video game
Americannoun
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any of various interactive games played using a specialized electronic gaming device or a computer or mobile device and a television or other display screen, along with a means to control graphic images.
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any of various games played using a microchip-controlled device, as an arcade machine or handheld toy.
noun
Etymology
Origin of video game
First recorded in 1970–75
Example Sentences
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Video game companies have been leaning on remakes and remasters of older titles in recent years.
From BBC • Sep. 25, 2025
Video game studio Bethesda has announced the long-rumoured launch of a remastered version of its 2006 hit Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion.
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2025
Video game publishers have turned their biggest hits into films for decades.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2024
Video game companies involved in negotiations have previously told Newsbeat they "have worked hard to deliver proposals with reasonable terms".
From BBC • Oct. 30, 2024
Video game actors are on strike after performers union SAG-AFTRA and the video game companies couldn’t agree on AI terms.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 1, 2024
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