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+Starbugs
+===
+
+This is a stupid little game where you fly around and bump into asteroids and stuff.
+
+###Installation
+
+Clone the Git repository, install node.js version 5.6.0 or higher then run `npm install` in the project directory.
+
+###Running
+
+Run `node index.js`.
+
+Port 8080 must be open for people to play across the internet.
+
+###Controls
+
+WASD to move, mouse to aim and shoot.