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By Dave Spohn, About.com

Definition: For the most part, action games place an emphasis on reflexes, coordination, and speed over complex planning, strategy, and logistics. They are almost always real-time, and the term is frequently associated with first-person shooter titles such as Doom, Quake, and Half-Life.
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