In a recent discussion, Dave Oshry, the CEO of New Blood Interactive, reignited the conversation surrounding the viability of GOG as a competitor in the PC gaming market. Following the acquisition of GOG by one of CD Projekt Red’s co-founders at the end of last year, Oshry expressed admiration for the platform’s commitment to game preservation and its user-friendly modding capabilities. However, he posed a critical question: “how long are they even going to be around?”
GOG’s Response to Industry Concerns
In response to Oshry’s remarks, GOG took to social media to acknowledge his concerns while also framing them as a call to action. The company emphasized that “game preservation only works if people care,” reinforcing its mission to ensure that classic games endure through community support. GOG’s message was clear: the future of game preservation relies on engaged players who are willing to invest in the platform.
“We appreciate Dave’s honesty,” GOG stated in a post on X. “GOG was built to make sure the games that shaped us live forever. With the support of our community, we’ve been doing exactly that for almost 20 years.” The company encouraged players to actively participate by purchasing DRM-free games, voting on the Dreamlist, and joining GOG Patrons, asserting that preservation is not merely a niche interest but a vital necessity.
Challenges in a Dominated Market
Steam’s enduring supremacy in the PC gaming landscape remains a formidable challenge for emerging storefronts like GOG and Epic Games Store. While Epic has positioned itself as a champion for developers by offering favorable revenue-sharing terms and the option to use independent payment systems, GOG differentiates itself through its focus on modding, DRM-free offerings, and the preservation of gaming history.
Oshry’s comments reflect a broader skepticism about GOG’s ability to attract a substantial user base in a market where Steam’s convenience and extensive library dominate. Despite the admirable principles that underpin GOG’s mission, the question of sustainability looms large, particularly as players have increasingly consolidated their libraries on Steam.
With Michal Kicinski at the helm, GOG’s new ownership appears committed to leveraging its foundational principles to foster growth and profitability. However, the challenge remains: how to entice gamers away from the established comfort of Steam and into a space that champions preservation and community engagement.
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In a recent discussion, Dave Oshry, the CEO of New Blood Interactive, reignited the conversation surrounding the viability of GOG as a competitor in the PC gaming market. Following the acquisition of GOG by one of CD Projekt Red’s co-founders at the end of last year, Oshry expressed admiration for the platform’s commitment to game preservation and its user-friendly modding capabilities. However, he posed a critical question: “how long are they even going to be around?”
GOG’s Response to Industry Concerns
In response to Oshry’s remarks, GOG took to social media to acknowledge his concerns while also framing them as a call to action. The company emphasized that “game preservation only works if people care,” reinforcing its mission to ensure that classic games endure through community support. GOG’s message was clear: the future of game preservation relies on engaged players who are willing to invest in the platform.
“We appreciate Dave’s honesty,” GOG stated in a post on X. “GOG was built to make sure the games that shaped us live forever. With the support of our community, we’ve been doing exactly that for almost 20 years.” The company encouraged players to actively participate by purchasing DRM-free games, voting on the Dreamlist, and joining GOG Patrons, asserting that preservation is not merely a niche interest but a vital necessity.
Challenges in a Dominated Market
Steam’s enduring supremacy in the PC gaming landscape remains a formidable challenge for emerging storefronts like GOG and Epic Games Store. While Epic has positioned itself as a champion for developers by offering favorable revenue-sharing terms and the option to use independent payment systems, GOG differentiates itself through its focus on modding, DRM-free offerings, and the preservation of gaming history.
Oshry’s comments reflect a broader skepticism about GOG’s ability to attract a substantial user base in a market where Steam’s convenience and extensive library dominate. Despite the admirable principles that underpin GOG’s mission, the question of sustainability looms large, particularly as players have increasingly consolidated their libraries on Steam.
With Michal Kicinski at the helm, GOG’s new ownership appears committed to leveraging its foundational principles to foster growth and profitability. However, the challenge remains: how to entice gamers away from the established comfort of Steam and into a space that champions preservation and community engagement.