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From: | Ruben Rodriguez |
Subject: | Re: [GNU-linux-libre] Adding some scummvm game(s) to the "List of software that does not respect the Free System Distribution Guidelines" |
Date: | Fri, 14 Jul 2023 19:37:21 -0400 |
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On 7/11/23 01:36, bill-auger wrote:
On Mon, 10 Jul 2023 22:36:31 -0400 Richard wrote:However, having looked ath those games' license, I see it is nonfree. So my decision is to state this policy: We urge free distros not to include ScummVM because does not contribute anything significant to the free software commuity.if those four games are all non-free, the suggestion will most likely never apply to any distro, because it singles out that one specific and very unpopular program - scummvm is nearly unknown, even to gamers - that statement will only become less relevant over time
Scummvm is a very well known, very popular engine/emulator. It has been ported to most operating systems and game consoles, it is available on all app stores including f-droid, and it is a staple of retro gaming.
This thread is getting ridiculous.
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