In a showcase filled with surprises, deep cuts, and franchise revivals, THQ Nordic’s 2025 Digital Showcase delivered a strong selection of titles that reflect the publisher’s growing catalog and ambitions. Broadcast on August 1st (August 2nd in Australia), the event highlighted a mixture of new reveals, updates on anticipated games, and some unexpected nods to fan-favorite IPs.
Here’s a full recap of everything announced.
SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide
SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide has been officially unveiled by THQ Nordic and developer Purple Lamp Studios. It launches on November 18, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC (Steam & storefronts).
Wreckreation
Developed by Three Fields Entertainment, founded by ex‑Criterion developers of Burnout and Need for Speed, Wreckreation combines high‑velocity racing and vehicular destruction with sandbox creativity, reminiscent of Trackmania. It unfolds in a sprawling 400 km² open world dubbed the MixWorld, where you can design tracks, jumps, ramps, and obstacles in real time, even while racing with friends
Tides of Tomorrow
In Tides of Tomorrow, you’ll head out on a journey to find a cure for a fatal disease before everything is lost! Every choice leaves a mark. Follow in the steps of a friend, a streamer or a total stranger and live the impacts of their decisions through your own story! And yes, you can also play solo, thanks to our offline journeys available at launch! Tides of Tomorrow is coming to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on February 24, 2026.
Sacred 2: Fallen Angel Remaster
In Sacred 2 Remaster, you step into the world of Ancaria as one of six heroes. Explore a massive open world and master combat arts and spells for epic loot. This remaster brings a fan-favourite back to life – with hi-res textures, better combat and bugfixes, for long-time fans and newcomers alike.
Wreckfest 2 Expands on Early Access
Having already launched into early access for PC earlier this year, Wreckfest 2 received a new trailer highlighting what’s to come. Console versions were confirmed for later in 2025, along with new content, tracks, and customization features. It’s the kind of follow-up that builds on what players already loved: chaotic, unpredictable, and endlessly fun driving physics.
Titan Quest II for PC now available in Early Access
The Moirai have woven a long and winding thread-but fate no longer hides in shadow. The wait is over: Titan Quest II has arrived in Early Access on the Epic Games Store and Steam. Step into a world of myth and monsters – your journey begins today.
The Eternal Life of Goldman Teases Mystery
Little is known about The Eternal Life of Goldman, but the showcase offered the first real glimpse. The trailer was atmospheric, dark, and filled with vague philosophical overtones, hinting at a narrative-rich experience. While gameplay was not shown, the tone suggests it could lean into mystery, horror, or possibly even psychological thriller territory.
The Guild: Europa 1410 announced for PC
The Guild – Europa 1410 takes you back to the roots of the beloved series – inspired by Europa 1400: The Guild. Start with a modest business, grow your dynasty, and shape your legacy through trade, politics, or intrigue.
- Choose your profession
- Climb the social ladder
- Scheme, blackmail, or uphold the law
- Compete or cooperate in 12-player multiplayer
Forge alliances, outmanoeuvre rivals, and leave your mark on a living medieval city.
Gothic Remake launches in early 2026
After years of silence, Gothic finally resurfaced with a new gameplay trailer and a release window: late 2025 to early 2026. The remake aims to modernize the classic RPG while preserving its dense atmosphere and iconic faction-based storytelling. Playable on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, the game is being rebuilt from the ground up by Alkimia Interactive.
Fantasy first-person action RPG Fatekeeper announced
Master the art of sword and sorcery in Fatekeeper, a first-person fantasy RPG with reactive combat, rich progression, and a handcrafted world. Fatekeeper is coming to Early Access on PC this winter. Venture through ancient battlegrounds, forgotten ruins, and mystical forests as you uncover relics, shape your path through meaningful choices, and face enemies that demand both skill and strategy. Customize your build with a deep progression system, master unique weapons and armor, and forge your fate through a world where every encounter and every choice matters. Fatekeeper is being developed by Paraglacial, a new studio formed by former Grimlore Games developers known for SpellForce 3.
Gothic Classic saga
The Gothic Classic trilogy is coming to PlayStation and Xbox in 2026! For the first time, Gothic 1, 2, and 3 will be available on consoles – with updated controls and full gamepad support. Whether you’re revisiting the Colony or discovering Myrtana for the first time – it’s the perfect time to (re)experience the world of Gothic. Experience these cult classics on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One in 2026!
REANIMAL Unveils More of Its Strange World
REANIMAL continues to be one of THQ Nordic’s more experimental titles. A new trailer expanded on its surreal, emotionally-charged narrative and showed off more of its unusual, hybrid creature designs. The game blends exploration and puzzle elements in a world that appears both eerie and endearing. Support for the Switch 2 was confirmed, alongside current-gen platforms.
Darksiders 4 Officially Revealed
The biggest headline of the night was the reveal of Darksiders 4. The cinematic teaser featured all four Horsemen-War, Death, Fury, and Strife-standing united against a chaotic Earth in turmoil. While gameplay details were light, the tone suggests a return to the apocalyptic themes that defined the series, possibly with a co-op or multi-character mechanic at its core. Long-time fans like me had been waiting for this, and judging by the buzz online, THQ Nordic delivered.
The 2025 THQ Nordic Digital Showcase leaned heavily into fan service, but did so with a surprising amount of polish and ambition. With Darksiders 4 leading the charge, and a solid mix of remakes, sequels, and oddball originals filling out the rest, THQ Nordic proved it has a firm grip on both its legacy and its future.
While some announcements were light on detail, the broad diversity of genres and tones on display should give nearly every type of gamer something to look forward to. Whether it’s revisiting the crumbling mines of Gothic, racing through wreckage, or battling through myth and fire, THQ Nordic’s lineup promises variety and depth in equal measure.
Let’s hope the final releases live up to the promise of the showcase.
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