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The newly unlocked free games are worth $55.96 in total. Pictured: edited cover photos of Fallout 3 and Hellslave. (Image source: Prime Gaming)

Deal | October 2025 game giveaway expands on Prime Gaming as four free games unlock

Amazon Prime Gaming has already given away a handful of free games throughout October 2025, and four more have been unlocked. Among the newly added titles are Fallout 3 GOTY, a complete edition of the top-rated open-world RPG from 2008.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 24 Oct 2025 15:40

Core Ultra 9 285K with 200S Boost vs Ryzen 7 9800X3D shows Intel is still distant second in gaming

Hardware Unboxed has tested and compared the performance of the Arrow Lake Core Ultra 9 285K and the Ryzen 7 9800X3D. Even after the performance enhancing updates and with the 200S Boost overclocking, the Core Ultra 9 285K is still no match for the Ryzen 7 9800X3D.

Fawad Murtaza, 24 Oct 2025 12:46

Titanfall 2 has seen a limited-time 90% discount on Steam. Pictured: edited cover photo of the game. (Image source: Steam and r/Steam)

Deal | "Underrated masterpiece" – acclaimed FPS game with COD-like multiplayer drops under $3

Titanfall 2, an acclaimed FPS title that was released in 2016, is currently down to $2.99. This Steam game deal will remain active for a limited amount of time, expiring on October 27, 2025.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 24 Oct 2025 12:14

Image from the game Darkenstein 3D. (Image source: Steam)

This retro FPS inspired by Wolfenstein and Doom is free to play on Steam

This retro FPS inspired by Doom and Wolfenstein is free to play on Steam. But be warned, because this game is punishing and contains very violent scenes that may be disturbing.

Alexis Stegmann, 24 Oct 2025 11:48

Welcome to Blue Protocol: Star Resonance. (Image source: playbpsr.com / Notebookcheck)

Blue Protocol: Star Resonance — 5 reasons you should and shouldn't be playing it

Blue Protocol: Star Resonance offers the anime MMORPG experience the genre has desperately needed, but can its beautiful world and dynamic combat save it from itself?

Darryl Linington, 24 Oct 2025 09:59

A screengrab from Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Blacklist (image source: Steam Community)

Ubisoft's Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Remake may be in trouble as the project seeks yet another game director

Ubisoft's Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Remake may get another game director change soon, based on updates on LinkedIn, as well as a now-deleted job listing on Ubisoft's website.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 24 Oct 2025 07:24

The Sony DualSense Wireless Controller - God of War 20th Anniversary Limited Edition is now available to buy on PS Direct for $84.99. (Image source: PlayStation)

New Sony God of War 20th Anniversary DualSense controller now available

The Sony God of War 20th Anniversary DualSense controller for PS5 is finally here. The limited edition gamepad takes cues from Kratos’ gray skin and omega tattoo, marking 20 years of chaos and glory.

Elvis Shida, 24 Oct 2025 06:51

A screengrab of Palworld running on PC (image source: Steam Community)

Palworld's publisher Pocketpair on games leveraging generative AI and NFTs: “We don’t believe in it”

Pocketpair’s newly launched publishing arm has taken a hard stance on generative AI, saying it will not back games that rely on it, Web3, or NFTs, with communications director John Buckley telling Game Developer: “We don’t believe in it.”

Rahim Amir Noorali, 24 Oct 2025 06:39

A screengrab from Battlefield 6 running on PC (image source: Steam Community)

Halo co-creator slams EA for leaving Ridgeline Games devs out of Battlefield 6 credits

Marcus Lehto, the co‑creator of Halo and former game director at EA’s now‑defunct Ridgeline Games, publicly criticized EA after numerous Ridgeline contributors to Battlefield 6 were left out or relegated to a brief “Special Thanks” credit, posting a corrected unofficial list of names omitted on LinkedIn.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 24 Oct 2025 06:21

A screengrab from Astro Bot running on a PS5 (image source: r/Astrobot)

Astro Bot director lauds the PS5: “It’s brought something truly special to gaming”

