The US Copyright Office has rejected a proposal to adjust DMCA rules to allow video game preservation, despite a three-year effort by the Video Game History Foundation (VGHF) to protect gaming history. According to the VGHF, nearly 87% of games released before 2010 are effectively inaccessible, largely due to outdated technology and shifting consumer trends. The Copyright Office sided with the Entertainment Software Association, citing a need for strict access control to prevent potential market risks. Is this the end of the road for game preservation efforts, or will the push continue?
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