computer games
Screen-based interactive pastimes
Computer games are video games played on personal computers rather than dedicated consoles or mobile devices.
The term emerged when home computers became capable of running games and remains common, though video games now serves as the broader category.
He spent the weekend playing computer games.
PC gaming typically emphasizes keyboard and mouse controls, modding communities, and digital distribution platforms.
Member-owned organization
- PvPHuman-versus-human game mode
- onlineNetwork-connected state
- MMORPGMultiplayer internet adventure game
- guildsCraftsmen's mutual aid societies
clans · matchmaking · voice chat · servers · esports · tournaments · leaderboards · crossplay
Enclosed storage furniture
- coin-opRequires inserted currency
- quartersAssigned living accommodations
- joystickTilting lever for control
- highscoreTop recorded result
retro · platformer · shooter · asteroids · centipede · pinball · bonus · power-up
Explosive launcher or fantasy genre
- questSeeking journey for something
- magicSupernatural or illusory power
- dragonsMythical fire-breathing reptiles
- elvesMythical small beings
dwarves · sorcery · wizardry · lore · mana · dungeons · inventory · leveling
Interactive elements of gaming
- graphicsVisual design elements
- controllerDevice directing a system
- consoleComfort in distress
- PCHome computer, or tactful
singleplayer · campaign · storyline · cutscene · save point · checkpoint · achievement · trophy
Symbolic communication system
- engineMachine producing motion
- unityWholeness through cohesion
- unrealNot actual, or astonishing
- programmingWriting software instructions
bug · debug · patch · update · modding · assets · rendering · physics engine
Falling-block puzzle game
- portalImposing entrance or gate
- bejeweledDecorated with precious stones
- match-threePuzzle genre, align symbols
- logicScience of valid reasoning
brain-teaser · hidden object · escape room · lemmings · candy crush · point-and-click
Methods to achieve goals
- turn-basedPlayers alternate actions
- real-timeOccurring without processing delay
- RTSPauseless tactical gaming genre
- civilizationAdvanced organized human society
tech tree · resource management · base building · fog of war · units · campaign · map · territory
co-op
Member-owned organization
- PvPHuman-versus-human game mode
- onlineNetwork-connected state
- MMORPGMultiplayer internet adventure game
guilds · clans · matchmaking · voice chat · servers · esports · tournaments · leaderboards · crossplay · lobby
cabinet
Enclosed storage furniture
- coin-opRequires inserted currency
- quartersAssigned living accommodations
- joystickTilting lever for control
highscore · retro · platformer · shooter · asteroids · centipede · pinball · bonus · power-up · insert coin
RPG
Explosive launcher or fantasy genre
- questSeeking journey for something
- magicSupernatural or illusory power
- dragonsMythical fire-breathing reptiles
elves · dwarves · sorcery · wizardry · lore · mana · dungeons · inventory · leveling · spellcasting
gameplay
Interactive elements of gaming
- graphicsVisual design elements
- controllerDevice directing a system
- consoleComfort in distress
PC · singleplayer · campaign · storyline · cutscene · save point · checkpoint · achievement · trophy · speedrun
code
Symbolic communication system
programming · bug · debug · patch · update · modding · assets · rendering · physics engine · AI
tetris
Falling-block puzzle game
- portalImposing entrance or gate
- bejeweledDecorated with precious stones
- match-threePuzzle genre, align symbols
logic · brain-teaser · hidden object · escape room · lemmings · candy crush · point-and-click
tactics
Methods to achieve goals
- turn-basedPlayers alternate actions
- real-timeOccurring without processing delay
- RTSPauseless tactical gaming genre
civilization · tech tree · resource management · base building · fog of war · units · campaign · map · territory · micromanagement
computer gamesboard games
Structured tabletop play
card games · outdoor games · tabletop games · parlor games · dice games
computer gamesoutdoor activities
Leisure pursuits in nature
physical exercise · manual labor · work · labor · sports
computer gameswork
Effort toward a goal
office work · spreadsheets · word processing · coding · homework
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