Tags
Tags are labels that can be applied to games and are arranged by tiers based on their purpose in conveying information to the user.
Category
What is the primary category that this game represents?
- Action
- Adventure
- Puzzle
- Tabletop
- Card Game
- Visual Novel
- Toy
- Racing
- RPG
Subcategory
Are there any other categories that could be applied to this game? NOTE: Please use these sparingly, small parts of a game such as minigames or in-game parodies of a genre do not warrant a Subcategory tag.
- (These are just the Categories, but applied as Subcategory tags)
Mechanics
How does the player interact with the game?
| Tag |
Description
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| Shooter |
Involves firing projectiles.
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| Rhythm |
Involves performing actions in time to a song or beat.
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| Platformer |
Involves navigating the environment via platforms.
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| Side Scroller |
Progression involves moving from side to side.
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| Run and Gun |
Gameplay involves running on foot while shooting.
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Elements
What is the primary experience intended for the player?
| Tag |
Description
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| Story Driven |
Story is a major focus of the game.
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| Arcade |
Scoring is a major focus of the game.
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| Creative |
Creative expression is a major focus of the game.
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| Competitive |
Competing against other players is a major focus of the game.
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| Exploration |
Exploring the environment is a major focus of the game.
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| Adventure |
Completing a series of challenges or levels is a major focus of the game.
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Themes
Are there any existing themes or fantasies that the game pulls from?
| Tag |
Description
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| Western |
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| Holiday |
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| Educational |
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| Anime |
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Content
Is there anything in the game that one would find objectionable?
| Tag |
Description
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| Gore |
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| Sex |
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| Nudity |
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| Mature Language |
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Examples
| Game |
Tag: Category |
Tag: Subcategory |
Tag: Mechanics |
Tag: Elements |
Tag: Themes |
Tag: Content
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| Alien Hominid |
Action |
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Shooter, Run and Gun |
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| Blast the Mooks! |
Puzzle |
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