Rent
April 14, 2024
An obsolete game mechanic in MUDs that required players to pay rent in order to save their items.
Game Type: MUD (Page 2)
Glossary terms related to Multi-User Dungeons (MUDs). MUDs come in a wide variety of forms. Traditionally, they are multiplayer games played via telnet.
Remort
April 14, 2024
When a maxed-out character restarts the game with enhanced abilities or additional options.
PvP
April 11, 2024
Stands for "player versus player." A type of gameplay where players combat or are in conflict with each other.
PvE
April 11, 2024
Stands for "player versus environment." A type of gameplay where players face challenges that come from the game itself.
Pseudolanguage
April 11, 2024
Refers to strings of text that appear as unintelligible words and letters to represent a language unknown to the listener.
Powergaming
April 10, 2024
When a player prioritizes their character's power and success over collaborative storytelling or realistic character development.
P4P
April 10, 2024
Stands for "pay-for-perks." In P4P games, players use real-life money to purchase cosmetic perks or conveniences.
P2W
April 9, 2024
Stands for "pay-to-win." In pay-to-win games, players pay real-life money for key advantages in game.
P2P
April 9, 2024
Stands for "pay-to-play." Pay-to-play games typically require a monthly subscription in order to play.
OP
March 28, 2024
Stands for "overpowered." When a skill, item, or strategy is so strong as to disrupt the game's balance.
