International Center for the History of Electronic Games
Arcades & Retro in Rochester, New York
Type: Preservation Org
ICHEG is the research and preservation arm of The Strong devoted to electronic games. It runs the Video Game Play Capture Project, which records gameplay from original hardware to preserve titles whose physical media will eventually fail. ICHEG also acquires and processes developer papers, design documents, and prototypes from across the industry. Based in Rochester, New York. Game preservation organizations work to keep games, hardware, and development history accessible - digitizing source code, restoring lost titles, archiving developer interviews, and advocating against the deletion of cultural artifacts. Many depend on memberships and grants. Check museumofplay.org for current hours, services, releases, or membership info.
Website: https://www.museumofplay.org/
Frequently asked
What is International Center for the History of Electronic Games?
ICHEG is the research and preservation arm of The Strong devoted to electronic games.
Where is International Center for the History of Electronic Games located?
International Center for the History of Electronic Games is located in Rochester, New York.
Does International Center for the History of Electronic Games have a website?
Yes — you can visit International Center for the History of Electronic Games at www.museumofplay.org.
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