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GOG announces first ever games showcase
GOG will hold its first games showcase on 5 November, marking the digital storefront’s 18th anniversary. It is expected to announce games and new features, with a focus on preserving older titles and keeping them playable on modern hardware.
GOG’s catalogue is DRM-free, allowing users to play games offline without a launcher, and the company often restores older games that are hard to access legally. Its community’s most-requested title is *Black & White*, with 138,473 votes; other popular requests include the first two *Silent Hill* games, *Fable 2* and *The Simpsons: Hit & Run*. Licensing can prevent releases, as GOG has said it faces difficulties bringing back *Dune 2: Battle for Arrakis*.
In short
- GOG’s first showcase marks its 18th anniversary.
- The event is expected to feature classic games and preservation news.
- *Black & White* leads GOG’s wishlist with 138,473 votes.
Explained simply
GOG is an online shop for buying and downloading computer games. Unlike many digital storefronts, it sells games without digital rights management, or DRM, which can restrict how they are used; many GOG games can be played offline without opening a launcher.
The company is known for restoring older games so they can run on modern computers, sometimes making titles available that are otherwise difficult to buy legally. Bringing a game back can depend on securing permission from everyone who owns relevant rights, which can be complicated.
GOG’s catalogue and restoration work matter to players who want to revisit older games and keep them accessible. Its community can vote for games it would like to see return, though a popular request does not guarantee a release.