What strikes me most is how game archives can serve as a historical tool. These games aren’t just entertainment; they represent the values, creativity, and technological advancements of their time. Games like The Legend of Zelda and Street Fighter shaped the entertainment industry and had social impacts that are still felt today. Preserving these games allows us to understand not only the gaming culture but also the cultural shifts in America during the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Without these archives, we could lose the digital history that has shaped the current world of entertainment and media.