Empty is a puzzle-focused indie title available across multiple platforms including web browsers, PC, and mobile devices since its 2016 release. The game has maintained a presence as a DRM-free title, aligning with broader conversations around game preservation in the indie space. Recently, attention has turned toward a revival effort, with reports indicating the game is receiving updates and returning to active development later this year, suggesting renewed interest in preserving and improving this cross-platform indie offering.
Could this be the unlikeliest video game revival of 2026? If I were to mention the words "DRM-Free" and "preservation," the first thing to spring to mind would likely be GOG, the digital storefront previously owned by the Polish company CD Projekt. It's worth highlighting, though…