Bleem.net Returns
In a surprising turn of events, Bleem has resurrected not as an emulator but as a publisher of retro games and digital content. Eli Galindo, founder of Piko Interactive, acquired the Bleem name in 2018.
This new iteration of Bleem focuses on Bleem.net, described as a “nostalgia portal” that offers ROMs, physical releases, and more. They are also working to publish games like Rage of the Dragons for modern systems.
Key Points
- Original Bleem was known for emulating PlayStation games on PCs in the late 1990s and had legal battles with Sony.
- The company closed in 2001 due to high legal costs but has now shifted gears into publishing and digital distribution.
What Does This Mean for Retro Gaming?
With the rise of nostalgia platforms like Bleem.net, it’s clear there’s a growing interest in reliving classic gaming experiences. However, this also raises questions about the future of emulation and the legality surrounding these practices.
In your opinion, will Bleem.net’s resurgence help breathe new life into retro gaming or exacerbate existing legal issues?
Previously, the site had some info on the project, but for some years now, it has been in this current “coming soon” state. Makes me wonder if Nintendo preemptively sued Piko Int./Bleem (sarcasm but not fully). But I also wonder, since this news piece has been released now all of sudden, if the Retro News people know something we don’t and, aligned to that, if perhaps Piko Int managed to sort whatever made them shut the site down in the first place and want to set some hype for a more definitive release.