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Characters either begin with multiple outfits, unlock them through play, or purchase them as in-game items. These costumes are sometimes integral to play.
Many games have had collectible cards as a part of the gameplay.
Cloaking is to become invisible or become close to invisible depending on strength of the ability or item.
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.
Any game that represents a society noticeably worse or less desirable compared to those in the present. This can relate to kinds of political and economic organisation, excessive human suffering, social problems caused by technology, or as a result of an apocalyptic event.
Missions during which players are tasked with protecting a non-playable character or object from harm until a certain goal is met.
Whenever there's a new Pixar, superhero or Harry Potter movie they have to make one of these.
Goblins are irritable, evil and mischievous creatures in folklore. They can range in size from halfling to average human size.
Whether it be Mario vs. Bowser, Jedi vs. Sith, Link vs. Ganon, or Elves vs. Orcs, the forces of good are in an eternal battle with the hordes of evil.
One of the four Hogwarts houses in Harry Potter. It was founded by Godric Gryffindor.
A Horcrux is a form of Dark Magic that allows a Witch or Wizard to encase part of their soul in ordinary objects, making them invincible.
One of the four Hogwarts houses in Harry Potter. It was founded by Helga Hufflepuff.
The small models within the Lego franchise which represent people. They appear almost in every Lego game.
These games are based off of established licenses, such as movies, comics, or TV shows. Examples are the James Bond 007 and Spider-Man franchises.
The concept of affecting the universe through supernatural methods, breaking the fundamental laws of science.
Mythical/Magical creature that has magic power. When a Phoenix dies it burns up into ashes and another rises in its place.
Quidditch is a wizarding sport played on flying broomsticks.
One of the four Hogwarts houses in Harry Potter. It was founded by Rowena Ravenclaw.
One of the four Hogwarts houses in Harry Potter. It was founded by Salazar Slytherin.
A visual representation showing the spells or skills collected by the player. This is in reference part of the user interface, not to book objects within a game.
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.
People who are aged during the growth period of adolescence, traditionally between 13 and 17 years old.
Games set during or inspired by the Queen Victoria's reign in British history - which lasted from 1837 to 1901. This period was largely defined by a rise in industry and British expansion into other countries, leading to the phrase "the sun never sets on the British Empire".
Being learned scholars and masters of the arcane arts, wizards wield great power by manipulating magical energy for the forces of good and evil.
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