Action role-playing game (English Wikipedia)

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engadget.com

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eurogamer.net

Mason, Graeme (July 24, 2016). "The classic 8-bit isometric games that tried to break the mould". Eurogamer. Retrieved October 18, 2017. [T]here were potions and food to collect as well, making Fairlight an early entry in the action RPG genre seen so commonly today.
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gamasutra.com

Barton, Matt; Loguidice, Bill (2008). "A History of Gaming Platforms: Mattel Intellivision". Gamasutra. Retrieved October 18, 2017. Mattel's lineup included the classic action role-playing games Advanced Dungeons & Dragons Cartridge (1982) and Advanced Dungeons & Dragons Treasure of Tarmin Cartridge (1983).
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glixel.com

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Falcom Chronicle, Nihon Falcom

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windowscentral.com

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worldcat.org

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