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in-game en · ADJ

Pronunciation

• /ˈɪnɡeɪm/ (UK, US)
• /ˈɪŋɡeɪm/ (UK, US)

Etymology

From in- + game.

Meanings

1. (not-comparable) Within the virtual world or player experience of a video game.
   • The in-game chat feature really enhances the experience.
   • Shameless in-game purchases aimed at kids have been in the news recently. 2016, Patrick Aievoli, Veal: The Rise of Generation Interactive, page 41:
   • You can buy in-game currency with real life money.
   • Interactive in-game music is also present in another sandbox game, Minecraft, as the player can change what music they play on a jukebox. These in-game musical activities can also present as very small mini-games or components on larger quests […] 2017, Alyssa Aska, Introduction to the Study of Video Game Music, page 79:

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