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Many gamers and industry observers understand that when highly anticipated titles like The Acolyte or Star Wars Outlaws fail to meet expectations at launch, it’s often met with a flurry of rationalizations. These justifications serve as coping mechanisms, shielding fans from disappointment and analysts from admitting misjudgments. However, when external entities such as Wall Street analysts adopt similar behavior, the consequences extend beyond fandom into real financial losses for investors.