March 24, 2023

Our Life: Baxter DLC Build 1.6.8B 🍰 (PC, Mac, & Android)

Alright everybody, this should be the penultimate beta for Baxter! Step 3 was finished before and now there's a very good amount of Step 4 to experience. But, as you might be able to tell from the screenshot, Baxter's not gonna make things easy. For the MC or himself. Good luck, ahah. 

Windows/Linux Download Link 

Mac Download Link 

Android Download Link  

Important Notes To Play the Beta:

  • You access Baxter's Step 3 Moments by clicking a yellow button on the right hand side of the Moment Selection Screen.

  • The extra Step 3 scene for Baxter in the 'and then summer ended' section happens after the credits!

  • You need to play all of Baxter's Step 3 Moments to get the option to play Baxter's Step version of Step 4.

  • Baxter's DLC begins in the Step 3 opening. You can play from the beginning of the story until that point or start a new file and use an option at the start of the beta to skip right to Step 3.

  • Save files from this beta won't work in other beta builds or the main game. You can load saves from the main game in the beta but you need to play Step 3 from the beginning to see the new content.

New Content:

  • A large portion of Baxter Step 4 was implemented

  • Over 51,000 words of new content was added in total

  • The Baxter DLC should work with Cove's content in terms of logical continuity, though more bonus alterations may be added over time

  • Missing and incomplete art from prior builds got added

  • Errors were fixed from the previous beta

I hope the continuation of his story was worth the wait, especially after how things worked out in Step 3. Baxter loves to be unique and his DLC is quite different from everything else in Our Life. Thank you for all of the feedback so far!

Comments (86)

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Joy T. · April 16, 2023

"...Baxter's not gonna make things easy. For the MC or himself." I should have taken that warning more seriously. #heartbroken

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Nikkisama · April 10, 2023

I underestimated how hard Baxter was gonna make this for me and there's a few times I wish I could slap or shake Baxter due to all the whiplash. Honestly, would love an eyeroll, scoff, or other obviously offended option after Baxter's "explanation" when you get him to take a "break" after the Xake visit.

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lvpkjm · April 4, 2023

AHH omg ive been waiting for a baxter DLC since i discovered the game and fell in love with him :') i was going to wait til the official release but i couldn't resist playing the beta anymore!!

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EsaMoos · April 4, 2023

Just played the DLC for Baxter and I love it! I am a sucker for angst and heart wrenching romances, so the storyline is top tier for me! I just hope he gets a small spicy scene like we did with Derek's DLC >_< I think my only disgruntle was the drinks DLC there was a lot of dialogue for the drink show and it became a bit tedious for me. All in all, I can not wait for the final release its going to be amazing!

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Vera · March 30, 2023

Finally was able to play this..... and i dunno.....

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drop · March 29, 2023

I've been living for the angst choices... letting the sad flow through me has been so fun! Excited for the next part of the beta

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Summer Rose · March 26, 2023

Just finished the beta and oh how my heart aches for Baxter, I just wanna wrap my arms and legs around him and never let him go, I want to give him sweet kisses all over and tell him everything is alright. You and your team are doing such amazing work and really do know how to make me feel for this man 💘 He tries so hard to be professional but just can't help himself around MC but also won't allow himself to get caught up in the feelings as well 😭

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DenserHawk · March 26, 2023

The way this man still has a chokehold on me, even after the way things ended in Step 3. The amount of times I wished there was an option to slap him, and other times wanted to just give him a hug, were too numerous to count. He's world's away from how things can end with Derek, that it's like an entirely different story. It must be true, because I think I'm tearing up a lot more here, and for different reasons still. I don't think my heart is ready for what's still to come. I'll be waiting with bated breath. Thank you for bringing this story to life, it'll be something I'll always remember.

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muchadoabouteverything · March 26, 2023

This Beta was just *chef's kiss* !!! I am hoping for a little revival of the "in for a penny, in for a pound" line he said a few times in Step 3, but that's just because I'm a sucker for the sentimental <3 thank you for all your hard work!

