Gothic II: Gold Edition Review Summary
Last updated: 2026-10-06
- One of the best RPGs ever
- Timeless classic with enduring appeal
- Compelling and interesting story
- Graphics are heavily outdated
- Controls feel clunky and awkward
- Bugs and technical issues prevalent
Emotions
Archetypes
Hardware
Windows <8GB VRAMpositiveWindows 12-15GB VRAMnegative
Snapshot History
Positive
Negative
164
90%
327
81%
19%
- Sample precision
- Helpful reviews
- 65%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 35%
- Protest reviews
- 0%
- 81%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 19%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 1134
- Negative points
- 608
- Gameplay points
- 840
- Perf. points
- 62
- Rec. points
- 258
- Misc points
- 540
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
One of the best RPGs ever
| Cluster 1 and Cluster 15 contain numerous claims that the game is among the greatest RPGs ever made, often calling it a masterpiece. The repeated high praise from many reviewers underscores its legendary status. | 34% |
Timeless classic and enduring appeal
| Clusters 7, 9, and 14 highlight that the game remains enjoyable after many years and is considered a timeless classic. Reviewers appreciate its lasting appeal and nostalgic value. | 23% |
Compelling and interesting story
| Clusters 5, 12, and 21 praise the story as engaging, gripping, and well-written. It continues from Gothic 1 and is often considered better than the original's plot. | 23% |
Multiple quest solutions and replayability
| Clusters 13, 19, and 23 highlight that quests offer multiple solutions and outcomes, leading to high replayability. Reviewers note many ways to complete tasks and different playstyles. | 20% |
Night of the Raven adds content
| Clusters 4 and 24 describe how the expansion adds many quests, items, locations, and increases difficulty. It integrates into the base game and significantly extends playtime. | 19% |
Immersion and living world
| Clusters 8 and 17 emphasize that the world feels alive, interactive, and highly immersive. Players feel drawn into the game environment. | 17% |
Generally positive and enjoyable
| Cluster 2 contains simple praise calling the game awesome, great, and worth it. While vague, it reflects widespread satisfaction. | 14% |
Satisfying progression and character development
| Clusters 25 and 26 commend the character development and progression system as satisfying and unmatched. Characters are memorable and well-developed. | 13% |
Open world exploration rewards
| Clusters 20 and 22 praise the open world for rewarding exploration with useful items and creating an interesting environment to explore. Some consider it among the best open worlds in gaming. | 13% |
Easy modding via Steam Workshop
| Cluster 10 highlights that mods are easily accessible through Steam Workshop. This extends the game's longevity and customizability. | 9% |
Three unique factions
| Cluster 27 notes that the game features three main factions with completely unique quest chains and gameplay. This adds significant variety and replay value. | 8% |
Atmosphere and classic feel
| Cluster 18 describes the atmosphere as good, classic, and enchanting. It contributes to the game's overall immersive experience. | 8% |
Good side quests
| Cluster 16 mentions that side quests are interesting, diverse, and offer different paths of completion. They add depth to the game. | 8% |