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Staying Alive: How Obsidian, Robot, and Double Fine Have Defied the Decline of Mid-size Studios
Whereas some mid-size studios have struggled, these three have thrived. Here's how they're doing it.
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My First Encounter with the Saints
Ahead of the impending release of Saints Row IV, Pete looks back at this odd series' third installment.
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