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Rampant Arsenal rout Leeds to steady ship but Bukayo Saka injury a concern

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Good afternoon and welcome to Telegraph Sport’s live, minute-by-minute clockwatch for this afternoon’s Premier League fixtures, with six teams in action at 3pm, including league leaders Arsenal.

Mikel Arteta’s men will be looking to end their run of three league games without a win in their trip to Leeds United, following goalless draws against Liverpool and Nottingham Forest, and defeat against Manchester United last time out.

However, the north London side, who completed a perfect league phase in Europe on Wednesday, have the chance to restore their lead to seven points ahead of Manchester City’s visit to Tottenham and Aston Villa’s home tie with Brentford, both on Sunday.

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But they face a Leeds side who have proved incredibly tough to beat since Daniel Farke’s inspired switch to a back three at the end of November. The Yorkshire side have lost just one of their last 10 leagues, while going unbeaten at Elland Road since losing to Aston Villa over two months ago.

They start the weekend in 16th, within reach of Crystal Palace and Spurs, and just four points behind Bournemouth, who make the trip to bottom-of-the-table Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Andoni Iraola’s men plummeted down the table after a fast start this season, but have enjoyed somewhat of a resurgence in recent weeks, with 3-2 victories at home over Spurs and Liverpool either side of a 1-1 draw away at Brighton. The latest triumph over Arne Slot’s side came in the most dramatic fashion, with Amine Adli scoring a 95th-minute winner after his side had blown a two-goal lead.

Despite Wolves now languishing 17 points adrift of safety, Rob Edwards’ side have proved a tougher nut to crack of late, going four league games without defeat before their 2-0 loss at City last time out.

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Elsewhere, Everton make the journey to the South Coast to face Brighton, with David Moyes’ men starting the afternoon in 10th, two places and three points ahead of their opponents. With things remaining tightly congested in the top half of the table, Everton could go level on points with rivals Liverpool in sixth with victory at the Amex.

Brighton, meanwhile, have hit an incredibly sticky patch of form in recent months, with their defeat at Fulham last weekend meaning they have won just one of their last 10 league games, which has seen them drop to 12th after being as high as fifth at the end of November.

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Police appeal to find next of kin of Halliwell man, 85

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Bolton man arrested in fraud investigation by Yorkshire police

Christopher Hindley died in Halliwell, at Byland Close, on April 9.

Greater Manchester Police have confirmed there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.

A police spokesperson said: “Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace the family of a man from Bolton.

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“Anyone with information about Christopher’s next of kin and or family should contact the Police Coroner’s Office in Bolton on 0161 856 4687.”

Following their appeal, police are urging anyone who may know the next of kin or family of Christopher to get in touch.

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Pedestrians hit by vehicle mounting pavement in Peterborough

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Police are urging the public to share information

Two pedestrians were hit by a vehicle which mounted the pavement earlier this week. Now, police are urging the public to come forward with information to support their investigation.

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On Monday, April 6, two pedestrians were hit by a vehicle shortly before midnight. The crash happened on Cotterstock Road in Oundle, Peterborough between 11.30pm and 11.45pm, when a vehicle mounted the pavement.

Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact Northamptonshire Police on 101 or alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

Please quote incident number 26000196747 when providing any information to make sure it gets to the right person as quickly as possible.

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Family gathered in memory of Darlington man who died in custody

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A balloon release was held in Eastbourne Park on Friday (April 10) evening in memory of Keiron Gorringe, 31, passed away after suffering a medical episode at the Spennymoor police custody suite in the early hours of April 1.

His family believe he should have been safest in the care of the police after he was arrested.

A crowd gathered in the park at 6pm to light flares and hold up banners calling for “Justice 4 Keiron”.

Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe. (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe. (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

Speaking before the balloons were let off, his mum Louise Blakey and best friend Corinna Thompson, said: “We just want justice for Keiron and answers. This should never have happened, they have failed him and let him down.

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“It has been nearly two weeks now and we still don’t have him back or any answers as to how he died.”