Team Asobi's creative director Nicholas Doucet argued in an interview that the PlayStation 5 is a significant upgrade, stressing that innovations like the DualSense haptics and ultra-fast SSD yield hands‑on gameplay benefits that aren’t always visible in side‑by‑side graphical comparisons with late-cycle PS4 titles.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 24 Oct 2025 06:08

The 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller (Honkai: Star Rail - Evernight) stuns with its unique purple finish. (Image source: 8bitDo)

8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller Honkai Star Rail - Evernight is now available for $69.99

After being available to pre-order for weeks, the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller (Honkai: Star Rail - Evernight) is now available to buy. The special edition controller doesn't just have a custom finish, but also comes with gifts and accessories tied to the popular video game.

Habeeb Onawole, 24 Oct 2025 04:58

Xbox Gaming Copilot Xbox banner is shown (Image source: Xbox Wire with edits)

Microsoft's Gaming Copilot AI not only raises privacy concerns but also impacts performance

Not all gamers are welcoming the new Gaming Copilot AI features with open arms. It aims to boost skills, but relies on scanning recorded screenshots for training. Some Windows 11 users think the app is sending data to Microsoft without their consent while simultaneously degrading performance.

Adam Corsetti, 23 Oct 2025 22:50

iPad Pro M5 placed on a desk with a white Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

iPad Pro M5 AAA gaming test shows Death Stranding running at 1080p high settings without any upscaling or thermal throttling

YouTuber MrMacRight recently tested several AAA titles, including Resident Evil 4, Death Stranding, and Assassin’s Creed Mirage, on Apple’s new M5 iPad Pro. The results highlight meaningful performance and thermal gains over the M4 model, though optimisation issues persist in some games, particularly in Ubisoft’s latest release.

Anmol Dubey, 23 Oct 2025 22:24

Assassin's Creed Shadows running on the Switch 2. (Image source: Nintendo on YouTube, screenshot)

Assassin's Creed Shadows Switch 2 release date confirmed and it's just in time for the holidays

Assassin's Creed Shadows has been confirmed to launch on the Switch 2 this December. Nintendo has released a trailer showing the game running on the handheld, along with the exact launch date.

Vineet Washington, 23 Oct 2025 21:16

Image of the Petit Planet game. (Image source: HoYoverse)

Petit Planet, made by the creators of Genshin Impact, will get a closed beta on November 7

Petit Planet is developing at high speed, and HoYoverse recently shared some big news. Indeed, those interested in this type of game will be able to try it out in a closed beta in the coming days.

Alexis Stegmann, 23 Oct 2025 20:57

The Lego Game Boy can soon be turned into a working gaming handheld thanks to a modding kit (Image source: Natalie the Nerd)

BrickBoy turns Lego Game Boy into proper gaming handheld

The Lego Game Boy can soon be transformed into a functional gaming handheld that can play Game Boy games via emulation. A corresponding modding kit called BrickBoy is launching on Kickstarter in a few days.

Hannes Brecher, 23 Oct 2025 20:44

Deal | Epic Games Store ends October 2025 with mobile gamer freebie as leaker reveals future plans ahead of schedule

The Epic Games Store has discounted a new game for Android and iOS gamers. While Doodle Farm: Breeds and Beasts will be free to claim until next week, a well-known leaker has already divulged information about the company's plans for the start of November.

Alex Alderson, 23 Oct 2025 19:57

Electronic Arts banner. (Image source: EA, edited)

EA's generative AI mandate backfires as devs clean up AI mess

A new report has suggested that EA is struggling with its implementation of AI in game development. Its internal AI chatbot is making mistakes that the developers are having to clean up on company time.

Vineet Washington, 23 Oct 2025 19:55

Image of the game Unreal with UnrealRTX. (Image source: @GeForce_JacobF on X)

UnrealRTX mod breathes new life into 1998 classic with ray-traced lighting

Released in 1998, Unreal has received a new look thanks to this mod, which adds real-time path tracing, making the game more beautiful than ever. But you'll need to be careful when installing the mod and follow all the steps correctly.

