The CEO of New Blood is clear about why Steam works where Epic and GOG do not

The debate about the relevance of GOG in the video game distribution platform market continues, with critical observations from different industry players. Dave Oshry, CEO of New Blood, highlights that GOG has seen a decline in its popularity since Steam opened its doors to all developers, which has led many users to not see the need to use GOG for their games. No one offers what Steam does Despite its unique features, such as the absence of DRM and the ability to sync collections through its GOG Galaxy launcher, the platform […]

The debate about the relevance of GOG in the video game distribution platform market continues, with critical observations from various industry players.

Dave Oshry, CEO of New Blood, highlights that GOG has seen a decline in its popularity since Steam opened its doors to all developers, which has led many users to not see the need to use GOG for their games.

No one offers what Steam does

Despite its unique features, such as the absence of DRM and the ability to sync collections through its GOG Galaxy launcher, the platform has not managed to reach the number of users that Steam has.

Oshry points out that, although GOG offers significant advantages, such as simplified mod installers and access to classic titles that are not available on Steam, these functionalities are not enough to attract the majority of players.

The CEO also criticizes the Epic Games Store, arguing that it cannot compete with Steam by only offering free games and a high percentage of profits for developers. “You can give developers 100% of the royalties if you want, but if no one is buying, what does it matter?” says Oshry. His opinion highlights the need for effective sales and a broader user base to succeed in such a competitive market.

Despite the criticism, GOG continues to focus on its video game preservation efforts, an aspect that is still valued by many in the community. However, Oshry issues a call to action: “They need enough users who really care; otherwise, how much longer will they stay in the market?” The sustainability of GOG in the future depends on how it manages to attract and maintain an active community of players in a constantly evolving digital ecosystem.

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Author: Jesús Bosque

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