News [Linux Journal] GOG Moves Toward Native Linux Support: A Major Shift for DRM-Free Gaming

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by George Whittaker In a development that has energized the Linux gaming community, GOG (Good Old Games) has officially confirmed that it is working on native Linux support. While GOG has long provided Linux installers for select titles, this announcement signals something more substantial: deeper platform integration and a renewed commitment to Linux as a first-class gaming environment. For Linux users who value DRM-free software and ownership rights, this could be a significant turning point. Why This Matters GOG has built its reputation on offering DRM-free games that users truly own, free from online activation requirements and restrictive launchers. However, Linux users have historically faced a mixed experience: Some games included native Linux builds Others required manual setup through Wine or Proton The GOG Galaxy client itself lacked native Linux support While community tools like Heroic Games Launcher and Lutris filled the gap, the absence of official Linux support for the G

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