The Gothic remake features a new lockpicking system that has confused and frustrated many players due to its complexity, according to multiple reports from August 27 [1, 2]. The mechanic requires players to slide gates with pins that move other pins when manipulated, forcing them to find the correct order to succeed [1, 2].
Some players and commentators have noted that this system is far more complicated than the original Gothic game, whose lockpicking relied on a simpler guessing approach [1, 2]. Lockpicking in RPGs is often seen as a necessary but unenjoyable task, which may contribute to the backlash against the remake’s more intricate design [2].
Developer Alkimia responded to the feedback in a Steam community update posted on August 27, saying, “We are monitoring the sentiment about lockpicking which seems very mixed; we cannot stress enough how much easier this gets when you start adding skill points into it” [1]. The developer also acknowledged ongoing issues with game crashes.
Alkimia confirmed a patch addressing the crashes is scheduled for release by Monday, August 31 [1]. The patch aims to improve game stability and enhance player experience.
Player concerns first came into focus through a Reddit discussion on August 27, which highlighted widespread confusion regarding the lockpicking feature [1]. Following that, Alkimia’s Steam update addressed these concerns directly, reinforcing their commitment to fixing technical problems alongside tuning the gameplay.
The next concrete step for the Gothic remake community is the impending patch expected by August 31, which promises crash fixes that may improve overall playability.
