Featuring fast-paced gameplay, combat mechanics, and challenges that test reflexes and coordination. Often involving physical confrontations, weapon usage, and strategic maneuvers to overcome opponents or obstacles.
Uses two-dimensional "sprites", 2D images created and used on a flat plane, as opposed to the three-dimensional models or environments found in 3D games.
A subgenre of the adventure game, point-and-click games typically involve interacting with background objects, talking to non-player characters, and using an item inventory to solve puzzles that allow the player to progress through the story.
