, pick pocketing, creating runes, alchemy or smithing. The player can also use more and more powerful spells contained within six magic circles. Artificial Intelligence of characters and monsters was remodeled. For instance, inhabitants of the town will alert guards when attacked, and monsters can help each other to kill the protagonist. The visuals were improved as well - the entire game world and its particular parts such as towns, houses or trees are more detailed now. There are some one hundred face textures in total.
- A huge and multi-threaded narrative
- About 400 NPCs; each has their own personality
- Over 150 melee and ranged weapons
- Over 50 kinds of monsters
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The main pros of the game
- Engaging Storyline: The plot is well-written and captivating, with meaningful choices that have consequences.
- Character Development: The game features a deep character progression system with various skills and stats, allowing players to customize their playstyle.
- Variety of Missions: Numerous quests can be completed in different ways, enhancing replayability and engagement.
- Immersive World: The game world is rich in detail, with a variety of environments and a living, breathing atmosphere.
- Diverse Gameplay Elements: Players can join different factions, use a wide range of weapons and magic, and interact with NPCs that react to player actions.
- Mod Support: The game has a strong modding community, allowing players to enhance graphics and gameplay experiences.
- Soundtrack and Atmosphere: The music and overall ambiance contribute significantly to the game's immersive experience.
The main cons of the game
- Control Issues: The camera and character controls can be problematic, with issues like character getting stuck and difficulty in targeting enemies.
- Combat Mechanics: The combat system is criticized for being limited to one-on-one fights, making battles against multiple foes challenging.
- Inaccurate Journal: The in-game journal is not very detailed, requiring players to pay close attention to dialogues to know what to do next.
- Technical Bugs: The game can suffer from crashes and other bugs that may hinder gameplay.
- Steep Learning Curve: New players might find the game challenging to start, which could deter them from continuing.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Improved Inventory Management: While there is unlimited inventory space, players wish for better armor options without joining specific factions.
- Better Combat Options: Players desire more area attacks and combat mechanics to handle multiple enemies effectively.
- More Accurate Quest Tracking: A more detailed quest tracking system could help players navigate the game more easily.
- Enhanced Graphics and Controls: Although some mods improve graphics, players still feel the base game lacks modern graphical fidelity and smoother controls.
- Seamless Character Continuation: Players expressed disappointment that character progression does not carry over between the series' installments, limiting the continuity of their experience.
Summary
- Overall, Gothic II: Gold Edition is praised for its rich narrative, character depth, and immersive world, while also facing criticism for its controls, combat system, and some technical issues.
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Gothic Series
A cult series of action RPG games set in a fantastic world. The series was created by German studio Piranha Bytes but over the years other development teams have also worked on it, such as Trine Game Studios, Spellbound Entertainment and Alkimia Interactive.
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Gothic II Summary
Platforms:
PC Windows
Developer: Piranha Bytes
Publisher: JoWooD Entertainment AG
Gothic II System Requirements
PC / Windows
Recommended: Pentium III 1.2 GHz, 512MB RAM, 64MB graphic card, 2.2 GB HDD
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Hubert Sledziewski
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Gothic 2: Chronicles of Myrtana With Positive Reception
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Damian Gacek
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Gothic Remake in Minecraft
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Christian Pieniazek
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Approximate Release Date of Gothic 2: The Chronicles of Myrtana
We've learned the approximate release date of The Chronicles of Myrtana, a large fan modification for Gothic II. The team ta SoulFire, which is responsible for the mod, has at least a few more long months to iron out its work.
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Christian Pieniazek
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Gothic 2 Remake Also Possible; THQ Nordic on Future of the Franchise
Not only the original Gothic has a chance for a remake. Community manager of THQ Nordic mentioned that the company is also considering refreshing the second and third installment of the series.
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Jacob Blazewicz
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