Updates (June, 2008)
June 30th, 2008
Last Updated 190 days, 5 hours, 30 minutes ago
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It's here: the in-game XMB and trophy support has been officially revealed by Sony, and we've got the full and complete set of juicy details. Awesome!
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WALL-E is Pixar's latest work of art. And it is also the latest in terrible movie-game adaptations to hit consoles.
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Capcom's bringing us an all new third-person shooter with Dark Void. Read up on what you can expect.
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It's no surprise that Harmonix is preparing a sequel, but it's going to annoy PS3 owners when they find out their version is coming out late...
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We need more aerial combat games, and now that an IL-2 game is making its way to the PlayStation 3, everyone needs to take notice! Check out the details!
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A leaked photo of Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty on the PlayStation Store has brought this into the limelight- will PS2 titles become downloadable?
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Guides for Metal Gear Solid 4, Devil May Cry 4, Condemned 2, and Rainbow Six Vegas 2 have been added.
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We've added guides for two of Capcom's most amazing titles: Resident Evil 4 and Okami.
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The first high-def DBZ game arrives, and we tell you whether or not it's worth your time and money.
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Let's end this silly debate once and for all: we want to know EXACTLY how much time is spent playing and how much time is spent watching in MGS4.
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The Dual Shock 3 has yet to arrive in Europe - sorry, peeps - but your wait may be over soon: according to some Euro webstores, it's set for Friday.
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The official PlayStation blog plans to introduce a special video at midnight Pacific time...chances are, it's a walkthrough for update 2.40.
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Last Updated 191 days, 4 hours, 35 minutes ago
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Even though NASCAR may not be for everyone, there's no doubting that fans of the racing-sport will enjoy EA's NASCAR 09.
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Diablo III isn't coming to the PS3 or 360 and I couldn't care less, I can't wait to hear about Team ICO's project, and I drop MGS to play Top Spin 3.
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Last Updated 191 days, 21 hours, 53 minutes ago
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We've added codes for GRID, Wolf of the Battlefield, NASCAR 09, Metal Gear Solid 4, LEGO Indiana Jones, Kung Fu Panda, Incredible Hulk, Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit, and more.
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Cheats for The Incredible Hulk, Bully, NASCAR 09 Kung Fu Panda, Spongebob: Lights Camera Pants, and LEGO Indiana Jones have been added.
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Even Sony can't avoid these ultra-liberal times: they have revealed a new "green" system that draws less power will be here for the holiday season.
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Blizzard has finally revealed that they are working on the long-awaited third entry, but not surprisingly, it'll be limited to the PC/Mac platform.
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Shaun White returns to videogaming, but this time as a Ubisoft franchise. Take a look at the first details of the upcoming snowboarding game.
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Konami is getting in on the rock star action with an all new rhythm franchise, and it looks very promising.
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Top Spin 3 takes another valiant step in the direction of realism, accuracy and overall authenticity. It comes up shy again, but it's still a great effort that shouldn't be missed by any tennis fan.
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If you're one of the couple million who have already invested in the fun-in-Vegas entertainment offered by this one, you'll be happy with this DLC.
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According to 3D Realms' Scott Miller, E3 is "irrelevant" and development on Duke Nukem Forever is "swimming along nicely." ...we've heard that before.
192 days, 2 5 minutes old - 8 commentsJune 27th, 2008
Last Updated 193 days, 6 hours, 31 minutes ago
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Sony has officially revealed the PlayStation Bluetooth headset, which is set to arrive with SOCOM Confrontation in September. It's a sleek unit!
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We had heard whispers of a new game in the Tales RPG series coming to the PS3, and now, it seems they have an announcement planned for next month.
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This is one of the most significant announcements of the new generation; perhaps in the industry's history. Downloadable movies are coming to the PS3!
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Oh, surprise, surprise. Duke Nukem Forever won't be at this year's E3, despite the apparently non-existent title breaking back into the news in 2008.
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According to a former employee, the recent round of layoffs have put a big crimp in the development process of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed.
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It's not exactly a huge shock, but PlayStation president Kaz Hirai has revealed that Metal Gear Solid 4 has generated a big surge in hardware sales.
193 days, 19 hours, 57 minutes old - 19 commentsJune 26th, 2008
Last Updated 194 days, 52 minutes ago
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The third entry in Capcom's old-school run-and-gun arcade shooter has arrived to the PlayStation Network. For $10, Capcom is offering gamers one very solid treat.
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You've never seen weather like this before! ...we're trying to get exited about this new application, but while nifty, it kinda makes us go, "meh."
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This news prompted quite the response from gamers when it hit the Internet yesterday, but as it turns out, the initial report misrepresented Slossberg's comments. It's a non-issue, folks.
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Ever since its unveiling at TGS 2006, RPG fans have been wondering what happened to this one...but it has reappeared in Japan with a release window.
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It's still not official, but one source says we will get the official announcement and video walkthrough on the 30th, with 2.40 on the following Monday.
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There is at least one promising RPG headed our way this year, and it's Ascaron Entertainment's Sacred 2. Better yet, we're getting the best version!
