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fromGameSpot
1 week ago

A Final Fantasy 9 Remake Sounds Disastrous, But Could Prove An Important Point About Modern Video Games

Concerns arise over the remake of Final Fantasy IX due to previous remastering and industry attitudes towards game preservation.
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

John Wick Hex will be delisted from all platforms on July 17

Big Fan Games announced that John Wick Hex will be delisted from all platforms on July 17, although those who previously acquired it can still download it.
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fromPolygon
3 weeks ago

This is the ultimate rebuke of studios killing their online games

The Stop Killing Games movement seeks to prevent the remote disabling of video games by the publishers, providing reasonable means to continue functioning without publisher involvement.
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fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago
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Lobbying Group Says Stop Killing Games' Petition Would Make Games "Prohibitively Expensive To Create"

fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago
Video games

Lobbying Group Says Stop Killing Games' Petition Would Make Games "Prohibitively Expensive To Create"

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fromEngadget
1 month ago

Devil May Cry and the early Mortal Kombat games join GOG's Preservation Program

GOG's Preservation Program doubles its game count to 183, focusing on ensuring classic titles remain playable for future generations.
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fromKotaku
5 months ago
Video games

Incredible Horror Shooter F.E.A.R. Just $1 As GOG Races To Save Monolith's Old Games

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fromVG247
7 months ago

Warcraft 1 and Warcraft 2 are set to be pulled from GOG, but the storefront says it'll be sticking to its plans to preserve them

GOG will continue to support Warcraft 1 and 2 despite their delisting to ensure compatibility and seamless user experience.
Video games
fromVG247
8 months ago

GOG is launching a new preservation program, and it looks like good news for PC folks who love playing classics without having to mess around

GOG launches a preservation program to ensure classic games run on modern hardware.
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fromKotaku
5 months ago

Incredible Horror Shooter F.E.A.R. Just $1 As GOG Races To Save Monolith's Old Games

GOG is adding Monolith Productions' game FEAR to its preservation program following Warner Bros' closure of the studio.
fromVG247
7 months ago
Video games

Warcraft 1 and Warcraft 2 are set to be pulled from GOG, but the storefront says it'll be sticking to its plans to preserve them

fromVG247
8 months ago
Video games

GOG is launching a new preservation program, and it looks like good news for PC folks who love playing classics without having to mess around

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fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Switch 2 Game Key Cards Are "Digital Sales" According To Capcom

Capcom has stated that for them, Game Key Cards are considered digital sales, creating ambiguity regarding the classification of game formats across the industry.
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fromEngadget
2 months ago

Chaotic deliveries, colorful co-op action RPGs and other new indie games worth checking out

Indie journal publisher Lost in Cult launches Editions, focusing on physical game releases prioritizing preservation with no updates required, premium limited editions planned.
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fromKotaku
2 months ago

The Most Beautiful Magazine In Gaming Joins The Fight To Save Physical Games

Lost In Cult aims to preserve physical gaming by releasing carefully crafted editions of indie titles.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Microsoft adds over 50 'Retro Classics' to Game Pass

Microsoft's new "Retro Classics" collection on Game Pass includes over 50 retro games from the '80s and '90s, showcasing a commitment to game preservation.
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fromPolygon
2 months ago

Xbox Game Pass takes a page from Nintendo's playbook, adds a ton of retro games

Xbox Game Pass introduces Retro Classics, expanding access to classic Activision games across various platforms.
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fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Lost In Play Is Releasing New Physical Editions Of Games With Offline Play And No Hidden Catches

Lost in Cult is innovating game preservation with limited physical releases featuring original art and complete game experiences.
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fromKotaku
2 months ago

Fallout 1 & 2 Source Code Still Exists, Despite Orders To Destroy It

The source code for Fallout and Fallout 2 was saved by Rebecca Heineman despite orders to destroy it.
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fromKotaku
3 months ago

One Of The Most Overlooked RPG Franchises Deserves A Comeback Now That It's Finally On PC Again

Breath of Fire IV has been revived on GOG, making the classic RPG accessible to new players after over a decade.
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

A begrudging defense of Nintendo's "Game-Key cards" for the Switch 2

Normally, the physical copy of a game is playable right out of the box—this saves time and internal storage space. However, Game-Key cards require full downloads each time they are used.
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fromEngadget
4 months ago

Sony has been backing up its PS5 game builds as part of a preservation effort

Sony's Preservation team has created the PlayStation Studios Vault to safeguard 30 years of gaming history, housing extensive documentation and media.
The Vault is actively collecting and storing significant artifacts related to PlayStation game development, showcasing the importance of preserving gaming history.
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fromKotaku
4 months ago

Silent Hill 4, Deus Ex And F.E.A.R. Among Latest Games To Enter GOG's Preservation Program

GOG's Preservation Program ensures classic games can be played on modern machines indefinitely.
fromKotaku
4 months ago

Long-Lost Xenosaga Spin-Off Has Been Recovered And Shared Online 21 Years Later

Xenosaga: Pied Piper has been recovered and is set for fan translation, marking a significant addition to the Xenosaga series.
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fromGameSpot
5 months ago

EA Releases Full Source Code For Multiple Command & Conquer Titles

EA has released the source code for four classic Command & Conquer games, supporting modding and video game preservation.
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fromPolygon
5 months ago

FEAR is one of Monolith's best titles, and it's just $1 on PC

Warner Bros. Games' decision to close Monolith Productions brings attention to the studio's influential legacy, particularly with games like F.E.A.R.
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fromWIRED
5 months ago

Xbox Pushes Ahead With New Generative AI. Developers Say 'Nobody Will Want This'

Microsoft's Muse AI aims to enhance game development and preservation, but faces skepticism from developers.
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