Alexis Stegmann, 23 Oct 2025 19:25

Razer's new PlayStation controller is made for e-sports enthusiasts (Image source: Razer)

Razer Raiju V3 Pro for PlayStation 5 challenges DualSense Edge with TMR sticks and Razer HyperTriggers

With the Raiju V3 Pro, Razer has launched a brand-new PlayStation controller that is designed to surpass Sony’s DualSense with drift-free TMR analog sticks, tactile action buttons and shoulder buttons with trigger pull that can be shortened.

Hannes Brecher, 23 Oct 2025 19:23

The discounted price will expire on November 03. Pictured: Steam Deck with the promo picture of the bundle. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Halloween special Steam Deck horror games bundle worth around $130 drops under $16

Just before Halloween, a good number of publishers have started to offer discounts on horror titles, and 2K is one of them. It has curated a new collection with Steam Deck games worth $129.99, which can be scored for just $15.37.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Oct 2025 18:52

A group of soldiers in Helldivers 2. (Image Source: Arrowhead)

Helldivers 2 has now sold over 19 million copies across all platforms

Helldivers 2 has crossed another huge milestone. The game, which launched back in February 2024, continues to perform incredibly well almost two years after release.

Abdul Haddi, 23 Oct 2025 17:51

Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Switch 2 banner (screenshot, Nintendo of America YouTube with edits)

Elden Ring Tarnished Edition delayed until 2026, as Switch 2 game struggles with performance

Fans of Souls-like action RPGs will have to wait longer to see an Elden Ring Switch 2 port. FromSoftware has bumped the Elden Ring Tarnished Edition release date to 2026. Developers have been unable to address performance issues discovered during the Gamescom demo.

Adam Corsetti, 23 Oct 2025 17:38

Epic Games Store reveals free games lineup to celebrate Halloween 2025 with two acclaimed titles

Epic Games Store has announced plans for a future gaming giveaway. With the end of October around the corner, the storefront has revealed a new batch of acclaimed games ahead of schedule aimed at providing a scare or two over Halloween.

Alex Alderson, 23 Oct 2025 17:04

PowerWash Simulator 2, Bounty Star and Super Fantasy Kingdom are joining Xbox Game Pass as Day One releases. (Image source: Xbox Wire)

Xbox Game Pass: Three brand-new games are coming this week

On October 23 and 24, Microsoft is adding three new titles to Xbox Game Pass – all available on their launch day.

Marius Müller, 23 Oct 2025 15:00

The Lenovo Legion 5 15 Gen 10 lasted more than 6 hours in our WLAN battery test. (Image source: NotebookcheckReviews on YouTube)

Deal | Best mainstream gaming laptop for $530 less: Lenovo Legion 5 Gen 10 with RTX 5060 and OLED display is now on sale

The Lenovo Legion 5 Gen 10 gaming laptop is back on sale. Retailing at a more than $500 discount, the Legion 5 15 Gen 10 (2025) enjoys solid 1080p gaming performance thanks to the RTX 5060 laptop GPU. The notebook also features a beautiful OLED display.

Fawad Murtaza, 23 Oct 2025 14:13

The GKD Pixel 2 in Pink costs more than the other colors. (Image source: Keep Retro)

GKD Pixel 2 gets a new pink limited edition colour

GKD has refreshed its pocket handheld, the Pixel 2, which it launched in January. Originally available in Grey, Green, Purple, Red, Blue, and a limited-edition Golden, the handheld is now available to buy in Pink.

Habeeb Onawole, 23 Oct 2025 14:06

Deal | Epic Games Store prepares for Halloween with new free game giveaway for stealth horror fans on PC and Mac

The Epic Games Store is preparing for Halloween with a new game giveaway. Available on PC and Mac, Fear the Spotlight is highly rated thanks to its level design and graphical style which pays more than a passing homage to PlayStation 1 generation Silent Hill or Resident Evil games.

Alex Alderson, 23 Oct 2025 13:49

Image from the game Escape From Duckov. (Image source: Steam)

Escape From Duckov sold 1 million copies in just five days

After a spectacular launch, Escape From Duckov has just reached a symbolic milestone. And this suggests a bright future for this unique game, especially if new content is added to it.