Durham Police said this week it had referred itself to the police watchdog the Independent Office of Police Conduct (IOPC) which said it was investigating and would “look at the circumstances around the man’s death, including the actions and decision-making of police.”

Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe.Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe. Mum Louise (left). (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

It came just weeks after the death of his brother Kane Quinn, 26, after a suicide attempt on Valentine’s Day, leaving their family heartbroken.

It is understood Keiron was pulled over while driving and then arrested for a court-issued warrant for failure to appear the previous week. His family say this was due to him struggling with the death of Kane.

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An IOPC spokesperson added: “We are independently investigating after a 31-year-old man died while in the custody of Durham Constabulary.

Brothers Kane Quinn, 26, and Keiron Gorringe, 31 who died just over a month apart

“Following a referral from the force, IOPC investigators attended the scene and the police post-incident procedures to begin gathering evidence.

“At this stage, we have established the man was arrested by police in the early hours of April 1 and taken to the custody suite at Spennymoor.

“Shortly before 5am, the man appeared unwell in the cell and paramedics were called. The man sadly died at around 6.30am.

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“Our investigation, which is independent of the police, will look at the circumstances around the man’s death, including the actions and decision-making of police.

Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe. (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

“We have obtained initial statements from five officers and staff, and have secured body-worn video footage of the man’s arrest, as well as CCTV from the custody suite.

“Our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones, as well as all those affected by his death.”

Keiron’s mum Louise Blakey said he began to have seizures the Saturday before his death but doctors hadn’t been able to figure out why.

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She said he seemed himself the day after Kane’s funeral on March 30, but it was that night he was arrested and later died.

Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe. (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

Kane, Louise and Keiron

Paying tribute to the brothers, the mum-of-nine added: “It is just a living nightmare.

“I don’t know how to feel or what to do as in a way it just doesn’t feel real.

“Kane was Keiron’s first best friend. Kane lost his dad at the age of three and Keiron became a real father figure to him.

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“He definitely took Kane’s death the hardest, he just felt he had let him down and he couldn’t deal with it.

“He massively looked up to Keiron as a father figure and was so loved by so many. He kept everything to himself and was a massive loss. His funeral had a huge turn out and so many people were affected.

“Keiron was the life and soul of everyone’s party, he was loyal, respectful and always there for everyone.

“He had lost himself after Kane’s death as he partially blamed himself because he was the oldest and felt obliged to look after the full lot of us. He didn’t have any children but he always wanted one.

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“He now won’t get the chance.”

Keiron’s funeral will be held on Thursday, April 30 at 12pm leaving from his mams family home on Lawrence Street at 11.20am then towards Darlington crematorium.

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Epstein survivors’ calls for royal meet harder to ignore as US visit approaches

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“To every survivor of every kind of violence, many of whom have not been able to tell their stories or who have not been believed, please know that you are not alone,” the Queen told a reception at St James’s Palace, in a speech seen as a thinly-veiled reference to Epstein’s victims.

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Which? names Co Fermanagh resort as the UK’s ‘best hotel for 2026’

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Only one other hotel has achieved a 5-star rating in the past eight years

A Northern Irish resort has been named the best hotel in the UK by Which? Travel for 2026.

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Which?, the UK’s ‘independent consumer champion’, is known for its expert reviews, advice and investigations and has rated a Co Fermanagh hotel a rare 5-star rating.

Lough Erne Resort has been named the “best-rated hotel over the past year”, praised for its exceptional quality, value and guest experience.

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The distinction places it among a very select group, as only one other hotel has achieved the top score from Which? Travel in the past eight years.

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On their review criteria, Which? Travel said: “We do something a little differently when it comes to hotel reviews. Unlike most other UK travel magazines and newspaper travel sections, Which? Travel does not accept freebies.

“Regardless of the hotel we’re visiting, we book a standard double room online — just as you might — and never let on that we’re from Which? Magazine, even when we arrive for an undercover inspection. It’s all completely anonymous — no upgrades, sweet talk or special treatment.”

Set within the Fermanagh Lakelands, Lough Erne Resort was praised for delivering five-star luxury at outstanding value, with room rates noted at around £200 per night.

