computer game
Screen-based pastime activity
A computer game is a video game played on a personal computer rather than a dedicated console or arcade machine.
The term emerged when home computers became capable of running games and distinguished them from console games, though the line has blurred: I spent hours playing computer games as a kid.
Now often synonymous with video game generally.
Professional video game competitions
- streamingReal-time digital delivery
- twitchInvoluntary muscular jerk
- speedrunOptimized rapid game completion
- moddingAltering games unofficially
achievement · trophy · walkthrough · indie · AAA · DLC · patch · gamer
Acting out characters
- questSeeking journey for something
- levelingMaking flat or equal
- inventoryCatalog of held assets
- statsNumerical information, abbreviated
turn-based · JRPG · witcher · loot · NPC
Involving multiple participants
- MMORPGMultiplayer internet adventure game
- co-opMember-owned organization
- PvPHuman-versus-human game mode
- serverOne who attends tables
matchmaking · lobby · battle-royale · guild · clan · lag · ping · netcode
Enclosed storage furniture
- coin-opRequires inserted currency
- quartersAssigned living accommodations
- joystickTilting lever for control
- highscoreTop recorded result
power-up · side-scroller · platformer · retro · space-invaders · asteroids · centipede · pinball
Home computer, or tactful
- consoleComfort in distress
- switchCircuit-breaking toggle device
- steamHeated water's gaseous form
- handheldDesigned for palm use
mobile · emulator · cross-platform · keyboard · controller · gamepad
Falling-block puzzle game
- bejeweledDecorated with precious stones
- portalImposing entrance or gate
- brain-teaserChallenging mental puzzle
- match-threePuzzle genre, align symbols
Device replicating real conditions
- city-builderUrban planning video game
- managementOrganizing and directing resources
- sandboxEnclosed play area
- farmingCultivating land for food
Methods to achieve goals
- turn-basedPlayers alternate actions
- real-timeOccurring without processing delay
- RTSPauseless tactical gaming genre
- empire-buildingGrowing one's domain
esports
Professional video game competitions
- streamingReal-time digital delivery
- twitchInvoluntary muscular jerk
- speedrunOptimized rapid game completion
modding · achievement · trophy · walkthrough · indie · AAA · DLC · patch · gamer · completionist
role-playing
Acting out characters
multiplayer
Involving multiple participants
- MMORPGMultiplayer internet adventure game
- co-opMember-owned organization
- PvPHuman-versus-human game mode
server · matchmaking · lobby · battle-royale · guild · clan · lag · ping · netcode · cross-play
cabinet
Enclosed storage furniture
- coin-opRequires inserted currency
- quartersAssigned living accommodations
- joystickTilting lever for control
highscore · power-up · side-scroller · platformer · retro · space-invaders · asteroids · centipede · pinball · leaderboard
PC
Home computer, or tactful
handheld · mobile · emulator · cross-platform · keyboard · controller · gamepad
tetris
Falling-block puzzle game
- bejeweledDecorated with precious stones
- portalImposing entrance or gate
- brain-teaserChallenging mental puzzle
match-three · logic · lemmings
simulator
Device replicating real conditions
- city-builderUrban planning video game
- managementOrganizing and directing resources
- sandboxEnclosed play area
tactics
Methods to achieve goals
- turn-basedPlayers alternate actions
- real-timeOccurring without processing delay
- RTSPauseless tactical gaming genre
empire-building · civilization · micromanagement · base-building
computer gameboard game
Marked-surface group entertainment
card game · tabletop game · outdoor game · parlor game · playground game
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