Alexis Stegmann, 23 Oct 2025 11:54

Steam is giving away the Distant Space video game for free. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Free Distant Space 1980s-style video game on Steam

Steam is giving away the 1980s-style video game Distant Space for free. The retro game is similar to Space Invaders, with players piloting a spacecraft that moves side-to-side to shoot at attacking extraterrestrials overhead. It has an 82% player rating on Steam.

David Chien, 23 Oct 2025 06:14

Battlefield Portal banner is shown (Image source: screenshot, EA Help YouTube with edits)

After creating Battlefield 6 map inspired by Call of Duty, EA threatens to ban player

Battlefield Portal is versatile enough to create authentic replicas of famous Call of Duty maps. A Battlefield 6 player is in hot water after sharing a design originating from the 2007 Modern Warfare. EA warned the gamer since the publisher prohibits references to competing games.

Adam Corsetti, 23 Oct 2025 03:06

The PS5 Slim is $424.99 at PS Direct with discount code PS5KLARNA. (Image source: Charles Sims on Unsplash)

Deal | Sony slashes PS5 prices in new limited-time deal

Sony is now offering the PS5 Slim and Digital Edition at $125 off in the States in a new limited-time deal. The offer lands a few months after Sony raised prices due to tariff pressures.

Elvis Shida, 23 Oct 2025 00:44

A limited edition Steam Deck OLED (Image source: Valve; edited)

Deal | Humble Bundle: $169 worth of Steam Deck-compatible games drop to $15

Humble Bundle has added a new game bundle to the current collection to usher in the Halloween celebration — The Dark Pictures and Little Nightmares bundle. The bundle contains a total of 7 items and will expire on November 6.

Chibuike Okpara, 22 Oct 2025 23:58

PS5 console shown with dollar sign and up arrow (Image source: Sony PlayStation with edits)

PS5 sales rise in September despite price increase as console's installed base passes PS3

Judging by new U.S retail data, Sony will have no regrets over the recent PS5 price increases. More buyers added the console to their setups in September than in August. Overall spending in the industry grew compared to the previous year, anchored by a busy month for new PS5 games.

Adam Corsetti, 22 Oct 2025 23:27

An in-game sketch of Dragon ball Z's Vegeta in Battlefield 6 (image source: Reddit)

Some Battlefield 6 engineers are reported turning the repair tool into a canvas for in-game art instead

While Battlefield 6’s Engineers are supposed to keep vehicles running, many players have been using their Repair Tool for something else entirely: in-game wall art. Players are sharing scorch-mark drawings and mini masterpieces made with the Engineer gadget across X and Reddit, sparking amusement across the community.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 22 Oct 2025 23:02

AMD giveaway: Five Monster Hunter Wilds-themed Radeon RX 9070XT GPUs up for grabs

As many as 5 AMD Radeon RX 9070 XTs are up for grabs in a contest that will remain open for the next 2 weeks. These are all Monster Hunter Wilds-flavor GPUs from ASRock and AMD.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 22 Oct 2025 22:49

The Chizha Mount Ling Dock is now crowdfunding (Image source: Dockcase)

Chizha Mount Ling Dock: Steam Deck docking station sports 3-inch touchscreen, active cooling and SSD slot

The Chizha Mount Ling Dock is a new docking station for gaming handhelds that sports a touchscreen, a display connector and multiple USB ports, among other features. It also comes with a fan for active cooling.

Silvio Werner, 22 Oct 2025 22:39

Banner showing Xbox and PlayStation logos (Image source: Xbox Gaming, Sony PlayStation)

New Xbox console may sell for twice as much as PS6 price and offer superior specs

The PS6 may not face as much competition in the next generation of gaming systems. An insider predicts that with less power and memory than the next Xbox console, the machine could cost around $600. Meanwhile, Microsoft looks set to target enthusiasts with a potent combination of a PC and console.

