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The Assassin tag, in the context of video games, generally refers to a character archetype or a gameplay style that focuses on stealth, precision, and eliminating targets with deadly efficiency.

In games with an Assassin tag, players often take control of highly trained and agile characters who excel at covert operations and assassination. These characters typically possess skills such as sneaking, acrobatics, camouflage, and silent takedowns. The gameplay revolves around carefully planning paths to eliminate targets without being detected by enemies or triggering alarms.

Games featuring the Assassin tag often offer various tools or abilities that enhance the player's stealthy approach. This may include disguises to infiltrate enemy territory undetected, long-range weapons like throwing knives or silenced firearms for ranged assassinations, and specialty gadgets for manipulating the environment or distracting enemies.

Some examples of games known for their Assassin gameplay include:

• Assassin's Creed series In this popular franchise developed by Ubisoft, players assume the role of Assassins from different historical periods who carry out secretive missions against corrupt organizations.
• Dishonored Developed by Arkane Studios, Dishonored features a supernatural assassin protagonist equipped with unique abilities in a Victorian-inspired setting.
• Tenchu series Tenchu is an iconic franchise focusing on feudal Japanese assassins called Shinobi/Ninja. Players must navigate intricate levels filled with guards and complete objectives while staying hidden.

The Assassin tag appeals to players who enjoy precise planning, executing precise strikes without detection, and mastering stealthy approaches over direct confrontation. It offers opportunities for strategic thinking and rewards patience and observation in gameplay mechanics centered around covert operations.

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