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10 Games we’re looking forward to in 2014

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There comes a time in every gaming website’s calendar where we must look ahead to the future. To the games that excite us now, but that we have to wait patiently for. With many exciting upcoming releases, this is the short version of Lazygamer’s top ten picks for 2014! Also, we can’t count.

1. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt (PC, PS4 XB1)

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The Witcher 3 is set to be biggest open world RPG yet. Very little has been said about it, though both Darryn and Geoff are unnaturally excited for the game.  It will run on the new REDengine3 game engine and the story will be the conclusion of Geralt of Rivia’s story arc. There’s not much that needs to be said, come at us Witcher 3. 

2. Star Citizen (PC)star citizen

In scope alone, Star Citizen is worth keeping on your radar. It is a Space simulator (commerce and combat) FPS and is entirely crowd funded! Players will play through a single player campaign separate to the multiplayer world called ‘Squadron 42’ while co-operative online multiplayer will have its own persistent universe for battle and an extensive commerce system. It may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but its scale cannot be ignored. Cloud Imperium has a lot of Kickstarter backers eagerly awaiting the game’s release in Q4 of 2014.

3. Infamous: Second Son (PS4)infamoussecondson

The Infamous serious is well know for being a slick 3rd person action adventure game with superpowers as the hook. Second Son adds a new protagonist, Deslin Rowe, with the ability to control smoke and neon lights, with many more to be revealed. More Infamous please!

4. Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze (WiiU)

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Oh man, what a game DKC Returns was. Side scrolling platforming at its best with beautiful environment and level design by the lovely Retro Studios. DKC: Tropical Freeze for the WiiU is set to be another winner with the addition of Dixie Kong as a playable character and water levels! DKC being one of the few series to have enjoyable water levels. David Wise is also set to record the soundtrack! He scored the original Super Nintendo series across all three games. Every soundtrack he touches turns to gold and I cannot wait for him to step up to the plate once more.

5. Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number (PC,PS4,PSVita)

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We were blessed with the stylish and brutal Hotline Miami in October of 2012. With its addictive gameplay and ambiguous ending, this game is begging for a sequel. Although unscheduled for now, we eagerly await the release of Hotline Miami 2, hoping that it will keep the formula fresh with new gameplay elements.

6. Bayonetta 2 (WiiU)

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A third party developer on the WiiU?! This is madness! But seriously, this was a hell of an exclusive for Nintendo to land. Bayonetta on the PS3 and 360 was a huge hit with outrageous visuals and deeply satisfying combat system. It’ll be interesting to see what Platinum Games will do to complement the WiiU’s unique control scheme, among other additions, like multiplayer!

7. Dying Light (PC, PS3, PS4, 360,XB1)

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A new survival horror IP? With a focus on free running and crafting? After the mediocre Dead Island series, Techland has a lot to prove with this daring new IP. Let’s hope it’s a good one!

8. Titanfall (PC,360,XB1)

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An FPS with giant mech combat and free running. This is bound to be an amazing experience for all. Running on a custom source engine, Titanfall is a beautiful looking game. We hope that the hype from E3 was justified. Titanfall comes out March 13th in Europe.

9. Dark Souls II (PC,PS3,360)

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The soul crushing, yet highly rewarding third person action RPG is back for another installment in March 2014. With no intentions to change the already solid controls, we can expect Dark Souls 2 to not change up the formula too much. It’ll look a little nicer and possibly rebalanced with new enemies and bosses. Most importantly, it’ll be more of the Dark Souls we know and love.

10. Destiny (PS3, PS4, 360,XB1)

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Destiny is Bungie’s shiny new IP. Although not entirely a departure from their coveted Halo series, Destiny Brings RPG elements with classes in an always online MMO. Players will be automatically matched to complete missions with each other, in lieu of a traditional MMO. This is all wrapped up in an all new story with new lore and factions. We think it’s gonna be a hit!

11. Watch Dogs (PC,PS3,PS4,WiiU,360,XB1)

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Watch Dogs has been teased quite a bit. We saw a bunch of fancy trailers, and even a live walkthrough of an early mission. You play as hacker and vigilante Aiden Pearce in an open world alternate reality version of Chicago, Illinois. Every piece of technology in the city is controlled by a Central Operating System or CtOS. Aiden has the ability to hack into these computers in order to help complete his objectives. There are elements of parkour and cover based third person shooting as well. The concept of hacking isn’t new, but Ubisoft Montreal seems set on making the idea more than just a time wasting minigame. 

Last Updated: November 6, 2013

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  1. Nice list

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  2. Mark Treloar

    November 6, 2013 at 14:40

    The Division

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    • Admiral Chief Ninja

      November 6, 2013 at 14:41

      Yessir!

