Completion of Myrient Archive Transfer
The Save Myrient community has successfully completed the transfer of its extensive retro gaming archive, which encompasses a staggering 385 terabytes of data. The project’s mirror is now fully operational, ensuring that this treasure trove of gaming history is preserved for future access.
At the end of last month, administrators announced the impending closure of the gaming archive, scheduled for March 31, 2026. This decision stems from escalating server maintenance costs, limited funding, and the rising prices of computer components. The project creators candidly acknowledged their inability to sustain the online database in its current form.
While the website will indeed cease operations by the end of this month, a comprehensive backup of the resource has already been secured. Save Myrient is currently focused on generating torrents and ensuring their availability for users. A representative from the project emphasized that torrents are merely a temporary solution to maintain access to the archive.
Myrient has long served as a vital repository for quick access to ROM files utilized in video game emulation. These files often exist in a legally ambiguous space, making their distribution a complex issue. The service primarily catered to users seeking reliable downloads of verified ROM files for retro consoles, spanning systems as recent as the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Nintendo Wii U.
