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Let’s make games open source, so future generations can enjoy them (jairajdevadiga.com)

submitted 4 months ago by JairajDevadiga@lemmy.world to c/opensourcegames@lemmy.ml

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A lot of old games have become unplayable on modern hardware and operating systems. I wrote an article about how making games open source will keep them playable far into the future.

I also discuss how making games open source could be beneficial to developers and companies.

Feedback and constructive criticism are most welcome, and in keeping with the open source spirit, I will give you credit if I make any edits based on your feedback.

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[–] MisterD@lemmy.ca 4 points 4 months ago (1 children)

But what about the profits?

Isn't this idea against the rules of acquisition?

(Yes, I'm comparing businessmen to Star Trek's Ferengi. There's no difference in their behavior)

[–] JairajDevadiga@lemmy.world 4 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago)

You joke, but developers can make profits with open source. The final part of the article deals with this issue.