"action game" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: action games [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} action game (plural action games)
  1. (gaming) a video game that emphasizes physical challenges, including hand–eye coordination and reaction time. Translations (Translations): 動作游戲 /动作游戏 (dòngzuò yóuxì) (Chinese Mandarin)

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