Do you need a GOG account?

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.

Do you actually own your games on GOG?

GOG's system works great for me - for my "use case" - that is, I buy games for me to play on my PC's. Most software is sold on an "you have a license to use" not on an "you OWN it" basis. GOG doesn't "own" the rights to the vast majority of software it sells. It's basically a retail distributor.

Do I need GOG for The Witcher 3?

No, you don't ever need GOG Galaxy to install or play any game on GOG. It's purely an optional piece of software aimed at providing conveniences for people who want them, but it is completely optional and no game requires it.

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 GOG as safe as Steam?

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. It is legit in different countries, especially in North America and Europe.

Why GOG instead of Steam?

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.

Should I get Witcher 3 on Steam or GOG?

GoG version is cheaper than steam, especially so if you have the previous witcher titles redeemed there. It gives Neverwinter Nights diamond edition as a gift for preorder. Upon release, it is also going to give refund, too (so you probably can buy one more excellent game from them, or something).

What happens when you buy a game on GOG?

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.

Can I transfer my Witcher 3 save from GOG to Steam?

No matter how many versions of The Witcher 3 you own, you'll be able to continue using the same save file everywhere now. Note that this currently applies only to The Witcher 3 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC (Epic Games Store/GOG/Origin/Steam), Xbox One, and Xbox Series X. As of Dec.

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.

How does GOG make money?

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%.

How much profit does GOG games take?

SCPM: Q3 2022 results are out now, GOG had its best third quarter results yet with a revenue of 44 million zloty and a EBIT profit of 2 million zloty.

Do GOG games activate on Steam?

We are an independent platform, and none of our games can be redeemed elsewhere.

Can I open GOG game with Steam?

No, you'd have to buy them separately, but GOG Galaxy also counts hours, and has achievements for some titles.

What is the alternative to GOG games?

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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".

Can I sell my GOG game?

GOG accounts and games purchased on GOG are for your personal use and selling them is against our User Agreement which you accepted when registering on GOG.

What does GOG stand for?

Browse all Good Old Games » Good Old Games.

Can I transfer the Witcher from GOG to Steam?

Yes, you can.

Why is Witcher 3 so cheap on Steam?

Because CDProjekt isn't owned by anyone so they can afford to dish out whatever price they want. CD Projekt practically (and sometimes literally) gives their stuff away all the time. And having lots of Witcher fans will be be very beneficial to them by the time The Witcher 3 comes around.

Does GOG have more games than Steam?

Because of the sheer number of years it has been around, the Steam catalog of games is vastly larger than that on GOG. Here's how both services stack up, and the comparison should help when it comes to deciding which platform to support.

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).

Are gOg games easy to pirate?

GOG games are DRM free and typically show up on torrent sites immediately after release, so anybody who wants to pirate the game won't bother to go through the buy->download->refund flow with them.

How much does it cost to publish a game on gOg?

There is no cost to have a game on gOg. However, gOg is a heavily curated store, so they are very selective on which games they allow to be published here. toxicTom toxicTom Sorry, data for given user is currently unavailable.