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What Are Delisted Video Games?

Sometimes, video games disappear from digital stores so you can't buy them anymore. This is called being 'delisted.'

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List of delisted video games

List of delisted video games

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Key Facts

History

In the past, games were sold on physical discs or cartridges. Now, many games are digital. When digital stores close or contracts end, games can be taken down.

Examples

Some popular games like 'Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game' were once delisted, though some are brought back later!

Overview

A delisted game is a game that is no longer available to buy in online shops. Even if you can't buy it new, people who already own it can usually still play it.

Importance

It is important because it makes it harder for new players to find and enjoy older games that aren't sold in stores anymore.

How It Works

Companies have agreements to use music, characters, or sports teams in games. When those agreements expire, the company must stop selling the game.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean when a video game is delisted?+
A delisted game is one that has been removed from digital stores so you can't buy it anymore.
Why do some video games disappear from digital stores?+
Games can vanish because of legal or technical reasons that lead to their removal from online marketplaces.
How does digital distribution affect the availability of video games?+
Digital distribution changes how we buy games, but it also means games can vanish from storefronts unexpectedly.
Where can I find a list of delisted video games?+
The article doesn't give a list, but it explains that games can be removed from digital stores.
When might a video game be delisted?+
A game may be removed at any time if legal or technical factors change, making it disappear from the store.
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