"Almost a fortnight went by since we learned the shocking news about a divorce between JoWooD and Piranha Bytes. The dust is about to settle now but the future of the Gothic brand still looks unclear - at least from a customer point of view.
For JoWooD's CEO Albert Seidl it is all perfectly clear. In an interview with Börse-Express.com last Friday, he claims the rights to Gothic 4 complete with all derivatives and possible sequels for his company. He also stated to be in close contact with a good and qualified developing studio. He just not mentioned its name.
Today in our forum, Piranha Bytes' art director Ralf Marczinczik referred all fans to direct their questions about the future of Gothic 4, any AddOn or patches straight at JoWooD. Piranha Bytes is "no longer working with the brand" and therefore not in a position to answer any of those questions.
Mike Hoge, a senior member of Piranha Bytes, mentioned plans for a new game are being tossed around at PB for months.
Though PB and JoWooD may go separate ways, we surely can expect new games from both sides in the future."