The new owner of GOG discusses taking on Steam, the devil of DRM, and following in Nightdive's footsteps
The recent acquisition of GOG by Michał Kiciński signals a pivotal change for the DRM-free gaming platform. With Kiciński's history at CD Projekt RED, there's potential for innovative strategies that could challenge Steam's dominance in the market. Developers should pay attention to how this shift might influence distribution models and game accessibility.
As GOG aims to enhance its offerings under new leadership, it could lead to new opportunities for developers to reach audiences without the constraints of DRM. This could particularly benefit indie developers and those focused on classic titles, fostering a more diverse gaming ecosystem.
“This is a new chapter for GOG and its community.”
- what
- GOG has been sold to Michał Kiciński.
- who
- Michał Kiciński, co-founder of CD Projekt RED.
- when
- Sale occurred just after Christmas.
- impact
- Potentially reshapes distribution models for developers.
The acquisition could lead to innovative changes in game distribution.
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