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  1. #1
    Diadoku Gaining momentum

    A calm diamond logic puzzle for iPhone and iPad. Place one diamond in every row, column and color region, with no two diamonds to…

    By diadoku • Puzzle, Cozy, Minimalist
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    Pokemon Arena 2D Gaining momentum

    Free real-time 2D Pokemon battle arena in your browser: 1,000+ Pokemon, gym bosses, online 1v1. No download, works on mobile.

    By poke2darena • Action, Fighting
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    Sauna Simulator Gaining momentum Verified developer

    Run your own sauna: buy a room, equip it with an oven and start earning money from it. Hire employees, ensure safety and, of cour…

    By S1NGLE • Simulation, Management
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