Why Are Staff at One of Australia’s National Institutions Playing Video Games on the Job?
The National Film and Sound Archive (NFSA) of Australia, renowned for preserving audiovisual heritage, is delving into video games and vintage consoles, aiming to document Australia's computer industry history. The project includes iconic games like the 1991 Neighbours video game. With a focus on games involving Australian creativity, the NFSA project aligns with a recent Australian government tax offset initiative to boost the local games industry. The NFSA emphasizes video games as vital cultural artifacts and plans to digitize games while tackling challenges related to preserving vintage technology for future generations.