Came to Hijinx Hotel and it was such a fun, chaotic game experience. We did the 30 minute session which ended up being about 5 different games. Spoilers ahead!!!! First off, the waiting area upstairs is already part of the experience. There's a free photo booth which is sooo cute and it actually leads into a bar which I did not expect at all. The whole place has this super extra, overstimulating decor but in a fun way. First game was basketball where you're just shooting into multiple hoops with these tiny balls. It was fun but probably the weakest one. The balls were hella bouncy and it didn't really match the whole hotel theme. Next was this huge tile room where you have to step on the colors it tells you. This one was SOfun and we were so close to getting a high score. Then we did the pool room which was the ball pit room where you have to throw balls into holes that light up. Not too hard but some of those holes are sooo tall!! highly recommend bringing a tall friend. After that we went into this kinda creepy room with a pig and you had to guide a metal rod through without touching the rod. I was sooo bad at this one because my hands are shaky and I kept messing up but the more u complete the more points u get. Last one was like a diner dash vibe where you're feeding guests and matching food to what's on the screen. At the end it prints cute receipt with all your points for each game and its one of my fave things of the experience. Overall I really liked the experience. The vibes are super unique and immersive even if a couple games don't fully match the theme. I would definitely come back to try the other rooms and see what else they have. read more

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The place is super cute! We went to the speakeasy (located upstairs) and it was nice vibes and they have specific speakeasy alcohol menu. I ordered the Watermelon Fling, and it was a good refreshing drink. After that, we went downstairs to the main bar and ordered Loaded Brisket Fries and Apple A Day drink. The Loaded Bristet Fries were really good, but the sauce was a bit sweet. The Apple A Day was okay, it tasted watered down to me. Overall, cute place to hang out and chill. Recommendation(s): - Loaded Brisket Fries - Watermelon Fling Service: 5/5 Tip(s): - Park near the movie theater - Restrooms available - Speakeasy is located on the 2nd floor (Have fun finding it!) read more

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Located at Spectrum and connected to Holey Moley is this gem. My girlfriend introduced this spot to me when she suggested the Hijinx Hotel for lunch. We sat in a booth by their bar and ordered some finger foods. We shared their wings, chicken lettuce wraps and the Elote ribs. They were all good but the elote ribs were my favorite. They were super flavorful and definitely delicious. The staff was super nice and attentive and food came quickly. Props to whoever designed this place. Every inch of it is thought out. Our dining area was beautiful. They had a cute "lobby" area which has stairs leading up to their speakeasy which was also super cute. The decor is super instagram worthy. They also had a private area to host large parties and karaoke. This is a great place for kids, large parties, or smaller ones. It's definitely worth checking out. read more

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We had an amazing time at Hijinx Hotel celebrating my stepdaughter's birthday! We completed 15 game rooms, and every single one was so much fun. The challenges were creative, interactive, and kept everyone laughing and working together. It was the perfect way to celebrate a special day. What really made our visit stand out was the incredible staff. Every employee we interacted with was genuinely kind, welcoming, and enthusiastic. They created such a fun, friendly atmosphere from the moment we arrived and made us feel like valued guests. Their positive attitudes and excellent customer service made the entire experience even more enjoyable. The venue was clean, well-organized, and full of energy. You can tell the staff truly cares about making sure guests have a great time. We left with so many great memories and can't wait to come back. I highly recommend Hijinx Hotel to anyone looking for a unique, fun-filled experience with outstanding customer service! read more

Absolutely horrendous customer service!! We booked the challenge rooms and after checking in early as instructed, we were given vague instructions to just wait and after 30 minutes, they finally took us back and nothing could salvage the experience from that moment on :'( The rooms come preselected so we couldn't even choose which challenge rooms we played and the 5 room set had only very simple games that only kids would like... I personally wouldn't recommend this place for their challenge rooms but can't speak to their food and bar! read more

