GOG
Hardware, storefront and ecosystem news for GOG.
Latest coverage
32-year-old "ellipsoid" horror game Ecstatica gets a PC re-release today, showing us an alternative timeline in which polygonal 3D never became dominant
The 1994 horror game Ecstatica, known for its unique ellipsoid-based 3D graphics, has received a PC re-release on Steam and GOG. This re-release, handled by SNEG, includes both the original game and its sequel, featuring controller support and multiple graphics modes. The game is highlighted as an example of an alternative path in 3D graphics development.
Cyberpunk 2077 | Edgerunners 2 Update Features Overview Trailer
The Edgerunners 2 Update for Cyberpunk 2077 is set to release on October 22, introducing new content inspired by the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime, including a new quest. The update will also feature a Dual Wielding playstyle, cyberware customization at glamdocs, community-made mods via Cross Platform Mod Support, and Night City Tours. It will be available on PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version coming soon.
It looks like Wing Commander 3 is getting a remaster, after EA producer discovers the original FMV source tapes in the…
Electronic Arts producer Jim Vessella has announced a remaster of the 1994 space combat sim Wing Commander 3, subtitled Heart of the Tiger. The project is spearheaded by Vessella, who discovered original FMV source tapes, and will feature upscaled cutscenes, integration with Wing Commanders 1 & 2, controller support, and a 60 FPS frame rate. It is slated for release on PC via Steam, GOG, and the EA app.
The Witcher 3 hits its highest-ever Steam concurrent player count following Remastered launch
CD Projekt Red's free remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has propelled the 11-year-old RPG to its highest-ever concurrent player count on Steam, exceeding 120,000 players. This surge surpasses previous peaks, including its 2015 launch and the popularity driven by Netflix's Witcher series.
The Witcher 3 surges to its highest Steam concurrent player-count ever, following Remastered edition's release
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has achieved its highest-ever concurrent player count on Steam, with nearly 120,000 players engaging with the game following the release of its Remastered edition. This surge surpasses previous peaks, including its initial launch and the next-gen update.
Thank You Bus Driver Brings Double Fine Chaos on October 14
Double Fine's chaotic black-and-white bus driving game, Thank You Bus Driver, is set to launch on October 14 for PC platforms including Steam, GOG, and itch.io. This marks Double Fine's first release since its split from Xbox, and it will be published under their new Double Fine Action Labs label for "weird, little games."
Double Fine's first game since being dumped by Xbox will be out in just 2 weeks
Double Fine Productions is releasing its new game, Thank You Bus Driver, in two weeks, marking its first title since being dropped by Xbox. This experimental driving simulator, described as 'Crazy Taxi meets Papers, Please!', will be available on PC via Steam, GOG, and Itch.io on October 14.
Total War: Shogun 2's Complete Edition adds 50 minor factions in return for breaking your mods, but fear not, players who stick to the old version will get legacy DLC for free
Creative Assembly is releasing Total War: Shogun 2 Complete Edition on October 13th, featuring over 50 minor factions, updated graphics, and modernized controls. This edition includes the Rise and Fall of the Samurai expansions and will be available on Steam, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store, and GOG. Existing owners of the original game will receive a 75% discount on the Complete Edition, and those who stick with the older version will get legacy DLC for free.
Roblox plan to grow their absurd gaming empire even further by letting devs release games as "standalone apps", potentially via Steam, Epic, and GOG
Roblox is planning to allow developers to release their games as standalone applications across various platforms, including PC storefronts like Steam and Epic Games Store, with Roblox powering the underlying technology. This initiative, dubbed 'Roblox Everywhere,' aims to give developers more flexibility and reach. The platform is also introducing browser-based joining, offline singleplayer options, and a new wallet feature managed by Airwallex for easier revenue conversion.
Cyberpunk 2077 is coming to Battle.net for some reason, and Geralt will be in Diablo 4
Cyberpunk 2077 and its expansion will be released on Blizzard's Battle.net digital storefront later this year, joining other non-Blizzard titles. Additionally, Geralt from The Witcher series will appear as a barbarian skin in Diablo 4 for players who pre-purchase The Witcher 3's Songs of the Past DLC on Battle.net. The collaboration also includes Edgerunners-themed cosmetics for Overwatch next year.
