Groups comparison
Action-RPG[ARPG] - 1980 to 2021
RPG sub-genre characterized with heavy focus on fast-paced (real-time) combat and is overall very similar to Action-Adventure genre.
Hack and Slash (Hack and Slay;Hack & Slash) - 1984 to 2021
A sub-genre of beat 'em ups that originated from P&P RPGs where it's seen as derogatory. Differentiated from most beat 'em up by the fact that you primarily use melee weapons instead of bare hands.
Team Brawler (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena;Aeon of Strife-type game;Defense of the Ancients-type game) - 1998 to 2019
A multiplayer action game genre that started out with Dota and Aeon of Strife, but has expanded beyond their definitions. Usually involves two small very character oriented teams fighting against each other, often with RPG style leveling.
RPG sub-genre characterized with heavy focus on fast-paced (real-time) combat and is overall very similar to Action-Adventure genre.
Hack and Slash (Hack and Slay;Hack & Slash) - 1984 to 2021
A sub-genre of beat 'em ups that originated from P&P RPGs where it's seen as derogatory. Differentiated from most beat 'em up by the fact that you primarily use melee weapons instead of bare hands.
Team Brawler (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena;Aeon of Strife-type game;Defense of the Ancients-type game) - 1998 to 2019
A multiplayer action game genre that started out with Dota and Aeon of Strife, but has expanded beyond their definitions. Usually involves two small very character oriented teams fighting against each other, often with RPG style leveling.
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