video game

Or vid·e·o·game

[vid-ee-oh-geym]

noun

Digital Technology.

1. 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.

2. any of various games played using a microchip-controlled device, as an arcade machine or handheld toy.

video game

noun

1. any of various games that can be played by using an electronic control to move points of light or graphical symbols on the screen of a visual display unit

Word History and Origins

Origin of video game¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

And it was not just limited to fans - at least one video game publisher suggested they were also caught up in the chaos caused by demand for the game.

From BBC

He played football video games and generally kept busy.

From BBC

Call of Duty's makers have struck a deal to turn the video game into a live-action film.

From BBC

Metal Gear is one of the best-selling video game series in history, shifting more than 60 million copies.

From BBC

But the top boss behind the video game admits cancelling the 2025 edition was "embarrassing".

From BBC

Related Words

• computer game