Words Related to Games

Words Related to Games - Video Game Console

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joystick
noun
an upright lever that can be moved in different directions to control an image or character in a video game
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gamepad
noun
a handheld input device used to control video games or other interactive media, typically featuring buttons, directional pads, analog sticks, and other controls that allow players to interact with the game and manipulate on-screen objects or characters
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controller
noun
an electronic input device that is used to control video games
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directional pad
noun
a set of arrow-shaped buttons on a controller used to navigate in video games or other electronic devices
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analog stick
noun
a thumb-operated input device on modern gaming controllers that provides variable and precise movement in multiple directions
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paddle
noun
a handheld input device used in gaming to control movement or perform specific actions in games
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video game console
noun
an electronic device on which video games can be played
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microconsole
noun
a small, specialized gaming device designed to play digital games, often with access to online gaming services
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handheld game console
noun
a portable electronic device designed for playing video games on the go, typically equipped with a screen and gaming controls integrated into the device
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Xbox
noun
a line of video game consoles developed and produced by Microsoft, known for its advanced gaming capabilities and a vast library of games
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GunCon
noun
a light gun controller designed for use with certain video game consoles, such as the PlayStation and PlayStation 2, to enhance shooting and target-based gameplay
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expandable storage
noun
the capability of increasing the storage capacity of a device, such as a gaming console or smartphone, by adding external storage devices such as memory cards or external hard drives
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PlayStation
noun
a popular brand of video game consoles developed and manufactured by Sony Interactive Entertainment
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backward compatibility
noun
the ability of a newer version of a video game console to play games designed for its previous model or generation
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