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Games like The Wizard of Gloss

Games like The Wizard of Gloss

Looking for games like The Wizard of Gloss? Here are top platformer recommendations with a horror, fantasy and dark fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Vigil: The Longest Night, Mandelarium or 罪印 Seal of sins.

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  1. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 1,364 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 8 reviews

    Battle through the longest night as Leila, the last member of The Vigil. Uncover the truth behind the eternal darkness, Leila's mysterious sister, and the eldritch horrors that stalk her in a world that has forgotten daylight. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vigil: The Longest Night.

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  2. A shadow stirs in the fractured realm of Mandelarium, where the Old Presence murmurs the Mandorla’s call. You are Lume, a solitary wanderer from the fog-bound port of the City of Thirme, haunted by visions of bone-white psalms and cosmic dread. Marked by prophecy but unproven, you must endure a brutal cycle of trials to unveil the truth behind the Mandorla — and challenge the understand of an one… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mandelarium.

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  3. English version is published now!If you are interested in reviewing this game, you can request an activation code here: Or email us at [email protected] About the Game"Seal of Sins" is a independent horizontal action game. It is based on ancient fantasy myths. The mysterious messenger wakes you up according to the agreement, and you have embarked on an unknown journey since then. In a w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 罪印 Seal of sins.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    89% User Score Based on 296 reviews

    OverviewCan you protect yourself from ruin and despair, or will you die and become part of the corruption...? Delve into a decadent world depicted with intricate pixel art inhabited by grotesque, writhing aberrant monsters. Play as a magic nun who sets out to battle cursed creatures in this dark action RPG!StoryThe land of Arsezon is quietly, yet surely, being led toward ruin by the covert machin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SiNiSistar 2.

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    55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    87% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    In UNDIVINE you take the role of a nameless traveler who apparently, seeks salvation. He arrives at the village of Tessalem, a place being engulfed by a giant abyss and it's your task to enter the chasm and unravel its mysteries. Previously known as "Shadows of Tessalem", Undivine has grown so much in terms of its story and mechanics that a new name was needed to reflect its new approach. A demo i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Undivine.

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  6. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    94% User Score Based on 436 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 7 reviews

    A top-down hack-and-slash where Lucah must fight to reclaim their identity from the grasp of the Nightmare monsters that inhabit the dream-like land. Lucah: Born of a Dream features a hand-drawn surrealist artstyle and contains heavy themes relating to organized religion, queerness and suppression of one's identity through indoctrination. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lucah: Born of a Dream.

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  7. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    52% User Score Based on 64 reviews

    Mahluk is a hack and slash platformer game with pixel-art style graphics and retro style addicting gameplay. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mahluk:Dark Demon.

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  8. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    71% User Score Based on 486 reviews

    Take on the last case of Benedict Fox and dive into a twisted world of secret organizations, forbidden rituals, and cold-blooded murders. Explore the memories of deceased victims as you search for clues and fight demons in this fantastical Lovecraftian Metroidvania. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Case of Benedict Fox.

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  9. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 690 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 2 reviews

    Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moonscars.

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  10. 48%Game Brain Score
    48% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    True evil never stays dead! Explore a mysterious land cloaked in treasure and blood, as you jump, slash, and dodge your way through Avenis. Inspired by games such as Zelda II, The Battle of Olympus and Simon's Quest, Duck Boy will have you fighting your way through a modern interpretation of the now dead Platform-adventure genre. As an ancient evil brings the world to the brink of ruin, a hero wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anatine.

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  11. Hop into the charming and unusual world of Frogbound, and play as the fabled Sir Hopper, a budding frog knight in search of adventure! From the placid pond to the intricate mysteries below and above this strange world, you will slay countless enemies and uncover the cryptic secrets of the enigmatic old wizard toad. Frogbound: The Legend of Sir Hopper is a retro-style classic action-adventure i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frogbound: the Legend of Sir Hopper.

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  12. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, character development
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    86% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    A 16‑bit dark fantasy action adventure with metroidvania‑style maps, RPG growth, and hidden secrets. Lead the Nightfall Empress through a mature journey suspended between the sacred and the profane. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nightfall Empress.

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  13. "Let the fragments reverberate within your being. Let the echoes from your soul vibrate within every living bodycell. Now, my child, you're whole again. Be it a good or a bad thing, we'll leave for you to choose." If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes From The Soul.

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  14. Embark on a Survival Horror Adventure You are a Novice Priestess of the Church of Dendrael, sent to a ceremony in Albadusk, the land where it is said Dendrael impaled himself on a tree to save humanity. What could possibly go wrong? An uncommon mix of genresThe free exploration and dungeon structure of classic action-adventure, full of the dread of horror. Roam the world at your own pace, solve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noctheria.

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    68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    74% User Score Based on 43 reviews

    A New Adventure in Classic Metroidvania Style Beholgar II is a pixel-art Metroidvania platformer inspired by the spirit of the '90s. Explore a vast interconnected world — from shadowy dungeons and cursed forests to forgotten temples and the very edge of hell. Key Features: Ancient Powers & Magic: Unlock powerful abilities and spells to grow stronger. Mysterious, Layered Levels: Every corne… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beholgar 2.

