Market Disruption: How to Get ROMs Now That Vimm’s Lair is Down Edition
The economic fallout from the closure of Vimm’s Lair, a popular ROM distribution site, has sent ripples through the emulation community. As ROM downloads decline, demand for alternative sources has surged, creating a lucrative market for competing distributors. This shift has prompted existing players to expand their offerings and new entrants to emerge, intensifying competition and driving down prices. However, legal concerns linger over the distribution of ROMs, which are protected by copyright law. Unless the legal landscape changes, the market for ROMs will likely remain volatile, with supply and demand subject to fluctuations in enforcement efforts.