Hijinx Hotel in Irvine Spectrum is so fun. We literally only went for the food and drinks. But you go there for the immersive 5 room challenge rooms and Karoke. It seems like a fun date night or hang out with your friends! We were thinking of doing one of the activities but we decided to just chill, drink and snack on food. We ordered 2 drinks and 2 shooters. We got the Pillow Mint, Lavender Lemonade, and Velvet Affair. Then we got the Melon Ball and Blanco Tea shooters. They're drinks are very well balanced. Tasty but def dangerous lol. We decided to share the High Tea. It came with 2 burger sliders and 2 chicken sandwich sliders with waffle fries. The burger and chicken sandwich were both really good and well flavored. The waffle fries were crispy and seasoned!! The assortment of dessert were like 50/50. I really like the brownie and churros but the other things it came with not a big fan lol. I would def come back bc the drinks and food are pretty good and it so close to home so we love that! read more

Booked this place for my birthday. The venue and decor are fun, quirky, and awesome. Right when you walk in, the whole place is super cute and quirky. The challenge rooms were fun too. It's not escape room style, but you get the idea and it was still a good time. The event food, though... the ahi tuna "taco bites" were a joke. I get that the name says bite, but these were literally the size of my fingernail. At about $7 per fingernail taco, that was wild. The event time was not communicated properly. The email stated that karaoke would be an hour after we eat. However during the event, it was all lumped together with dinner so no one was really able to karaoke. My friends wanted to see if we can push for another 30 minutes but was told it was booked up. That is understandable but we didn't need Ivan to come in with his availability calendar, I didn't need to see the receipt Ivan so what was the point in that? He was really rude and condescending, and didn't want to listen to my concerns. If that was how managers talk to guest, yikes. Anyways he ruined the mood. Just be understanding, listen, and apologize. That's all that was needed. Not pull up with your damn notebook like I'm a child who didn't understand timeframe and scheduling. read more

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Joe & Caroline were incredible hosts. Caroline's shark was especially entertaining and really made my visit feel extra special. The games in the 5 rooms we played were unique and very active. It was like a mini workout session while having a total blast of a fun time. The set design is wonderful. Everything felt well maintained and clean. The elevator made me laugh. The entire experience was immersive and fantastic! I ate at Holey Moley next door (but connected) the staff at their restaurant was wonderful. The vegetarian falafel burger and fries filled me up and the sugary drink was a treat! read more

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I'm basing this rating on the pizza because it was horrible. The topping completely fell off when I picked up a slice and it didn't taste good at all. I always get skeptical when getting pizza at certain places. But however, their banh mi burger was delicious. I really liked it. The drinks were good too, very strong though. read more

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Great little date night experience to share with your significant other! If you like puzzles and competitions, this is your cup of tea. I found the games pretty easy and engaging, but be prepared to sweat a bit. Drinks here were also surprisingly affordable. Would come back with some younger family members for a fun time. read more

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Had a great timing doing the challenge rooms here + very well decorated & aesthetic. Staff is kind too

You need to check this spot out! It's such a fun spot for either a date night, company outing or a night out with friends. We came for a little company outing and we all had such an amazing time. They have a lounge area with food and drinks and the decor is so unique. Our hosts Amy and Nala were great! I highly recommend if you're looking for something that brings out your competitive side. read more

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This place felt like a real full-on hotel with a front desk and concierge. I originally came here for the speakeasy but ended up exploring through the whole place. It was filled with art, color, and great music throughout! Spoiler alert: The speakeasy was upstairs hidden through the photobooth, but I won't go through the details and let you all discover the rest for yourself. It has some unique drinks, but the menu was quite small. The smoked old fashioned comes in a cool box filled with smoke. Cool small place for some peace to escape from the louder livelier downstairs bar and the overall traffic of Irvine Spectrum . I went in not knowing what to expect from this place, but everything seem pretty interactive- there are challenge or escape rooms, mini golf, and i believe 4 different bars. I also squeezed in a quick game of Connect 4 right before heading out the front doors. read more

