Video game technology has made significant advancements in the last decade, increasing its accessibility and popularity among players. These games have a myriad of benefits and uses, from improving cognitive skills like focus, response time, and visual memory to stimulating creativity, encouraging teamwork, and releasing serotonin.

To remain up to speed with the projected success of this industry, workforce talent must maintain a contemporary knowledge of video game terminology. Madeline Clarke, writing for TechRepublic Premium, presents this quick glossary highlighting the key terms and concepts.

• Featured definition from the glossary:

  Vertical slice

  A portion of a game that is fully playable and acts as a proof-of-concept representation for stakeholders to consider before they provide support in the form of partnerships or funding.

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