Michał Kiciński Acquires GOG From CD PROJEKT — DRM-Free Future

• Michał Kiciński, co-founder of CD PROJEKT, has purchased 100% of GOG for PLN 90.7 million.
• GOG will continue to operate independently and preserve its DRM‑free philosophy.
• CD PROJEKT and GOG signed a distribution agreement to release future CD PROJEKT RED titles on GOG.
• The acquisition is fully financed by Kiciński and does not involve sale of his CD PROJEKT shares.

Deal overview

On December 29, 2025, Michał Kiciński, co‑founder of CD PROJEKT and GOG, completed the acquisition of 100% of GOG sp. z o.o. for PLN 90.7 million.

The transaction returns the DRM‑free digital storefront to one of its original architects, with Kiciński financing the deal through committed funding at closing.

Background and positioning

GOG launched in 2008 and built a reputation as a leading DRM‑free games distributor focused on preserving classic titles and ensuring purchased games “belong to you — forever.”

For more than 17 years the service operated within the CD PROJEKT Group and worked closely with CD PROJEKT RED to bring hits such as The Witcher series and Cyberpunk 2077 to players worldwide.

Why the sale matters

Kiciński framed the move as a return to the platform’s founding values: freedom, independence and game ownership. “From the very beginning, GOG has always been built on strong values and clear principles,” he said.

GOG’s DRM‑free stance distinguishes it in an increasingly locked‑down market and signals continued focus on preserving playable classics and supporting developers with retro or timeless sensibilities.

Transaction details

The acquisition did not require Kiciński to sell any of his CD PROJEKT shares. CD PROJEKT and GOG also negotiated a distribution agreement that specifies future cooperation and commits to making upcoming CD PROJEKT RED releases available on GOG.

GoodGame Advisors LLC served as financial advisor to CD PROJEKT for the transaction.

Leadership and roadmap

Maciej Gołębiewski, Managing Director of GOG, said the company and Kiciński share a mission to “revive classics, keep them playable on modern PCs, and help great games find their audience over time.”

Kiciński said he’s personally involved in several retro‑inspired titles that will appear on GOG in 2026, underscoring a roadmap that mixes classic preservation with new releases that echo old‑school design.

What’s next

CD PROJEKT said the sale allows it to focus on an “ambitious development roadmap” while maintaining distribution ties with GOG. The community can expect continued availability of major CD PROJEKT titles on the platform.

The acquisition positions GOG to double down on its niche: DRM‑free distribution, classic game preservation, and curation of retro‑minded new releases under the stewardship of a founder deeply invested in the project’s original vision.