GOG calls Linux its “next major frontier”
GOG’s preparing to expand beyond Windows
GOIG is looking for a new Senior Software Engineer to work on its GOG Galaxy client, an engineer who will work on the company’s “Linux platform strategy” moving forward. GOG has called Linux the “next major frontier” for the platform, mirroring Valve’s efforts with SteamOS.
Last month, GOG came under new ownership. The company became independent from CD Project and now falls under the leadership of its new owner, Michał Kiciński. While GOG’s mission remains unchanged, to make games live forever, the company can now pursue this goal with greater vigour.
GOG sells DRM-free on its storefront and ensures that all of its games run on modern versions of Windows. With its GOG Preservation Program, the company has even updated and improved legacy titles to make them playable on modern hardware. This approach is unlike Steam, which currently sells many games that aren’t compatible with modern OS’s without fan-made updates or mods.
GOG GALAXY is our desktop client and ecosystem hub – the place where players manage their libraries, connect with the community, and access features that go far beyond a store. Today, it delivers experience on Windows and macOS, but Linux is the next major frontier.
We’re looking for a Senior Engineer who will help shape GOG GALAXY’s architecture, tooling, and development standards with Linux in mind from day one. At the same time, GOG GALAXY is a long-lived product with a large and complex C++ codebase. The challenge is twofold:
- evolve and modernize the codebase while maintaining stability for millions of players
- design solutions that scale across platforms, system configurations, and features
We’re looking for someone who wants real ownership – a person who enjoys working close to the operating system, understands cross-platform trade-offs, and cares about how technical decisions translate into the player experience.
If you’re excited about building complex desktop software, shaping a Linux platform strategy, and having a tangible impact on a product used by millions of gamers, this role was created for you.
– GOG
Linux is a part of GOG’s 2026 strategy
GOG fans have been asking for a dedicated Linux client for some time. Now, it is clear that a Linux version of GOG Galaxy is part of the company’s 2026 strategy. However, it remains unclear when GOG Galaxy’s Linux version will be released. Furthermore, it is unclear how this Linux version will work. Will GOG’s games use Wine or Proton to work on Linux? Will GOG Galaxy be as easy to use as Valve’s SteamOS UI?
You can join the discussion on GOG’s Linux ambitions on the OC3D Forums.