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Have 2K Sports and PAM served up an ace for tennis fans to check out? Our review of Top Spin 3 tells you whether or not you should spend your money on this one.
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Great stuff here: two creepy trailers for Dead Space, followed by more vids for Metal Gear Online, Guitar Hero: Aerosmith, NCAA Football 09, Fracture, Alone in the Dark, Battlefield: Bad Company and more!
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This might actually be an issue of some note if there was some basis for concern. But as far as we can tell, there ISN'T any rape scene in GTAIV!
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Namco Bandai has confirmed that this RPG - formerly exclusive to the Xbox 360 - will release in Japan on September 18. ...no other regions mentioned.
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The PlayStation Network is catching up to Live in terms of overall functionality, and more "Live-like" features are already being built into PS3 games.
194 days, 19 hours, 59 minutes old - 15 commentsJune 25th, 2008
Last Updated 195 days, 4 hours, 30 minutes ago
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It isn't here yet, but it should be soon. And the rumored list of features for the in-game XMB has been circulating; it offers plenty of new options!
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Sony Online Entertainment says the next wave of MMOs you'll see will be for the PC and PS3; the latter platform is officially a prime target for devs.
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The Byron Review proposes several changes in the UK ratings system, but EA says the extra layer of administration will cause more game delays.
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Sucker Punch's new PlayStation 3 IP is looking quite interesting, as new details from Sony and a cover feature in Game Informer have opened our eyes.
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Tiger's real season is over, but his virtual season has yet to begin. See what this year's entry offers, and why it's great for real-life duffers.
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Sony has admitted they need to focus more on the handheld, and in pursuing more third-party devs, they have asked for "cheaper, quicker" games.
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We thought we had the full roster, but could Sony and Namco have one final surprise up their sleeve for PS3 owners? The surprise's name: KRATOS!
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Assassin's Creed 2 isn't automatic by any means, so it's up to the fans to request the sequel. Stand up and be counted if you want this to happen!
195 days, 19 hours, 52 minutes old - 38 commentsJune 24th, 2008
Last Updated 196 days, 4 hours, 26 minutes ago
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When the Network goes back online in a few hours, you won't find any in-game XMB or trophy support. Sony has confirmed that this isn't firmware 2.40.
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It didn't take very long for Metal Gear Solid 4 to hit the million mark in Europe; in fact, it took about 7 days. MGS4 is a global smash hit!
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SCEA has already revealed their list of E3 games, and God of War III wasn't among them. But a European source claims Kratos will indeed crash the party.
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Battlefield: Bad Company releases in just a few days, but EA has announced today that it's only the beginning. They're planning to do four more!
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We know what you're thinking, guys. But honestly, this game is actually looking to end up being great and a return to glory for the franchise.
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This isn't just another simulator, as EA is working to make this year's NCAA Football installment more accessible for a wider group of gamers.
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GamePro says we can expect a "truly...colossal secret" to arrive in their August issue, but what does that mean? A Shadow of the Colossus sequel?
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A whole lot of people missed out on picking up the Limited Edition Metal Gear Solid 4 PlayStation 3 bundle, but don't worry; you'll get another chance!
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Sony is bringing down the Store and Network today for 6 hours for maintenance. ...are they bringing us the in-game XMB and trophy support now?
196 days, 19 hours, 55 minutes old - 18 commentsJune 23rd, 2008
Last Updated 196 days, 23 hours, 30 minutes ago
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They keep pouring on the Call of Duty: World at War details, and the last bit for today comes in the form of a great new trailer! Check this out.
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Many players have complained of several significant multiplayer problems with GTAIV, and now, Rockstar has released a patch to deal with them.
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It'll take some doing to convince Modern Warfare fans that Call of Duty: World at War will be just as good if not better, but the devs are gonna try.
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You can't get much more mainstream than the Times, and while they've screwed up before when it comes to the industry, this feature seems worthy.
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The Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots Database only came to the US and Japanese Stores last week, but it's coming to Europe this week.
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The game hits store shelves in only one week's time, and inside you will find the full list of 41 tracks. Remember, it's not just about Aerosmith...
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Japan has responded well to Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the patriots (big surprise), and as a result, PlayStation 3 sales have skyrocketed.
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The Dark Knight hits theaters soon, and we're thinking Bale would make an excellent Solid Snake. It's only a rumor, but it could be very good news!
197 days, 19 hours, 43 minutes old - 22 commentsJune 22nd, 2008
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I'm sick of the lack of Final Fantasy XIII news (just give us a VAGUE date!), 2K is doing the right thing with Bioshock PS3, and I pick up the Essential Collection to prepare myself correctly for MGS4.
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EA will be presenting a goodly number of titles at this year's E3, and we'll get to see games like Mirror's Edge and all of 2009's EA Sports games.
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According to a Yahoo! Tech representative, PlayStation 3 sales are on the way up while Xbox 360 sales are falling off. Sony continues to surge!
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Microsoft doesn't have any problem with the practice, but Sony seems to be opposed to it. Should they be? What's better for the industry in the long run?