Adam Corsetti, 22 Oct 2025 18:08

Sony will release a new PS5 Fortnite bundle at a discounted price for Black Friday 2025. (Image source: Sony)

Leak reveals a new PS5 Fortnite Bundle with a reduced price tag will arrive in time for Black Friday

Sony is expected to release a new PS5 Fortnite bundle just as it did last year. The new PS5 bundle will come with exclusive content for the game and also have a launch discount for Black Friday.

Habeeb Onawole, 22 Oct 2025 18:00

Image from the game Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. (Image source: Steam)

A developer claims to be working on Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag remake since 2024

On LinkedIn, a developer from Ubisoft Montreal claims to have been working on Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag since February 2024, suggesting that the game is currently in development. However, in the absence of official information, it is necessary to remain cautious.

Alexis Stegmann, 22 Oct 2025 17:26

Leak reveals one of the upcoming Epic Games Store free games ahead of schedule

Epic Games Store will soon update its free games section. Ahead of the official announcement, MeguminShiro, a credible leaker, has leaked the upcoming free game for mobile that the platform will offer.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Oct 2025 17:20

The Halloween Sale will end on November 03, 2025. Pictured: a promotional picture for the event - skulls, bones, eyes. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Deal | Epic Games Store kicks off Halloween Sale with major discounts on acclaimed games

The Halloween Sale 2025 is now live on Epic Games Store, and this special event is offering hefty discounts on many games. Among all, there are many well-rated titles that are currently sitting under the $10 mark.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Oct 2025 15:50

The Lenovo LOQ Essential 15ARP10 gaming laptop (image source: Lenovo)

New affordable AMD Ryzen gaming laptop with Nvidia RTX graphics: Lenovo releases LOQ Essential 15ARP10

Cheap, cheaper, Lenovo LOQ Essential: What was formerly known as the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming is now branded LOQ Essential. The newest addition, the LOQ Essential 15ARP10 15-inch gaming laptop, combines AMD Ryzen CPUs with Nvidia RTX graphics.

Benjamin Herzig, 22 Oct 2025 15:37

The Mass Effect Legendary Edition is 92% off on Steam until October 27. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | "A worthy remaster": Sci-fi RPG with 91% positive ratings on Steam is cheaper than ever – less than $5

Steam is offering a real treat for sci-fi fans right now: Mass Effect Legendary Edition is 92% off until October 27, bringing the price down to under $5. The acclaimed RPG trilogy has never been this cheap.

Marius Müller, 22 Oct 2025 15:36

DDR5 RAM prices have risen sharply in recent months – and the Reddit community suspects the AI boom is to blame. (Image source: Galaxus)

"Not funny anymore" – RAM prices are skyrocketing, and the community points to one culprit

Reddit users are up in arms as DDR5 RAM prices have skyrocketed over the past few weeks. With increases of up to 50%, the community believes it has already pinpointed the reason behind the surge.

Marius Müller, 22 Oct 2025 15:03

3D V-Cache helps AMD retain the desktop gaming crown. (Image Source: AMD)

Leaker posts alleged specs for upcoming Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 with 192 MB L3 cache along with Ryzen 7 9850X3D specs

The Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 naming scheme seems a bit of a stretch, but the upgrade to 192 MB L3 cache could help AMD maintain superiority over Intel's upcoming Arrow Lake Refresh models. On the other hand, the Ryzen 7 9850X3D only comes with faster boost clocks, allowing AMD to maintain things competitive at this price tier.

Bogdan Solca, 22 Oct 2025 14:57

Image from the game The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Blood and Wine. (Image source: Steam)

The Witcher 3 meets Monster Hunter thanks to this free mod

While the world of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is already vast, a mod allows you to add features inspired by Monster Hunter, in which you can hunt monsters and discover new elements. But you'll need to pay attention to compatibility.

