DRM-free games Archives

AppWizard

February 23, 2026

GOG agrees with Ultrakill publisher boss that “the future of preservation is decided by players who give a s**t”

Dave Oshry, CEO of New Blood Interactive, questioned the long-term viability of GOG as a competitor in the PC gaming market after its acquisition by a co-founder of CD Projekt Red. He praised GOG's commitment to game preservation and modding but expressed skepticism about its sustainability. In response, GOG acknowledged his concerns and emphasized the importance of community support for game preservation, encouraging players to engage with the platform. GOG has been focused on preserving classic games for nearly 20 years and differentiates itself from competitors like Steam and Epic Games Store through its DRM-free offerings and modding capabilities. Despite these efforts, challenges remain in attracting users away from Steam, which dominates the market.

AppWizard

December 27, 2025

The best digital game sales right now on PC, PlayStation, Switch, and Xbox

Gamers can take advantage of significant discounts on major digital gaming platforms as the holiday season ends. Discounts reach up to 90% on select titles, with notable games from 2023, such as Split Fiction, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, and Assassin’s Creed Shadows, available at 30% to 50% off. The Steam Winter Sale features discounts on titles like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (20% off), Baldur’s Gate 3 (25% off), and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II (50% off). The GOG Winter Sale offers DRM-free games, including Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Complete (50% off) and The Witcher series (85% off). The Nintendo eShop Sale includes Super Mario Odyssey (30% off) and Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance (60% off). The PlayStation Holiday Sale features discounts on Arc Raiders (20% off) and Elden Ring (35% off). The Xbox Countdown Sale offers discounts on Battlefield 6 (30% off) and Hogwarts Legacy: Deluxe Edition (85% off). The sales conclude between January 2 and January 21, 2026, depending on the platform.

