Still, they continue to face numerous challenges, from rigid copyright laws to a relative lack of recognition of the importance of preserving Flash games as such. As a result, groups of enthusiasts have been able to make significant progress in preserving Flash games. The threat of losing the legacy of Flash has provoked both reflection and action by online communities dedicated to animation and browser-based games, none more so than Newgrounds, the Web portal credited with popularizing Flash games at the turn of the century. This is particularly problematic for games, which cannot be easily converted into a more modern format. This means users will not be able to access the thousands of diverse creations powered by Flash, from animations to digital games. After December 2020, Adobe Flash, a technology that was once the standard for rich and interactive Web content, will no longer be supported in browsers.