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  16. A curse spreads from the ruined city of Santicado, leaving death and stillness in its wake. But rustling within the wreckage are survivors like Luna - a simple priestess from a distant land. Armed with the magic Moonweft Blade, she seeks the source of the curse within Santicado’s ruins. She must purge it, lest the world fall into the deepest, darkest silence…Explore Santicado Silent Santicado is a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Silent Santicado.

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    74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Gravethorn is a 2D platformer that combines soulslike and metroidvania elements with deep storytelling. The story follows an Inquisitor who has lost his memory, searching for his forgotten past along with his regrets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gravethorn.

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  18. 45%Game Brain Score
    45% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Explore Mendacium, a dark, mysterious world infected with depression, and uncover the truth and the fate of a sightless young boy, Caecus. In order to solve the mystery of the game, it is necessary to read all of the dialogues carefully. When the player is killed and sent back to the main menu, it does not count as an actual ending, since there are only two legit ones and you will get an end credi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mendacium.

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  19. Apocalypse of the UniverseGenre: 2D Platformer Adventure Story: In Apocalypse of the Universe, players take on the role of an elven hero on a perilous quest to save his homeland from a demonic invasion. Once a peaceful world bathed in the eternal glow of the moon, it is now torn apart by portals that unleash endless waves of demons. These gateways connect to dark realms and threaten to spread … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Apocalypse of the Universe.

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  20. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    An action-adventure platformer in the metroidvania subgenre. The graphics are made in the style of a checkered notebook and blue ink.  Defeat crowds of monsters, overcome traps, explore the game world, unlock new characters and find secrets! And all this to the accompaniment of driving music! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Painted Legend: Knights of Ink & Paper.

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  21. "Demonak: Hunter's Initiation" immerses players in a mystical realm plagued by powerful Demonak entities. These ancient demons threaten humanity's existence, and it's up to Kalu, an aspiring demon hunter, to stop them. The game blends fast-paced action with intricate platforming elements, offering a rich narrative and engaging gameplay. The game's storyline follows Kalu's journey as he u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Demonak: Hunter's Initiation.

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  22. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 4,754 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 3 reviews

    Dread Delusion is an open world RPG brimming with strange places and dark perils. Carve your own path through the flying continents of a shattered land. Discover curious towns, unearth occult secrets, master powerful magic - and change the world through your choices. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dread Delusion.

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  23. Story: After the onset of the Goliaths, humans and vampires take refuge inside an old, abandoned cathedral, where they attempt to live in harmony. The cathedral, once used as a monastery by a long-dead civilization, is not quite as safe as foolishly dreamt. Gameplay: Sunrise Tragedy is an Action-RPG featuring fast-paced, stamina-based combat. Explore a vast cathedral with interconnected areas f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sunrise Tragedy.

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    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Immerse yourself in an enthralling Action-Platformer with metroidvania elements adventure! Embark on a thrilling journey as the chosen henchman of the clandestine Illuminati, navigating through a malevolent realm teeming with treachery. Your ultimate destination lies deep within the ancient recesses of a formidable castle, where the sinister will of the Illuminati awaits fulfillment. Prepare to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hatone.

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  25. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    84% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    Jrago The Demon Hunter Get ready for an all new RETRO gaming experience!Jrago The Demon Hunter is a METROIDVANIA style 2d platforming action adventure role playing game.The world is overcome in darkness, and you are a hunter named Jrago on a quest to slay the demons and bring back the light!Featuring an original soundtrack by "Jrago" the band of the same name, and a whole host of unlockable weapo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jrago The Demon Hunter.

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    38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    64% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    "Where am I? Who am I?" Neu quietly awakened in his ancient temple to fulfill the terms of an agreement he no longer remembers. So, what was this agreement? Join Neu on his quest to rediscover himself and his memories. Challenge the immortal guardians of the realm of Aytol, which has fallen into chaos, and enter an eternal struggle to cleanse their souls from corruption. Remember yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Omen Fall.

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    72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    72% User Score Based on 101 reviews

    Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darxanadon.

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  29. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    70% User Score Based on 169 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Beholgar is a classically styled 2D action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beholgar.

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  30. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 207 reviews

    The Devil Within: Satgat is a 2.5D stylish action adventure that follows the journey of an Eastern warrior infected with demonic blood. Dig into the secrets of a ruined world while taking down enemies in stylish action sequences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Devil Within: Satgat.

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  32. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    49% User Score Based on 37 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 4 reviews

    Guide Elden on a mission across a blighted land to save their mother from ancient horrors. Engage in brutal, technical, combat and master eldritch magics as you walk the Forgotten Path. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elden: Path of the Forgotten.

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  33. A PS2-inspired analog horror game with remastered graphics. Now cracked, its mystery can be unraveled. Collect items and cheats to glitch out of bounds, find exploitable developer rooms, and escape the madness. Are you prepared to step into the shadows? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow Lens.

