Video Game Terms

the action or process of reaching a particular thing

He beamed with pride as he recounted his achievement of climbing the highest peak in the country.

an image that is the representation of a player in a game or an account on social media

She created a colorful avatar to represent her in the online game.

a location where people stay temporarily, typically in tents or temporary structures

We set up camp near the lake for our weekend getaway.

a feature in some computer games that enables the participants across the world to play a game together regardless of having different platforms, operating systems, or consoles

I didn’t think cross-play would work so smoothly, but it’s really fun playing with people on different systems.

a non-interactive scene in a video game that is usually shown when the player levels up, dies, or reaches another chapter of the game to develop the plot of the game

The game had an exciting cutscene right before the final boss battle.

a colored hard-boiled egg used to celebrate Easter

a point awarded to a player who has passed a level, accomplished a mission, collected a particular item, or defeated a specific enemy in a computer game

She gained 100 experience points after defeating the boss in the game.

to kill an enemy in a shooting game

the practice of devoting long hours into playing a specific game in order to collect in-game currency and related assets and make money by selling them to other players

He spent hours gold farming in the game to buy better equipment for his character.

a person's performance or capability in comparison to others

At her current level of English, Sarah can have basic conversations and understand everyday expressions.

to improve or raise something to a higher standard or level

The city is investing in leveling up its infrastructure to provide residents with modern and efficient services.

the fact or act of completely defeating a rival or enemy in a video game

I can't believe how much pwnage happened during that final round, it was like he was untouchable.

to completely defeat a rival or opponent, particularly in a video game

I pwned them in the game last night.

(particularly of a computer game or music) worthy of playing more than once

This game has great replayability because there are so many different ways to complete the levels.

a quality in video games that makes them worth experiencing more than once

(of a video game character) to come back to life after having been killed

(of a computer game) involving a lot of shooting and bloodshed

a playful activity in which we use our imagination, play with toys, etc.

Chess is a strategic board game played between two players on a checkered board.

to help a person, who is either disappointed or emotionally suffering, feel better

Friends consoled her after the failure of her project.

a high-quality, high-budget video game developed by a major company with extensive resources

The new AAA game has amazing graphics and a deep storyline.

used to indicate a brief absence from the game, chat, or device

She typed AFK before stepping away from her computer.

the range or radius of an action or ability that affects multiple targets within a specified area in video games or role-playing games

The wizard's fireball spell has a large area of effect, damaging all the enemies in the area.

enemies or characters that have an excessive amount of health or resilience, often requiring players to expend a large number of bullets or attacks to defeat them

I got frustrated when the enemy turned out to be a bullet sponge, constantly dodging my shots and not going down.

a location where people stay temporarily, typically in tents or temporary structures

We set up camp near the lake for our weekend getaway.

a soft or hard food made from milk that is usually yellow or white in color

Blue cheese crumbles are a tasty addition to burgers or salads.

the planet earth, where we all live

His dream is to sail around the world.

the process of incorporating game-like elements and mechanics, such as points, rewards, leaderboards, challenges, and progress tracking, into non-game contexts

Many fitness apps use gamification to motivate users, like earning badges for reaching goals.

a playful activity in which we use our imagination, play with toys, etc.

Chess is a strategic board game played between two players on a checkered board.

a virtual item in a video game that can be purchased with real money or in-game currency and contains random rewards, such as virtual items, currency, or other in-game bonuses

I spent some money on loot boxes in the game, hoping for a rare skin.

a small financial transaction typically made within a video game or other software application, often using real-world currency or virtual currency, for the purpose of acquiring virtual goods or other in-game benefits

I spent a few dollars on a microtransaction to unlock a new character in the game.

a person who spends excessive amounts of time using a computer, particularly for activities such as browsing the internet, playing video games, or engaging in social media

My brother is such a mouse potato; he spends all his free time online watching videos.

(of a computer system or software application) designed for use by more than one person at the same time

the act of reducing the power or effectiveness of a weapon, ability, or strategy in order to balance or improve gameplay

The latest update includes a nerf to the sniper rifle, making it less powerful.

someone who is deeply interested in and well-informed about a particular topic

She's a real history buff and can recite dates from memory.

the thin layer of tissue that covers the body of a person or an animal

He applied lotion to keep his skin moisturized during the winter.

a large group of people who are related to each other

The entire clan gathered for the annual family reunion, filling the park with laughter and shared memories.

a practice requiring experience and skill, in which objects are made with one's hands

Pottery is a craft that has been practiced for thousands of years.

additional digital content or expansions for a video game that can be purchased and downloaded after the initial release to enhance the gaming experience

The game just released some downloadable content, which includes new characters and maps.

a metric used in video games to measure the amount of damage a character or weapon can deal over a specific period, usually one second. It helps players understand the efficiency and effectiveness of their attacks in combat situations

He switched to a faster weapon to increase his DPS during the boss fight.

to ambush or attack an opponent, often by surprise or with a numerical advantage, in a video game

used at the end of a game to acknowledge a match as good; can be sincere or sarcastic

GG, you played really well.

a statistical measure that represents the number of kills a player achieves in relation to the number of times they have been killed

His kill-to-death ratio was impressive, making him one of the best players on the team.

the action of repeatedly and rapidly pressing buttons on a controller, often without a specific strategy or timing, in order to perform actions in a video game

His button mashing got him through the first few levels, but he quickly ran into trouble on the harder stages.

a resource used in some video games to cast spells or perform special abilities by consuming a specific amount of magical energy or power

I had to wait for my magic points to recharge before I could cast another spell.

someone inexperienced or unskilled, often in gaming or online communities

Don't be a noob; learn the rules first.

to defeat someone or something using superior strength, force, or influence

The military strategy was to overpower the enemy with a swift and coordinated attack.

a term used to describe a game mode or situation in which players compete directly against each other, rather than against computer-controlled opponents

I prefer player versus player modes because they are more challenging than playing against the computer.

a gameplay mechanic in video games that requires the player to press specific buttons or perform actions in response to on-screen prompts within a limited timeframe to progress through the game or perform certain actions

He failed the quick time event because he was not paying attention to the screen.

to abruptly quit a video game out of frustration or anger, often by intentionally disconnecting from the game or leaving the match

any character in a video game that is controlled by the computer itself rather than the playe

I talked to an NPC in the village who gave me a quest to find a lost artifact.

the act of an experienced player using a new or alternate account to play against lower-skilled opponents, typically to achieve easy wins or exploit the matchmaking system

Smurfing ruins the experience for beginners who just want to learn and enjoy the game.

a heavily armored military vehicle with tracks and a large gun, used in ground combat

The tank battalion advanced across the battlefield, providing crucial firepower support.

a player who prioritizes maximizing their character's power and effectiveness in the game

He’s such a power gamer; he finished the game’s hardest level in just a few hours.

the state of existing as a person who is alive

After the accident, she started seeing life differently.

a type of interactive audio in video games that dynamically changes based on the player's actions or the game's events to enhance the gaming experience

The adaptive music in that game really helped set the mood for each scene, from peaceful moments to high-stakes action.

a fictional character in a game, whether in a tabletop role-playing game or a video game, that is controlled and guided by a player throughout the course of the game's events and challenges

I spent hours designing my player character before starting the game.

the best or highest achievement in terms of points or performance in a game

After beating my high score, I decided to take a break and enjoy the victory.

a playful activity in which we use our imagination, play with toys, etc.

Chess is a strategic board game played between two players on a checkered board.