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A concept where the game must be restarted if you are killed. It is a mechanic found in most arcade games, but the term is usually used in reference to the RPG genre where the mechanic is less common, particularly "roguelike" games as well as strategy games such as Fire Emblem or Final Fantasy Tactics where characters die if they are defeated in battle. Often used as a significant plot device.
A shadow is an area where direct light from a light source cannot reach due to obstruction by an object.
Using stealth often requires the player to accomplish their objective without being detected by enemies. Methods of detection can vary from game to game, and can be based on an enemy's line of sight, how quiet the player is, or even how the player interacts with the environment.
A game perspective that views the action from above, commonly at a fixed position and/or rotation.
An insect in which are commonly red with black dots. There can be male ladybugs and it is thought finding one will bring you good luck.
A visual representation of a character's, or camera's vision range.
Whether it has voice over or not, text bubbles are a way of reading the dialog that a character on screen is saying and or thinking.
Feline animals commonly kept as pets. There are many different breeds and varieties.
Some games will give the player hints and tips on how to play while the game loads.
Games that either require or optionally support the full consumer release of the Oculus Rift.
Wii U games that support use of the Wii Remote (or Wii Remote Plus)
Wii U games that support the use of a Nunchuk attached to a Wii Remote (or Wii Remote Plus)
Kart racers are cartoon-like racing games that often feature fantastical power-ups.
Some games allow you to attack your opponents during a race.
The ability, through purchasing, winning, unlocking, or other means, to change your vehicle (usually for the better). Changes can be alterations to original vehicle or a completely new vehicle.
A page for video game protagonists that are elderly.
A style of action-adventure gameplay revolving around exploring a labyrinth with the necessity of locating new items and equipment to progress beyond otherwise impassable obstacles. The concept is named for its common usage in the Metroid and Castlevania franchises. While the term most commonly refers to 2D games, it can also refer to 3D games.
While locking pirating users out entirely is the most common way for developers to curb digital piracy, some create in-game consequences designed to amuse, mock, impede, or oust players using suspected pirated copies.
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