Groups comparison

Combat mode[battle mode;fighting mode] - 1980 to 2024
Entering combat also causes the game to enter a special mode of operation where gameplay changes more or less, often entering an arena-like location or other greater detail representation of the location.

Encounter mode - 2015 to 2017
Encounters enter a somewhat generic but separate game mode which serves the functions of dialog, combat, trade, or other such necessities by locking player into them.

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