Having the code makes it easier to write a new minimal compiler, translator or interprer, just to run the specific game. Or understand how the game works to mak

Having the code makes it easier to write a new minimal compiler, translator or interprer, just to run the specific game. Or understand how the game works to make a good rewrite/port. Not every game has a dedicated enough fanbase to do this, but having the option is always great. Rewriting the engine doesn't mean you have to rewrite all the dialogue and in-engine scripts, after all. Of course, if you want to write and use something like SCUMM for your games, that's appreciated, too...