TL;DR
GOG announced that co‑founder Michał Kiciński has bought the platform from CD PROJEKT. The company says the store will remain DRM‑free, keep existing libraries and offline installers, and continue some ties with CD PROJEKT RED.
What happened
The GOG team announced that Michał Kiciński, one of the founders of both CD PROJEKT and GOG, has acquired the GOG digital storefront from CD PROJEKT. The post frames the move as a return to the service’s original mission: preserving older games and ensuring buyers retain ownership and access. GOG says DRM‑free distribution, offline installers, and optional use of the GOG GALAXY client will remain central to the platform. CD PROJEKT RED titles will continue to be sold on GOG and upcoming releases from the studio will appear on the service. The company also said donations to its Preservation Program and contributions from GOG Patrons will remain with GOG and be used for further rescue and preservation efforts. GOG described itself as maintaining independent operations, pledging ethical, non‑predatory practices and plans to expand community involvement and preservation projects with additional updates promised in 2026.
Why it matters
- Ownership change restores GOG to a co‑founder with stated commitment to the service’s original preservation mission.
- The platform reaffirms DRM‑free access and offline installers, protecting users’ purchased libraries and long‑term access.
- Continued availability of CD PROJEKT RED titles keeps a major publisher’s catalog on GOG despite the change of ownership.
- GOG’s pledge to remain independent and boost community involvement may influence how indie games are supported and preserved.
Key facts
- Buyer: Michał Kiciński, co‑founder of CD PROJEKT and co‑founder of GOG.
- Seller: CD PROJEKT (GOG has been acquired from CD PROJEKT).
- DRM policy: GOG says DRM‑free distribution remains central; users keep access and offline installers.
- Client: GOG GALAXY will remain optional; the company emphasized users’ data stays with GOG.
- CD PROJEKT RED games: titles from the studio will continue to be available on GOG and upcoming releases will be released on the platform.
- Preservation funding: donations and GOG Patron support for the Preservation Program will remain within GOG.
- Operational stance: GOG will operate independently and says it intends to be ethical and non‑predatory.
- Origins: The post recalls that Marcin Iwiński and Michał Kiciński started the idea for GOG in 2007 to revive classic games.
- Future plans: GOG signaled intentions to expand preservation work in 2026 and 2027 and to launch community initiatives in 2026.
What to watch next
- Updates in 2026 about the Preservation Program and planned rescue missions.
- Details on the community voice initiatives slated for 2026 — not confirmed in the source.
- Any public information about the financial terms of the acquisition or operational changes at GOG — not confirmed in the source.
Quick glossary
- DRM: Digital Rights Management — technologies used to restrict how digital content is copied, shared, or accessed.
- GOG GALAXY: An optional desktop client offered by GOG for game library management, multiplayer, and updates.
- Preservation Program: A program or effort to keep older games accessible, maintained, and playable over time; specific program details were provided by GOG in its announcement.
- Indie developer: A developer or small studio that typically operates independently of major publishers.
- Co‑founder: A person who helps establish a company or organization at its creation.
Reader FAQ
What happened?
Michał Kiciński has acquired GOG from CD PROJEKT; the change was announced by the GOG team.
Will GOG remain DRM‑free?
Yes — the announcement says DRM‑free distribution remains central and that users will keep offline installers and library access.
Will CD PROJEKT RED games continue to be on GOG?
Yes — GOG said CD PROJEKT RED titles will remain available and upcoming studio releases will be released on the platform.
Is GOG financially unstable?
not confirmed in the source
Hey everyone, GOG Team here. Today, Michał Kiciński, one of the co-founders of CD PROJEKT, and the co-founder of GOG, has acquired GOG from CD PROJEKT. Why GOG and Michal…
Sources
- GOG is getting acquired by its original co-founder
- CD Projekt Sells DRM-Free PC Storefront GOG to Original …
- GOG's Steam-alternative PC game store is leaving CD …
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