Do I need a GOG account to buy games?

Do I need a user account? Most of our site's functionalities - especially purchasing and downloading games - requires having, and being logged onto, a user account.

Can I play GOG games without GOG?

No, you don't need any additional apps or launchers. All games downloaded from GOG are nicely wrapped in a self-executable (exe) setup file, some of the larger games are accompanied by binary files.

How does buying a game on GOG work?

Once you have finished placing and paying for your order, the game will be added to your GOG account and can then be downloaded - you can either use GOG GALAXY or your browser. If you want to learn more about how to download your purchased game, you can find more information here.

How do I buy games on GOG in USA?

- the product page (like this one), by clicking on the "Add to Cart" button. Once you've got one or more items in your Cart, click on the Cart icon in the upper-right corner of the screen, and select "Checkout Now".

Is it better to buy on GOG or Steam?

GOG.com has many of the same indie titles as Steam, and there is no disadvantage to using both platforms at once. Each platform also has different sales and discounts, so you're able to shop around and find the best deal. GOG.com also doesn't include regional restrictions, also known as geo-blocking, on games.

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Is it okay to buy games from GOG?

GOG.com offers DRM-free games (digital rights management). This means that when you purchase a game, you will be buying the license that allows you to play and not buy the game itself. GOG.com is totally legit and even helps in stopping piracy.

Does buying from GOG give Steam keys?

We are an independent platform, and none of our games can be redeemed elsewhere. We also do not distribute any physical content - everything you purchased from us, or got from the redeemed gift code, can be instantly downloaded from GOG.

Can I link GOG games to Steam?

GOG officially ends its Steam-import Connect service after years of inactivity. "For a long time nothing really happened there". GOG's Connect service, which let users grab a free copy of a game they already owned on Steam to add their GOG library, is officially no more.

Can I transfer GOG games to Steam?

Yes GOG Galaxy is completely safe to link to steam. Good Old Games in owned by CD Projekt Red, if you don't know who that is, it's the developers of The Witcher series and Cyberpunk.

How do you pay for games on GOG?

We currently support the following payment methods: credit cards, PayPal, paysafecard, SOFORT, Giropay, webmoney, iDeal, Skrill, Alipay, UnionPay, WeChat, and Przelewy24. We also support payments via BoaCompra with a bank transfer, boleto, credit card, real-time online banking and wallet.

Is GOG account free?

The GOG account is entirely free.

How much does GOG charge?

GOG.com offers indie developers a typical 70/30 split on revenue (meaning GOG.com takes 30% of the sale), as well as an option for an upfront payment to the developer, with GOG.com then taking 40% of the sales until the upfront payment has been covered, reverting the cost back to 30%.

What does GOG stand for?

Browse all Good Old Games » Good Old Games.

Why use GOG instead of Steam?

The primary difference between games on Steam and games on GOG is that GOG is entirely DRM-free. If you purchase a game on the platform, it's yours to own — period. Steam games perform a check to ensure you're connected to Steam. In theory, it's possible to lose your Steam library if Steam ever vanishes.

Do GOG games work on GeForce Now?

Therefore, GOG.com users can now stream them on nearly any device to hand thanks to GeForce NOW's ongoing partnership with the site, which began with the addition of Cyberpunk 2077 to the streaming service.

What is the alternative to GOG games?

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Is everything on GOG DRM free?

Unlike Steam, GOG games are much easier to back up and re-install on multiple computers, all without ever needing to get tangled up in any sort of online account authorization. In 2012, the service expanded from older PC-gaming gems to modern titles, keeping the DRM-free policy in place.

Can your Steam account get banned for buying keys?

If you buy an illegal account from G2A then YES! If you buy a game key then NO! G2A now sells illegal steam accounts buyer beware! Any account you buy WILL be banned.

Is it illegal to buy Steam keys on G2A?

Yes, G2A is completely legal and reliable. G2A is an online marketplace where you can purchase Steam keys and other store keys for various video games.

How do I use GOG key on Steam?

Is GOG still losing money?

GOG to "focus more on its core business". The latest CD Projekt earnings report shows that digital storefront GOG.com has been losing money. The company's overall revenue has increased 38 percent ($34.7m) owing to sales of The Witcher and Cyberpunk 2077, but GOG reports year-to-date losses of $2.21 million.

What happens to my games if GOG shuts down?

If GOG shuts down, the super-secret DRM built into everything will activate and cause your hard drive to self destruct. So, you know, keep buying games to keep GOG in business if you value your computer.

Is it illegal to share GOG games?

Your account and games are for your personal use only. If you want to share them, you can always buy a gift for that person. The DRM-free nature of our service means that we trust you that this will not be abused.

Is GOG a Chinese company?

Long story short: To "legally" sell a game in China you need a) be partnered up with a Chinese company (which gog isn't - unless the deal with Epic counts, which I doubt) and b) the games you sell must have received a license to be sold from the censor (which isn't the case for 99% of gog's catalogue).

What is special about GOG?

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