gaming platform

American

[gey-ming plat-fawrm] / ˈgeɪ mɪŋ ˌplæt fɔrm /

noun

Digital Technology, Games.

a computer system specially made for playing video games; a console.

The new gaming platforms have much better graphics resolution than previous generation consoles.
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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The gaming platform said that the move would be worthwhile over the long haul.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

Roblox stock was down 25% in premarket trading following results after the Thursday bell from the online gaming platform that is popular with children.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Roblox stock was down 24% in premarket trading after the online gaming platform popular with children posted results following Thursday’s closing bell.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Roblox is the most popular gaming platform in the UK among eight to 12-year-olds.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

The gaming platform said verifying your age is optional but users won’t be able to access chat features unless they do so.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2025

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