Video Game Proficiency Test
Examination for Players
For the Following Qualifications:
Hardcore Player status, Bragging Rights.
Time Allowed: 13 minutes, 37 seconds
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ANSWER ALL FIVE QUESTIONS:
QUESTION 1.
Below is a table of character match ups for …
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An open letter to Nintendo:
Dear Nintendo (umm Pokémon division?)
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Oh my holy mother of all that is pure and good!!
Marvel vs Capcom 2 on XBLA!!
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Defunct Games
