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The Action RPG tag is used to describe a genre of role-playing games that emphasize real-time combat and fast-paced action. In these games, players control a character or multiple characters and engage in battles with enemies using direct input and reflex-based gameplay mechanics.

Action RPGs combine elements from traditional role-playing games, such as character development, exploration, quests, and narrative progression, with the immediate thrill of action-oriented gameplay. These games often feature a rich storyline and character customization options alongside dynamic combat systems.

Some key characteristics of Action RPGs include:

• Real-time Combat Unlike turn-based or tactical RPGs where combat is more strategic and calculated, Action RPGs require quick decision-making, reflexes, and manual control during battles. Players need to actively dodge attacks, execute combos or special moves, manage resources like health or mana bars on the fly, all while trying to defeat enemies in real-time.
• Character Progression Just like in traditional RPGs, Action RPGs allow players to level up their characters by gaining experience points through defeating enemies or completing quests. These points can be used to acquire new abilities, improve skills or stats that enhance the capabilities of the protagonist.
• Exploration & Questing Many Action RPGs feature open-world environments where players are free to roam, uncover hidden treasures, discover new locations filled with secrets. They often include various questlines that drive the main story forward while providing optional side quests for additional rewards.

The line between Action RPGs and other related genres such as Hack-and-Slash or Adventure varies depending on each game's mechanics emphasis. To provide a broader understanding, here are a few examples of well-known Action RPG titles:

• The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Developed by Bethesda Game Studios, this game offers an open-world sandbox experience where players can explore a vast fantasy realm while engaging in dynamic real-time combat and developing their character's skills and abilities.
• Diablo III Created by Blizzard Entertainment, Diablo III is an isometric action RPG known for its fast-paced combat and loot-based gameplay. Players choose from different classes to battle hordes of creatures as they progress through randomized dungeons.
• The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Developed by CD Projekt Red, The Witcher 3 exemplifies the blend of action-oriented combat with deep narrative-driven role-playing elements. Players control Geralt of Rivia in his quest across a war-torn open-world filled with monsters, choices that shape the story's outcome.

Action RPGs offer players an immersive experience where they can simultaneously enjoy character progression and storyline development while actively engaging in thrilling real-time combat encounters.

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