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The Action tag is one of the most common and broad tags associated with video games on Steam. It refers to a genre that encompasses a wide range of games that prioritize fast-paced gameplay, reflexes, and player-controlled movement.

Action games are characterized by their emphasis on physical challenges, combat, and dynamic interactions within the game world. They often involve intense battles or confrontations with enemies, requiring players to make split-second decisions and employ strategic thinking in order to succeed.

Some key features of action games include:

• Real-time Gameplay Action games typically unfold in real-time rather than through turn-based mechanics. This means that players must react quickly to changing situations and make decisions on the fly.
• Combat Mechanics Many action games feature combat as a core element. These might include various weapons, hand-to-hand combat techniques, or special abilities that enable players to engage in thrilling battles against enemies.
• Movement and Exploration Action games often provide players with freedom in navigating expansive game worlds. They may involve platforming elements, acrobatics, parkour-style movements, or vehicle-based action, allowing players to explore their environment while engaging in thrilling encounters.

The scope of action games is quite diverse, spanning multiple subgenres such as first-person shooters (FPS), hack-and-slash adventures, platformers, beat 'em ups, and many others. Some notable examples of popular action game franchises include:

• Grand Theft Auto V A combination of open-world exploration and crime-filled action from Rockstar Games where players can engage in missions or freely roam a sprawling city.
• Dark Souls III A challenging action RPG by FromSoftware that tests players' skills and reflexes through intense combat encounters in a dark fantasy world.
• Bayonetta A stylish hack-and-slash game created by PlatinumGames, where players control a powerful witch battling hordes of supernatural enemies in fast-paced, combo-based combat.

The Action tag encompasses an extensive range of games that offer excitement, adrenaline-pumping gameplay, and numerous opportunities for epic battles and thrilling adventures.

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