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This is honestly such a cool, unique experience! Special shoutout to Adrian, the floor manager who helped us so much. He went above and beyond to make sure that we had a great experience! The challenge rooms were so much fun and I would definitely go back. We only did five rooms since it was our first time and we weren't sure exactly what to expect, but now that we do, I would love to do ten rooms next time to see what the other ones are like. Our favorite room so far was the one with the squares on the floor, though the ball pit room was a close runner up. It definitely gives you a good workout! The hotel theme, the decor, and the ambiance here all amount to an amazing five star experience. Definitely very instagrammable and they have a cute little photo booth that leads to a speakeasy too! Perfect for a date night. In between the challenge rooms at the Hijinx hotel and then mini golfing at Holey Moley, we stopped by the restaurant to eat. We had the chicken wings, pretzel bites, and some drinks. Everything was delicious and again, the service by Adrian was just top notch. Can't wait to go back! read more

Overpriced & Underwhelming: LIVE! lol what a dissatisfying experience right from the beginning. Everyone ignored us as we patiently waited at the "please wait to be seated sign". Proceeded to ask one of the "too busy to see us" bartenders and they allowed to sit so kindly.... Anyway, once we sat the female bartender saw the group of girls a few mins after us and sat them and took their order before we were even acknowledged at our table. I expressed my feedback (considering this place just open) and was offered a round of water as recovery (which I thought was free). Lastly they brought ought out one of our drinks wrong... the final straw had been broken. Skip this gimmicky and cute (yet cheap) decor and go somewhere else for a drink nearby. At least you'll get your moneys worth. read more

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Hijinx Hotel is a new entertainment space located at Irvine Spectrum. It's next to Holey Moley and they share the same parent company in Australia. Unlike what its name suggests, it's not actually a hotel but looks similar to one with a concierge and a hotel lobby bar. Hijinx Hotel offers interactive group challenge games, karaoke lounges, and bars in addition to Holey Moley offering mini golf. There are 15 challenge rooms each with a themed game where you can solve puzzles and earn points. Along with these rooms there is a bar at the "lobby" with a happy hour and a speakeasy on the second floor through a "photobooth". The bar, called Suite 404, is a red-themed bar with a variety of drinks, bar snacks, and small bites. This place is whimsical and immersive with all the decorations on the walls. It's a different kind of experience that is a great addition to Irvine Spectrum and the area. read more

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During my last visit in this area, I was looking for something fun to do. I landed on this spot. I could not gather much online what type of games or activities happen here, but I read a lot of great reviews. I just knew it was game related. We were kind of in a rush, we got there and the inside was decorated with such a unique, quirky feel. I can't really describe it, it's a wide range of interesting ideas/ things all thrown together. We had a very short time to play and I was worried that we would have to skip it but it all worked out. I'm sort of glad that the host/guy working the counter didn't really go much into detail. You can have the option to play 5 games, or 10 games or 15 games. Each game is different, you're in each room (one game per room) for a very short time. I am not going to reveal anything about the games since it would spoil it for the rest. My niece was very upset/hesitant about participating but once we got in there, I could tell they had lots of fun. I really liked this concept and I hope more places in different cities pop up. Once I'm in this area again, I plan on going back to visit to play the other games. (rooms) If you are looking for something different and fun, this should be next on your list. Ambiance:5/5 Service: 5/5 Food: N/A read more

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We were at the Irvine Spectrum when we discovered this place. Walked inside and it looks so cool. Feels like you are inside a hotel lobby, but it is actually a game place. The theme is very cool to say the least. You purchase the tickets at the check in counter. You then wait for your time slot, then head on upstairs as though you are going to your hotel room, but you are actually going to different rooms to do the different challenges. Being here for the first time, we didn't know what to expect. Think of it as though you are going to several escape rooms, but it is not an escape room, but rather different challenging games. Each room has it unique themes and challenges. Each room has a time limit. The goal is to get the highest scores/points before the time runs out before you move onto the next room. Once you are done with all the rooms/challenges, you head back out and get a printout of your group scores. In the lobby you can compare how your group did compared to that day's high scores. It was fun, we had a great time. Just be prepared to be exhausted in some of the rooms/challenges. Great exercises. read more