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    • ALKi1234

      November 6, 2013 at 15:23

      Just upgraded my internet to 4meg. I hope that’s going to be enough for this game.

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  3. Admiral Chief Ninja

    November 6, 2013 at 14:41

    EPIC list!

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  4. Milesh Bhana

    November 6, 2013 at 14:42

    Forza 5!

    (yeah, it’s 2013, but SA only gets XBONE in 2014, so it still counts)

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  5. NostalgicMossel

    November 6, 2013 at 14:43

    Witcher 3. I am so glad I played Witcher 2, it really impressed me. I’m playing Witcher 1 now and although the combat system is downright awful, the story is just so amazing! I really want to find out what happened leading up to the events of Witcher 2!

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    • NostalgicMossel

      November 6, 2013 at 14:47

      And seriously, who the fuck is Yennefer?!

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      • Brady miaau

        November 6, 2013 at 14:47

        Play the game, but you must be paying attention, if memory serves.

        *Edit* I can tell you what I remember, but A) removes your joy at finding more info and B) my memory may be wrong

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        • NostalgicMossel

          November 6, 2013 at 14:49

          Yeah I have serious ADD when it comes to rpg’s. One moment I know whats going on and then I cant even remember who that person was.

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          • Brady miaau

            November 6, 2013 at 14:49

            It is a problem sometimes when the story is vast and complex, with many sub plots and threads to be taken into account

          • NostalgicMossel

            November 6, 2013 at 14:51

            but what makes Witcher games awesome is the ability to check your journal and see who’s who. Or what’s what.

          • Brady miaau

            November 6, 2013 at 14:52

            Yeah, like in Dragon Age and Mass Effect. You ever do it? I do not, unless really, really confused. Could not be arsed. Playing a game and all that.

          • NostalgicMossel

            November 6, 2013 at 14:56

            haha I wanted to sound like the perfect fan! Alas, I’ve actually only used it once, was also super confused and couldn’t remember what the one person looked like. But I think I should use it more, it will enhance the experience.

          • Brady miaau

            November 6, 2013 at 14:56

            I think it will too. But sometimes I think they just chuck information at you for the sake of chucking information at you

        • NostalgicMossel

          November 6, 2013 at 15:16

          No please dont say anything. If I know what happens it usually ruins the experience.

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      • Alien Emperor Trevor

        November 6, 2013 at 14:48

        SPOILER: She’s Geralt’s main squeeze.

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        • NostalgicMossel

          November 6, 2013 at 14:49

          lol I figured that much! hehe

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          • Alien Emperor Trevor

            November 6, 2013 at 14:50

            I’ve read the books heh.

          • Brady miaau

            November 6, 2013 at 14:51

            Really? the translation did not get to you?

            I tried to read a few pages, but did not like the odd phrasing

          • Alien Emperor Trevor

            November 6, 2013 at 14:53

            No, I quite enjoyed them. I’m not sure if it’s the translation or that Eastern European authors have a different way of expressing themselves. Roadside Picnic was the same, as was another Russian fantasy series the name of which escapes me.

          • Acornbread

            November 6, 2013 at 15:28

            The humour is wicked smart.

        • NostalgicMossel

          November 6, 2013 at 14:50

          Also…but Triss… T_T

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          • Brady miaau

            November 6, 2013 at 14:52

            Memory loss at start of Witcher 1, remember

          • NostalgicMossel

            November 6, 2013 at 14:54

            But I’ve grown so attached to her! Although Geralt goes and shags every other wench in his path.

          • Brady miaau

            November 6, 2013 at 14:55

            Triss is an awesome character and I really, really like her a lot too.

          • Alien Emperor Trevor

            November 6, 2013 at 14:54

            Like anyone can love a red head…

          • NostalgicMossel

            November 6, 2013 at 14:57

            n Rooikop wat nie n@#$ se hare is gedye.

      • Acornbread

        November 6, 2013 at 15:25

        Read the books, they’re very good! Only 3 have gotten official english translations (which happen to be excellent) but the rest are pending. The Last Wish, Blood of Elves, Time of Contempt. Do it. 😉

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  6. ToshZA

    November 6, 2013 at 14:46

    I concur with most on this list. For the others, I don’t disagree, I just don’t own a Wii U.

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  7. Rags

    November 6, 2013 at 14:46

    Good list. Also eagerly waiting news on the unannounced new FPS from Epic Games. 😮

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    • Rags

      November 6, 2013 at 14:47

      On second thoughts, Dragon Age Origins should probably be in there somewhere? 😛

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  8. Trebzz

    November 6, 2013 at 14:46

    Great list and what about The Order? But yeah let’s see how many get delayed next year then :/

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  9. Brady miaau

    November 6, 2013 at 14:47

    Welcome Sir Stephen.