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Nippon Ichi is giving a nod to all you hardcore gamers out there by knocking $10 off the price of Disgaea 3, plus letting you vote for a bonus music CD!
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They may be pushing Blu-Ray pretty hard, but at the same time, Sony says the disc format for games will "fall;" the future sits with digital delivery.
199 days, 2 14 minutes old - 25 commentsJune 20th, 2008
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Enhanced over its Xbox 360 counterpart, we take a look at the PlayStation 3 version of Overlord. You may want to save up your pennies for the game's release next week, folks.
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It seems the UK is suffering from a lack of qualified individuals to take up position in the video game industry. Part of the blame falls to game development schools; apparently, they're just not doing the job.
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Sorry, no matter how hard you look, you won't find it, Euro gamers. The MGS4 Database - probably due to language issues - ain't on the Euro Store.
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This rumor says that the makers of Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare are working on a new next-gen sci-fi title, and they "may or may not" reveal it at E3.
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Ubisoft is running a poll asking gamers to vote for one of three new Xbox 360 achievements for the game, but the PS3 isn't getting left out.
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An EA employee with supposed inside information claims that Final Fantasy XIII will release in Japan this December, with a playable demo set for TGS 2008.
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It appears Capcom doesn't like being called racist, so they're bowing to the pressure and including more white people/zombies in Resident Evil 5.
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Sony admits there is a "global piracy problem" on the PSP, but they're aware of it, they know how it's done, and they're going to put a stop to it.
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We go hands-on with the final build of 2K's Top Spin 3, and we deliver the good word to you. Should tennis fans be excited? Read on.
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One of the PlayStation 3's earliest successes is getting a huge sequel later this year. Take a look at what you need to know about this tropical follow-up.
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The Jace Hall Show is five minutes of gaming culture entertainment; it's a unique idea designed to cater to a very wide audience, and the host is a well-known name in Hollywood and the gaming industry.
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Sony has tossed up new content for this downloadable solo beat-'em-up title, and this just adds more incentive for PS3 owners to give Pain a try.
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It seems Square-Enix has confirmed that Final Fantasy XIII will make an appearance at E3 this year, and the FF Versus XIII "push back" rumor is false.
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And what we mean by that is, of course, that the rumors stating that Microsoft had bought timed exclusivity for Resident Evil 5 are untrue. Thankfully.
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The next EGM is the special E3 issue, and Killzone 2 is on the cover! More info in there, obviously, and could it be the biggest game of the show?
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Since when do we have sexy videos for Metal Gear Solid 4? Well, we do; two of 'em, and we also have others for NBA Live 09, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09, Team Fortress 2 and Vampire Rain: Altered Species.
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This latest batch is worth your time: it includes two new videos for the upcoming Secret Agent Clank, plus previews for Valhalla Knights 2, Hot Shots Golf: Open Tee 2, Yggdra Union and PyroBlazer.
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EA has said there may be a few RTS elements in The Godfather II: The Game, which means it could be an action/strategy hybrid. Sounds interesting, yes?
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Ever want to go virtual clothes shopping on your PS3? ...well, maybe not, but for all you shopaholics out there, Sony presents you with "Dress."
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Surprise! It's the MGS4 Database, and it's designed specifically for all you hardcore fans of the long-running and critically acclaimed series.
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It debuted over a decade ago on the PlayStation, and while it hasn't been too great recently, we're hoping this new Driver will restore lost glory.
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It seems EA is working on this new installment in the esteemed Need for Speed franchise; here's hoping we hear more about it at this year's E3.
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We knew what projects were scheduled, and now we know the dates for this event, plus which titles will be playable... FFXIII isn't one of them, sadly.
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Rumors are just rumors, but Sony has confirmed that these two much-anticipated features will indeed be coming to the PS3 with firmware update 2.40.
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Due to the success of Chronicles of Riddick by Vin Diesel's Tigon Studios, we have high hopes for their next ambitious and unique project, The Wheelman.
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Yeah, GTAIV and MGS4 are already out, but there are several huge games coming within the next year. Some of them are on SCEA's E3 list, too.
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Most predicted it, but Square-Enix has come right out and said it: the Unreal Engine caused the delay of the PS3 version. ...we're not surprised.
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Even though it sits at the top of the software charts in the region, Metal Gear Solid 4 had only a minimal impact on PlayStation 3 hardware sales.
202 days, 19 hours, 52 minutes old - 5 commentsJune 17th, 2008
Last Updated 203 days, 4 hours, 7 minutes ago
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It's another one of those shows designed for modern gamers who love to see Hollywood cross paths with the gaming industry. Worth checking out!
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Michael Ironside, the voice behind Splinter Cell's head man, Sam Fisher, is apparently annoyed with Ubisoft and the feeling appears to be mutual.
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According to Enterbrain sales numbers for the 4-day Metal Gear Solid 4 launch span, it is now the best-selling PS3 title in Japan. It even topped MGS2.
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We're getting a look at the fifth Call of Duty a lot sooner than expected, and it's dropping on GameTrailers TV this Friday. In-game = worthwhile footage.
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