Nintendo of America invests in game preservation to save its history for “future generations”

Nintendo of America is hiring a digital archivist to organise and preserve records about its historical hardware and software. The role reflects a broader effort by game companies to safeguard the development history behind their games, which can otherwise be difficult to find or lost.

The 12-month contract will establish standards for a searchable archive of technical records, engineering documents, source materials and institutional knowledge. The archivist will also interview experienced staff to record their knowledge as veteran developers approach retirement. Such archives are generally intended for internal use, though preserved materials may inform future development or appear as extras in remasters.