Stop Killing Games promotes the idea that video games should be protected from destruction as valuable cultural artifacts. The group argues for backup plans enabling games to remain playable, even if taken offline. While video games present unique preservation challenges, including player autonomy and online dynamics, past instances show multiplayer games can survive through private hosting. The initiative, launched in 2024, has garnered over one million signatures on a petition aimed at influencing UK government policy regarding video game preservation and potential European Consumer legislation.
Stop Killing Games advocates for the preservation of video games as essential cultural works, arguing for better protections against their permanent destruction.
Scott believes that even games with poor reviews, like Anthem, have value and a dedicated player base that deserve the chance to continue playing.
Despite the complexities involved due to video game dynamics, private hosting has allowed past multiplayer online games to survive without official company servers.
The petition launched by Stop Killing Games aims to influence the UK government to introduce consumer protection laws for video game preservation.
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