AppWizard

November 28, 2025

Siliconera 2025 PC Game Black Friday and Gift Guide

The Steam Winter Sale is scheduled to begin on December 18, 2025, following Black Friday on November 28, 2025. The Lenovo Legion Go S will be priced at 9.99 during Black Friday, while the Steam Deck's 256GB LCD model will cost 9.20 and the 512GB OLED version will be priced at 9. GOG offers a selection of games at discounted prices, including: - Alone in the Dark: The Trilogy – .49 - The Alters: Deluxe Edition – .10 - Breath of Fire IV – .99 - Devil May Cry HD Collection – .89 - Dino Crisis Bundle – .49 - Disco Elysium: The Final Cut – .99 - The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind GOTY Edition – .49 - Fallout: New Vegas Ultimate Edition – .99 - Heroes of Might and Magic 3: Complete – .99 - Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered – .99 - Silent Hill 2 remake – .99 - Silent Hill 4: The Room – .99 - Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines – .99 - The Witcher: Enhanced Edition – .49 - The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition – .99 Other PC games available for gifting or personal enjoyment include: - Ace Attorney Investigations – .99 - Atelier Yumia – .99 - Bad Rats: The Rats Revenge – [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: As the holiday season approaches, the landscape of PC gaming presents a myriad of options for both gift-givers and enthusiasts alike. With platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG offering a variety of deals, navigating the best choices can be a bit overwhelming, especially with Black Friday looming on November 28, 2025. While enticing discounts are expected, savvy shoppers will note that the Steam Winter Sale is set to commence on December 18, 2025. This timing suggests that patience may be a virtue, particularly for those considering gifts for the December holidays. Choosing the Right System When contemplating a PC purchase, it’s prudent to engage in a conversation with the intended recipient. This is particularly true for desktops or laptops, where compatibility is paramount. Handheld devices, however, offer a more straightforward gifting experience. For instance, the Lenovo Legion Go S is available for 9.99 during Black Friday, while the Steam Deck offers a 256GB LCD model for 9.20 and a 512GB OLED version for 9. Gifting from GOG For those leaning towards gifting games, GOG stands out with its exclusive releases and a commitment to DRM-free titles. The platform ensures ongoing updates for compatibility, enhancing the user experience. Here’s a selection of noteworthy games available at attractive prices during the holiday shopping season: Alone in the Dark: The Trilogy – .49 The Alters: Deluxe Edition – .10 Breath of Fire IV – .99 Devil May Cry HD Collection – .89 Dino Crisis Bundle (includes Dino Crisis and Dino Crisis 2) – .49 Disco Elysium: The Final Cut – .99 The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind GOTY Edition – .49 Fallout: New Vegas Ultimate Edition – .99 Heroes of Might and Magic 3: Complete – .99 Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered – .99 Silent Hill 2 remake – .99 Silent Hill 4: The Room – .99 Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines – .99 The Witcher: Enhanced Edition – .49 The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition – .99 Exploring Other Platforms Beyond GOG, Steam and other storefronts are brimming with discounts, including some enticing deals on 2024 releases that have only recently seen price reductions. Here’s a curated list of PC games to consider for your 2025 gifting needs or for personal enjoyment: Ace Attorney Investigations – .99 Atelier Yumia – .99 Bad Rats: The Rats Revenge – [cyberseo_openai model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Rewrite a news story for a business publication, in a calm style with creativity and flair based on text below, making sure it reads like human-written text in a natural way. The article shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. The article shall NOT start from a title. Response language English. Generate HTML-formatted content using tag for a sub-heading. You can use only , , , , and HTML tags if necessary. Text: When it comes to shopping for PC games, it’s difficult to really consult any one guide, as Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG often feature multiple ones and aren’t 100% reliant on Black Friday. So there will definitely be special deals around November 28, 2025, but we know the Steam Winter Sale for the year starts on December 18, 2025. It means keeping an eye out is wise, but it might also be smart to consider holding off on some gifts until we get closer to the December holidays. Still, it never hurts to be prepared and aware! Recommended VideosIn terms of systems, it’s usually best to actually consult with the recipient before just springing a PC on them. Especially if you are going with a desktop or laptop, since you’ll want to keep compatibility in mind. If you’re going with a handheld, it’s easier. Someone could get a Lenovo Legion Go S on sale for Black Friday for $579.99. A Steam Deck 256GB LCD model is $319.20 as of time of writing, and the 512GB OLED is always $549. A good option to keep in mind for PC game gifting is GOG, as there are some exclusive releases there and we also get DRM-free games from that platform. The company also will offer updates to ensure compatibility, which is handy. Here are some suggestions we have for games you can find there at pretty good prices around the holiday shopping season, as well as their Black Friday 2025 deals. Alone in the Dark: The Trilogy – $1.49 The Alters: Deluxe Edition – $37.10 Breath of Fire IV – $4.99 Devil May Cry HD Collection – $9.89 Dino Crisis Bundle (with Dino Crisis and Dino Crisis 2) – $8.49 Disco Elysium The Final Cut – $9.99 The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind GOTY Edition – $7.49 Fallout: New Vegas Ultimate Edition – $9.99 Heroes of Might and Magic 3: Complete – $4.99 Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered – $14.99 Silent Hill 2 remake – $34.99 Silent Hill 4: The Room – $6.99 Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines – $9.99 The Witcher: Enhanced Edition – $1.49 The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition – $9.99 But in general, a lot of games are on sale on Steam and other storefronts! Including some good deals on 2024 games that didn’t get major price drops until now. So here are some PC games to consider when shopping for 2025 gifts or picking up items for yourself. Ace Attorney Investigations – $19.99 Atelier Yumia – $48.99 Bad Rats: The Rats Revenge – $0.59 Blue Prince – $19.79 Civilization VII – $45.49 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – $39.99 Digimon Story: Time Stranger – $62.99 Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake – $35.99 The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion – $33.49 Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster bundle – $48.74 FFVII Remake Intergrade – $19.99 FFVII Rebirth – $34.99 FFXVI Complete Edition – $34.99 Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut – $35.99 Harvestella – $23.99 Kingdom Hearts Integrum – $49.99 Life is Strange Remastered – $11.99 Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii – $32.99 Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater – $48.99 Metaphor: ReFantazio – $34.99 Octopath Traveler 2 – $23.99 Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma – $38.99 Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance – $23.99 Shinobi: Art of Vengeance – $20.99 Signalis – $13.99 Silent Hill f – $55.99 Stellar Blade Complete Edition – $63.99 Tales of Graces f Remastered – $19.99 Two Point Museum – $23.99 Also, don’t forget to check Epic Games Store every Thursday! Free games are given away, and you can bulk up your library and give yourself something to play over holiday breaks that way." temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" ].59 Blue Prince – .79 Civilization VII – .49 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – .99 Digimon Story: Time Stranger – .99 Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake – .99 The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion – .49 Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster bundle – .74 FFVII Remake Intergrade – .99 FFVII Rebirth – .99 FFXVI Complete Edition – .99 Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut – .99 Harvestella – .99 Kingdom Hearts Integrum – .99 Life is Strange Remastered – .99 Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii – .99 Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater – .99 Metaphor: ReFantazio – .99 Octopath Traveler 2 – .99 Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma – .99 Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance – .99 Shinobi: Art of Vengeance – .99 Signalis – .99 Silent Hill f – .99 Stellar Blade Complete Edition – .99 Tales of Graces f Remastered – .99 Two Point Museum – .99 Lastly, don’t overlook the Epic Games Store, which offers free games every Thursday. This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your library and discover new titles to enjoy during the holiday break." max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"].59 - Blue Prince – .79 - Civilization VII – .49 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – .99 - Digimon Story: Time Stranger – .99 - Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake – .99 - The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion – .49 - Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster bundle – .74 - FFVII Remake Intergrade – .99 - FFVII Rebirth – .99 - FFXVI Complete Edition – .99 - Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut – .99 - Harvestella – .99 - Kingdom Hearts Integrum – .99 - Life is Strange Remastered – .99 - Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii – .99 - Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater – .99 - Metaphor: ReFantazio – .99 - Octopath Traveler 2 – .99 - Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma – .99 - Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance – .99 - Shinobi: Art of Vengeance – .99 - Signalis – .99 - Silent Hill f – .99 - Stellar Blade Complete Edition – .99 - Tales of Graces f Remastered – .99 - Two Point Museum – .99 The Epic Games Store also provides free games every Thursday, allowing users to expand their library.

