How do I share my GOG game with friends?

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.

Can you lend games on GOG?

No, there's no lending or borrowing of GOG versions of games :) You can have your friend come over and play the game on your account and on your PC, however :) trentonlf trentonlf Sorry, data for given user is currently unavailable. Please, try again later.

Can I play GOG games on multiple computers?

You can install your GOG games on any PC that YOU OWN.

Can I play GOG games with Steam friends?

Although GOG Galaxy allows you to connect your Steam account, the titles usually are not crossplay. If you are interested in single-player games, it doesn't make much difference — but if you're more interested in playing multiplayer titles with your friends, purchase the games on the same platform.

Are GOG games shareable?

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.

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How do I move a installed GOG game?

Click the gear icon in the top-left corner of the GOG Galaxy interface. Paste the folder into your desired location, such as D:\Games\GOG, and wait for the files to finish copying.

Is it better to buy games on Steam or GOG?

When deciding between GOG and Steam, most gamers choose Steam because it's convenient and hosts a larger selection of games. Steam also has much more in the way of brand recognition, so many gamers use the platform because it is the one they are most aware of.

Does GOG have a launcher like Steam?

GOG Galaxy 2.0 is a wonderful concept of a PC games launcher that puts all your favourite games in one place. It's essentially a single library for all your games from Steam, Origin, UPlay and Epic Store, as well as games from GOG.com (naturally).

Can you connect two GOG accounts?

Your GOG account can only use a single e-mail address. Unfortunately, it is not possible to merge multiple accounts or transfer content between them.

How many times can you download a game from GOG?

You can download your purchased items as many times as you want; we do not impose a limit on the number of downloads for your purchases. However, please keep in mind that you are not allowed to share your GOG account with other users, as only you are entitled to download items from your account.

Can I play GOG games without GOG launcher?

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.

What does GOG stand for?

GOG. Good Old Games (computer game distribution service)

What does GOG have that Steam doesn't?

Origin and Steam almost always have DRM (the game can't work without checking with Origin or Steam first), while games on GOG are DRM-free (they work regardless of anything; you can even download a “backup copy” that is a full setup of the game, that can be burned to DVD/BluRay or stored on a NAS, and then used to ...

Is GOG still 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.

Is connecting GOG to Steam safe?

GOG is a highly trusted platform. There is no way they will be stealing your information.

Is Skyrim on GOG?

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition on GOG.com.

How do I copy a GOG game?

Right-click on the folder containing the game in question, then cut and paste the folder to your new location—say, D:\Games\GOG—and wait for the files to copy over.

How do you release a game on GOG?

Where does GOG store game files?

On PC (Steam, GoG, etc., every store except Microsoft Game Store): Your saves can be found under the AppData\LocalLow directory. Once there, enter the folder of game you were playing. Inside, the Save game should be named SAVE_GAME.

Is GOG a Chinese company?

GOG.com (formerly Good Old Games) is a digital distribution platform for video games and films. It is operated by GOG sp. z o.o., a wholly owned subsidiary of CD Projekt based in Warsaw, Poland.

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%.

Can GOG detect pirated games?

Galaxy detects GOG games automatically, and it would be difficult (if not impossible) for GOG to determine a game is pirated vs simply borrowed or being used by another player in the home unless you go and tell everyone you pirate games (sort of like you did here).

Do GOG games activate on Steam?

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.