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was the only graphical version until a few months ago, and has naturally attracted the largest number of players. However, Begin 1 uses most of the same underlying code, and is one of very few strategic computer games which can be played by the blind. Restoring that functionality is a goal for Begin 3. Begin reportedly appeared in
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