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MaskyArt · March 26, 2023

Omg I am so in love with the Baxter Demo (Even if he is mean) My only problem is if you are in step 4 and you baking with Baxter (The part where you answer of you are good at baking) it either crashes or says An exception has occurred. And its annoyed me cuz I'd never gotten this before and I wanna know what happens T-T

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Tiara Sanders · March 26, 2023

If you got the same one I did there should be an "ignore" option you can click

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Anna Bia · March 26, 2023

I've just found out that if we tell Baxter he is our first crush (right now) he doesn't ask us to start dating and i am SCREAMING!!!!

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Konoi Kurozora · March 26, 2023

You mean, if the MC tells Baxter they started crushing on him when meeting during Step 3 instead of the crush having started in Step 2?

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rome🐚 · March 26, 2023

he makes me so viscerally angry because that is also exactly how i used to be i am so upset

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standby907 · March 26, 2023

More story with This Man is the perfect early birthday present, I played until it was actually my birthday.

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GB Patch · March 26, 2023

Happy birthday ^^!

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V · March 25, 2023

i'm someone who also struggles with the urge to distance myself, and it's worse when i'm with people i really care about. trauma does funny (read, awful) things to the way our brains work sometimes, and it's so nice to see this represented in such a great way with baxter. when i first saw that scene in the wedding dlc when you practice dancing with him and he says the line about wanting to be liked but not being able to be important, i legit cried so hard. OL is the first time i've seen that kind of behavior represented in a way that you're allowed to be okay with, and baxter has come to mean so much to me since then. i'm so excited to finally be able to get my hands on this dlc, i almost can't believe how close it is to being complete! thank you so much for writing such realistic, beautifully flawed, and wonderfully relatable characters for us <3

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Brianna · March 25, 2023

Is the beta supposed to end suddenly in the middle of the apartment scene? (I wouldn't mind since it is already longer than I could've hoped for! But for me it ends on an exception error which feels odd, but maybe not??)

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Tiara Sanders · March 25, 2023

It does end in the apartment, I got the error as well but you can click "ignore" to get the rest of the Beta apartment scene

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tsuntoast · March 25, 2023

The entire time I was screaming internally. this is such a good beta drop and I cannot wait for more and to continue supporting the release <3

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Syadene · March 25, 2023

wow. that's all I have to say. wow. now, I love angst, don't get me wrong but the amount of times I almost cried because of some of the scenes is just- god you've done such an amazing job bringing Baxter to life, his character is just so thought out and well written, I would never have thought he'd be such a complicated character a few months ago, now I just can't stop thinking about him, trying to figure out what was the cause of this distancing thought process he has, not wanting to be close to anyone, even his parents? did something happen to him? was this just something he developed over the years? I have so many questions. I just want to hug him again and tell him it's gonna be okay.. even though he seems to hate being comforted and opening up to people D': I absolutely cannot wait until his full dlc is released, but for now, I'm gonna go replay this update a few times over. back to crying for me!

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Kelsey Garland · March 25, 2023

I stayed up till 5am so I could finish the beta. The only errors I saw was when the word fiancé was used it would capitalize the e lol. I loved it so much. When I reached the part that is end currently I was sad to be left on a cliff hanger haha

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Kim Heartfilia · March 25, 2023

Okay, this cinches it: Baxter is the MVP of Our Life. He is such a chad and such an interesting, complex character I can't even nmsagdhjkgasd

