Description of the association
{"ops":[{"insert":"The National Video Game Conservatory (CNJV), founded in 2016, is a French association dedicated to the preservation, archiving, and promotion of the national video game heritage. Faced with the rapid evolution of the video game industry, the CNJV is committed to safeguarding the processes of creation, production, and distribution of games, complementing initiatives focused on the conservation of physical hardware such as consoles and games.\n\nThe main missions of the CNJV include:\nCollection and preservation: Gathering industrial and personal archives, including design documents, developer testimonies, and elements related to creation methods, to prevent the irreversible loss of valuable information about the history of video games in France."},{"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Research and documentation: Facilitating the study of technological and creative developments in the sector by making these archives available to researchers, students, and enthusiasts, thereby contributing to a better understanding of the video game industry."},{"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"Outreach and promotion: Organizing symposiums, conferences, and exhibitions to raise awareness among the general public and professionals about the importance of video game heritage, while fostering exchanges between various stakeholders in the field."},{"insert":"\n"},{"insert":"\nAmong the notable initiatives of the CNJV is the regular organization of national symposiums bringing together experts, creators, and researchers to discuss topics related to the history and conservation of video games. For example, the sixth symposium addressed themes such as the evolution of graphics and intellectual property in the video game domain.\n\nThe CNJV benefits from the support of various institutions and professional associations, including the Syndicate of Leisure Software Publishers (SELL) and the National Video Game Syndicate (SNJV), which recognize the importance of the conservatory's mission for preserving the collective memory of video games in France.\n\nBy joining the CNJV, members actively contribute to the safeguarding of French video game heritage, participate in enriching events, and gain access to a rich knowledge base about the video game industry. The conservatory remains a key player in promoting and transmitting video game culture to future generations.\n"}]}
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