@AlbertXi I agree that it would be great for a GOG-like service for console games, but even they aren't perfect. I just did Starfleet Command for my program recently and they had it there. But if I wanted to do either of the sequels or when I did Bridge Commander, they aren't available. The challenge is deciding which games to make available, do we choose popularity, ease of access to old copies, ignore licensing deals?
Like I said, I like the idea, but there needs to be more for overall preservation and research. I have to bootleg some titles I want to cover, but I always try to find a legal option that doesn't break the bank on resellers.
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Re: Feature: What Does Nintendo's Shutdown Of ROM-Sharing Sites Mean For Video Game Preservation?
@AlbertXi I agree that it would be great for a GOG-like service for console games, but even they aren't perfect. I just did Starfleet Command for my program recently and they had it there. But if I wanted to do either of the sequels or when I did Bridge Commander, they aren't available. The challenge is deciding which games to make available, do we choose popularity, ease of access to old copies, ignore licensing deals?
Like I said, I like the idea, but there needs to be more for overall preservation and research. I have to bootleg some titles I want to cover, but I always try to find a legal option that doesn't break the bank on resellers.