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vinea · March 25, 2023

This update...This update...*chefs kiss* The face Baxter made when he was sitting and heard MC's voice again- At first I thought about being petty and telling Jude and Scott what Baxter said about them in Step 3, but that might be too petty so I decided not to. The Baxter and MC interactions were hard. The way his face dropped when MC could say they missed him hit. However, it is a very awkward situation for both of them for different reasons. When the bowling part happened, it really hit how awkward the whole situation was. You have two couples(Terry and Miranda, Jude and Scott) but Baxter and MC are exes. Awkward exes. MC wanting to talk and Baxter keeps his distance. I will bonk him with a rolled-up newspaper! Although it was nice to get little moments between them, where they talk a little and catch up. I thought the talk in Baxter's apartment was nice because it does give us a little insight on things. We will finish the talk later, Baxter! I did find one bug: In the bowling alley where MC has the option to bring up how Baxter never wanted to eat there before it said an exception occurred. Then Baxter's mouth disappeared for a little bit before returning.

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Anna Bia · March 25, 2023

Oh his face when he heard MC voice was really amazing, it made me emotional not gonna lie 🥲 i can't wait for mooore, that cliffhanger almost killed me, i know this update was HUGE but i need more already!

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Konoi Kurozora · March 25, 2023

Aah I'm now done with the update. And man, it STILL ends on a cliffhanger. Admittedly not as bad as the end of Step 3, but still! But that doesn't mean it wasn't awesome, cause it was! It's interesting because I still can see that I understood Baxter pretty well as a person, and his behavior doesn't surprise me or anything, but at the same time, I really didn't expect the exact way they'd be reunited (I knew it was the mariage, obviously, but the details were vague to me), and I also didn't expect how the circumstances would make it hard to try and find time to really discuss things - obviously it's due to the very tight deadline for the mariage preparations. I have to say, I really like the dynamic going on here after the more "positive" outcome of Step 3's ending. The fact there is no animosity, and clearly a sincere happiness to see each other again, but at the same time the awkwardness due to the situation and to Baxter's inabitily to deal with personal things make it so interesting. Especially with a MC such as mine, where the banter just comes out so naturally no matter what, more and more often. This is all so exciting! That aside, I didn't have any bugs or anything I believe, but in some instances "fiancé" was written "fiancÈ" - I will be replaying so I'll add the exact moments this happened a bit later.

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allie_ozS · March 25, 2023

Hh I don't usually send a long comment, but I just have to do it because I couldn't contain myself! I just finished playing the beta update. I gasped audibly when he appeared for the first time in step 4. I'm probably overreacting, but I cried at Baxter and my mc's reunion. I can't believe I could have this kind of reaction, but I guess the emotions from the characters were palpable, so I got carried away. Thank you very much for this month's beta update, gbpatch team. I'll just be here, doodling more b-man to cope with my brainrot.. while in my pool of tears.. patiently waiting. See you next month. 💙

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Kelsey Leigh · March 25, 2023

It's 3:30 in the morning and I'm losing my mind over "no, for now"

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Joonie · March 25, 2023

This beta was a roller coaster... my heart(❁´◡`❁) I'm glad he's opening up more and was happy to see us again 🍰

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sarah marie · March 25, 2023

it was amazing, seriously amazing. im usually just a silent supporter (other than forcing all of my friends to have the same obsession with this game as i do). but i couldnt help but say how amazing this was. i cannot wait for the demo to be completed. im so excited !!

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Joonie · March 25, 2023

share friend, share! :D

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Anna Bia · March 25, 2023

Oh and God i thought Derek needed terapy but Baxter is a whole other level, that boy needs help

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Anna Bia · March 25, 2023

Ah and i really loved we could recognize Xavier! It was amazing! And i love them so much,only have them for a day but i would kill and die for them

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Anna Bia · March 25, 2023

Dear Lord i want more already! This was amazing! And why being hurt/mad at him made the story so much better them being fine? 😅🤣

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MxDeadTired · March 25, 2023

Baxter is breaking my HEART and I'm torn between loving and hating him for it. I can't wait for the full version to come out! So excited to see if we can get it through his stubborn head that the relationship could work

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fernisoffline · March 25, 2023

LOVE LOVE LOVED this demo so fucking much ugh but also I've only had Scott for one day but if anything happened to him I would kill everyone in this room and then myself

