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Qui imparerai alcune parole in inglese relative ai termini dei videogiochi come "avatar", "frag" e "noob".

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achievement
[sostantivo]

a reward in some video games that is obtained after completing specific, often challenging tasks

impresa, obiettivo

impresa, obiettivo

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avatar
[sostantivo]

an image that is the representation of a player in a game or an account on social media

avatar

avatar

Ex: She chose a cute animal as her avatar for the social media platform .Ha scelto un animale carino come suo **avatar** per la piattaforma di social media.
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to camp
[Verbo]

(of a character in a video game) to hide or stay in one spot for an extended period of time in order to remain safe or to ambush other players

campeggiare, appostarsi

campeggiare, appostarsi

Ex: The defensive team decided to camp near the bomb site , setting up barricades and traps to thwart the attacking team 's advances .La squadra difensiva ha deciso di **accamparsi** vicino al sito della bomba, allestendo barricate e trappole per ostacolare l'avanzata della squadra attaccante.
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cross-play
[sostantivo]

a feature in some computer games that enables the participants across the world to play a game together regardless of having different platforms, operating systems, or consoles

gioco cross-platform, interoperabilità tra piattaforme

gioco cross-platform, interoperabilità tra piattaforme

Ex: It ’s great that this game allows cross-play because now I can play with my cousin , even though he 's using a different platform .È fantastico che questo gioco permetta il **cross-play** perché ora posso giocare con mio cugino, anche se sta usando una piattaforma diversa.
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cutscene
[sostantivo]

a non-interactive scene in a video game that is usually shown when the player levels up, dies, or reaches another chapter of the game to develop the plot of the game

cinematica, scena cinematografica

cinematica, scena cinematografica

Ex: We skipped the cutscene because we had already seen it during our last playthrough .Abbiamo saltato la **cutscene** perché l'avevamo già vista durante il nostro ultimo gameplay.
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Easter egg
[sostantivo]

a message, reference, or feature that is intentionally hidden by the directors of a movie, developers of a game, or writers of a book, etc. for the sake of amusement

uovo di Pasqua, riferimento nascosto

uovo di Pasqua, riferimento nascosto

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experience point
[sostantivo]

a point awarded to a player who has passed a level, accomplished a mission, collected a particular item, or defeated a specific enemy in a computer game

punto esperienza, punto XP

punto esperienza, punto XP

Ex: Every time I complete a mission, I get XP to improve my character.Ogni volta che completo una missione, ottengo **punti esperienza** per migliorare il mio personaggio.
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to frag
[Verbo]

to kill an enemy in a shooting game

fragare, eliminare

fragare, eliminare

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gold farming
[sostantivo]

the practice of devoting long hours into playing a specific game in order to collect in-game currency and related assets and make money by selling them to other players

coltivazione d'oro, raccolta d'oro

coltivazione d'oro, raccolta d'oro

Ex: After a few weeks of gold farming, she had enough currency to buy the rarest items in the game .Dopo alcune settimane di **gold farming**, aveva abbastanza valuta per comprare gli oggetti più rari del gioco.
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level
[sostantivo]

(in computer games) an area that the player has access to as they take on an objective

livello

livello

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(of a player's character) to advance to the next level in terms of strength, ability, etc.

salire di livello, avanzare di livello

salire di livello, avanzare di livello

Ex: The thief leveled up after mastering the art of pickpocketing , becoming more adept at stealing valuable items undetected .Il ladro è **salito di livello** dopo aver padroneggiato l'arte del borseggio, diventando più abile nel rubare oggetti di valore senza essere scoperto.
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pwnage
[sostantivo]

the fact or act of completely defeating a rival or enemy in a video game

dominazione, annientamento

dominazione, annientamento

Ex: The way he took out that boss without breaking a sweat was pure pwnage.Il modo in cui ha eliminato quel boss senza sudare è stato puro **pwnage**.
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to pwn
[Verbo]

to completely defeat a rival or opponent, particularly in a video game

dominare, annientare

dominare, annientare

Ex: I thought I had a good strategy, but then he came in and just pwned my defense.Pensavo di avere una buona strategia, ma poi è arrivato e ha semplicemente **pwned** la mia difesa.
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replayability
[sostantivo]