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M I recently had an amazing time at the Hijinx Hotel in Irvine, celebrating my best friend's birthday with friends. It was refreshing to see adults enjoying themselves, playing games, and sharing drinks in such a vibrant atmosphere. I genuinely believe there's nothing that needs improvement; the experience was fantastic. Next on my list is to try some of the food there, which I've heard great things about. Overall, it's a really cool place to hang out! Oh- if management sees us maybe some hand sanitizer stations. read more

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This place was a blast. Our group of 10 chose to do the 5 rooms. You check in at the concierge desk. They will give you a room key card. The card is what you will use to activate the games in each room. We were split up in groups of 5. Each room was a fun and interactive activity. Be prepared for a cardio workout. Don't skip the photo booth on your way out. You'll be able to download the pictures using the QR code. We will be back to do the other rooms. Fun for the entire family. read more

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Hijinx hotel is the only brand in the US. They originated from Australia. The concept is a hotel with a hotel bar and a speakeasy upstairs. They also have several concept rooms and miniature golf which is associated with the holey moley side. The lobby hotel bar makes a nice date night. It has more of the fancier drinks. They were also decently priced from $13-$18. I appreciate the minimal price gouge as hotel lobby's tend to be $20 plus for drinks. Service was on the slower side as we did come for a night cap on a Saturday night around 11pm but friendly and upbeat. I appreciate the later hours as there isn't much open past 10pm in Irvine. The speakeasy upstairs is through the Photo Booth and absolutely epic! Loved the feel and the entry. They don't do reservations so keep that in mind. read more

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Came here to check out this place after brunch on Father's Day and it looks cool. You paid at the front desk and they will have a staff take you to your experience. The place has a total of 15 different rooms with about 5-10 mins time limit on each to earn points in each room. Our family had a good time and it's a great activity for groups or date night. read more

I was excited that I got to try this spot. It's been the buzz all over social media. It's located at the end of Irvine Spectrum Center. They offer parking throughout, some parking you have to pay, some are free, and they have valet as well. My friend and I were able to book online through their website. They have different dates and time slots. We did the one set of 5 challenge rooms which was $23/person. We came on Wednesday night and it was pretty busy. The decor and aesthetics of the place is super cute! It definitely gives a hotel vibe. You check in at the front and the staff were friendly. A few minutes before your time slot, they'll take you upstairs where you'll go into an elevator. They really play into the hotel vibes because they give you a hotel key card and your challenge rooms are the different hotel rooms. The rooms we did were super cool, but some of the puzzles or activities were way too simple. It just felt repetitive. One of the rooms we had, you have to put balls into the designated spot once it lights up. Half of the spots were way too high and my friend and I weren't nearly close to reaching it... We're average height for females so that felt like it'd be a huge disadvantage for several players. All the rooms are timed and we finished in less than 30 minutes. The concept is cool, but it's overhyped for what it is. It was cool to try it out, but maybe that was a one time activity. I'd like to come back to try their food and drinks though! read more

