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PlayStation killing discs is bad for everyone, whether you care about physical games or not
Sony's decision to cease production of physical PlayStation game discs in 2028 is a significant loss for consumers, impacting game preservation and the used games market. While digital distribution benefits publishers, the end of physical media raises concerns about long-term game access, potential surveillance pricing, and Sony's complete control over its ecosystem.
CD Projekt is rebranding as CD Projekt Red, but confusingly, CD Projekt Red is still CD Projekt Red
CD Projekt has officially rebranded to CD Projekt Red, unifying the company and its development studio under a single name. This change aims to streamline brand communication and identification on the global market. The company also reflected on the challenging launch of Cyberpunk 2077, with joint CEO Michał Nowakowski calling it a 'heartbreaking' period for the studio.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 19: GOG.com Summer Sale
This weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Summer Sale featuring discounts on titles like Hollow Knight Silksong and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Steam and Epic Games Store also have various sales, with free games available on Epic Games Store and Amazon Luna. Humble Bundle offers several game bundles for different price tiers.
GOG Summer Sale
GOG has launched its annual Summer Sale, featuring discounts on thousands of DRM-free games until July 9th. Notably, Kena: Bridge of Spirits has been added to the platform during this sale event.
Issues and Activism
GOG has apologized for mistakenly sending an email containing Nazi symbols in a newsletter promoting a Slavic fantasy game. The company acknowledged the error, stating that a series of mistakes were made, and the issue was discussed on Reddit.
"We made a series of mistakes": GOG apologise for emailing Nazi symbols to people in newsletter about Slavic fantasy game
GOG has apologized for a newsletter promoting the game "The End of the Sun" that inadvertently featured runes commonly associated with Nazism. The company cited a series of mistakes in their review process, including an "unfortunate visual association" and incorrect logo usage. The developers of "The End of the Sun" also issued a statement clarifying their lack of connection to extremist ideologies and their awareness of the symbol's dual meanings.
GOG apologizes for emailing Nazi runes to its followers
Digital storefront GOG has issued an apology after its newsletter mistakenly included prominent Nazi runes in its subject line. The company cited a series of errors in its review process, including incorrect placement of symbols and failure to properly check content. GOG stated it is revising its review procedures to prevent similar mistakes in the future.
Game Preservation Matters: Why Classic Games Are Disappearing | TAG
A significant portion of classic video games, estimated at 87% released before 2010, are no longer commercially available due to delisting and lack of preservation efforts. The US Copyright Office's denial of a petition for remote access for researchers highlights a systemic issue, with the industry lobbying group ESA actively opposing preservation. Organizations like the Video Game History Foundation and GOG are working to combat this cultural catastrophe, advocating for legal reform and offering DRM-free options.
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GOG has expanded its local currency options to include Romania, Hungary, and South Africa. This move aims to make digital game purchases more accessible and affordable for players in these regions by allowing transactions in their native currencies.
GOG’s Square Enix Sale Includes 11 Classic Final Fantasy, Mana, And SaGa Games
GOG is hosting a Square Enix Publisher Sale featuring discounts of up to 70% on 11 classic games from the Final Fantasy, Mana, and SaGa series. The sale, which runs until June 6, includes titles like Final Fantasy VIII Remastered, The Legend of Mana, and SaGa Frontier Remastered, all offered DRM-free for PC.
How To Play Non-Steam Games With A Steam Controller On PC
This guide explains how to use a Steam Controller with games not purchased through Steam on PC. It details adding non-Steam executables to your library and using tools like UWPhook for Universal Windows Platform (UWP) applications, enabling Steam Input and the Steam Overlay for a unified gaming experience.
Trials of Mana and Legend of Mana enter the GOG Preservation Program with a Square Enix sale
Trials of Mana and Legend of Mana are now available DRM-free on GOG as part of the Preservation Program. This coincides with a Square Enix JRPG sale on GOG, featuring discounts on titles like Final Fantasy VII, Final Fantasy IX, and Romancing SaGa 2, ending June 8th.
Retro Gaming in 2026: The Complete Guide to Playing Classic Games Legally | TAG
This guide explores legal options for playing retro games in 2026, noting that only 13.27% of classic US games released before 2010 are still commercially available. It details subscription services like Nintendo Switch Online and PlayStation Plus Premium, digital storefronts such as GOG and Steam, and physical collector's options including Analogue and Evercade hardware. The article also addresses the legalities of emulation, emphasizing that while emulators are legal, downloading ROMs for games one does not own is copyright infringement.
Business and Finance
GOG has introduced support for Czech Crowns and regional pricing. Additionally, Nexon has extended its publishing partnerships for the FC Franchise in Korea with Electronic Arts and for Dungeon&Fighter with Tencent.
The OG Metro duo can now be yours on GOG, and they come with a fresh coat of performance polish
The original versions of Metro 2033 and Metro: Last Light are now available on GOG as part of its Preservation Program. These updated editions include performance enhancements, Windows 10 and 11 compatibility, and modern controller support. This release allows players to access the original iterations of the games, which are no longer available on Steam.
The original versions of Metro 2033 and Metro: Last Light land on GOG
The original versions of Metro 2033 and Metro: Last Light have been added to GOG as part of its game preservation initiative. This move ensures that older titles remain accessible to players.
The original Metro 2033 and Metro: Last Light Complete Edition enter the GOG Preservation Program
GOG has partnered with 4A Games and DEEP SILVER to bring the original Metro 2033 and Metro: Last Light to the GOG Preservation Program for modern PCs. The updated versions include compatibility with Windows 10 and 11, support for modern controllers, increased resolutions, and improved performance settings. All Metro titles on GOG are currently discounted.
METRO 2033 & METRO: LAST LIGHT COMPLETE EDITION NOW AVAILABLE ON GOG
The original versions of METRO 2033 and METRO: Last Light Complete Edition have been re-released on GOG as part of their games preservation program. These classic titles have been optimized for modern PCs with improved framerates, unlocked resolutions, and added controller support. The remastered Redux versions remain available on other platforms.
Grow Home and Grow Up from Atari added to the GOG Preservation Program
Grow Home and Grow Up, originally from Ubisoft and now owned by Atari, have been added to the GOG Preservation Program, making them available DRM-free. GOG is also working on updates and offline installers for various older games and has committed to providing bi-weekly progress reports on this initiative.
There's a game coming out this year where you fight your Steam backlog, and it's more dangerous the more…
Game Quest: The Backlog Battler is a new PC game from developer Nic Taylor where players fight their digital game backlogs. The game uses stats like playtime and Metacritic scores to determine enemy behavior, with more expensive or highly-rated games posing greater threats. It's described as a goofy horde battler that humorously confronts players with their unplayed titles.
