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24 alternatives to The Game

Penetrating the secret society of pickup artists

Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes. The Game launched in 2015; newer entries below may have overtaken it.

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   The Game: Penetrating the Secret Society of Pickup Artists▲68

   The psychology knowledge for effective communication

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    Future Crimes▲64

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    Who Gets What - And Why▲62

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    Boys Among Men▲67

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