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joystiq.com - 2/11/2009

Blockbuster integrates games into Total Access subscription

— joystiq.com — Blockbuster announced today that it will begin offering game rentals as part of its Total Access online... movie rental service. The company will start a pilot program during its second quarter, with a goal of implementing the integrated system ... (more) Blockbuster integrates games into Total Access subscription

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