It turns out 58% of The Blood of Dawnwalker players have also played The Witcher 3, and roughly 40% of the entire playerbase is on Steam
Analysis of player data for Rebel Wolves' The Blood of Dawnwalker reveals that nearly 58% of its players have also played The Witcher 3, a testament to the shared developer talent between the studios. The game has sold over one million copies in its first three days, with a significant portion of PC players on Steam and GOG.
Wild West Pioneers open playtest begins ahead of September Early Access launch
The city builder Wild West Pioneers, developed by EmpireCraft Studios and published by Toplitz Productions, has begun its final open playtest on Steam, which runs until September 14. Players can apply for access to provide feedback before the game launches into Early Access on PC on September 25, 2026.
Manor Lords drops new update, goes on sale, and reaches 4 million copies sold
Manor Lords has sold over four million copies across all platforms, with developer Slavic Magic and publisher Hooded Horse announcing the milestone alongside a new update. The update introduces expanded cow economy features, cider production from apples, and a new river map. To celebrate, the game is available at a 35% discount on Steam until September 10th.
Transport Fever 3 release date confirmed, arriving this year as the ultimate transport management game
Urban Games has confirmed that Transport Fever 3 will be released on September 29, 2026, for PC. The game will feature improved graphics, new vehicles, and enhanced management options compared to its predecessor. Deluxe and Collector's editions are available, along with pre-order bonuses and a loyalty discount for Transport Fever 2 owners.
Baldur's Gate 3 hits its lowest price ever as Larian celebrates 3 years of RPG greatness: "This is the price…
Larian Studios is celebrating three years of Baldur's Gate 3 with its largest sale to date, offering a 30% discount on PC, Steam, GOG, and PlayStation 5 versions. This marks the lowest price the critically acclaimed RPG has ever reached, with the developer highlighting the sale as a celebration of the game's legacy and player adventures.
Retro PSX-Style Grindhouse Horror Adventure The Skin Stapler Launches Soon
Tainted Pact Games' upcoming PSX-style horror adventure, The Skin Stapler, is set to launch on Steam and GOG on August 6th, 2026, for $14.99. The game features classic PS1 visuals, noir-inspired storytelling, and dark comedy, placing players in the role of Detective Dick Slater as he hunts a serial killer known as The Skin Stapler in the crime-ridden Carrion City.
Two utterly unique and long lost '90s PC horror classics have been exhumed, and they're coming to Steam soon
The '90s PC horror classics Ecstatica and Ecstatica 2, known for their unique ellipsoid-based 3D graphics, are being reissued and will be available on Steam and GOG later this year. Developed by Andrew Spencer and originally published by Psygnosis, these survival horror titles have been out of commercial circulation for decades. The reissues also include other SNEG titles like Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor and Dark Earth.
Torpor Games Announces Two New Suzerain DLCs and Standalone War Strategy Game Wars of Suzerain
Torpor Games has announced three new additions to the Suzerain Universe: the narrative DLC Suzerain Stories: The Neutral Lens, the country DLC Suzerain: Socialist Republic of Galmland, and the standalone turn-based strategy game Wars of Suzerain. These titles will expand the franchise into new genres, including media influence, socialist state management, and military conflict, all while maintaining the series' signature political storytelling. All three are planned for release in 2026 and will be available on PC, consoles, and mobile platforms.
A forgotten dungeon crawler from the Baldur's Gate era is coming to Steam and GOG for the first time ever
SNEG is bringing the 2001 dungeon crawler Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor to Steam and GOG for its first-ever digital release later this year. The game, which launched during the Baldur's Gate era, was considered underwhelming due to bugs and a lack of depth. SNEG is updating the game for modern systems, with more details to be revealed closer to its Q4 launch.
SNEG to bring 6 classic PC titles to Steam and GOG, including Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor and Warlords IV: Heroes of Etheria
Publisher SNEG is bringing six classic PC titles to Steam and GOG, including Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor, Warlords IV: Heroes of Etheria, Soldiers at War, Dark Earth, Ecstatica, and Ecstatica 2. This initiative aims to preserve and re-release older games for modern audiences, coinciding with a SNEG Publisher Sale on Steam.
