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AppWizard

January 1, 2026

CD Projekt Sells PC Game Store GOG to Co-Founder

CD Projekt has sold its digital storefront, GOG, to co-founder Michał Kiciński for PLN 90.7 million (approximately .2 million USD), granting him full ownership. CD Projekt and GOG will enter into a distribution partnership for future titles from CD Projekt Red to be available on GOG. Michał Nowakowski, joint CEO of CD Projekt, expressed confidence in the move, highlighting GOG's independent operation in recent years. Kiciński stated that CD Projekt will continue to support GOG, making it a prime platform for purchasing The Witcher and Cyberpunk games. He also emphasized the importance of classic games and announced his involvement in developing new retro-inspired games set to release on GOG in 2026.

AppWizard

August 17, 2025

Homeworld 3 developer acquires the rights to its superior previous game about salvaging spaceships, with ‘multiple’ new projects in the works

Blackbird Interactive has acquired full ownership of its game, Hardspace: Shipbreaker, from Focus Entertainment, granting the studio sole rights to the title and its intellectual property. The game involves dismantling decommissioned spaceships in a zero-gravity environment, dealing with hazardous materials, and explores themes of worker exploitation. Blackbird has also initiated the LYNX pioneer program to involve fans in future developments.