An action adventure game is an action game that uses ability keys as the primary form of progression.
Well known examples of action adventure games are Metroid, The Legend of Zelda, and Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, Silent Hill, and Metal Gear Solid.
History of Action-Adventure Games
Early History
The first action-adventure games to make it to the home console market were The Legend of Zelda and Metroid. These two games, published by Nintendo for the NES, were revolutionary for their time because they allowed free exploration in a consistent game world.
Ability Keys
( Main article: ability key )
Progress in action adventure games is based on the use of ability keys. An ability key is an ability that gives the player object an ability which allows it to overcome a specific type of obstacle and therefore access to new areas.
Related Pages
Action Adventure Games
Design Documents
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