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Which? Travel described it as “the best-value stay in the country”, highlighting the Resort’s spacious lakeview rooms, elegant interiors, spa facilities, locally sourced dining and its spectacular setting overlooking Erne Lough and the Nick Faldo Championship Golf Course.

Gareth Byrne, General Manager at Lough Erne Resort, said: “This is an incredible honour for everyone at Lough Erne Resort.

“What makes this recognition especially meaningful is that Which? Travel’s reviews are conducted anonymously and independently, reflecting the real experience our guests have when they stay with us.

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“To be only the second hotel in eight years to receive a five-star rating from such a trusted consumer authority is truly special, and a wonderful testament to the dedication of our entire team.”

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Women’s Six Nations 2026: Will this be the biggest tournament ever?

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More eyes are on women’s rugby than ever before.

Following a highly successful Rugby World Cup last year, supporter numbers in the UK climbed from 7.94m pre-existing fans of women’s rugby to 13.21m, according to research commissioned by BBC Sport.

England’s victory over Canada in September’s final took place in front of 81,885 fans at Allianz Stadium – a record for a women’s rugby match and the second-highest attendance for a men’s or women’s World Cup final.

It was the most-watched women’s rugby match on UK television, with a record-breaking peak audience of 5.8m viewers. It also beat both the Six Nations and the British and Irish Lions’ winning tour of Australia to become the most-watched rugby match of last year.

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Rugby union was the second most-watched women’s sport in 2025, so with momentum at an all-time high, this year’s Women’s Six Nations is set to be comfortably the biggest yet in terms of crowd numbers.

Pre-tournament demand has already broken records, with all four home nations staging fixtures at their national stadiums.

The record crowd for a Women’s Six Nations game is 58,498 for the Grand Slam decider between England and France in 2023.

That record is set to fall, with more than 75,000 tickets sold for England’s opener against Ireland at Allianz Stadium on Saturday.

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“There is probably a line of thinking that audiences will just keep growing, but they are actually hard to maintain,” Rugby Football Union director of women’s rugby Alex Teasdale told BBC Sport.

“The role of the Red Roses as ambassadors has helped sustain some of that strong buy-in, and the fans have had a brilliant time.

“It has been really pleasing to see, but anyone involved in women’s sport knows it is not a given.

“You have to work hard to give fans a brilliant experience so they want to keep coming back.”

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Scotland will play their first Women’s Six Nations match in front of fans at Murrayfield when they host England next weekend.

Scotland women’s record home attendance of 7,774 was set at Hive Stadium in 2024, but more than 25,000 tickets have been sold for the fixture.

The expected record crowd will be the biggest for a standalone women’s sporting event in Scotland.

Ireland’s game against Scotland on the final weekend will be their first at the 51,711-capacity Aviva Stadium and their record home attendance of 7,754 is set to be smashed, with more than 16,000 tickets already reported to have been sold.

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Wales, who play Scotland at Principality Stadium on the opening weekend, are aiming to better last year’s record crowd of 21,186 for a Wales women’s team event on home soil.

Meanwhile, France will host England at the 42,115-capacity Stade Atlantique in Bordeaux in the final round, where they will hope to have a full house for a possible Grand Slam decider.

But will the entertainment on the pitch match the clamour for tickets?

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From compression boots to massage balm: The post-marathon recovery gear every runner needs

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You’ve just run 26.2 miles – your muscles deserve better than a hot bath. The Theragun PRO Plus combines six science-backed therapies in one device – percussive massage, near-infrared LED, vibration, heat, guided breathwork, and optional cold therapy (sold separately) – to target deep muscle soreness, ease stiffness in joints, and accelerate repair at a cellular level.

It delivers the equivalent of a 15-minute massage in two minutes. Your calves, quads, hips and hamstrings will be asking why you didn’t buy this sooner.

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Prince Harry being sued for defamation by kids charity, courts records show

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The Duke of Sussex co-founded the charity in 2006 with Prince Seeiso of Lesotho.

