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Game » consists of 4 releases. Released Apr 14, 2001
Running at 60 FPS is standard for arcade & PC games, but hardware restrictions of consoles often force developers to aim for lower framerates in order to preserve visual detail or allow greater scale. 3D console games hitting 60 FPS are thus uncommon, though the trend of re-releasing games on newer hardware has technically resulted in more 3D console games hitting 60 FPS.
Large, semi-aquatic, scaly lizards. Not to be confused with crocodiles.
Large mammals that are fond of ants and termites. Also considered mafia affiliates.
Anthropomorphism is the concept of an object, concept or character that has human qualities or traits, such as speech, a level of intelligence similar or higher than a human's and self consciousness. "Anthro" means "of human" and related to the concept of humanity.
With fossils tracing back to the Jurassic Period, these aggressive freshwater fish are currently native to Asia, South America, and Australia. There are ten known Arowana species.
An Auction House is a place where people can go to buy or sell items they have found or crafted.
When text, usually dialogue, makes a sound as it comes onto the screen. This sometimes represents the sound of a character's voice, in the absence of voice acting.
A location or scenery that is reminiscent of fall. Autumnal settings involve trees shedding their leaves and usually feature yellows, browns and reds.
Distinctive for its large size, yellow-bands, and long body, video games featuring this look are either referring to the "Jumbo Dragonfly" which are found in Eastern Asia, or the "Golden-Ringed Dragonfly" found the United Kingdom.
A popular catch for fishermen.
A large omnivorous mammal that can be white, brown, or black. Despite their ferociousness, they are also associated with being soft and cuddly, as in teddy bears. Bears are also known to eat stairs. Scientists say that because "bears eat stairs" rhymes the bears are naturally inclined to do so.
A dam-building semi-aquatic rodent. Beavers have poor eyesight, but keen senses of hearing, smell, and touch.
Birdmen are large birds that can talk or half-bird half-man creatures. Are often depicted as wise, in spite of having bird brains.
Winged, usually flying creatures, many of which enjoy perching on branches and defecating on unfortunate victims below.
Games that, in some way, react to the player's birthday; this can range from simply displaying a 'happy birthday' message to conferring certain gameplay benefits.
The Black Market is a concept wherein players may buy or sell items through alternative means. This is often a way to make more money but can often land the player into trouble.
The boar were one of the most feared animals in Medieval Europe during the Middle Ages.
The Bulldog, or commonly referred to as the English Bulldog, is a breed of dog that originated in England and is the national animal of the United Kingdom.
A large, male cow. Does the bullfighting thing.
Memory card (GC version only)
Humanoids with canine characteristics.
Capitalism is an economic system that supports private property and financial gain.
Feline animals commonly kept as pets. There are many different breeds and varieties.
A squirrel-like rodent.
While modern chemistry defines 118 atomic elements, video games more often deal with classical elements as described in ancient philosophy, mainly fire, water, earth, and air. In many games, each element is stronger against certain elements, but weaker against others.
The roach is a notoriously indestructible insect found in many societies. It is also found in video games.
Rare deepwater fish that was believed to be extinct for many years.
Collectibles are items such as coins, rings, gems, packages etc. that can be gathered, usually for some kind of reward, or sometimes to simply beat a level. Often (almost too often) the source of earning achievements and trophies on the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.
The graphical process of applying color to a blank surface.
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