Epic Games endorses free download of classic Unreal titles for game preservation

Epic Games has officially allowed players to download the original Unreal and Unreal Tournament for free from the Internet Archive. This marks a shift in the company's approach to game preservation, as they endorse community-developed patches for modern PCs. Previously, these classic games were difficult to access, requiring original discs for play. While downloading them technically infringes copyright, Epic's recent communication confirms that users can freely link to and play these versions. This contrasts with other companies like Nintendo, which has taken a strict stance against sharing older games. In contrast, Epic's decision reflects a growing trend among some game developers to support the preservation of gaming history.