BetaBeacon

November 10, 2025

Prepare your Steam library: The easiest Windows emulator just hit the Play Store

GameHub is a new app that allows users to play PC games on their Android devices through Windows emulation. It supports Xbox Cloud Gaming, local streaming apps like Steam Link, and allows for playing Windows games without piracy. GameHub also added support for Steam downloads and Steam Cloud saves. Some games may require adjustments in settings to run smoothly. The app has faced controversy for forking code from open-source projects without attribution and being closed-source. Despite this, the official version of GameHub is under active development and available for free on the Google Play Store.

AppWizard

November 5, 2025

Humble Choice for November 2025 Is Now Live

On the first Tuesday of each month, Humble Choice offers a curated selection of eight PC games for members at a price of .99, with a combined MSRP of . This month’s lineup for November 2025 includes: 1. Total War: Warhammer III 2. Another Crab's Treasure 3. Pharaoh: A New Era 4. Etrian Odyssey HD 5. No More Heroes 3 6. Synergy 7. Spin Hero 8. Paleo Pines Each game is provided as a Steam code. Total War: Warhammer III received a 9/10 review rating, while Another Crab’s Treasure earned an 8/10. Subscribers also receive a month of IGN Plus, access to over 50 DRM-free games in the Humble Vault, and increasing discounts on Humble Store purchases. Additionally, 5% of each membership goes to charity, with No Kid Hungry being the selected organization for this month.

AppWizard

October 29, 2025

Get October’s Humble Choice for $10 (for a Limited Time)

Humble Choice is offering October's games for a reduced price of .99 with the promo code SPOOKY25, down from the regular price of .99. The lineup includes eight games: Atomic Heart, V Rising, System Shock, Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town, Cryptmaster, Shogun Showdown, Hotel Renovator, and Caravan SandWitch. All games are provided as Steam codes. V Rising and System Shock received scores of 9/10, while Atomic Heart received an 8/10. Humble Choice operates as a subscription service that delivers a monthly bundle of PC games, with the option to cancel anytime. Subscribers receive discounts on other games in the Humble Store and access to over 50 classic DRM-free games. Additionally, 5% of the membership fee is donated to charity each month, with this month's beneficiary being the Whale and Dolphin Conservation. Humble is also running the Humble Halloween Mega Sale with significant discounts on various games.

AppWizard

August 30, 2025

Weekend PC Download Deals for Aug. 29: Steam Third-Person Shooter Fest

Steam is focusing on third-person shooters this weekend, featuring sales on titles like The Last of Us, Star Wars Outlaws, and Remnant 2. Sega fans can find discounts on Total War: Warhammer 3. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater has launched, prompting launch day deals. GOG.com is celebrating back-to-school with DRM-free games, and Humble Bundle offers a subscription service with titles like Persona 5 Royal and Banishers: Ghost of New Eden. Xbox Game Pass subscribers receive additional discounts, and various gaming platforms like Fanatical, Gamebillet, GamesPlanet, and Green Man Gaming are providing competitive deals and promotions.

BetaBeacon

August 8, 2025

I tried emulating PC games on a Pixel phone, and I have mixed thoughts

- GameHub is an app that allows users to play PC games on their Android phones or tablets via emulation/translation. - GameHub can only be downloaded from GameSir's website and is not available on the Play Store. - The app recently gained Steam integration, allowing users to install titles from their Steam library. - Some PC games, such as Spelunky, Castle Crashers, and Undertale, were tested on a Pixel 7 Pro with varying levels of success in terms of performance. - GameHub offers improvements over rival apps like Winlator, including a more intuitive UI and robust controller support. - While GameHub may be time-consuming and occasionally frustrating to set up and use, it is continuously receiving updates for improvement. - The rival Winlator app is also worth trying on a Pixel, as some games that don't run on GameHub might run fine on Winlator and vice versa.

AppWizard

August 2, 2025

Weekend PC Game Deals: Evo fighters, Racing Fests, and QuakeCon specials

The Epic Games Store is offering two new free indie titles, Keylocker and Pilgrims, available until August 7. Pilgrims is a point-and-click adventure by Amanita Design, while Keylocker is a turn-based rhythm JRPG set in a cyberpunk universe. Humble has launched the Better With 4 Friends bundle, featuring co-op games like SpiderHeck and Moving Out. Steam is providing free trials for four games, including WWE 2K25 and Squad 44. Various gaming events are offering sales, including Evo and Steam's Racing Fest, while the GOG store has DRM-free games on sale. Availability and pricing may vary by region.

AppWizard

August 2, 2025

GOG Gives Away 13 Free PC Games for 48 Hours Only

GOG is offering a selection of 13 games for free for a limited time of 48 hours as part of its initiative FreedomToBuy.games, in response to recent game delistings. The games available include titles such as Leap of Love, POSTAL 2, and HuniePop. Users can claim individual titles without needing to select all 13, and a GOG.com account is required to add the games to their library. After the promotional period, these titles will still be available for purchase. GOG specializes in DRM-free games and has a GOG Preservation Program aimed at providing access to older games.