Prince Harry is being sued for defamation by the Sentebale charity, according to High Court records. Online court filings show the Duke of Sussex is a defendant in a libel or slander claim alongside Mark Dy

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The claim originally filed on March 24 but no documents are available at this stage. Harry co-founded the charity in 2006 alongside Prince Seeiso of Lesotho to support vulnerable children and young people affected by HIV/AIDS and poverty in Lesotho and Botswana.

However, he stepped down from his role as patron last year after a governance dispute. In a scathing joint statement, both princes said: “Nearly 20 years ago, we founded Sentebale in honour of our mothers.

“Sentebale means ‘forget-me-not’ in Sesotho, the local language of Lesotho, and it’s what we’ve always promised for the young people we’ve served through this charity. Today is no different.

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“With heavy hearts, we have resigned from our roles as patrons of the organisation until further notice, in support of and solidarity with the board of trustees who have had to do the same. It is devastating that the relationship between the charity’s trustees and the chair of the board broke down beyond repair, creating an untenable situation.”

The Duke supports a number of children’s charities and recently donated £1.1 million to Children In Need.

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Osteoarthritis affects around 600 million people globally. It causes pain, stiffness and reduced joint function – most commonly in the knees, hands and hips.

There’s currently no cure for osteoarthritis. Many people manage the condition through exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, using walking aids and medications.

Commonly used medications include anti-inflammatories and opioids. While these help some, they also carry downsides – including significant side-effects, particularly in over-60s, and risk of addiction from long-term opioid use.

Joint replacement surgery can be very effective for relieving pain and improving mobility, but waiting lists in the last two years hit an all time high, due to increasing demands and reduced capacity since the COVID pandemic.

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Surgery also carries risks such as infection, blood clots and nerve damage. Joint replacement surgery is typically suitable for those with advanced stage osteoarthritis.

So how else can osteoarthritis be treated?

Corticosteroid injections, commonly known as steroid injections or cortisone, have been used for joint pain for more than 70 years. They offer a rapid, effective way of reducing pain.

Corticosteroids are anti-inflammatory drugs able to reduce inflammation and pain associated with osteoarthritis. Injecting corticosteroid directly into the joint means it has maximum effect where needed, while minimising effects on the rest of the body.

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The effects of steroid injections can last for months, reducing the need for surgery and reliance on prescription drugs. Those most likely to benefit from steroid injections have persistent pain which disrupts sleep and function, and who find other medications unsuitable or ineffective.

But as effective as steroid injections can be, their effects will vary from person to person. They may not be as effective in severe cases of osteoarthritis, as they only reduce inflammation and cannot repair damaged or lost cartilage.

Steroid injections may also risk accelerating arthritis or causing bone problems in some people, particularly if used in high doses or too often. Routine use in early stages of osteoarthritis is therefore generally avoided. This is because steroid injections can damage cartilage and bone cells which may further weaken and damage the joint.

Steroid injections may also not be suitable for people already taking high doses of steroids for other health problems (such as rheumatoid arthritis or asthma), and those who have a weakened immune system or are otherwise unwell. Taking too much artificial steroid affects the body’s production of natural steroid, which is essential for our metabolism.

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Steroid injections may increase risk of infection following surgery if an injection has been given beforehand. For this reason, the majority of surgeons a minimum of three months between your last injection before surgery.

Although side-effects from steroid injections are fortunately rare, people need to be aware of these to make an informed decision about treatment. These can include: infection, allergic reaction, bleeding, bruising, skin colour changes, temporary flare in pain, bone and joint changes and increased blood sugar levels in those with diabetes.

Steroid injections should only be performed every three to four months.
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It’s advised that injections aren’t performed more than every three to four months to reduce risk of side-effects and accelerating the arthritis. With hip injections there is need to be more cautious due to risks of cartilage and bone damage from even just one injection .

Managing joint health

Depending on the country, you may be able to have a steroid injection done by your GP, a nurse or a physiotherapist.

