Video Game Quiz

1. I can identify what makes a game a ""hero shooter"" compared to a more traditional arena shooter.

2. I can explain what ""cross-progression"" means in modern gaming.

3. I know what ""ray tracing"" refers to and what kind of visual changes it typically affects.

4. Scenario: In a co-op PvE game, your team keeps wiping to a boss. Which approach is most likely to fix it?

5. I can identify the purpose of 'patch notes' and what a game patch typically changes.

6. I can identify at least one landmark game that helped define the platformer genre in the 1980s/early 1990s.

7. If a game is described as a ""soulslike,"" I generally know what core gameplay elements that implies.

8. I know what 'LAN party' refers to in gaming history/culture.

9. Scenario: In a battle royale, you land far from the safe zone and the storm is closing. What is usually the best priority?

10. If someone mentions the NES “Seal of Quality,” I understand what it was and what problem it aimed to solve.

11. I know what a ""loot pool"" is and how it relates to drop rates or targeted farming.

12. I can tell the difference between ""roguelike"" and ""roguelite"" in common modern usage.

13. I can identify which early arcade game popularized the idea of “high scores” as a major draw for players.

14. I can identify what 'open-world' implies about game structure and player freedom.

15. I know which game series is associated with the phrase 'The cake is a lie.'

16. I know what 'indie game' usually means in terms of development/publishing (not a genre).

17. I understand what ""crafting"" systems usually involve in modern survival or RPG games (resources, recipes, tiers).

18. I can identify which company made the Neo Geo and what it was known for in the arcade/home scene.

19. I can name at least one major contemporary game engine and what it's commonly used for (e.g., Unreal, Unity).

20. I can correctly identify what 'platformer' describes as a game genre/mechanic.

21. I can name which 1983 home console crash is often called the “video game crash” and describe one major cause of it.

22. Scenario: In a MOBA, your lane opponent is stronger early. What is usually the safest plan?

23. I can place early 3D breakthroughs (like the shift to polygonal graphics) in the correct mid-1990s console/arcade context.

24. Scenario: In a stealth game, enemies keep spotting you. What is typically the most effective adjustment?

25. I understand what a 'checkpoint' or 'save point' system does in many games.

26. If a game uses 'loot boxes' or 'gacha,' I understand what that monetization mechanic involves.

27. I know what “Mode 7” refers to and which 16-bit console era it’s associated with.

28. If someone mentions 'JRPG,' I know the typical conventions associated with the term (not just where it was made).

29. I can correctly match the character Kratos to his game series.

30. I know which company originally created Sonic the Hedgehog.

31. I know what 'metroidvania' generally means (exploration, gated progression, ability-based backtracking).

32. I can name a major early fighting game milestone (e.g., a title that helped define combos, special moves, or competitive play).

33. I understand what ""seasonal content"" usually means in modern games (limited-time rewards, resets, new content drops).

34. I can tell the difference between 'MMO' and a standard single-player RPG.

35. I can match Sega Genesis/Mega Drive to its main 16-bit rival and the era of their “console war.”

36. I know what ""DPS,"" ""tank,"" and ""support"" roles generally mean across modern team-based games.

37. I know what 'DLC' means and how it is typically used in modern games.

38. I can correctly match major console brands (Nintendo, Sony, Microsoft) to their flagship series (e.g., Mario/Zelda, God of War, Halo).

39. I can explain what a “cartridge-based console” is and name at least two classic examples.

40. I can recognize what 'turn-based combat' means compared to real-time combat.

41. I know what “light gun games” were popular for in arcades/home systems and can name an early well-known example.

42. I know which franchise includes the characters Master Chief and Cortana.

43. I know which early online service or network concept helped pave the way for console/PC online gaming (even if it was limited).

44. I can recognize what ""crossplay"" means and a common reason it might be limited between platforms.

45. I can explain what ""gacha"" monetization is and how it differs from a standard cosmetic shop.

46. I can name at least one classic RPG franchise that became influential in the 8-bit/16-bit era and explain why it mattered.

47. I understand the concept of ""meta"" in competitive games (e.g., why certain picks or builds become popular).

48. I know the original release era (early 1980s, mid 1990s, etc.) for at least three classic arcade hits (e.g., Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Galaga).

49. I can explain what ""cooldown management"" means in ability-based combat systems.

50. I can explain what a ""battle pass"" is and how it typically works in modern live-service games.

51. I know which early handheld system popularized portable gaming for many players and what made it successful.

52. I know which console is commonly associated with the transition from cartridges to CDs in the mainstream (e.g., early PlayStation/Saturn era) and why CDs mattered.

53. I can recognize the historical importance of Tetris (e.g., its global reach, platform associations, or cultural impact).

54. I know what a 'speedrun' is and what makes it different from a normal playthrough.

55. I know which franchise features the characters Link and Zelda.

56. I know which franchise includes a plumber named Mario and his brother Luigi.

57. I can correctly identify the primary genre of games like Civilization (turn-based 4X/strategy).

58. I know what the acronym 'RPG' typically means in video games.

59. I know what 'FPS' stands for and what kind of gameplay it describes.

60. I can correctly identify the company behind the PlayStation brand.

61. I can name at least one classic arcade game known for a high-score chasing loop (e.g., Pac-Man-style design).

62. I can identify what 'NPC' stands for and what role NPCs usually play in games.

63. I can identify the genre of a game described as 'battle royale' (large player count, last one/team standing).

64. I understand what ""procedural generation"" means and where it is commonly used in modern games.

65. Scenario: In an RPG, you feel underpowered. Which choice is most likely to help without changing the game difficulty?

66. I can distinguish between an ""open world"" game and a ""hub-based"" game in terms of structure.

67. Scenario: In a collectible card game (digital or physical), you keep running out of resources before making strong plays. What concept is most relevant?

68. I can distinguish between a 'roguelike/roguelite' and a traditional linear game based on core mechanics (runs, permadeath, progression).

69. Scenario: In a multiplayer shooter, you keep losing close-range fights. Which change is most likely to help immediately?

70. I can identify the game series in which characters catch creatures in Poké Balls.

71. I know which company released the Atari 2600 and why it mattered for early home gaming.

72. I understand what ""skill-based matchmaking"" (SBMM) means and why games use it.

73. I know what 'eSports' refers to and can name at least one game commonly played competitively.

74. I know what the term “8-bit” generally refers to in retro gaming and can name at least one 8-bit-era system.

75. If shown a photo of a classic arcade cabinet layout (joystick + one/two buttons), I could often guess the type of game and era it came from.

76. I understand why ""frame rate"" (FPS) can matter for gameplay feel and responsiveness, not just visuals.

77. Scenario: In a team objective game, your team is losing despite high eliminations. What is the most likely issue?