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I adore a themed experience, and Hijinx Hotel definitely hit all the checkpoints. It's all in the details - the room keys (which will be your pass to unlock each game room), to hotel room layouts (the different game rooms), to the staff outfits and names (your concierge or housekeeper to show you to each room), they ran this hotel theme to the max, and I'm here for it! My fiancé and I always use our birthdays as a way to have fun and do different things, so I thought Hijinx Hotel that newly opened in Irvine, would be the perfect new thing to try (and something he wouldn't know about and would be surprised). I got 5 challenge rooms for us for $50 ($25 each adult) and booked it as they opened in early December of 2025. The challenge rooms are random and we don't get to pick them so be prepared to be thrown in for a fun unexpected challenge each time! The "housekeepers" that showed us to our room are really good with kids as well and definitely add to the experience with their personality. The game rooms are decked out to their theme and nothing like I've seen, but really easy for people of all ages to figure out and try. We were put on the same team and our team name was randomly generated to be "Easy Going Bumble Bees" which I thought was a fun touch. There were different team groups that were there and you get to compete to be put on the scoreboard. The more people you have in your group will give you a better advantage to get more points, but you can play in each room as long as you have a group of two. We were on our feet and using our hands most of the time, and all of the games were as promised - interactive, colorful, and so fun! I got to go in a ball pit, dance on a puzzle floor, shoot hoops, animal restaurant dish matching, and try not to get zapped. I'd definitely take a group back here to have fun and place a better high score on the scoreboard. I want to try all the rooms! Totally recommend for the experience. read more

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This review is solely for the food at Hijinx Hotel. I met friends here for a meal for my friend's birthday. We shared a Savory High Tea, drinks and some sides. Savory High Tea: 9/10 - a nice variety of sandwiches and comes with a side of waffles fries. Chop Chop salad: 3/10 - came in a bowl that was too small so it was impossible to mix together or scoop out without falling out all over the table. We were left with a lot of plain lettuce on the bottom at the end since it was hard to mix well. Coconut Shrimp 7/10 - tasted good but portion size is small. Sweet Potato Waffle Fries: 9/10 - only $3 for the side order, which was worth it. Churros with icecream: 1/10 - our server forgot to bring it to us after we ordered it. They were all busy setting up in the party rooms so none were around for awhile. When we finally flagged down our server, the churros were cold and hard. No one enjoyed them. Drinks: 2/10 - Some of my friends ordered wine and cocktails, but for 2 of us who ordered grapefruit juice, it literally tasted only like water. We also had to ask for new glasses when our drinks arrived since some were dirty. Unfortunately, though the atmosphere/decor is fun and fresh, we were disappointed by the experience and the food. read more

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Don't let the name fool you...this isn't actually a new luxury hotel. It's more of an aesthetically pleasing, Instagram worthy Game Center. It's kind of like an escape room, but instead there's a bunch of different rooms with mini games and you're trying to beat the high score. It's a really cool concept. I came to this location with a group of 5 on the 3rd week of them being open. The marketing has been on point...my friends and I have been seeing ads for about a year now. Which means that it was PACKED! The concept is super cool and the decor is amazing. But, there are some things that still need to be worked out and improved. It definitely felt like there was not enough staff per customer. We started with dinner, while we did tell our server we were crunched for time due to our game reservation, dinner still took about 2 hours and thankfully we were able to push back the game time. There were few hiccups from the start, like our table not being set up for the right amount of people. Service was extremely slow and there wasn't a ton of communication from the staff. None of our food came out at the same time either. Eventually the manager addressed the situation, apologized and made things right. Originally they offered us drinks, but our group did not drink, so they found another solution we were happy with. Apparently they only have 1 kitchen for both Hijinx and Holey Moley. In regard to the food...it tasted pretty much like something you'd get from a stadium. Nothing was that amazing. I sort of wish it was a bit more elevated. I had pretzel bites and the cheese dip was completely hard. My friends all mentioned their food being just ok...mostly bland. I'd love to see more fun mocktail options. They have a full bar and some pretty cool alcoholic drinks, but the mocktails were lacking. I got the no-jito and it sadly didn't come in a fun glass or anything. For $15 I was expecting a bit more. To management - I'd love to see some hand sanitizers in the game rooms! There is no sanitation in between plays and there's hundreds of people in and out of the rooms. There could also be an opportunity for wet wipes or some kind of cleaning area. Also, be careful in the rooms! When you enter at first they are completely dark and then you "swipe" your key card for the room to light up and the game to start. In one of the rooms I tripped and hit my shin and have a big bruise. I also would love to suggest lockers that actually lock. It would be really cool if the hotel card was the key to the lockers. My friends and I ended up just bringing our bags with us, but it would have been helpful if the lockers were more useable. Overall the decor and theme is everything!! While staff were swamped and overwhelmed, they were all incredibly friendly and upbeat. I think I'm going to wait a couple months until they have full staff and have settled in. I know this place is going to be amazing after they work a few of these issues out. read more

