Redump

is a community-driven disc preservation database. Its goal is to verify that a digital backup of a game or software is an exact replica of the original physical media.

A includes all of this. If you burn a Redump ISO to a high-quality disc, it will behave exactly like the original retail disc. redump

If you care about video game history, software preservation, or simply want to ensure your personal disc backups are flawless, Redump is the definitive reference. It's a testament to what volunteer archivists can achieve: a meticulous, verified, and freely accessible catalog of our optical media heritage. is a community-driven disc preservation database

Redump sets itself apart through rigorous, "perfect" dumping standards: redump.org • Main page If you burn a Redump ISO to a

Redump images typically come in one of two formats:

Redump operates in a legal gray area. The project's focus on accuracy and verification, along with its aim to serve as a preservation and research tool, distances it from illegal activities like piracy. However, the project navigates complex copyright laws:

If a Redump doesn't work in an emulator, it is usually an emulator setting issue, not the file. Because Redumps contain copy protection, older emulators (or emulators that rely on cracked/patched versions) might crash.