(particularly of a computer game or music) worthy of playing more than once

rigiocabilità, capacità di rigioco

rigiocabilità, capacità di rigioco

Ex: The movie was n't that good , but it has replayability since I can watch it over and over without getting bored .Il film non era così bello, ma ha una **rigiocabilità** dato che posso guardarlo più e più volte senza annoiarmi.
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replayable
[aggettivo]

a quality in video games that makes them worth experiencing more than once

rigiocabile, da rigiocare

rigiocabile, da rigiocare

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to respawn
[Verbo]

(of a video game character) to come back to life after having been killed

resuscitare,  riapparire

resuscitare, riapparire

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shoot-'em-up
[aggettivo]

(of a computer game) involving a lot of shooting and bloodshed

di spari intensi, pieno di sparatorie

di spari intensi, pieno di sparatorie

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gamer
[sostantivo]

someone who plays video games

giocatore, gamer

giocatore, gamer

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console
[sostantivo]

an electronic device used for playing video games on a television or display screen

console, console di gioco

console, console di gioco

Ex: They spent the weekend playing multiplayer games on their consoles.Hanno passato il fine settimana a giocare a giochi multiplayer sulle loro **console**.
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triple-A
[sostantivo]

a high-quality, high-budget video game developed by a major company with extensive resources

gioco triple-A, gioco AAA

gioco triple-A, gioco AAA

Ex: I ca n’t wait to play the latest triple-A that just came out this week .Non vedo l'ora di giocare all'ultimo **triple-A** appena uscito questa settimana.
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an internet and gaming term used to indicate that a person is temporarily not available or not actively participating in an online activity or game because they are not physically present at their computer or keyboard

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the range or radius of an action or ability that affects multiple targets within a specified area in video games or role-playing games

Ex: Be careful when you cast that ability , it has area of effect that could hit your teammates .
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bullet sponge
[sostantivo]

enemies or characters that have an excessive amount of health or resilience, often requiring players to expend a large number of bullets or attacks to defeat them

spugna di proiettili, serbatoio di proiettili

spugna di proiettili, serbatoio di proiettili

Ex: I do n't mind challenging fights , but sometimes the bullet sponge enemies just feel like they 're wasting my time .Non mi dispiacciono i combattimenti impegnativi, ma a volte i nemici **spugne di proiettili** sembrano solo farmi perdere tempo.
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camping
[sostantivo]

a gaming term used to describe the strategy of staying in one location or area for an extended period, often to gain an advantage or to ambush opponents

campeggio, strategia di accampamento

campeggio, strategia di accampamento

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cheesing
[sostantivo]

the act of using tactics or strategies in a video game that exploit weaknesses or loopholes in the game mechanics to gain an advantage over opponents

formaggino, tattica del formaggio

formaggino, tattica del formaggio

Ex: The community started discussing how to stop cheesing from becoming a common strategy in the game.La comunità ha iniziato a discutere su come impedire che il **cheesing** diventi una strategia comune nel gioco.
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world
[sostantivo]

an environment visualized or created, especially in a video game

mondo, universo

mondo, universo

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gamification
[sostantivo]

the process of incorporating game-like elements and mechanics, such as points, rewards, leaderboards, challenges, and progress tracking, into non-game contexts

ludicizzazione, gamification

ludicizzazione, gamification

Ex: Gamification has made my morning workout routine more fun, as I get points for every exercise completed.La **gamification** ha reso la mia routine di allenamento mattutina più divertente, poiché ottengo punti per ogni esercizio completato.
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gaming
[sostantivo]

the act of playing video games or other interactive media, typically on a computer, console, or mobile device, for entertainment, recreation, or competition

videogioco, gaming

videogioco, gaming

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loot box
[sostantivo]

a virtual item in a video game that can be purchased with real money or in-game currency and contains random rewards, such as virtual items, currency, or other in-game bonuses

scatola del bottino, scrigno delle ricompense

scatola del bottino, scrigno delle ricompense

Ex: After a few hours of playing, I earned a loot box, but it didn’t have anything useful.Dopo alcune ore di gioco, ho guadagnato una **scatola del bottino**, ma non conteneva nulla di utile.
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microtransaction
[sostantivo]

a small financial transaction typically made within a video game or other software application, often using real-world currency or virtual currency, for the purpose of acquiring virtual goods or other in-game benefits