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Joonie · March 25, 2023

We must protect Scott

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arty · March 25, 2023

the beta was so bittersweet. baxter DEFINITELY didn't make it easy LOL. i wanna know if he kept the souvenir you can give him in step 3

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Flightwings · March 25, 2023

Me before: Yes!!! I’m ready for the drama, bring it!!! Me after, sad ball on the floor: Why can’t we be happy ;-;

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Yuri · March 25, 2023

the way i shouted no when it ended, baxter please, let me love you

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Kelsey Leigh · March 25, 2023

Best gift I could get to start my birthday weekend! Thank you!!

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Angelina · March 25, 2023

Just finished it and omg what a rollercoaster so far. I just want to smooch already!! Baxter let me love you damn it

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Bex · March 25, 2023

Baxter you confused my brain!! Thanks so much :)

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Julchen · March 24, 2023

I wanted to sleep but now i have seen this 😅

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mia · March 24, 2023

OH MY GOD THIS WAS SO GOOD first of all, i can't tell how surprised and happy i was to see how long this beta was. every time i thought it was over it would just keep going ?? so thanks to you and your team for this unfathomable amount of work ! next : oh my god this reunion was everything i hoped for. i had the ""bad"" step 3 ending, and i really love the fact that my character's dynamic with baxter was completely different from the one you can have with the other LIs, even (or especially) if that means things are more difficult. i really got the enemies to lovers i always dreamed of lol, and to be honest i really had fun with the drama and tension between my MC and baxter, because it made the slow burn way more satisfying. seeing them both slowly open up to each other again was so amazingly compelling, i really felt the evolution in their relationship and it was really great. i also really love the fact that we're able to explore baxter's insecurities even more than during step 3. i think he's the our life's character i can relate the most to, and it feels so bittersweet to recognize myself in what he's saying lol. i just want to hug him and be able to tell him i'll love him unconditionally, please TT btw, he keeps eluding to his relationship with his parents, so i wonder if we'll ever bring that subject up at some point ? ah and also, i love love LOVE the fact that we're retracing all the step 3 moments (the bowling, the crafts store, the ice cream, the late-night baking) all over again, it really feels like we're closing this page in the best way possible. i predicted the cake thing would happen, so i wonder if we're going to go to the mountains again ? baxter DID mention he would love this S/O to surprise him with a little vacation so... anyway i still have a lot to say but i already talked way to much lol. all this to say that this was an incredible beta, there's not much time before the actual dlc is out and i can't wait to play this all over again with the finished piece. thank you so much for all your incredible work !! <3

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Tiara Sanders · March 25, 2023

I had the bittersweet ending with him and despite my MC being super laid back and understanding there was one moment she was ready to slap him. She agreed to the idea of meeting up with Xavier again which he didn't seem happy about since she "would be leaving" after the wedding. If she had the option she likely would have smacked Baxter upside the head and tell him he doesn't get to decide if she and Xavier become friends or not and if Xavier was okay with it she would visit them with or without him. She did tease and bring up some past moments but never has/had the intention of pushing him. If he wished to go silent again after this she wouldn't like it, it would hurt, but she would respect his boundaries. The bakery moment however made her feel ready to throw hands. Baxter was very fortunate that wasn't an option 😂

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ian · March 24, 2023

Thank you for your hard work! Will be exploring this on the weekend ehehe >:))

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ian · March 24, 2023

best for who, bish? i’ll fight u /lh

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ClumsyCat · March 24, 2023

Everyone talking about their birthday... mines in a week, so thank you as well ☺️

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GB Patch · March 24, 2023

Happy almost birthday!!

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Mialiya · March 24, 2023

Oh, yay! I didn't play all the way to the end of Step 3 because I knew it'd be too hard for me if it stopped there. Now I can keep going! 😊 Thank you!

