Physical Copies Of Gothic Remake Unplayable Without A Day 1 Update
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- The upcoming Gothic remake's physical copies will require a day-one internet update of around 5 GB to be playable, according to the game's publisher THQ.
- Early copies of the game reportedly showed an error message demanding an internet connection if the patch was not downloaded, sparking concerns about offline playability.
- THQ clarified that the game does not require a constant online connection after the initial patch, but the need for this update raises preservation issues for physical copies.
- This situation poses a risk for long-term game preservation, as future access to the necessary patch may be unavailable, potentially rendering physical copies unplayable.
- Gothic Remake is set to launch on June 5 for consoles and PC, with hopes that future physical editions will better accommodate offline play without a mandatory initial update.