Gaming
How to Store Old Game Discs and Cartridges Safely
Old games can remain playable for decades, but preserving them requires stable conditions, careful handling and a plan for the hardware and data needed to access them.
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preservation
3 published articles
Preservation explores the methods and values behind protecting places, objects, records, and knowledge for future generations. The topic spans conservation practice, cultural heritage, archival care, environmental stewardship, and the policy choices that shape what endures. Publish Nexus provides clear context on the principles, debates, and practical approaches involved.
Gaming
Xbox Helix Could Unite Every Xbox Game Generation
A leaked Microsoft presentation suggests Project Helix could unite games from every Xbox generation, but publisher permissions and expiring licences may determine how close that ambition comes to reality.
Gaming
Physical Games Increasingly Depend on Downloads
A new preservation-focused dataset highlights a real dependence on post-launch downloads, but its findings also show why “unplayable offline” and “not complete on disc” should not be treated as the same thing.