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Crunch
Extended periods of mandatory or expected overtime during game development.
Crunch is the practice of developers working very long hours, often for weeks or months, to hit a release date or milestone. It is widely criticized for its effects on health, retention, and game quality.
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VGS Daniel. “Crunch.” Video Game Scholar, 25 Sept. 2026, videogamescholar.com/dictionary/crunch.
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