@-wc- it doesn’t really affect anybody, but I do think there’s something morally wrong with thinking you’re entitled to get something for free that other people paid for/you had an opportunity to pay for.
You could also argue that buying used games (instead of pirating) helps to keep stores that sell physical games around, I suppose, but I don’t know how much that actually matters. Plus, it doesn’t mean much when it comes to games that were digital only anyway.
@-wc- if you want to download a bunch of old NES games, SNES games, etc. instead of paying some dude on eBay hundreds of dollars, sure. It’s not for me, but do whatever you want to do. I have a real problem with people applying this to 3DS and Wii U games, though. People like me heard about the eShop closing, looked into what we wanted to buy and made our purchases. People deciding to just wait it out and download free games, pretending it’s ok just because the shop closed down when you had plenty of time to make legal purchases, is really lame. Why should you get free games that other people just paid for?
@RadioHedgeFund they're losing out on money because a bunch of people apparently decided to wait for the shop to close so they could steal games instead of paying for them when they had a chance to.
Outside of a bit of original hardware, I own an Evercade VS and an Evercade EXP, along with every cartridge they have released. I own the NES Classic, SNES Classic, Genesis Mini, Genesis Mini 2 and PC Engine Mini. I buy tons of retro game collections/releases on modern hardware. I'm a big supporter of "ethical emulation".
I also never download roms/emulators. Some of it is because I have no clue what I'm doing. Some of it is because I just don't like "fake owning" things. And some of it is because yeah, I think it's wrong. Certainly when it comes to games that are fairly easily accessible legally, anyway. I do think it's kinda funny that paying some dude on eBay hundreds of dollars for an old game is somehow better than just downloading a rom, but hey, I don't make the rules.
Having said all of that, there's clearly a problem here, and I don't know the solution. I'm definitely willing to give companies money for old games, but there are a ton of games that I just can't do this with. I usually just say "eh, can't play it-whatever, I have enough to play", but is that right? I don't know. I'm no preservationist, I'm just a guy who likes games. I really, really love what Evercade is doing-I'm hopeful that they can continue to bring back lots of games that have disappeared, but even then, I don't see it happening with much licensed stuff. Weird topic.
If they want to make some money, how about actually making it possible to buy that 50th anniversary Flashback console that apparently exists?
Too bad about the VCS. I've been tempted to buy it so many times (especially right now with it being $239 for the "all in package" on Atari's website), though I couldn't tell you why. Looks cool, I guess? I don't know. Neat idea, just so expensive for what (I think) it is.
Can't wait to get mine! I finally got in on the whole Evercade thing a few months ago by picking up the VS, and I absolutely love it. Having an awesome handheld version to go along with it is going to be great (even if I'm more of a "play on TV" guy). Really excited for the new collections, too.
Been playing a ton of Evercade stuff. Trying to wrap up Tanglewood before I start the Alwa/Cathedral cart. Fortunately(?) something happened to my delivery and it didn’t come yesterday, so I have a little extra time. I’m sure I’ll get some Sensible Soccer in too.
Been playing my Genesis Mini 2 a bit too…still a long way to go in Rainbow Islands!
Oh, and my son recently discovered my SMB Game & Watch, so I’ve been playing that with him too. Him shouting out “AGAIN?!” every time we are told the Princess is in another castle is the best ha. We paused it when we got to 8-4 last night. He’s gonna love what happens next.
My one year old has a Fisher Price video game controller toy. I was very pleased to find that whoever made it knows their stuff-you get a special “you win” sound if you press the buttons for the Konami code. Super cool.
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Re: Now's The Time To Hack Your 3DS
@-wc- it doesn’t really affect anybody, but I do think there’s something morally wrong with thinking you’re entitled to get something for free that other people paid for/you had an opportunity to pay for.
You could also argue that buying used games (instead of pirating) helps to keep stores that sell physical games around, I suppose, but I don’t know how much that actually matters. Plus, it doesn’t mean much when it comes to games that were digital only anyway.
