GOG GALAXY

by GOG · Gaming

FreeWindowsMac

Launcher for DRM-free GOG games that can show other libraries too.

Official download from gog.com (opens in a new tab)

Opens gog.com, GOG's own site. No mirror, no bundle.

Overview

What is GOG GALAXY?

GOG GALAXY installs and updates DRM-free games bought on GOG and can integrate libraries from other platforms in one view. The client is optional: GOG games can also be downloaded as offline installers.

Key features

  • DRM-free game installs
  • Unified library from other stores
  • Cloud saves
  • Optional client

Best for

  • Classic and DRM-free games
  • One library for all stores
  • Offline installers

Included in starter kits

Install

How to install GOG GALAXY

  1. 1Open the official GOG GALAXY download page on gog.com.
  2. 2Pick the build for your system (Windows, Mac; check x64, ARM or Apple silicon where offered).
  3. 3Run the installer and read each screen; decline anything you did not ask for.
  4. 4Keep it updated from the app's own updater or your package manager.

Install from the command line

  • Windows · winget

    winget install --id GOG.Galaxy -e --source winget

  • Mac · Homebrew

    brew install --cask gog-galaxy

Package IDs checked against the public winget, Homebrew and Flathub repositories on 1 Nov 2026. Build a script for several apps.

Safety

Download GOG GALAXY safely

  • Check the domain

    The real download lives on gog.com. Look-alike domains and search ads are the most common trap.

  • Skip mirrors

    Download portals can wrap installers in adware or old versions. You never need them for this app.

  • Verify if you can

    If the publisher lists a checksum, compare it with our in-browser checker before running the file.

  • Watch the installer

    Untick extras, browser changes or trials you did not ask for.

Open the checksum checker

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FAQ

GOG GALAXY questions

Where can I download GOG GALAXY safely?

Download GOG GALAXY only from GOG's official site at gog.com. Avoid mirror and "download portal" sites, which can bundle extra software with the installer.

Is GOG GALAXY free?

Yes. GOG GALAXY is free to download and use, though it is not open source.

Does GOG GALAXY work on Windows and Mac?

GOG GALAXY is available for Windows, Mac. Check GOG's download page for exact system requirements and whether your processor (x64, ARM or Apple silicon) is supported.

Can I install GOG GALAXY from the command line?

Yes, with winget on Windows (winget install --id GOG.Galaxy -e); Homebrew on Mac (brew install --cask gog-galaxy). Package managers fetch the publisher's files and make updates easy.

What are good alternatives to GOG GALAXY?

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