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We present a system for predicting gaming related\u00a0properties from Twitter profiles. Our system\u00a0predicts various traits of users based on the tweets publicly\u00a0available on their profiles. Such inferred traits include\u00a0degrees of tech-savviness, knowledge on computer\u00a0games, actual gaming performance, preferred platform,\u00a0degree of originality, humor and influence on others. 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