Find Videos and Games

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Must-have Links

⇒ Guide to research video games

⇒ 260 full-length streaming videos

⇒ Technology equipment available for check out

⇒ Games and consoles

⇒ Undergraduate Library

  

  

Step One: Getting acquainted

Did you forget the title of a film? Are you trying to find movies by a specific director? Try searching the Internet Movie Database. In addition to the wide variety of audio visual materials in the Undergraduate Library, there are also other audio-visual collections in the library. Or maybe you're looking for video clips online? Truveo Video Search is a great place to start. Are you taking one of the gaming classes offered at the University of Illinois? Here's a guide to help you get started.
  
Where do I search for videos/games?
 

Step Two: Online Library Catalog

Search the online library catalog using " Quick Search" to find a movie for which you know the title. Just use the drop-down menu under the search box to "Quick Limit" your search to "Films/Videos." Be sure to note the format, location, and call number. The library has purchased 260 full-length streaming videos, including documentaries and select feature films, that you can watch on your computer (Real Player required). You can also use Library of Congress subject headings to help you find movies that are similar in topic. For the gaming collection, we've put together a handy list of games and consoles.
 
  Where can I view my video/play my game?
 

Step Three: Media viewing spaces

For course-related instruction and student groups, the Undergraduate Library Room 295 is available by sending in a request. For individual needs, there are media viewing booths available on a first-come, first-served basis. Vintage games as well as all consoles and hardware are located on the lower level of the Undergraduate Library and are available to students for building use only.

How long can I keep videos/games?

Step Four: Loan periods

All videos are available for a one week loan period with a late fee of $1 per day. All media items from the Undergraduate Library must be picked up and returned at the UGL Information Services Desk. Current games can be checked out for three days and can be renewed once.There is a late charge of $2 per day. You can even check out a digital video camera to make your own film!

 

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