GOG Galaxy is the official client of GOG (formerly Good Old Games), allowing you to download and play all video games purchased through this service. Of course, you can also purchase games from the store integrated into the client itself.

GOG Galaxy’s main function is to make life easier for its users. So, like Steam, you’ll receive automatic updates for all your installed video games. This was unnecessary in older games, but very interesting in modern releases like The Witcher 3.

You can access the GOG.com forums from GOG Galaxy and chat directly with other friends connected to the service. Additionally, within each game’s tab in the library, you can view and download all additional content, including manuals, maps, illustrations, and soundtracks.

GOG Galaxy is a very interesting game client for GOG users. And that’s precisely because, unlike Steam and Origin, playing a video game isn’t mandatory. In other words, you can use GOG Galaxy if you want, but you can also choose not to use it if you don’t have internet access or simply don’t feel like opening it.