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2 Player only arcade game with one rule, don't explode.

Reviews: 7 user reviews — 86% — of 7 reviews
Released: 2017-10-15
Developer: Eldritch Heart Studio
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Mac

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