WASHINGTON, October 25, 2024 – Today, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) released the following statement on the U.S. Copyright Office’s Triennial Rulemaking on Section 1201 of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA):
“We recognize the importance of preserving video games and protecting game hardware given their significance in culture and society. With today’s decision, the U.S. Copyright Office confirms that the current level of video game preservation is appropriate and recognizes that video games present unique copyright concerns that should always be taken into consideration. We thank the Library of Congress and the Copyright Office for supporting existing copyright protection, which is critical to increasing access to and inspiring new video game experiences for players, while also protecting artists and their creative works.“
