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arcade +‎ -y

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arcadey (comparative more arcadey, superlative most arcadey)

  1. (video games, informal) Characteristic of an arcade game, generally focused on action rather than strategy or realism.
    • 1989, Sean Kelly, Eliminator (video game review) in Your Sinclair 41, May 1989
      Hewson maintains its high standards with this rootin', tootin', killin', maimin', shoot 'em up. Not to be missed by arcadey types.
    • GameAxis Unwired
      Fans of arcadey sports titles (like the ones I mentioned above) will be in heaven, as despite its cutesy trappings, Mario Strikers adheres pretty much to Midway's proven gonzo sports formula.

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