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To be clear, no, this isn't a new hotel smack in the middle of Irvine Spectrum. This is more of an entertainment/experience center, sort of like a more whimsical Dave & Buster's. The greatest highlight for me is their interior design and decor. They really nailed down a specific aesthetic and carried it through the entire venue. It's playful, it's quirky, it's eccentric! Half the fun is checking out the different rooms and taking photos. So what can you do here? Well off to the side there's Holey Moley, which is an interior minigolf (with the same charming designs). They also have a restaurant+bar. My friends and I tried some of their drinks, and most of them are served in entertainingly styled cups, like a flamingo glass or a panda cup. Overall I would say the taste of the drinks did not live up to their aesthetics. The main attraction here are their challenge rooms. These are not escape rooms that are typically noted for elaborate puzzles and problem solving. Rather these are fast-paced, more action-packed tasks. I don't want to spoil the surprise for any newcomers, but a lot of these challenges were just mindlessly repetitive. Let's just say this would be a great way to tire out your 7 or 8 year old ;) All in all, since I'm a grown adult with no kids, I won't be coming back for the challenge rooms. But I'm curious to check out the speakeasy next time! read more

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Place was surprisingly great! We came here for a team event. It looked like a real hotel with a real lobby and check in desk - and hotel lobby bar! The attendants were helpful as they guide you through your experience. Pretty fun! Time for the bar!! read more

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Absolutely a stunner of a spot. Never have I had so much fun engaging in some challenge rooms with such novel and unique ways to play and just have fun. From the moment you walk in, you are transported to a whimsical place where everything is about fun. Definitely worth every penny! read more

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This feels like a mix of a bar, Squid Games, and Mario Party. Hijinx Hotel is *NOT* a hotel. It's hotel themed "challenge rooms." These are designed for groups of 2-6 people, and it's more like a real life Mario Party mini-game, than an escape room. Hijinx Hotel shares the building, and a kitchen, with Holey Moley minigolf. Private karaoke rooms are available here to rent. They're downstairs, near the restaurant and bar area. ALSO, there's a secret speakeasy here, that opens at 5PM Thursdays through Sundays. A hint for the entrance: Look for the photo booth. PROPS: Unique and different from anything else at the Spectrum. SLOPS: Wish the food and drink menu had more options. read more

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Vahniya was great! Had our corporste event at Holey Moley. She was Very engaged and made our Summer Fun Day a breeze!

Such a cute concept. My hubs and I came here for date night last night. The whole hotel theme is very clever and the decor is fun. Good vibes all around. The bartender and wait staff at the restaurant were also very friendly. Just a heads up to the staff that the ball pit game with the shapes had some shapes that were plugged so we couldn't play properly. But we still had lots of fun. Price seemed a little high for 30 minutes but you're also paying for the ambience and experience. Perfect for date night, an activity with friends, or a work/team building event. read more

Omg love!! I love the concept about Hotel Hijinx! We came on a Friday night after a holiday event here and it was really cool! I think the challenge rooms were fun and worth it. They definitely got my heart rate up, and it was a fun competition. When we "checked in" at the concierge. They still had space available even though online it said booked. The person was super nice, upstairs the person helping with the challenge rooms was also super nice. The photobooth idea is so cool, I wish it printed physical photos though! "Inside" the photobooth is another cool concept. I will definitely be returning for more drinks and fun! read more

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