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“Japanese gamers hate American games.” So goes one of gaming’s most enduring misconceptions. As with all clichés, there is some kernel of truth to the idea that Japanese video game enthusiasts look ...

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During the game's demo, enter Ctrl + E to begin the game's editor. From here you can alter levels, begin from any level, and various other features not related to gameplay. Hold Select and press A (up ...