Alexis Stegmann, 22 Oct 2025 14:20

Gaming

86% Affordable, quieter, cooler, more efficient – Lenovo Legion Pro 5 16 with RTX 5070 (non-Ti) review

Compact 4K power for streamers and creators - Elgato Game Capture 4K S review

Deal | October 2025 game giveaway expands on Prime Gaming as four free games unlock

Core Ultra 9 285K with 200S Boost vs Ryzen 7 9800X3D shows Intel is still distant second in gaming

87% Lenovo Legion 9 18 with RTX 5090 Review: The most powerful gaming laptop on the market

Deal | "Underrated masterpiece" – acclaimed FPS game with COD-like multiplayer drops under $3

This retro FPS inspired by Wolfenstein and Doom is free to play on Steam

Blue Protocol: Star Resonance — 5 reasons you should and shouldn't be playing it

Ubisoft's Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Remake may be in trouble as the project seeks yet another game director

New Sony God of War 20th Anniversary DualSense controller now available

Palworld's publisher Pocketpair on games leveraging generative AI and NFTs: “We don’t believe in it”

Halo co-creator slams EA for leaving Ridgeline Games devs out of Battlefield 6 credits

Astro Bot director lauds the PS5: “It’s brought something truly special to gaming”

8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller Honkai Star Rail - Evernight is now available for $69.99

Microsoft's Gaming Copilot AI not only raises privacy concerns but also impacts performance

iPad Pro M5 AAA gaming test shows Death Stranding running at 1080p high settings without any upscaling or thermal throttling

Assassin's Creed Shadows Switch 2 release date confirmed and it's just in time for the holidays

Petit Planet, made by the creators of Genshin Impact, will get a closed beta on November 7

BrickBoy turns Lego Game Boy into proper gaming handheld

Deal | Epic Games Store ends October 2025 with mobile gamer freebie as leaker reveals future plans ahead of schedule

EA's generative AI mandate backfires as devs clean up AI mess

UnrealRTX mod breathes new life into 1998 classic with ray-traced lighting

Razer Raiju V3 Pro for PlayStation 5 challenges DualSense Edge with TMR sticks and Razer HyperTriggers

Deal | Halloween special Steam Deck horror games bundle worth around $130 drops under $16

Helldivers 2 has now sold over 19 million copies across all platforms

Elden Ring Tarnished Edition delayed until 2026, as Switch 2 game struggles with performance

Epic Games Store reveals free games lineup to celebrate Halloween 2025 with two acclaimed titles

Xbox Game Pass: Three brand-new games are coming this week

Deal | Best mainstream gaming laptop for $530 less: Lenovo Legion 5 Gen 10 with RTX 5060 and OLED display is now on sale

GKD Pixel 2 gets a new pink limited edition colour

Deal | Epic Games Store prepares for Halloween with new free game giveaway for stealth horror fans on PC and Mac

Escape From Duckov sold 1 million copies in just five days

Deal | Free Distant Space 1980s-style video game on Steam

After creating Battlefield 6 map inspired by Call of Duty, EA threatens to ban player

Deal | Sony slashes PS5 prices in new limited-time deal

Deal | Humble Bundle: $169 worth of Steam Deck-compatible games drop to $15

PS5 sales rise in September despite price increase as console's installed base passes PS3

Some Battlefield 6 engineers are reported turning the repair tool into a canvas for in-game art instead

AMD giveaway: Five Monster Hunter Wilds-themed Radeon RX 9070XT GPUs up for grabs

Chizha Mount Ling Dock: Steam Deck docking station sports 3-inch touchscreen, active cooling and SSD slot

New Xbox console may sell for twice as much as PS6 price and offer superior specs

Leak reveals a new PS5 Fortnite Bundle with a reduced price tag will arrive in time for Black Friday

A developer claims to be working on Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag remake since 2024

Leak reveals one of the upcoming Epic Games Store free games ahead of schedule

Deal | Epic Games Store kicks off Halloween Sale with major discounts on acclaimed games

New affordable AMD Ryzen gaming laptop with Nvidia RTX graphics: Lenovo releases LOQ Essential 15ARP10

Deal | "A worthy remaster": Sci-fi RPG with 91% positive ratings on Steam is cheaper than ever – less than $5

"Not funny anymore" – RAM prices are skyrocketing, and the community points to one culprit

Leaker posts alleged specs for upcoming Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 with 192 MB L3 cache along with Ryzen 7 9850X3D specs

The Witcher 3 meets Monster Hunter thanks to this free mod

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