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  34. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, gameplay
    74% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Betrayer: Curse of the Spine is a side-scrolling Action-Adventure game that places an emphasis on player decisions. Featuring intricate storytelling, a vast world to explore, valuable crafting, and multiple endings to experience. This highly atmospheric game is filled with drama, mystery, and dread. This Prologue version of the final game is intended to give players the early experience of Rise of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Betrayer: Curse of the Spine - Prologue.

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  35. “Heroines Paradox” is a hybrid Dungeon Crawler and Visual Novel, told through an urban horror narrative reminiscent of Junji Ito’s storytelling style. The story centers on Linh, a fragile schoolgirl who nonetheless possesses a strong sense of justice. Despite her moral backbone, she is relentlessly tormented by a group of bullies who subject her to humiliations such as public shaming and being loc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heroines Paradox - 英雌悖论 - Nữ Anh Hùng.

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  36. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Critic Score 84%Based on 22 reviews

    Buy Castlevania: Belmont's Curse on PlayStation Store. Follow a young Belmont's journey in an all-new 2D action-exploration title from Konami, Evil Empire and Motion Twin. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castlevania: Belmont's Curse.

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  37. DISCLAIMER: This game was designed to be played with a controller. Mouse and keyboard controls have been included for accessibility purposes, and will limit your experience.  Awaken in the center of a vast and mysterious underworld. Explore complex dungeons, overcome an onslaught of formidable platforming challenges, and discover powerful abilities in the hauntingly beautiful world of Chasm Shift… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CHASM SHIFT.

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  38. Experience bizarre moments, kill strange creatures, explore mysteries, and move forward in pixelated 2D. You are Lonker, a talented son of a missing king and your goal is to find your father! But he doesn't know what awaits him. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lonker.

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  39. Take command of the Wolf Knight to help him remember his dramatic past life through a story driven adventure and test your skills in this challenging Metroidvania game with die and retry platforming features happening in the fantastic 2D hand drawned world of Aurora. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wolf Knight Memoir.

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  40. What really is alchemy? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alchemonium.

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  41. The protagonist feels they can no longer endure life in this world. In a hotel-like room, they pick up a note they had prepared in advance — a note describing a method to go to another world. Following the instructions, they press the buttons, close the doors, and repeat. It seems as if nothing is happening — until the elevator suddenly falls. When they open their eyes, they find themselves in an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to How To Go To Another World.

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  42. "Descend into Hell, save lost souls! Inspired by Dante's Inferno, rescue tormented spirits, battle monsters from the void, and confront powerful bosses. Beautiful 2D visuals, harrowing journey. Will you rise as the ultimate Soulkeeper?" If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heaven & Hell vs The Void.

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  43. You Alone Can Defeat Evil is a gripping and challenging 2D top-down action-adventure game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to You Alone Can Defeat Evil.

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    The smoke is rising, will you survive its secrets or be consumed by the haze? Add the smoke to your wishlist now! Join the first wave of survivors to explore this dark and mysterious world before anyone else! The Smoke is a 2D Metroidvania-style game that will teleport the players into a universe of alchemy, magic, mystery, and straight-up shooting fun. The plan is to release The Smoke on PC, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Smoke.

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  45. Explore the abandoned mansion in the swamp Find the secrets and mysteries hidden in the mansion and face the dangers within. Confront the witches and take revenge on them for the terrors they caused in the past. Malleus Malleficarum is a metroidvania inspired by classics of the past, such as Metroid and Castlevania. With its retro visual style, feel a nostalgic effect as you find new weapons th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Malleus Maleficarum.

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  46. Pick up your sword as Evan, prince of the last kingdom with life within its borders. Embark upon an epic voyage to discover the hidden secrets behind the walls of the palace you've known since childhood. Test your mettle against enemies who have fallen to evil--pawns in the war between light and darkness. Only light can pierce the parasitical darkness, and only you can wield it. ExploreEmbark upo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Celestial Lumina.

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  47. Let's see how diligently you follow orders. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Writ.

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  48. The fourth installment of Swords & Bones immerses you in a new fantasy adventure, with pixel art in a side-scrolling action-platformer style. In this latest chapter, harness the power of magic to emerge victorious! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Swords & Bones 4.

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    52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Join Novak as he fights his way through hordes of fearsome monsters and unravel the mystery of monster resurgence in his land . Inspired by Metroidvania-style and hack 'n slash action rpg, Shikari Rising will plunge you into action and will test your mettle against extremely tough enemies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shikari Rising.

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  50. Step out of the shadow and set out on a dimly lit adventure with Kira in the pitch-black platformer, Dark Minute. Jump, dash, avoid spikes and run through the level to collect 3 energy cells and open the exit. You must be quick though - after 60 seconds the light goes out. Explore the dungeon of over 100 shadowy levels, navigate through underwater mazes, and piece together the alternative history … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DARK MINUTE: Kira's Adventure.

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