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Games have shaped culture for generations. We want to help preserve that history and keep it useful, accessible and alive.
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We want to preserve and tribute games 
Take a look inside the archive.
We are the ones who work at the archive.
Interested in
contributing to the archive?
The development of the archive is still in the early stages of a long-term journey. While the archive currently holds over 90,000 items, we are still far from representing every video game, accessory and gaming system in existence.
If you would like to contribute to the archive by selling or donating items, you are very welcome to get in touch. David Boström handles acquisition inquiries for the archive.
Whether you have a small or large number of games, consoles or accessories, we are interested in hearing from you if the items are not already represented in the archive.
Please contact David Boström at [email protected] or fill in the contact form here on the website.
Thanks!
At the moment, we are especially looking for larger complete, or near-complete, collections for formats that are not yet represented in the archive. Below are some examples of collections we are currently interested in acquiring.
- Large collections of PC/Mac big box games (all regions)
- Large collections of MSX games (all regions)
- Complete or near-complete set of Nintendo SNES (USA)
- Complete or near-complete set of Sony PlayStation 1/2 (Japan & USA)
- Complete or near-complete set of Microsoft Xbox and Xbox 360(Japan)
- Complete or near-complete set of NEC TurboGrafx-16/CD (USA)
- Complete or near-complete set of Nintendo N64 (Japan)
- Complete or near-complete set of Nintendo GameCube (Japan)
Also of interest:
Brazilian games, South Korean games, Taiwanese games
Why are we doing this?
The inspiration and initiative for the archive came from Embracer co-founder Lars Wingefors, a long-time games industry professional and passionate private collector. His personal collection formed the initial foundation of the archive, with the vision of giving these games a broader purpose and helping preserve the cultural heritage of gaming.
We believe that games are an important part of our shared cultural history. For decades, they have inspired creativity, shaped communities and influenced people and culture around the world. Games are not only entertainment, but also works of art and important cultural artefacts.
Our ambition is to contribute to the global effort to preserve gaming history by documenting, safeguarding and making physical games useful and accessible for future generations.
More questions?
More answers.
- What is the purpose of the archive?
Our mission is to build one of the world’s most comprehensive archives of physical video games and related objects. We want the archive to serve as a useful resource for the games industry, gaming culture, researchers and preservation initiatives.
- What types of items does the archive collect?
We collect physical video games, consoles, computers, accessories and related items released for the consumer market.
- Can I use the archive for research or documentation?
We are happy to collaborate with researchers, journalists, developers and initiatives working to preserve or document gaming history. If you have an inquiry, please contact us through the contact form on this website.
- How many items are currently held in the archive?
The archive currently holds over 90,000 objects, including games, consoles and accessories.
- Where is the archive based?
The archive is based in Karlstad, Sweden.
- Can I visit the archive?
We welcome inquiries and requests to visit the archive. We prioritize requests that contribute to gaming culture, gaming history, research, preservation or the games industry in meaningful ways.
Access is not automatic or unrestricted. Please submit a request through the contact form, and we will be happy to review it.
- I have a collection of video games that I want to sell/donate, who should I contact?
Please contact David Boström at [email protected], or use the contact form available on this website.
- Are there any photos or videos from the archive?
Please see the “Tour the Archive” section and our blog posts for a closer look at the archive. You can also follow us on YouTube, Instagram, X and Bluesky through the links provided on this website.
- Is the archive open to the public?
The archive is not open to the public on a drop-in basis. However, we welcome visit requests connected to research, preservation, exhibitions, documentation, education or the games industry.
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Embracer Games Archive is a part of Embracer Group - the parent company of businesses led by entrepreneurs in PC, console and mobile games, as well as other related media.
Publication Certificate 2023-028
Database name: embracergamesarchive.com
Provider (operator): Embracer Group Archive AB (559273-7976)
Responsible publisher: David Boström