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Mary Elizabeth · March 24, 2023

My birthday was this past Wednesday, and this is what I wished for! (specifically, I was hoping it would be out for my birthday week, and it is!) 😊🎂

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GB Patch · March 24, 2023

Happy belated birthday ^^

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Tiara Sanders · March 24, 2023

This screencap just became so much more amusing considering a line he can use in the performance you attend in the "Drinks" moment

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Katie Q. · March 24, 2023

happy day!!!!

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Luna · March 24, 2023

don't worry Baxter! I totally won- I mean I will follow as u say...~

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Gianna Figueroa · March 24, 2023

I was about to download the old demo this morning and was like "nah, wait for the new one" turns out I didn't need to wait much 🤭 Thanks as always, GB!

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Konoi Kurozora · March 24, 2023

Aaah thank you so much! I will be playing as soon as I can! I'm sad I have some work to do first, but oh well, it'll be my reward.

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Joonie · March 24, 2023

It's finally here (ToT) 🌼✨️ thanks GB, hope you feel better soon!! Ginger tea is heckin good for when ur sick 🍵

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Hanna Mae · March 24, 2023

OMFG YAY 🥹 thank you for your hard work!! I’m so excited. I’ve been replaying all the routes (+Baxter beta) over and over in prep for the final release. This is an amazing start to the weekend for me ♡

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Brooketayy · March 24, 2023

I was going to wait until the release to play any of Baxter’s DLC, but seeing all of the recent posts on it has me caving😭😭 I might just have to go ahead and play it later😆

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DarlaBubbles · March 24, 2023

Is this a belated birthday gift?! I feel so blessed.😭

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GB Patch · March 24, 2023

Happy belated birthday!

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elyelysia · March 24, 2023

YEAAAAAH I JUST GOT OUT OF WORK THIS IS PERFECT TIMING

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Lívia · March 24, 2023

I'M SO EXCITED!!!!!

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HeyItsBrii · March 24, 2023

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!

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wanderer · March 24, 2023

ABSBBEHDBDB AAAAA

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asleepyromantic · March 24, 2023

Ahhhh thank you for your hard work!! I'm so happy!! Time for me to listen to "the 1" by taylor swift lol

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Amanda · March 24, 2023

Once again I feel like I'm ready, but I'll bet that I'm not 🥲 so excited for this one

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Sepharaaa · March 24, 2023

IM SO EXCITED IM GONNA POOP

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Rhayne · March 24, 2023

I want to wait for the release, I didn't even play the last beta. BUT I GOTTA KNOW HOW THIS REUNION GOES

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waterjelly · March 24, 2023

I've been feeling super sick today so this is such a great distraction for me! Thank you guys again for all your hardwork!

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GB Patch · March 24, 2023

I hope you feel better!

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Supershybutpushingthroughit · March 24, 2023

Groveling isn’t enough. I need to fist fight Baxter. *joking……mostly* Why does this ridiculous man insist on being so DISTANT 😡🤬

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Cynoma · March 24, 2023

Omg yay! Something to motivate me to finish the day of work happily!

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Dankcubus · March 24, 2023

Yeeeeesssssss happy tears

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Reiskirsche · March 24, 2023

OMG LETS GOOOOOOOOOOO... but the again do I really wanna play after the pic the DLC is posted with? I dont know if my heart is strong enough

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Sam · March 24, 2023

I'M SO READY, THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK 🥰😭

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Rachel · March 24, 2023

PPPAAAIINNNNN

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arty · March 24, 2023

the way my heart stopped when i saw this.

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rome🐚 · March 24, 2023

SCREAMS

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Rayna · March 24, 2023

AHHHHHHH THIS IS EXCITING

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Kayla Xiong · March 24, 2023

AKDKFKKFEOWORJFHBSS

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Kaitlin Anderson · March 24, 2023

NOOO IM OUT OF STATE WITHOUT MY COMPUTER!!! 😭😭😭😭

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My World · March 24, 2023

SCREAMING

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Piñata · March 24, 2023

OMGGG