Video Game Dictionary: Gaming Terms Explained | Video Game Scholar

28 terms

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B

BuffgameplayA positive effect that makes a character stronger, or a patch change that strengthens something.

C

CooldowngameplayThe waiting period before an ability can be used again.
CrunchindustryExtended periods of mandatory or expected overtime during game development.

D

DPSgameplayDamage per second, or a character role focused on dealing damage.

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G

GrindinggameplayRepeating the same task many times to earn experience, items, or currency.

H

HitboxtechnicalThe invisible shape a game uses to decide whether an attack connects.

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O

Open worldgenreA game with a large world the player can explore freely.

P

PatchindustryAn update to a game released after launch.

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T

TankgameplayA durable character role that absorbs damage and protects the team.