roms
n. plural-only C2 Proficiency US //ˈɹɑmz// roms
n. digital copies of video game software that you can run on a computer or a special device. They are often used to play old games on modern hardware.
n. digital files containing the software code of a video game, typically extracted from original cartridges or discs. Often used in the context of retro gaming and emulation.
He downloaded several roms to play on his old computer.
The community maintains a large database of roms to ensure that classic arcade games remain playable on modern systems.
While the legal status of roms remains a contentious issue, many developers now release their own digital versions of classic titles to satisfy the demand for retro gaming experiences.