score multiplier

Bonus earning factor

A score multiplier is a bonus in video games that increases points earned by a set factor.

A 2x multiplier doubles points; a 5x multiplier quintuples them.

Multipliers typically reward skillful play, consecutive successes, or completing challenges: Keep the combo going to build your score multiplier.

The mechanic encourages risk-taking and replayability.

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powerup · amplifier · boost · double points · streak · points · doubler · tripler · jackpot · arcade · pinball · highscore · reward · extra life · escalate · cascade · frenzy · pickup

Opposites
mathematical operation on points

score multiplierraw score

Unmodified numerical result

score enhancement vs. score reduction

score multiplierpoint penalty

Score reduction for infractions

point deduction · handicap · debuff · diminishing returns

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