Game industry lobby group that argued against preservation efforts from libraries is now pushing back on Stop Killing Games, saying it could prevent 'new games, features, and technology'
Your occasional reminder that the Entertainment Software Association is not your friend.
Your occasional reminder that the Entertainment Software Association is not your friend.
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