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Hidden Lexicon of Board Game Jargon
Explore the lesser-known terminology that enthusiasts use to describe unique mechanics, strategies, and components in board games.
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Across
  • 1. Conflict occurring within player factions or alliances
  • 2. Adjusting rules or components for balanced gameplay
  • 3. Player who makes non-threatening moves to avoid conflict
  • 4. Term derived from crowdfunding, also means launching a game project
  • 7. Maximum cards a player can hold at once
  • 8. Forcing another player’s piece back to start
  • 9. Managing multiple game actions or resources simultaneously
  • 11. Abbreviation for narrative or story element in gameplay
  • 16. In-game item used to pay costs or activate abilities
  • 18. Small human-shaped piece used in many Eurogames
Down
  • 5. Speed and flow control of game turns or phases
  • 6. Mechanic involving sliding or repositioning cubes
  • 10. Humorous term for awkward game translation errors
  • 12. British term for checkers, sometimes referenced in gaming
  • 13. Effect where combined elements produce greater results
  • 14. A state where game progress is temporarily halted
  • 15. One-fourth segment of the game board or map
  • 17. Deliberate risky play for future advantage
  • 19. Transparent sheets added on game boards for expansion
  • 20. Player tiredness affecting their decision quality in long sessions

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