Category:Stealth

The stealth game genre is a type of video game where the player primarily uses stealth to avoid or overcome opponents. These games typically allow the player to remain undetected by hiding, sneaking, or using disguises. The genre has employed espionage, counter-terrorism, and rogue themes, with protagonists that are special forces operatives, special agents, secret agents, thieves, ninjas, or assassins. Stealth games challenge the player to avoid alerting enemies altogether, with core gameplay elements including avoiding combat, minimizing noise, and striking enemies from the shadows and behind. Players can hide behind objects or in shadows, and can strike or run past an enemy when the enemy is facing the other way.