Re: Now's The Time To Hack Your 3DS
@-wc- if you want to download a bunch of old NES games, SNES games, etc. instead of paying some dude on eBay hundreds of dollars, sure. It’s not for me, but do whatever you want to do. I have a real problem with people applying this to 3DS and Wii U games, though. People like me heard about the eShop closing, looked into what we wanted to buy and made our purchases. People deciding to just wait it out and download free games, pretending it’s ok just because the shop closed down when you had plenty of time to make legal purchases, is really lame. Why should you get free games that other people just paid for?
Re: Now's The Time To Hack Your 3DS
@RadioHedgeFund they're losing out on money because a bunch of people apparently decided to wait for the shop to close so they could steal games instead of paying for them when they had a chance to.
Re: Castlevania Fans, Take Note - Crypt Of Dracula On Mega Drive Looks Fang-Tastic
I’d play it if they put it on Evercade.
Re: Talking Point: Where Do You Stand On "Ethical Emulation"?
Outside of a bit of original hardware, I own an Evercade VS and an Evercade EXP, along with every cartridge they have released. I own the NES Classic, SNES Classic, Genesis Mini, Genesis Mini 2 and PC Engine Mini. I buy tons of retro game collections/releases on modern hardware. I'm a big supporter of "ethical emulation".
I also never download roms/emulators. Some of it is because I have no clue what I'm doing. Some of it is because I just don't like "fake owning" things. And some of it is because yeah, I think it's wrong. Certainly when it comes to games that are fairly easily accessible legally, anyway. I do think it's kinda funny that paying some dude on eBay hundreds of dollars for an old game is somehow better than just downloading a rom, but hey, I don't make the rules.
Having said all of that, there's clearly a problem here, and I don't know the solution. I'm definitely willing to give companies money for old games, but there are a ton of games that I just can't do this with. I usually just say "eh, can't play it-whatever, I have enough to play", but is that right? I don't know. I'm no preservationist, I'm just a guy who likes games. I really, really love what Evercade is doing-I'm hopeful that they can continue to bring back lots of games that have disappeared, but even then, I don't see it happening with much licensed stuff. Weird topic.
Re: Atari And MyArcade Are Launching A New Home Console This Year
Definitely intrigued by this Game Station thing. Looking forward to hearing more!
Re: Atari's Revived VCS Has Flopped, And Now It Needs More Cash
If they want to make some money, how about actually making it possible to buy that 50th anniversary Flashback console that apparently exists?
Too bad about the VCS. I've been tempted to buy it so many times (especially right now with it being $239 for the "all in package" on Atari's website), though I couldn't tell you why. Looks cool, I guess? I don't know. Neat idea, just so expensive for what (I think) it is.
Re: 'Anniversary Wonder Boy Collection' Gets A Digital Release Next Year
This is great news. I'll definitely be getting this! Glad I was too annoyed to purchase the lame version.
Re: Evercade EXP - Superior In Every Way That Matters
Can't wait to get mine! I finally got in on the whole Evercade thing a few months ago by picking up the VS, and I absolutely love it. Having an awesome handheld version to go along with it is going to be great (even if I'm more of a "play on TV" guy). Really excited for the new collections, too.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 5th)
Been playing a ton of Evercade stuff. Trying to wrap up Tanglewood before I start the Alwa/Cathedral cart. Fortunately(?) something happened to my delivery and it didn’t come yesterday, so I have a little extra time. I’m sure I’ll get some Sensible Soccer in too.
Been playing my Genesis Mini 2 a bit too…still a long way to go in Rainbow Islands!
Oh, and my son recently discovered my SMB Game & Watch, so I’ve been playing that with him too. Him shouting out “AGAIN?!” every time we are told the Princess is in another castle is the best ha. We paused it when we got to 8-4 last night. He’s gonna love what happens next.
Re: The Creator Of The World's Most Famous Cheat Code Has Died
Sad to hear.
My one year old has a Fisher Price video game controller toy. I was very pleased to find that whoever made it knows their stuff-you get a special “you win” sound if you press the buttons for the Konami code. Super cool.