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Downtime
The author's response to an inquiry into how people spend their time when not playing games or engaged in other activities for enjoyment but that are more focused on storytelling than gameplay itself; they propose engaging with friends by sharing misadventures and discussing important topics, taking a break from game-related responsibilities.
Price:
$3.00
Rating:
5.00 (from 1 reviews)
Published:
Updated:
27 July 2023 @ 07:31
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