microtransazione, acquisto in-app

microtransazione, acquisto in-app

Ex: I did n’t want to buy any microtransactions, but the limited-time offer was too tempting .Non volevo acquistare nessuna **microtransazione**, ma l'offerta a tempo limitato era troppo allettante.
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mouse potato
[sostantivo]

a person who spends excessive amounts of time using a computer, particularly for activities such as browsing the internet, playing video games, or engaging in social media

dipendente dal computer, topo da divano digitale

dipendente dal computer, topo da divano digitale

Ex: I used to be a mouse potato, but now I try to spend more time outside and less time in front of a screen .Ero un **dipendente dal mouse**, ma ora cerco di passare più tempo all'aperto e meno tempo davanti a uno schermo.
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multi-user
[aggettivo]

(of a computer system or software application) designed for use by more than one person at the same time

multiutente, multiuser

multiutente, multiuser

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nerf
[sostantivo]

the act of reducing the power or effectiveness of a weapon, ability, or strategy in order to balance or improve gameplay

nerf

nerf

Ex: The recent nerf to the armor system made it harder to survive longer fights .Il recente **nerf** al sistema armatura ha reso più difficile sopravvivere a combattimenti più lunghi.
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buff
[sostantivo]

a temporary or permanent enhancement to a character's abilities, attributes, or performance, often granted by items, power-ups, or other in-game mechanisms

miglioramento, bonus

miglioramento, bonus

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skin
[sostantivo]

a visual design or appearance that can be applied to a character, weapon, or other in-game object to change its look without affecting its performance or gameplay mechanics

skin, aspetto

skin, aspetto

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clan
[sostantivo]

a group of players or individuals who come together to form a community or team in video games, typically to compete together or achieve common goals

clan, gruppo

clan, gruppo

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crafting
[sostantivo]

a game mechanic in which players can create or upgrade items, equipment, or other in-game assets using various resources or components

artigianato, creazione

artigianato, creazione

Ex: Some players specialize in crafting, making rare items for others to buy.Alcuni giocatori si specializzano in **l'artigianato**, creando oggetti rari per gli altri da acquistare.
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additional digital content or expansions for a video game that can be purchased and downloaded after the initial release to enhance the gaming experience

contenuto scaricabile, DLC

contenuto scaricabile, DLC

Ex: The game has a lot of downloadable content that adds new characters and missions .Il gioco ha molto **contenuto scaricabile** che aggiunge nuovi personaggi e missioni.
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a metric used in video games to measure the amount of damage a character or weapon can deal over a specific period, usually one second. It helps players understand the efficiency and effectiveness of their attacks in combat situations

Ex: The tank class doesn't have the highest damage per second, but it can take a lot of damage and protect teammates.
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to gank
[Verbo]

to ambush or attack an opponent, often by surprise or with a numerical advantage, in a video game

tendere un'imboscata, attaccare con superiorità numerica

tendere un'imboscata, attaccare con superiorità numerica

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good game
[interiezione]

an expression used in the gaming community to show sportsmanship and respect to opponents after a match or game has concluded

bel gioco, ben giocato

bel gioco, ben giocato

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a statistical measure that represents the number of kills a player achieves in relation to the number of times they have been killed

rapporto uccisioni-morti, tasso di uccisioni per morte

rapporto uccisioni-morti, tasso di uccisioni per morte

Ex: My KDR took a hit after that last round, but I’m confident I can bounce back.Il mio **rapporto uccisioni-morti** ha subito un colpo dopo quell'ultimo round, ma sono sicuro di poter tornare in forma.
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button mashing
[sostantivo]

the action of repeatedly and rapidly pressing buttons on a controller, often without a specific strategy or timing, in order to perform actions in a video game

premere freneticamente i pulsanti, martellamento dei pulsanti

premere freneticamente i pulsanti, martellamento dei pulsanti

Ex: Her button mashing was a bit chaotic , but it worked well enough to defeat the boss .Il suo **premere freneticamente i pulsanti** era un po' caotico, ma ha funzionato abbastanza bene per sconfiggere il boss.
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magic point
[sostantivo]

a resource used in some video games to cast spells or perform special abilities by consuming a specific amount of magical energy or power

punto magico, punto di magia

punto magico, punto di magia

Ex: After using a powerful spell, I noticed my MP was almost gone.Dopo aver usato un potente incantesimo, ho notato che i miei **punti magia** erano quasi esauriti.
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noob
[sostantivo]

a computer user, particularly a video gamer, who does not have the needed knowledge or skills to have a good performance

novizio

novizio

Ex: He laughed off the insults from other players , knowing that everyone starts as a noob at some point .Rise degli insulti degli altri giocatori, sapendo che tutti iniziano come **noob** a un certo punto.
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overpowered
[aggettivo]

referring to a game element, character, or ability that is excessively strong or dominant, often giving an unfair advantage compared to other elements or players

sovrapotenziato, troppo forte

sovrapotenziato, troppo forte

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a term used to describe a game mode or situation in which players compete directly against each other, rather than against computer-controlled opponents

