pixel hunting

The term "pixel hunting" originated from early graphic adventure games where players had to meticulously search for tiny, often hard-to-see objects to progress.

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Definition

B2Video Games

(informal, technical)The process of searching for a small, hard-to-find object or area on the screen to progress in a game.

Example

  • The game became frustrating due to excessive pixel hunting required to find the hidden key.
  • Pixel hunting can often detract from the overall enjoyment of an otherwise well-designed game.

B2User Interfaces

(technical)Struggling to accurately click or tap a tiny control on a graphical interface.

Example

  • Navigating the app was difficult because of the pixel hunting required to press small buttons.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "pixel hunting":

pixel huntdot painting