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Dark Quest 4 unashamedly riffs on Hero Quest, and the fourth installment promises 30 quests of turn-based tactical adventure.

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Until the Florida Gators reach the magical threshold of six victories to gain bowl eligibility, every loss brings them closer to the brink of a losing season. With ...