beginner mode

Easiest difficulty setting

Beginner mode is a setting in video games or software that reduces difficulty for newcomers—slower pace, simpler controls, more guidance, or greater tolerance for mistakes.

The term extends to any situation where someone operates at a basic level: I'm still in beginner mode with this new job.

Often contrasted with expert or advanced mode.

Related
  • easyRequiring minimal effort
  • tutorialInstructional step-by-step guide
  • noviceInexperienced newcomer to field
  • starterInitiator of action
  • trainingDeveloping abilities through practice

training wheels · practice · simple · basic · learning · learning curve · newbie · casual · guided · intro · hand holding · handholding · walkthrough · level one · gentle · kid gloves · slow · slow start

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Opposites
skill level required

beginner modeexpert mode

Highest difficulty option

hard mode · nightmare mode · hardcore mode · competitive mode · ranked mode

user experience assumption

beginner modepro mode

Advanced user setting

mastery · trial by fire · deep end · full access · sink or swim

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G