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December 31, 2025

CD Projekt co-founder buys back GOG, promises The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2 will still launch on the PC storefront

CD Projekt has returned its PC gaming storefront, GOG, to co-founder Michal Kicinski. GOG, established in 2008, aims to provide a DRM-free platform for gamers. The platform has evolved to include a variety of titles and is involved in restoring classic games. GOG will maintain its core operations and commitment to being DRM-free, with GOG Galaxy as an optional feature. Upcoming titles from CD Projekt Red, including The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2, will still be available on GOG. The company will continue to operate autonomously and support its community through programs like the Patron program and the Preservation Program, with new initiatives planned for 2026 to enhance user engagement and support indie developers.

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December 30, 2025

GOG crawls out from under CD Projekt Red with a new owner and teases ‘ambitious’ plans for classic game ‘rescue missions’ starting next year

GOG, a digital storefront known for classic and DRM-free gaming, has transitioned to the ownership of Michal Kicinski, a co-founder of GOG, which launched in 2008. Under Kicinski's leadership, GOG aims to expand its library of classic titles and enhance the gaming experience, although specific initiatives have yet to be detailed. CD Projekt Red will continue to support GOG, ensuring that both existing and upcoming titles from the studio remain available on the platform. GOG may also serve as a refuge for unconventional titles, as demonstrated by the psychological horror game Horses, which was banned from other platforms but found success on GOG.

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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.

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November 1, 2025

GOG’s preservation program now includes Splinter Cell, Resident Evil HD and, er, Spore, while you can also get 95% of XCOM 2 in its Autumn Sale

GOG's preservation program ensures that classic PC games run smoothly on Windows machines without significant changes to their original design. The program has expanded from 100 to 250 titles, including games like Splinter Cell, Resident Evil: HD Remaster, and Hitman: Codename 47. The complete Spore Collection is available for £2.29, while Splinter Cell is priced at £1. The Witcher series, particularly The Witcher 3, is on sale for £5, and XCOM 2 is offered at a 95% discount for £1.79, with the sale ending on November 5.

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October 29, 2025

GOG Autumn Sale discounts Cyberpunk 2077, Silent Hill 2 and Fallout: New Vegas

GOG has launched its annual Autumn Sale, running until November 4, featuring discounts on various PC games, including both contemporary hits and classic titles under the GOG Preservation Program. Notable discounts include Cyberpunk 2077 and its DLC, Silent Hill 2 remake at 50% off, and Disco Elysium - The Final Cut at 75% off. The 2016 reboot of Doom is available at an 80% discount, while Fallout: New Vegas Ultimate Edition, Spore Collection, and SimCity 3000 Unlimited are also discounted. The Preservation Program, established in 2024, aims to keep classic games playable on modern hardware, but GOG faces challenges in maintaining it, as noted by Marcin Paczynski, GOG’s senior business development manager.

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October 28, 2025

GOG’s Fall Sale Is Live And Includes Over 4,000 PC Games

GOG's Autumn Sale started on October 28 and runs until November 4, 2025, featuring over 4,000 discounted titles. Notable games include Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines, which is part of GOG's preservation program. Tron 2.0 is not included in this program. The sale includes various classic titles such as Cyberpunk 2077, Dungeon Keeper Gold, and The Witcher series.

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October 17, 2025

Capcom Initially Against GOG Bringing Original ‘Resident Evil’ Trilogy Back to PC

GOG.com has successfully revived the original Resident Evil trilogy for PC, despite initial reluctance from Capcom, the franchise's creator. Marcin Paczynski, GOG’s senior business development manager, indicated that Capcom preferred their modern remakes and did not initially see the value in releasing the original versions. After persistent discussions, Capcom agreed to the project, leading to a positive reception with 94% positive reviews on GOG. Following this success, Capcom approved GOG's plans to release Dino Crisis and Dino Crisis 2, which launched in January. All titles have received enhancements for modern compatibility and are part of GOG’s Preservation Program to ensure their accessibility.

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October 8, 2025

The original System Shock 2 is being removed from sale on Steam later this week

The original 1999 edition of System Shock 2 will be removed from Steam on October 10, 2025. Existing owners will retain access, but new players will not be able to purchase it as a standalone product. The original version is priced at approximately £7/€10 and often discounted during sales, while the remastered edition is priced at about £24/€29. The remaster has received positive reviews, including an 85% rating from PC Gamer. The original version remains available on GOG, currently on sale, and is part of the GOG Preservation Program.

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September 4, 2025

3 Castlevania Games Join GOG PC Preservation Program

GOG has released the Konami Collector’s Series: Castlevania & Contra as part of its PC Preservation Program. This collection includes three Castlevania titles and two Contra games, available for purchase on the GOG storefront. A limited-time launch sale offers the collection at a reduced price of .89 until September 11, 2025. The collection was first released for PC in 2002 and on GOG in September 2020. The games are compatible with Windows 10 and 11 PCs, support various controllers, and include local co-op gameplay for the Contra entries. Enhancements include support for additional controllers, a pause menu with volume and gamma options, a guide for accessing the hidden game Jackal, and quick save functionality. The complete game list features Castlevania, Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest, Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse, Contra, Jackal, and Super C. GOG's Preservation Program has also expanded with titles like Heroes of Might and Magic 2: Gold and Devil May Cry 4 Special Edition, and encourages community voting for future preservation efforts.

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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.