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“Forcing your spouse to stop doing that bad habit that drives you crazy, or making your kid be better at math or at art or at swimming, or making your parents or your in-laws not be annoying in the way that they're annoying, these are sometimes doomed goals.”

Quote by Ian Bogost

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Ian Bogost is a renowned video game designer born on December 30, 1976. His work is known for its deep exploration of game mechanics and player experience, spanning multiple platforms and genres. more

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