When self-appointed authorities in the gaming community attempt to dictate how others should play, speak, or engage based on personal preferences or perceived norms.
"I prefer playing stealthily in this game."
"You're not a real gamer unless you play aggressively."
"I like using this controller for gaming." "Real gamers only use XYZ brand. You're not serious about gaming."
"I enjoy playing casually for fun." "Casual gamers ruin the experience for serious players. Step up or quit."
"No, it's not a mod/playstyle choice!!! Silent Assassin is cheating, and anyone with half a brain cell is going to think of you as a cheater if you run it."
"Embracing a 'Gamer Gatekeeping' attitude, some assert their words as law in the gaming world, dictating how everyone should play. Disregarding these proclaimed rules may lead to exclusion from the gaming community."
"You're not a real gamer unless you play aggressively."
"I like using this controller for gaming." "Real gamers only use XYZ brand. You're not serious about gaming."
"I enjoy playing casually for fun." "Casual gamers ruin the experience for serious players. Step up or quit."
"No, it's not a mod/playstyle choice!!! Silent Assassin is cheating, and anyone with half a brain cell is going to think of you as a cheater if you run it."
"Embracing a 'Gamer Gatekeeping' attitude, some assert their words as law in the gaming world, dictating how everyone should play. Disregarding these proclaimed rules may lead to exclusion from the gaming community."
by Aboda7m December 26, 2023
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Get the kit gamer mug.Skin that is noticeably pale, developed by lack of exposure to the sun for extended periods of time.
Did you see that guy? He was very pale. He's got a gamer tan.
When did you last leave the house? You've got a gamer tan.
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Get the Gamer 1 mug.An Options Gamer is a person who has to adjust the settings first before even playing a game rather than after to see if settings need to be adjusted. Also applies to people who have to look at the options without changing them before playing a video game.
"Hey babe, how come you haven't started the game yet?"
"Sorry I just have to make sure the settings suit my monitor and if all the sensitivity is right!"
"Why don't you wait to play to see if you need to change anything?"
"Look, I just know okay"
"Ugh, you're such an Options Gamer"
"Sorry I just have to make sure the settings suit my monitor and if all the sensitivity is right!"
"Why don't you wait to play to see if you need to change anything?"
"Look, I just know okay"
"Ugh, you're such an Options Gamer"
by jeriahforte April 6, 2023
Get the Options Gamer mug."Gamer Normie" also known as "Retro Normie" refers to an individual within the gaming community who exhibits limited knowledge or involvement in gaming culture, typically lacking a deep understanding of gaming history, niche genres, or the intricacies of specific gaming franchises. These individuals often engage in casual gaming and tend to rely on common or overused gaming references, humor, and stereotypes, often demonstrating a surface-level appreciation for gaming rather than a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the medium.
Person A: Hey, have you seen Person C trying to talk about retro games lately?
Person B: Yeah, he's such a Gamer Normie. He's always making basic references and doesn't seem to know much about the gaming industry beyond the popular titles.
Person B: Yeah, he's such a Gamer Normie. He's always making basic references and doesn't seem to know much about the gaming industry beyond the popular titles.
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