This doesn't make much sense, so consider it iffy. The Inquirer says the buzz around the UK is that reviewers are being given games for free, but only if they agree to give the title a certain score. It seems like a mighty unlikely business practice, since their cover could be blown so easily. Reviewing is an iffy enough profession, without this kind of controversy. The writer concludes with the wise statement,"Next time I'll think twice before I cash out for a game, based on a review."
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