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Disco Elysium

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Disco Elysium
9/10
Top Critic Avg: 92/100 Critics Rec: 96%
Released
October 15, 2019
ESRB
M For Mature 17+ due to Blood, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Use of Drugs, Violence
Developer(s)
ZA/UM
Publisher(s)
ZA/UM
Engine
Unity

Platform(s)
PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Stadia
How Long To Beat
23 Hours

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