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Rockstar aims to fuel gaming fans with Xbox on-pack promo

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Energy drink brand Rockstar has entered a new Xbox partnership, which includes bespoke limited edition cans, unmissable Xbox prizes, and a trail 1-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate membership. Available until 31 December, limited-edition cans will feature bold artwork from the three iconic games: Halo Infinite, Fallout and Elder Scrolls Online. Each can includes a QR …

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