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Golden Joysticks
The 26th Golden Joystick Awards ceremony takes place in London at the end of this month. Unlike the Baftas, which are judged behind closed doors by industry professionals, the Joysticks are voted for by members of the public, a barometer that's truly keeping it real. The recently announced shortlists supplied few surprises, with Activision's all-conquering Call Of Duty 4 receiving nine nominations. Next in line for the mass love were Halo 3, Grand Theft Auto 4 and Guitar Hero III with four, five and seven nominations respectively. Without any of the shortlists featuring Rick Astley or any rank outsiders, it's unlikely to generate the usual flashmob web-voting hilarity, but there's still time to make your voice heard before winners are announced on Sep 31.
· Vote at goldenjoystick.com
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