2023’s gaming sensations: From BGMI to The Last of Us

By Vivek Dubey By Vivek Dubey CNBC-TV18.com CNBC-TV18.com Published Dec 13, 2023 Published Dec 13, 2023

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Craft Your Magic

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Apocalyptic Odyssey

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Daily Brain Teasers

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Thrilling Mobile Warfare

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Galactic Exploration Unleashed

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Create, Fight, Conquer

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Quirky Japanese Adventures

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Dark Fantasy Mayhem

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Immersive Robot Rampage

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Survive Cannibal Horde

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