Historians claim that 87 percent of games released before 2010 are considered “critically endangered” regarding accessibility.
We really gave it our all, I can’t see what else we could have done.
Preservationists counter that this stance is absolutist and harmful to research and historical documentation.
However, the foundation hasn’t given up the fight.
It vowed to continue advocating for greater access and legal allowances for video game preservation.
The DMCA exemption rules undergo a triennial review process.
So, advocates can petition for this exemption again in 2027.
