GOG to release native Linux version of Galaxy launcher by 2027

Digital distribution platform GOG has announced plans to release a native Linux version of its GOG Galaxy client, currently slated for a 2027 launch. The announcement was made during a showcase celebrating the company's 18th anniversary.

The new Linux client will be part of a fundamental redesign of the Galaxy software, which will also include updated versions for Windows and macOS. The redesigned interface aims to be faster and will feature a modernized game library with dedicated views for recently played or newly added titles, along with improved filtering and customizable color themes and fonts.

While the official client is in development, GOG maintains that its use remains optional. Users can continue to access their games through existing DRM-free offline installers. The move follows significant community demand, with Linux support requests garnering over 44,000 votes on the platform's official wishlist. This development follows similar moves by competitors like Epic Games, which recently released a preview of its native Linux launcher.