gaming platform
Americannoun
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a computer system specially made for playing video games; a console.
The new gaming platforms have much better graphics resolution than previous generation consoles.
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a proprietary family of video game consoles.
The game will be simultaneously released on the Playstation and Xbox gaming platforms.
Etymology
Origin of gaming platform
First recorded in 2000–05
Example Sentences
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Apple has its own age rating system, while the dominant PC gaming platform Steam -- based in the US -- has not implemented one.
From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026
The gaming platform has fizzled 40% over the last three months, which I think presents an opportunity.
From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026
Roblox has denied the claims, which it said are based on "misrepresentations" of its online gaming platform.
From BBC • Dec. 2, 2025
Roblox, a popular gaming platform that’s faced growing scrutiny over child safety concerns, said Tuesday it will require users to verify their age if they want to chat with other players.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2025
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says he has sued Roblox over "flagrantly ignoring" safety laws and "deceiving parents" about the dangers the online video gaming platform poses to young people.
From BBC • Nov. 6, 2025
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