Ex: Many gamers enjoy the thrill of PvP combat in massive online games.
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quick time event
[sostantivo]

a gameplay mechanic in video games that requires the player to press specific buttons or perform actions in response to on-screen prompts within a limited timeframe to progress through the game or perform certain actions

evento a tempo rapido, sequenza di azione rapida

evento a tempo rapido, sequenza di azione rapida

Ex: I missed the button prompt during the QTE, and my character fell off the cliff.Ho perso il prompt del pulsante durante il **quick time event**, e il mio personaggio è caduto dalla scogliera.
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to abruptly quit a video game out of frustration or anger, often by intentionally disconnecting from the game or leaving the match

abbandonare per rabbia, rage-quit

abbandonare per rabbia, rage-quit

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any character in a video game that is controlled by the computer itself rather than the playe

personaggio non giocante, PNG

personaggio non giocante, PNG

Ex: The friendly non-player character guided me through the tutorial and explained how to use my abilities .Il gentile **personaggio non giocante** mi ha guidato attraverso il tutorial e mi ha spiegato come usare le mie abilità.
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smurfing
[sostantivo]

the act of an experienced player using a new or alternate account to play against lower-skilled opponents, typically to achieve easy wins or exploit the matchmaking system

lo smurfing, la pratica dello smurf

lo smurfing, la pratica dello smurf

Ex: Smurfing has become a problem in many online games , as it creates an unfair advantage .Lo **smurfing** è diventato un problema in molti giochi online, poiché crea un vantaggio ingiusto.
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tank
[sostantivo]

a character or role in a game that has high durability and is designed to absorb damage and protect other members of the team

tank, corazzato

tank, corazzato

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power gamer
[sostantivo]

a player who prioritizes maximizing their character's power and effectiveness in the game

giocatore di potenza, ottimizzatore di personaggi

giocatore di potenza, ottimizzatore di personaggi

Ex: As a power gamer, he had the best gear in the game before anyone else could catch up .Come **giocatore di potenza**, aveva il miglior equipaggiamento del gioco prima che chiunque altro potesse raggiungerlo.
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life
[sostantivo]

the numerical representation of a player's or character's health or vitality, which determines their ability to withstand damage or survive in the game

vita, punti vita

vita, punti vita

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adaptive music
[sostantivo]

a type of interactive audio in video games that dynamically changes based on the player's actions or the game's events to enhance the gaming experience

musica adattiva, musica interattiva

musica adattiva, musica interattiva

Ex: Every time I failed a level, the music would reset, adding to the feeling of frustration.Ogni volta che fallivo un livello, la **musica adattiva** si resettava, aggiungendo alla sensazione di frustrazione.
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player character
[sostantivo]

a fictional character in a game, whether in a tabletop role-playing game or a video game, that is controlled and guided by a player throughout the course of the game's events and challenges

personaggio del giocatore, avatar del giocatore

personaggio del giocatore, avatar del giocatore

Ex: As the game progresses , your player character gains new abilities and stronger stats .Man mano che il gioco progredisce, il tuo **personaggio giocante** acquisisce nuove abilità e statistiche più forti.
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high score
[sostantivo]

the best or highest achievement in terms of points or performance in a game

punteggio più alto, miglior punteggio

punteggio più alto, miglior punteggio

Ex: Every time I play, I aim to reach a new high score to keep improving my skills.Ogni volta che gioco, mi propongo di raggiungere un nuovo **high score** per continuare a migliorare le mie abilità.
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to game
[Verbo]

to play computer or video games

giocare

giocare

Ex: She loves to game as a way to unwind after a long day at work.Le piace **giocare** come modo per rilassarsi dopo una lunga giornata di lavoro.
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