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Why broken games get the same apology graphic

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The modern digital release cycle heavily relies on an emergency public relations template. When a highly anticipated title launches in a completely broken state, studios immediately pivot to posting somber, black-background text graphics on social media, begging the furious community for patience.

Why broken games get the same apology graphic
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