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June 20, 2026

Forza Horizon 6 Dethroned as #1 Selling Steam Game

Forza Horizon 6 has lost its position as the top-selling game on Steam to Meccha Chameleon, a hide-and-seek game released on June 9, which has sold five million copies in ten days. Meccha Chameleon is priced affordably and has an 85% approval rating from over 6,000 user reviews. The top five best-selling games between June 9 and June 16 are Meccha Chameleon, Forza Horizon 6, Path of Exile 2, EA Sports FC 26, and Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade. The rankings for positions six through ten include 007 First Light, Gothic Remake, Burglin’ Gnomes, Rust, and Voidling Bound. Titles in spots ten through twenty are Dead by Daylight, Resident Evil 4, Road to Empress II, Subnautica 2, Hearts of Iron IV, Paralives, Monster Hunter Wilds, Witchspire, Gamble With Your Friends, and Resident Evil Requiem.

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June 12, 2026

Judging by how well Gothic Remake has sold, we still love eurojank

The Gothic Remake achieved 500,000 sales within a week of its release. It has a Very Positive rating on Steam based on 3,369 user reviews. The game received a score of 60% from a review by Jody. Despite mixed critical reception, it has resonated with players, who appreciate its nostalgic appeal and engaging elements, even with criticisms such as the lockpicking system.

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June 8, 2026

There are already two mods to make Gothic Remake’s lockpicking less painful

The Gothic Remake offers a deeper gaming experience but has received criticism for its lockpicking system, which players find tedious. Alkimia Interactive is aware of the feedback and notes that investing skill points can improve the experience. Mods like "Unlock All Chests and Doors" and "Lockpick Settings" are available to help players manage the lockpicking mechanic. Players are also using mods to enhance performance and identify interactable objects in the game. Installing these mods requires downloading files into the game’s directory and launching the game with administrative privileges.

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June 7, 2026

Gothic Remake’s lockpicking system has broken me and I can no longer experience joy

Fraser Brown, an online editor at PC Gamer, attempted to rob a merchant named Fisk in Gothic Remake. He faced challenges with a lockpicking minigame that involved aligning sliders, leading to broken lockpicks and frustration. 1. In his first attempt, Brown failed to pick the lock on a chest, resulting in the loss of his lockpick but he had saved his progress. 2. In the second attempt, the merchant woke up, causing his character to stand up and alert Fisk. 3. During the third attempt, Brown faced another confrontation with Fisk, leading to his defeat. 4. In the fourth attempt, he tried a more aggressive approach, resulting in a chaotic battle and another defeat. 5. The fifth attempt ended with a game crash, but Brown persisted and eventually opened a chest, finding only mundane items. 6. In a bonus round, he successfully opened a second chest containing a bow, but was caught by Fisk, leading to a chaotic battle where he used the bow against the merchant and his allies.

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June 5, 2026

I’ve spent over 25 hours in Gothic Remake—here are my top 20 quick tips to survive The Colony

Gothic Remake offers a straightforward yet challenging RPG experience, contrasting with modern titles. Combat is difficult, with significant damage from enemies and limited resources for armor. Players must adopt tactical strategies, engaging enemies one at a time and timing their attacks effectively. Healing can be accomplished through cooking meat from defeated foes. A free house in the Old Camp provides a resting place and initiates a quest. Maps are available from Dexter in the marketplace for navigation. NPC interactions can be used strategically, but antagonizing them carries risks. Magic can aid in combat, and completing quests grants access to spells. Players should explore cautiously and consider joining one of three camps for community and resources. Character development is essential, with opportunities to enhance strength, dexterity, and mana through training. The glossary feature in the menu offers insights into game mechanics.