Rare Video Game Artifact Destroyed by US Customs
A distressing unboxing video has surfaced, showcasing a historical video gaming artifact, one of only 50 known copies of Tsukhime Trial Edition, deliberately destroyed by US Customs and/or DHL. The original Windows 95/98 demo floppy disk was sliced into pieces, and its protective shell was twisted and torn almost beyond recognition.
What Happened to the Tsukhime Trial Edition?
The gamer and collector, Keripo, had ordered the rare game and shared a video of the unboxing, which clearly shows the destruction caused by the parcel checkers. The sender had taken due care in packaging the artwork and disk, using cardboard and bubble wrap to prevent damage.
However, when Keripo opened the parcel, they found that the floppy disk had been deliberately damaged, with the disk being sliced into pieces. The game cover art, on the other hand, seems to be intact.
Possible Reasons Behind the Destruction
One possible reason behind the destruction could be the ‘Adults Only’ notice on the game artwork, which may have triggered the parcel checkers to indulge in censorship. However, it is unclear whether this was the actual reason, and Keripo does not plan to pursue the matter further.
The destruction of this rare video game artifact has sparked outrage among gamers and collectors, who are calling for more care and attention to be taken when handling rare and valuable items.
Conclusion
The destruction of the Tsukhime Trial Edition demo disk is a sad reminder of the importance of handling rare and valuable items with care. As a community, we must come together to raise awareness about the importance of preserving gaming history and to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
If you are a gamer or collector, we encourage you to share your thoughts and experiences on this matter. Let’s work together to protect our gaming heritage and ensure that rare artifacts like the Tsukhime Trial Edition are preserved for future generations.
FAQs
- What is the Tsukhime Trial Edition? The Tsukhime Trial Edition is a rare demo disk for the visual novel style game series, Type-Moon.
- How many copies of the Tsukhime Trial Edition were produced? Only 50 copies of the Tsukhime Trial Edition were produced.
- What happened to the Tsukhime Trial Edition demo disk? The demo disk was deliberately destroyed by US Customs and/or DHL.
- Why was the Tsukhime Trial Edition demo disk destroyed? The reason behind the destruction is unclear, but it may have been due to the ‘Adults Only’ notice on the game artwork.
- What can be done to prevent similar incidents in the future? Gamers and collectors can raise awareness about the importance of preserving gaming history and handling rare and valuable items with care.
