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A flying reptile. Although mistaken for dinosaurs, they are very much not dinosaurs.
In many platform games the protagonist will die instantly when falling off the bottom of the map, but in some situations there are places where the protagonist can still scroll down. When it's not possible to tell which are which, it is a Leap Of Faith.
Puzzle platformers are platform games where the key aspect involves solving riddles and puzzles, rather than combat.
Dratini is a Dragon-type Pokémon first introduced in the original Pokémon Red, Blue and Yellow Versions. Dratini may look tiny but it packs a mean whollup!
An aquatic flying bird that is sometimes hunted. Ducks appear in numerous games, some named after them (Duck Hunt), and as part of the scenery of other games (Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal).
Criminals banded together with a common goal in mind. Can range from a band of thugs to the Mafia.
Omastar is a rock/water-type pokemon first found in the original Pokemon Red/Blue. Omastar is the evolved form of Omanyte, its helix-shaped shell now possessing a series of defensive spikes to keep it safe.
This sword is really sticky... best not to ask why.
Whether it's taking pictures of things for points or as part of a journal, photography is playing an ever increasing role in many of today's video games.
A living being who is the product of the reproductive mating of two different species.
Aerodactyl is a rock/flying-type pokemon first found in the original Pokemon Red/Blue. Aerodactyl is formed from old amber, blood from the creature trapped inside the amber allowing scientists to revive Aerodactyl to full health.
Bohrok are insectoid machines whose main purpose was to clean all matter from the island of Mata-Nui. They were prematurely awoken by Teridax and wreaked havoc for the Matoran, Serving as the antagonists of Bionicle's second year.
When the player's actions trigger a change in the game's soundtrack. This adds a cinematic quality to the gameplay.
Spheal is an Ice/Water Pokémon that evolves into Sealeo, then Walrein.
Platforms that are manipulated by weight. Too much weight on one side can drastically alter the equilibrium. *Not to be confused with Unstable Platforms*
Cyndaquil is the fire-type starter pokemon first found in Pokemon Gold/Silver. Cyndaquil uses mighty razors of flame to keep opponents at bay.
PlayStation 3 games that utilize the "tilt" functionality of the SIXAXIS or DualShock 3 controllers for minor or major gameplay mechanics.
Zoom Platform, or the Zoom Web Store, is a digital distribution service selling DRM free classic games, updated to work on modern computers. The store was launched on September 9, 2014.
The lowest of all the angelic orders, angels are tasked with delivering God's messages to humans in addition to being personal guardians. Angel has also become a generic term for any such kind of heavenly being.
Genies, which originated from Arabia, are supernatural creatures that are magical and many can grant wishes. Some have a lamp or bottle and the owner of said item has power over them, including forcing them back into it and making them stay there.
The gremlin is a relatively new concept from English Folklore, a mechanically oriented prankster with a passion for sabotaging aircraft.
The concept of being reborn as someone or something else following one's own demise.
Players are presented with what appears to be a consequential choice, yet no matter what the player selects, the outcome is the same.
Fire Lizards show up in a number of games, and are usually based on the elemental salamander.
CD or DVD based games that are shipped in a single package with 2 or more discs due to limited storage capacity.
Seal Pokemon introduced in the third generation. Evolves from Spheal.
Hippopotamuses, or Hippos are African semi-aquatic mammals that are known for their voracious appetites, though wild ones have never been seen eating small white balls.
Gadgets are given to someone to help them out in situations, or to just look cool.
A group classification of reptile.
Certain abilities are often associated by Elements, like magic. Any kind of magician or creature(ie. Dragon) that uses Earth-related spells or abilties falls under this cathegory.
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