video game
Americannoun
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video games
plural
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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
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Etymology
Origin of video game
First recorded in 1970–75
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A24 is currently making its most expensive movie to date—an adaptation of the video game “Elden Ring” scheduled for release in 2028 that costs nearly $200 million, according to people familiar with the matter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026
BioWare, the video game studio behind sci-fi epic Mass Effect and fantasy saga Dragon Age, has been closed down.
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026
In early May, video game retailer GameStop made an unsolicited takeover offer valuing eBay at $55.5 billion.
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026
“Bender,” the group’s collaboration with Barker, and “Do Me Like That” are featured on Madden NFL 27 and NBA 2K26 video game soundtracks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2026
He wasn’t wearing a turban, but the Mr. Lemoncello mannequin reminded Kyle of the Zoltar Speaks fortune-teller booths he’d seen in video game arcades.
From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein
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