Hack and Slash

Hack and Slash describes hack-and-slash games built around close-quarters combat, combo systems and crowd control, rather than one fixed camera, setting or combat style. Different releases may emphasise weapon variety or boss encounters, but those elements belong here only when they influence the main structure rather than appearing as isolated side activities.
The boundary around Hack and Slash remains mechanical rather than thematic or platform-specific. Coverage can compare representative releases, genre boundaries and technical trends across Hack and Slash.