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Within the UK, first contact physiotherapists working in primary care are accessible in the same way the GP is, many are trained and can offer early access to steroid injections. Injections may be provided within a GP surgery, however hip and spine injections are usually guided by ultrasound or X-ray imaging, which may only be available within a hospital.

Since injections can temporarily reduce osteoarthritis pain, this provides a window of opportunity within which to start exercising. Exercise is important for managing osteoarthritis, as it can strengthen joint-supporting muscles and reduce pain. Physical activity can even be beneficial for those planning to undergo joint replacement surgery as it can improve pain, function and length of hospital stay after surgery.

After injection, it’s recommended people initially rest for a few days, but then gradually increase the amount of exercise they undertake. A physiotherapist can advise on the best types of exercise you can do to help manage your osteoarthritis.

Addressing other contributing factors is essential for managing osteoarthritis, as well. There’s strong evidence linking various metabolic factors to osteoarthritis – such as obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. These factors increase inflammation within the body, which affects cartilage in joints. Losing weight where needed is also hugely beneficial in reducing strain on joints.

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For those who may not want to use steroid injections, there are other options.

Hyaluronic acid injections, for instance. These help our natural joint lubrication, called synovial fluid. In osteoarthritis, synovial fluid has less viscosity and levels are reduced. Hyaluronic acid is also believed to work as an anti-inflammatory.

Similar to steroid injections, they can reduce pain and increase movement and function. They may be more beneficial to people with earlier stage osteoarthritis and may theoretically have fewer negative effects to cartilage. There may also be value in combining the two types of injection.

Hyaluronic acid has a similar safety profile to corticosteroid, with few reported side-effects. It may, however, take up to 12 weeks for effects to show – though the benefits can last up to six months.

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Accessibility is limited in the UK, hyaluronic acid is not currently recommended within NICE guidelines, primarily due to cost effectiveness, so may only be available to those privately funding their care.

Joint injections are not a cure for osteoarthritis. They can have variable effects, and work best combined with other management approaches (such as weight loss and exercise). But with long wait times for surgery, they may offer a valuable way to reduce pain and manage the condition.

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Weird new indie game makes you complete Captcha tests to set fire to trees

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A modern nightmare (Black Tabby Publishing)

The creators behind 1000xResist have revealed new game Prove You’re Human, which turns one of the internet’s most annoying features into gameplay.

If you’ve navigated the internet at any point over the past decade, you’ve probably been asked to prove you’re a human being via a Captcha test.

These tests are designed to counter bots when making purchases online or logging into personal accounts, and usually ask you to select tiles with certain objects on them on a 3×3 grid, whether bridges or traffic cones, in order to prove you’re not dead behind the eyes.

If the idea of doing that consistently over a full game sounds like fun to you, a new title from Sunset Visitor, creators of the excellent 1000xResist, and the publisher behind Slay The Princess, is promising exactly that.

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Prove You’re Human follows a character who has been split into two – a human and a digital copy. The digital copy has been paid to test a corporate product called Mesa and is convinced it’s just as human as their other self.

As shown in the trailer, the game oscillates between life in the virtual world and live action footage of your human self. In the virtual realm, you roam around and use Captcha on parts of the environment, including trees which suddenly set ablaze, and other more abstract items.

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The trailer’s increasingly psychedelic closing half suggests there’s more going on than meets the eye, but according to the Steam description, the end of the game will see you ‘decide if you’d like to re-merge your two selves or discard your work self’. So it’s all very Severance.

There is no release date yet for Prove You’re Human, so it will likely be a while off yet, and it’s only confirmed to come out on PC via Steam. But given the developer’s track record it should be worth waiting for.

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Prove You’re Human was revealed as part of the Triple-i Initiative Showcase on Thursday evening, but there were several other standout games, including Graveyard Keeper 2, Don’t Starve Elsewhere, and rhythm beat ’em up Dead As Disco, which hits early access on May 5, 2026.

For fans of indie tabletop horror game Buckshot Roulette, developer Mike Klubnika also revealed his next game called Machine Party, which basically looks like a crossover between Mario Party and Saw. It’s slated to be released this summer on PC.

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