Star Ruler 2 is a space strategy game I’ve been meaning to cover for some time, and I’ve given it a good go to tell you what I think. It’s interesting, but not quite my cup.
The people over at GoG have started a new campaign where you have the chance to reclaim some of your old (Windows) games. Now at first this may not sound too useful for us Linux gamers, but let's be honest, not all old Windows games will ever come to Linux so Wine is often the only solution if you want to play them.
The dated (but still good) simulation game is now available DRM free from GOG. The Linux version only appeared on Steam in December, so GOG are only 4 months later on this one.
Pillars of Eternity is the brand new RPG from Obsidian Entertainment and Paradox Interactive. It’s expensive compared to a lot of our games, so here’s our look at it.
The two holiday special minisodes were made available for Linux last month and provide some more background for the protagonists, doctors Rosalene and Watts. Translation support was added last week, and the developers are looking for Linux testers.
GOG has uncovered their third wave of Lucasfilm classics to be added to the DRM free store, and of the six games, three are available for Linux. Zak McKracken and the Alien Mindbenders is now available through digital distribution for the first time, while The Dig and LOOM have their commercial Linux début.
Since earlier yesterday and till next Friday a new Insomnia Promo is taking place at GOG.com, the first one since this store started supporting Linux.
Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty is a revamp of one of the platformers I used to love, so how is it on Linux? Hint: It's good.
One downside of GOG is the smaller library of games, and it looks like they are trying to make it easier for indie developers to get in touch about it.
It has been quite a saga for the FPS Paranautical Activity, but under new leadership it has returned to Steam, GOG and Humble Store.
Apotheon is a heroic action game set within the vibrant world of Ancient Greek Mythology. Ascend Mount Olympus, wrestle the divine powers from the Pantheon of Gods, and save mankind.
After many years of being tied up in red tape, the popular live-action/animation blend adventure game finally gets a re-release, and gets its digital début on GOG.com.
Crimsonland is finally on Linux after 11 years of being on other platforms (originally released in 2003), so is it any good? We take a look and create a bloody mess.
As a big Star Wars fan I approve of this. STAR WARS: DARK FORCES is now officially available and supported on Linux and is available from GOG.
More information is coming out of Aspyr thanks to a reddit, and the news is all pretty good. Not only are they looking at releasing a new port soon, but they are looking to GOG too.
With two weeks left until its January 27th release, Double Fine have announced that Grim Fandango is now available for pre-order via GOG, alongside launching a new website and documentary episode.
Article has been updated with screenshots and concept art.
After hearing plenty of heated feedback, GOG.com has now backtracked from their use of encrypted RAR files in their Windows installers, something which has raised concerns about the potential for encroaching DRM on their service as well as causing technical problems for some Linux users.
GOG has begun using encrypted RAR files in their Windows installers for various games to enhance their security. This however has caused problems for some Linux users.
The post-apocalyptic survival RPG was officially launched yesterday after nearly four years in development. A demo of the game is available and it looks good.
GOG & Steam have both hit new milestones when it comes to Linux games. This is really fantastic to see, and we hope it keeps up.