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Launched by CD Projekt Red, the parent company of The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077, GOG has given itself a clear mission: to give players full ownership of their games. Unlike Steam or other services, titles available on GOG are free of any digital protection (DRM), which allows users to keep them even if the game is removed from the catalog. “On GOG, the games you buy are yours for good. » Official statement from CD Projekt Red upon creation of the platform.
A generous selection, between classics and forgotten gems
Among the 47 titles offered, we find legends like The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfallnarrative gems like Delores: A Thimbleweed Park Mini-Adventureor even the mythical GWENT: The Witcher Card Game. Cult games, prologues, playable demos and even prototypes… there is something for everyone. “GOG is committed to preserving video game treasures for future generations. » From the official GOG preservation program.
An initiative for players… and the memory of video games
By emphasizing conservation and accessibility, GOG asserts an activist positioning. The company regularly reminds us that video games are an art that deserves to be archived, studied and above all replayed. “Thanks to GOG, some of these forgotten games are coming back to life on modern machines. » The GOG (Good Old Games) platform, often overshadowed by Steam, returns to the forefront with an offer that is difficult to ignore: 47 free games, without DRM, to download and keep for life. A rare approach, which is part of a desire to preserve video game heritage.Nicolas Becher, video games journalist, ScreenRant.
Where to start? Some tips for not getting lost
- For RPG fans: Daggerfall and Ultima IV are essential.
- For fans of reflection: Samorost 1 or Beneath a Steel Sky offer a contemplative adventure.
- For the curious: Hellpoint: The Thespian Feast or CAYNE offer a dive into dark universes.
- For the nostalgic: Jill of the Jungle and Bio Menace bring back MS-DOS memories.
Simply create an account on GOG.com to download the games. No subscription is required.