GOG Discusses Game Preservation and Mod Support in 2026 Update
GOG shares insights on game preservation, one-click mod support, and partnerships with companies like Capcom and Square Enix in a new 2026 interview.
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Thief Receives GOG Preservation Update Ahead of Nightdive Remaster
GOG has released a mini-remaster for the classic stealth game Thief, providing technical improvements ahead of the upcoming Nightdive Studios remaster.
RPCS3 Emulator Hits 75% Playability Milestone for PS3 Library
The RPCS3 development team confirms that 75% of the PlayStation 3 library is now playable on PC, marking a major milestone in game preservation.
Brazil Proposes Digital Games Ownership Bill Following Sony Disc Exit
A new Brazilian bill seeks to enforce digital game ownership and preservation standards, requiring offline support or refunds when servers shut down.
Stop Killing Games Movement Inspires New Legislation in Brazil
A new video game preservation bill, PL 3612/2026, has been filed in Brazil, drawing direct inspiration from the Stop Killing Games campaign.
Tales Series Mobile Spin-Offs See New Preservation Breakthrough
Three rare Tales of Mobile titles have been recovered by preservationists, allowing fans to access previously lost Japanese feature phone games.
John Romero Calls for id Software Preservation After Xbox Layoffs
Doom co-founder John Romero urges the preservation of id Software’s history following reports that nearly half of the studio's staff were laid off by Xbox.
Square Enix Responds to Questions on Original Game Preservation
Square Enix addresses concerns about maintaining access to original game versions as physical media support declines.
Square Enix Addresses Game Preservation and Service Closures
Square Enix responds to shareholder questions on game preservation, citing YouTube cutscene archives and livestreams as current methods for inactive titles.
Preservationist Warns Piracy May Be Only Path for Future Game Access
Video Game History Foundation director Frank Cifaldi warns that as Sony ends physical media, piracy may become the only way to preserve games.
Sony to End Physical Discs by 2028: What This Means for Ownership
Sony plans to phase out physical media for PlayStation by 2028. Preservationists and industry experts weigh in on the implications for ownership and access.
Sony to Stop Printing Physical Game Discs by 2028
Sony confirms it will cease physical game production by 2028. The Video Game History Foundation warns this shift threatens long-term digital game preservation.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Physical Box Will Not Include a Disc
Rockstar Games confirms the physical edition of Grand Theft Auto 6 will contain a code instead of a game disc, sparking concerns over ownership and game preservation.
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SEGA Veteran Cataloguing 4,500 Titles for Modern Preservation
SEGA developer Yosuke Okunari is building a database of over 4,500 games with the goal of making the company's entire history playable on modern hardware.
This Policy Doesn't Reflect How Games Actually Work Today: Stop Killing Games Gets Big Win
The Stop Killing Games initiative secures a major legal victory in 2026, challenging industry standards on server shutdowns and digital game preservation.
GOG Preservation Program Expands with POSTAL and Redneck Rampage in 2026
The GOG Preservation Program adds POSTAL 1, POSTAL 2, Hatred, and the Redneck Rampage Collection to its library of supported classic PC titles in 2026.
Stop Killing Games Gains Momentum After Bill Passes California Assembly
California bill AB-1921, the Protect Our Games Act, has passed the State Assembly. Discover what this means for video game preservation and consumer rights in 2026.
California Bill AB 1921 Advances: A New Era for Gaming News and Preservation
California bill AB 1921 moves closer to law, potentially requiring developers to maintain online games or offer refunds. Read the latest gaming news here.
Metro 2033 and Last Light Complete Edition Join GOG Preservation Program
The original Metro 2033 and Metro: Last Light Complete Edition are now part of the GOG Preservation Program, ensuring long-term availability on modern PC hardware.
Stop Killing Games: California AB-1921 Bill Sparks Industry Debate (2026)
The Stop Killing Games movement faces industry pushback as California considers AB-1921, a bill requiring game preservation or refunds for discontinued titles.
Cartoon Network Flash Games Preserved Online By Johnny Flores Jr in 2026
Explore how 44 classic Cartoon Network Flash games have been restored for modern browsers in 2026, a preservation effort detailed by Johnny Flores Jr.
Sony Confirms Lofty Preservation Efforts Are Not Stopping Anytime Soon
Sony has reaffirmed its commitment to game preservation in 2026, confirming that legacy support and infrastructure initiatives are not stopping anytime soon.
GOG Adds Polish Classics to Preservation Program in 2026 Sale
GOG expands its Preservation Program with iconic Polish titles. Discover the latest updates and sale details for PC gamers in our 2026 report.
Microsoft Releases 86-DOS 1.00 Source Code for 2026 Retro Preservation
Microsoft has released the 86-DOS 1.00 kernel source code and PC-DOS 1.00 snapshots. Learn how to access this software archaeology for retro computing in 2026.
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GOG Discusses Game Preservation and Mod Support in 2026 Update
GOG shares insights on game preservation, one-click mod support, and partnerships with companies like Capcom and Square Enix in a new 2026 interview.
Thief Receives GOG Preservation Update Ahead of Nightdive Remaster
GOG has released a mini-remaster for the classic stealth game Thief, providing technical improvements ahead of the upcoming Nightdive Studios remaster.
Brazil Proposes Digital Games Ownership Bill Following Sony Disc Exit
A new Brazilian bill seeks to enforce digital game ownership and preservation standards, requiring offline support or refunds when servers shut down.
Tales Series Mobile Spin-Offs See New Preservation Breakthrough
Three rare Tales of Mobile titles have been recovered by preservationists, allowing fans to access previously lost Japanese feature phone games.