GOG Galaxy

GOG's optional game client, which can also combine libraries from other platforms.

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Alternatives ranked: 4
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About GOG Galaxy

GOG Galaxy is the free launcher from GOG, the store known for selling DRM-free PC games. Its first job is managing GOG purchases: installing and updating them, syncing cloud saves, and rolling a game back to an earlier version if a patch breaks it. Because GOG games are DRM-free, the client is optional; you can also download offline installers from the website and keep them. Galaxy 2.0 doubles as a combined library: through official and community-built integrations it can import games, play time and achievements from Steam, Epic, Xbox, PlayStation and other platforms into one view, with a friends list that spans them. You still need the other launchers installed to actually run their games. It runs on Windows and macOS only, with no Linux version, which is why Linux players tend to use Heroic or Lutris for their GOG games.

Best for: PC gamers who buy DRM-free games and want one library view across stores.

What works

GOG games are DRM-free, so the client is optional
Rollbacks let you return to an older game version
Shows games from Steam, Epic, consoles and more in one library
Free

Why people leave

No Linux version
Combined library still needs the other launchers installed
Community integrations are unofficial and sometimes break

Top GOG Galaxy alternatives

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1
Steam
Far larger catalogue and community features, if DRM-free ownership matters less to you.
66.5
2
Heroic Games Launcher
Open-source launcher for GOG, Epic and Amazon games that also works on Linux and Steam Deck.
62.6
3
Lutris
Linux game manager that installs GOG games alongside Steam, Epic and emulated titles.
59.6
4
Playnite
Free open-source library manager that goes further than Galaxy's combined view, with emulator support and themes.
40.0

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GOG Galaxy: common questions

Is GOG Galaxy free?

Yes, GOG Galaxy is free to use.

Is GOG Galaxy open source?

No, GOG Galaxy is not open source. Open-source alternatives include Heroic Games Launcher, Lutris and Playnite.

What platforms does GOG Galaxy run on?

GOG Galaxy is available for Windows and macOS.

What are the best alternatives to GOG Galaxy?

The highest-ranked GOG Galaxy alternatives right now are Steam, Heroic Games Launcher and Lutris. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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GOG Galaxy facts

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Price: Free; Checked Oct 25, 2026gog.com(opens source in a new tab); “And the application is entirely free, all you need is a GOG account to use it.”
Platforms: Windows, Mac; Checked Oct 25, 2026gog.com(opens source in a new tab); “GOG GALAXY is available for Windows and Mac.”
Rollbacks: Yes; Checked Oct 25, 2026gog.com(opens source in a new tab); “Rollbacks Restore your game to prior versions, if an update breaks it for you.”
Integrations: Official and open-source community; Checked Oct 25, 2026gog.com(opens source in a new tab); “Community platform integrations Connect more platforms and add new features with open-source integrations.”