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Pros
Pro Client is completely optional
You can either download games directly from the site or use their Steam-like client, GOG Galaxy.
Pro Money back regional pricing
GOG may charge more in some regions as publishers request so. But in those cases they give the extra cash back as credits for buying another game.
For example, the lowest price for the game is U$20 in US, but if in your region it costs U$30 they will give you U$10 back as credits for your next purchase.
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Con No Linux client (yet)
They say it's coming. And meanwhile you can still install Linux compatible games directly.
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Recommendations
GOG
Recommended 4 years ago
Good platform, consistent positive experience from support staff
Pro
DRM free as a rulePro
Seasonal salesPro
Money back regional pricingPro
Money-back guaranteePro
Client is completely optionalCon
No Linux client (yet)Pro
Occasional free gamesCon
Many games only for windows when they also have a native Linux versionCon
Linux games distributed as installation scriptsPro
Excellent supportGOG
Recommended 5 years ago
GOG.COM is hands-down the undisputed KING. the simple fact is they have the philosophy that once you download a purchase a game...you own it. Period. If you are like me, and enjoy tinkering, or constantly building, or upgrading your PC - you will install your favorite games on them to play. I have like 5...
GOG
Recommended 3 years ago
Pro
Seasonal salesPro
Client is completely optionalPro
Occasional free games