skill shots

Aimed ability attacks

Skill shots are moves in games—video games, pinball, billiards—that require precise timing or aim rather than luck or button-mashing.

In multiplayer games, landing a difficult skill shot often earns bonus points or demonstrates mastery: He hit three consecutive skill shots to win the round.

The term emphasizes player ability over random chance.

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dexterity · execution · technique · esports · basketball · finger roll · pinball machines · arcade cabinet · scoring system · ball control · soccer · video games · penalty kick · hockey · billiards · pool hall · high scores · accuracy

Opposites
targeting mechanism

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Assisted targeting feature

aim assist · soft lock

outcome certainty

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Guaranteed outcomes

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