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Legacy Games Store to Cease Operations by February 2027, Ending 'Forever' Ownership Promise
gaming7 days ago

Legacy Games Store to Cease Operations by February 2027, Ending 'Forever' Ownership Promise

Legacy Games, a digital storefront known for selling bundles of indie and casual titles, has announced it will shut down completely by February 28, 2027. The closure invalidates its marketing claim that purchased games are 'yours to keep forever,' as users must download and install their libraries before the deadline to retain access. While the store served over one million customers with low-cost bundles, the shutdown highlights the fragility of digital ownership when platforms disappear.

Nintendo's Switch 2 Game Cards: Storage Expansion and Consumer Feedback
technology1 year ago

Nintendo's Switch 2 Game Cards: Storage Expansion and Consumer Feedback

Nintendo's Switch 2 is introducing game-key cards that act as download links rather than full physical copies, raising concerns about game ownership, preservation, and DRM. Critics argue this shift favors digital control over true ownership, risking the loss of access if servers go offline or if physical tokens are lost, potentially marking the end of physical game ownership for many players.