The German game development company Piranha Bytes, creators of Gothic II, was founded.
The video game Gothic II, developed by Piranha Bytes, was officially released in Europe, continuing the story of the original Gothic game.
An official expansion pack titled Night of the Raven was released, adding new areas, quests, and features to Gothic II.
The Nameless Hero arrives in the island of Khorinis to find work and unravel the mysteries threatening the land.
The Old Camp is reestablished as a significant faction, vying for power alongside the New Camp and the Sect Camp.
The Hero discovers the ancient fortress where the Sleeper, a dark power, is imprisoned and learns of the threat he poses.
The Hero gains access to the Valley of Mines, venturing deeper into the island's mysteries and dangers.
The Nameless Hero confronts and defeats the Sleeper, preventing the dark power from escaping the fortress.
With the defeat of the Sleeper, a fragile peace begins to return to Khorinis, with the Hero recognized as a savior.
