They emphasized fast paced movement, dodging, retaliating, and stamina. Shooter games were typically set in space with the primary goal being to blast anything that moves. Adventure games required intense thinking set inside an unknown environment. Sports games were the most popular and, though they grew more intense, the goal has always been to outscore the opponent. Simluation games created virtual experiences for players as they drove cars, piloted planes, and steered submarines.
Puzzle games tease the brain and challenge the player to think fast.
Today, Virtual Reality represents the highest standard in video game technology.