Glossary of Jargon
Cartridge (Cart)
A solid plastic case containing a chip which contains the game data. Often loads instantly. Most familiar in its modern small form for the Game Boy Advance.
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Casual Gamer
A person who plays games but doesn't have a deep interest in the technology or culture of gaming, is probably not a regular reader of games magazines or web sites, and may buy games based on what is currently popular.
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Computer Game
Game you play on a PC.
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Console
A dedicated device for playing games, using a TV or monitor to view the action.
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Controller (Peripheral)
The handheld device you use to interact with the game that plugs into the console or PC.
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Disc
Round, flat physical medium that contains game data, also known as a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM.
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ELSPA
Entertainment & Leisure Software Publishers Association, the trade body and collective identity for the computer and video games industry in the UK.
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FMV (Full Motion Video)
Video footage as used in a game to tell parts of the story not covered in straight gameplay. Usually high-quality and non-interactive; aka cinematic or in-game movie.
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Handheld
Any portable device that you can play games on.
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Hardcore Gamer
A gaming enthusiast who reads the games magazines and websites; follows latest news on the development of key titles; will often play anything on anything at least once; will own as many consoles as possible, including everything in the current generation along with the key games for each format.
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ISFE
Interactive Software Federation Europe, the trade body for the European computer and video games industry.
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Online Gaming
Using the internet to play, either with or without interaction with other human players.
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PEGI (Pan-European Games Information)
The age ratings system for computer and video games across Europe.
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Port
A conversion of a game from one format to another.
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Video Game
A game you play on a console, using a TV or monitor to view the action.
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Facts
"The average age of the UK games player is in the mid-twenties"
"More people play more games in the UK than anywhere else in Europe"
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