I dont know if Im alone in this, but I am of the opinion that, if a game is 15 years old(its an example, could be older for example), then it should be legal to emulate the game.Much like books and movies, which are forms of art and are available to rent for free(older stuff mostly of course) in public libraries, the same should be applieable to games.I mean, thats already happening(with libraries and stuff).Making it available through emulation just makes it easier.
To your specific scenario, I dont know.I personally would emulate, since I always support the industry buying new games and stuff, so I wouldnt feel bad in the slightest emulating some slightly older games, but thats up to you.
My (locked) thread about how difficulty should be a decision for the developers, not the gamers.
https://gamrconnect.vgchartz.com/thread.php?id=241866&page=1
