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Definition of gameplay

gameplay

/ˈɡeɪmpleɪ/
game · play
Plural:gameplays
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gameplay Lexical Profile

gameplay Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The features of a video game or tabletop game, such as its plot, rules, challenges, and the way it is played, as distinct from its graphics and sound.

Example

"Critics praised the title for its smooth gameplay and intuitive controls, even though the visual effects were fairly simple."

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• Nearby Words

gamely
gamepad
gameplan
gameplay
gamer
gameshow
gamesmanship

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gameplay. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gameplay
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