The acclaimed puzzle platformer games developed by Playdead, Limbo and Inside, will be removed from the GOG platform on July 17, 2025. This announcement has surprised fans, who have speculated that the removal is related to a legal conflict between the co-founders of the studio, Dino Patti and Arnt Jenson.
A legal problem that leads to its delisting
GOG, the well-known PC storefront, informed users about the release of these titles, but did not provide details about discounts or promotions, although Inside is currently available with a 90% discount, which could be tempting for those who have not played it yet. A GOG representative stated in a forum: “I don’t have better news for you, but get the game while it’s still available.”
The dispute between Patti and Jenson intensified after a post on LinkedIn where Patti described the development process of Limbo. In this context, Jenson sent legal threats to Patti, accusing him of giving a misleading impression regarding his role in the development of the game. This led Playdead to file a formal lawsuit, arguing that Patti had attempted to erase his contributions to the project.
Playdead, founded in 2006, has been working on a new game funded by Epic Games, while Patti has established his own studio, Jumpship, which developed the game Somerville. The controversy has not only called into question their mutual contributions to the legacy of Limbo, but it has also captured the attention of the gaming and development community alike.
Looking to the future, it remains to be seen how this situation will develop and whether there will be any impact on the perception of these influential titles within the independent video game world.
