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However, interviews reveal ambivalence: 6 of 8 respondents doubted these campaigns affect Sony but participate for “community bonding” (User_7F). A unique feature is the #copium channel—a playful space where members post memes about “Coping for a port.” Common tropes include “Geoff Keighley announces Bloodborne PC at The Game Awards” (always false) and “My uncle at Sony says next week.” Newman, J
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