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+<!---
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+THIS IS NOT A SUPPORT FORUM, FOR SUPPORT GO TO:
+https://forums.rpcs3.net
+or our discord:
+https://discord.me/RPCS3
+
+PLEASE READ THE GUIDELINES BEFORE OPENING AN ISSUE:
+https://github.com/RPCS3/rpcs3/blob/master/CONTRIBUTING.md
+
+====================================================
+
+When submitting an issue, please check the following:
+
+- You have read the above.
+- You have provided the version (commit hash) of RPCS3 you are using.
+- You have provided sufficient detail for the issue to be reproduced.
+- You have provided system specs.
+- Please also provide:
+  - For crashes, a backtrace.
+  - For graphical issues, comparison screenshots with real hardware.
+
+Remember that the GitHub Issue Tracker is not the place to ask for support or to submit Game Compatibility reports. You must use our forums for that.
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