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GOG Is Permanently Removing 6 PC Games on July 31
AppWizard
July 31, 2026

GOG Is Permanently Removing 6 PC Games on July 31

GOG is removing six titles from its catalog on July 31. The titles being delisted are: 1. A Long Journey to an Uncertain End - A sci-fi adventure RPG released in 2023, with a 75% approval rating on Steam and a score of 2.3/5 on GOG, priced at .99. 2. Outerverse - A crafting automation adventure game released in 2022, with a 51% approval rating on Steam and a score of 2.3/5 on GOG, priced at .99. 3. PLAGUN – The Plague Goes On - A roguelike scroller shooter released in 2025, with an 81% rating on Steam and a score of 3.3/5 on GOG, priced at .99. 4. Clouzy - An adventure simulation game released in 2022, with a 53% approval rating on Steam and a score of 3.6/5 on GOG, priced at .99. 5. Tavernacle - A co-op tower defense game released in 2023, with a 60% rating on Steam and no user reviews on GOG, priced at .99. 6. Airborne Kingdom - A sky city builder released in 2022, with a 76 rating on Metacritic, an 87% rating on Steam, and a 4.3/5 rating on GOG, priced at .99.
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AppWizard
July 18, 2026

75% of PS3 Games Reportedly Playable on PC

RPCS3 has successfully emulated over 75% of PlayStation 3 titles on PC. Sony announced the closure of the PS3 Store in 2027 and will cease new physical disc production for PlayStation titles in January 2028.
As a PC Gamer Who Hasn’t Bought a Disc in a Decade, I Think PlayStation All-Digital Future Was a Long Time Coming – but There Are Still Reasons To Be Wary
AppWizard
July 17, 2026

As a PC Gamer Who Hasn’t Bought a Disc in a Decade, I Think PlayStation All-Digital Future Was a Long Time Coming – but There Are Still Reasons To Be Wary

Rockstar has decided not to release a physical version of its upcoming game, GTA 6, while Sony plans to stop producing discs for PlayStation consoles by January 2028. The gaming community has reacted strongly, but it is unlikely that either company will change its decision. The transition to a discless future is seen as inevitable. In the PC gaming sector, physical discs have largely become obsolete, with platforms like Steam dominating the market. The initial skepticism towards Steam has shifted as it became a reliable digital marketplace, leading to a decline in physical media. The absence of physical discs raises concerns about consumer autonomy, pricing, and game preservation, as digital ownership is often limited to licenses rather than full ownership. The shift away from physical media has been ongoing, with modern gaming increasingly reliant on digital downloads and updates.
GOG gently reminds us that it's the leading PC gaming platform to offer full DRM-free games — yes, you can keep them forever
AppWizard
July 16, 2026

GOG gently reminds us that it’s the leading PC gaming platform to offer full DRM-free games — yes, you can keep them forever

Sony is phasing out physical game discs and has removed 500 movies from its platform without compensation. Microsoft has laid off 3,200 Xbox game developers and suspended gamer accounts for reasons beyond users' control. GOG.com offers games without Digital Rights Management (DRM), allowing users to download standalone, offline installers and gain permanent ownership of their games. GOG's "Preservation Program" aims to keep games free from DRM.
GOG dunks on Sony and reminds everyone why PC gaming is so beloved: "You don't need a storefront's permission to play what you bought"
AppWizard
July 14, 2026

GOG dunks on Sony and reminds everyone why PC gaming is so beloved: “You don’t need a storefront’s permission to play what you bought”

Sony will stop producing physical discs by 2028. GOG, a digital games retailer, allows users to purchase games and create their own physical backups, promoting consumer autonomy. Unlike Steam, GOG provides downloadable installers for every game, enabling offline access and management without regional restrictions. GOG offers resources for users to create physical copies of their digital purchases. The UK retail association has raised concerns that PlayStation's decision could eliminate a 2 million market and undermine consumer freedoms.
Epic Games Store Roadmap Promises 5x Faster Boot Times, User Reviews, and More
AppWizard
June 21, 2026

Epic Games Store Roadmap Promises 5x Faster Boot Times, User Reviews, and More

The Epic Games Store is undergoing a significant transformation, with a roadmap for new features and a redesign of its digital storefront. Upcoming updates include Fortnite chunked installation, third-party patch notes, pre-registration for free-to-play games, storefront rearchitecture, and library management improvements. Additional features like player profiles, user-written reviews, publisher-funded coupons, and enhanced search capabilities are planned for a later phase. The store, launched in 2018, has faced challenges in competing with platforms like Steam and has not yet achieved profitability. A "ground-up rebuild" of the launcher is expected to improve performance significantly.
Dutch non-profit set to take Valve to court for keeping game prices high
AppWizard
June 12, 2026

Dutch non-profit set to take Valve to court for keeping game prices high

The Netherlands' Consumer Competition Claims Foundation (CCCF) has launched a campaign against Valve, the parent company of Steam, alleging unfair commercial practices related to Valve's 30% commission on game sales, which they claim inflates prices across all PC storefronts. The CCCF argues that this commission structure pressures publishers and developers to raise prices, affecting competitive pricing on other platforms like the Epic Games Store and Microsoft Store. They also allege that Valve prohibits publishers from offering lower prices on competing platforms and has engaged in "geo-blocking" to restrict the activation of Steam keys purchased in Eastern Europe for use in Western Europe. Valve president Gabe Newell denies these allegations, asserting that there is no policy preventing lower pricing on other platforms. The CCCF claims that Dutch gamers may have overpaid by more than 220 million euros due to these practices. Legal challenges against Valve are mounting, including a class-action lawsuit concerning loot boxes and an antitrust suit from Wolfire Games.
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