pay to win

"Pay to win" is often criticized in the gaming community for creating unfair advantages based on monetary investment rather than skill or effort.

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Definition

B2Video Games

(informal)A system where players can buy in-game advantages with real money, giving them an edge over others who do not spend.

Example

  • Many players stopped playing the game because it became pay to win.
  • The pay to win model frustrated those who couldn't afford to buy extra items.

B2Video Games

(informal)The practice of using real-world money to gain significant in-game benefits or progression.

Example

  • The game's pay to win mechanics made it impossible to compete without spending money.
  • He quickly advanced in the game by taking advantage of its pay to win features.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "pay to win":

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