    And some good things out there. Titanfall, hmm, looks awesome.

    BUT Witcher 3, no doubt is IT

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  10. NostalgicMossel

    November 6, 2013 at 14:48

    Also, The Order 1886. Although it’s a filthy exclusive.

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    • ToshZA

      November 6, 2013 at 14:51

      If reviews for this game come in great, It’ll be the reason I decide on a PS4.

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      • NostalgicMossel

        November 6, 2013 at 14:52

        Agreed. Although my wallet doesn’t.

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      • Barbapapa

        December 5, 2013 at 14:09

        Deep Down = Free = my reasom for ps4
        And that nice looking Free Shooter.
        and more free good games with PS+

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  11. Alien Emperor Trevor

    November 6, 2013 at 14:49

    This Top 10 list is so awesome it goes to 11!

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  12. Alien Emperor Trevor

    November 6, 2013 at 14:50

    WITCHER 3 BESTEST.

    Ps. Fuck you Destiny.

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    • ToshZA

      November 6, 2013 at 14:50

      Ah Master Race. You poor souls.

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      • Alien Emperor Trevor

        November 6, 2013 at 14:51

        It’s okay, I have no.2 on the list to keep me warm. Although I thought it was actually coming out in 2015.

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        • ToshZA

          November 6, 2013 at 14:52

          1,2,8,9,10,11. All to keep me warm.

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          • Alien Emperor Trevor

            November 6, 2013 at 14:57

            1, 2, 9 & 11 are the ones I’m looking forward too on that list.

        • Captain GUZ

          November 6, 2013 at 15:19

          Gonna need to start saving for a new GPU for that baby(star citizen) when it comes out

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      • RinceandRepeat

        November 6, 2013 at 14:52

        Agreed 🙂

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        • Alien Emperor Trevor

          November 6, 2013 at 15:01

          Shut up soulless!

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          • RinceandRepeat

            November 6, 2013 at 15:05

            Sorry, no can do. I have a DESTINY to fulfil, one that sees me kicking you in the soul each day! KICK!

      • Captain GUZ

        November 6, 2013 at 15:18

        Nooooooo! I was so disappointed when I heard its only coming to console(less).
        been dripping for this game for the last 6 months since I saw the trailer

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    • RinceandRepeat

      November 6, 2013 at 14:52

      You called? HAHAHAHA!

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      • ToshZA

        November 6, 2013 at 14:53

        “Emperor, I am your Destiny!” *creepy breathing noises*

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      • Alien Emperor Trevor

        November 6, 2013 at 14:56

        I think I’ll stop saying I don’t believe in fate in favour of I don’t believe in destiny.

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  13. Kromas

    November 6, 2013 at 14:55

    Dragon Age!!!

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    • NostalgicMossel

      November 6, 2013 at 14:57

      lol everyone forgot about Dragon Age! Im also excited for that!

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      • Kromas

        November 6, 2013 at 15:11

        I think it is because it has been renamed to Bioware:Last shot at getting your fans back. 😛 Still looks pretty brilliant though.

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        • NostalgicMossel

          November 6, 2013 at 15:14

          Yeah must say it became very tiresome controlling 4 guys during battle. Especially against that dragon near the end in DA2. I fought for like 40 minutes due to pausing the whole time.

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  14. Umar Moe Moe

    November 6, 2013 at 15:02

    Lords of shadows 2, The Evil Withinand Dying Light, With Dying light being my main reason to go next gen

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    • TiMsTeR1033

      November 6, 2013 at 15:25

      Guessing you really liked Dead island..

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  15. Lourens Jordaan

    November 6, 2013 at 15:08

    You forgot about Call of Duty Black Ops 3000. And The Division.

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  16. CrasH

    November 6, 2013 at 15:08

    L4D3

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  17. Gr8_Balls_o_Fire

    November 6, 2013 at 15:09

    Isn’t the next Rocksteady Arkham releasing next year as well..?

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    • TiMsTeR1033

      November 6, 2013 at 15:23

      If it is anything like Origins do you really care?

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      • Gr8_Balls_o_Fire

        November 6, 2013 at 15:27

        I love Origins! For me it is the best of the three.

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        • TiMsTeR1033

          November 6, 2013 at 15:29

          Oh then I don’t know..

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        • JHN

          November 7, 2013 at 07:57

          I am busy playing it now and am really enjoying it!

