Almost all classic US video games 'critically endangered'
Many of the games released in the USA that we grew up with and love are out of print, which is a bummer for those keen to preserve and chronicle the nation's computing past.87 percent of classic games published in America are"critically endangered.
We're told this means various old video games tend to dwell in private collections, museums, and libraries, requiring physical access. This isn't great for researching history. One of the largest archives of titles is maintained by the Strong National Museum of Play, which was founded by wealthy philanthropist Margaret Woodbury Strong. It's a valuable resource, though you'll need to fly to Rochester, New York, if you want to delve into the collection.
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