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elect.horse launches as apparent copy of gerrymandle.com puzzle game

Regular players express disappointment and withdrawal

3 Oct 30 8:57 AM · 12d ago · 2 comments · 1 source · development 3 of 5

Users who play both games report the resemblance damages their respect for enclose.horse, with one daily player saying the apparent imitation makes them 'less inclined to continue playing enclose.horse,' comparing it to joke-stealing among comedians.

“It's akin to joke stealing among comedians. It makes you lose respect for the joke stealer, even if their original stuff is good.”

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realmofthemad gerrymandle.com developerEnclose.horse owners Owners of enclose.horse, operators of elect.horse

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