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  18. Ultimo_Cleric N7

    November 6, 2013 at 15:18

    Destiny and Star Citizen……..win

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  19. NostalgicMossel

    November 6, 2013 at 15:24

    Am I the only one excited for the new Wolfenstein?!

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    • TiMsTeR1033

      November 6, 2013 at 15:29

      Not much news about it!

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  20. Devourer of Small Bunnies

    November 6, 2013 at 15:25

    Hey cool a reddit button

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  21. Devourer of Small Bunnies

    November 6, 2013 at 15:28

    Hmmm… Ill give Y/N in chronological order….
    Y
    Y
    Y
    N
    Y
    N
    N
    Y
    Y
    Y
    Y

    Also you lied. Theres 11 games. Bloody Ausies 😛 (couldnt tally up my Y/N’s lol)

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  22. Sir Rants-a-Lot Llew

    November 6, 2013 at 15:28

    STAR CITIZEN!!!!!

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  23. UltimateNinjaPandaDudeGuy

    November 6, 2013 at 15:31

    Diablo exp would replace Destiny for me mainly, because it is console only.

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  24. Anon A Mouse

    November 6, 2013 at 15:35

    I think I’m growing old. Nothing on that list really excites me. Sure I’ll probably pick up watch dogs but that’s about it. (Master race have a few titles I’d love to play though)

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  25. fidrildid6

    November 6, 2013 at 15:40

    I’m excited for Binding of Isaac Rebirth… so excited and starved of news. 🙁

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  26. Hammersteyn

    November 6, 2013 at 15:43

    No Killzone? O wait that’s this year 🙂

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  27. TrajanZa

    November 6, 2013 at 15:56

    11 games your looking forward to maybe

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    • Stephen Snook

      November 6, 2013 at 16:08

      Well, yeah, that’s the point of the list xD.

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    • Skyblue

      November 6, 2013 at 20:41

      Sourpoes, most of those look pretty amazing but for me it’s Hotline Miami 2.

      EDIT: and Star Citizen, The Witcher 3, Titanfall, Donkey Kong Country, Dark Souls 2, Destiny, Watch Dogs and inFamous 3…

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  28. oVg

    November 6, 2013 at 16:00

    Top Ten games for 2014 that will not require a day 1 patch… 0

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    • Brady miaau

      November 6, 2013 at 18:03

      Tetris
      Space Invaders
      Pacman
      Digger
      Digdug
      Xenix (AWESOME)
      Snake

      and three others

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      • oVg

        November 7, 2013 at 08:40

        LOL

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        • Brady miaau

          November 7, 2013 at 11:26

          Yip. but funny and sad all at the same time.

          Those games were so much simpler, so much less to go wrong than today.

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  29. BanditZA

    November 6, 2013 at 16:33

    Squadron 42 is the singleplayer campaign of Star Citizen NOT multiplayer 🙂

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    • Exalted Overlord Geoffrey Tim

      November 7, 2013 at 09:17

      ..That’s what it says. 😛

      Players will play through a single player campaign separate to the multiplayer world called ‘Squadron 42’ while co-operative online multiplayer will have its own persistent universe for battle and an extensive commerce system.

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      • BanditZA

        November 7, 2013 at 12:27

        Oh my bad >< I probably really misread since I was reading this article sleep deprived… Was reading this instead of studying XD

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  30. greatwyt

    November 6, 2013 at 16:34

    castlevania LoS 2?

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  31. flmboy

    November 7, 2013 at 09:04

    I really don’t care about the list, I just wanna know if you got Gootecks’s permission for using his picture.

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  32. DBL_ZA

    November 7, 2013 at 09:25

    Project CARS. It keeps getting delayed (now Q4 2014), but still amped for it. They aren’t allowing buy-in to the alpha/beta anymore, so I won’t get to test my shiny new ADSL line on it 🙁

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  33. Zoldog

    November 7, 2013 at 14:40

    How did Fifa 15 not make the list?

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  34. Bob Miles

    December 10, 2013 at 09:19

    In other words, crap….sigh

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  35. Mihir Kardile

    December 30, 2013 at 15:57

    hey admin of this page, just wanted the written permission from you saying that i am free to publish contents from this website.. i will mention your websites name in bold in the credits list….and even at the start of the video. i just wanted a written permission in short so that there are no copyright claims on my video just send me an e-mail. i want a reply by tommorow so that the video can be in the trending topics of 2014. my e-mail id is :- thelegendmk00@gmail.com please do reply on this email

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  36. FISHER_47!

    January 10, 2014 at 18:02

    I AM SOO EAGER TO PLAY WATCHDOGS !!

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