GOG explores reviving physical PC game releases — digital storefront needs publisher approvals, has to figure out the logistics and legal challenges
GOG wants to sell physical games, in contrast to consoles going digital-only, giving gamers more freedom over their games. However, it still has to figure out logistics and publisher permissions.
GOG's business development and partnerships manager, Marcin Paczynski, has expressed interest in reviving physical game releases for the PC platform. Currently, GOG faces logistical challenges and requires publisher approvals to sell physical copies, but Paczynski believes this could enhance consumer freedom and game ownership. The company has never ventured into physical media distribution before, and it would require additional permits from publishers.
Paczynski suggests delivering games on USB drives or SD cards, as optical disc drives are scarce on modern PCs. These physical media could come with exclusive bonuses such as stickers, maps, and lore.
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