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On the advent of "slow games"On the advent of "slow games"

Why slowness in modern game design is a good thing.

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Quality of Life: Bring more snus!Quality of Life: Bring more snus!
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Nov 5, 2012
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The Best Political Games of Election 2012The Best Political Games of Election 2012
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Nov 5, 2012
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Nov 5, 2012
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