Like many of us here, Gothic 2 is one of my all time favourite games. I return to it regularly, and have found it to be a safety blanket of nostalgia during even the most difficult periods of the pandemic. And here we are, many years since its release, many years since I pulled Gothic 2 out of a discount bin for $5, many years since I was first blown away by its scale and detail and complexity - here I am, experiencing that wonder over again. Chronicles of Myrtana: Archolos is an absolute marvel. Every single time I boot up this game I encounter multiple moments where I find myself saying aloud, "How in the hell did they put this together for free?" The scope of the story, the design of the island, the multiple approaches to each quest that we've come to know and love of the Gothic series - it's all there, in spades. I am in awe of the talent and dedication this team have put into this game. I am also immensely grateful. But gratitude doesn't pay bills, and this team sure as hell deserves more than our thanks. A fresh reminder that you can donate via their website, and I highly recommend that you do. This game was made by professionals, and they should be paid as such. Thank you, Archolos team. This is an absolute gem.
