What is Cybesport: Discover the World of Competitive Gaming

Description

"What is cybersport?": In CyberStem's first podcast, we uncover the fundamental essence of esports. We explore how ordinary computer games transformed into professional sports and why millions of people follow esports tournaments. During the podcast, we'll also get acquainted with the latest news in the field and learn the basic terms commonly used in video games. Whether you're an experienced player or new to this field, this episode will help you better understand the world of esports.

Dictionary of Cybersport Terms

MVP - "Most valuable player": A title in team games given at the end of the game to the player whose individual performance was the best. MVP is also an award given to the best player of a championship.

HP - "Health points" or "hit points", abbreviated as "HP": In games, it's a unit that determines the maximum amount of damage an object can take. If the current HP number reaches zero, the object dies.

NPC - "Non-player character": This is a character in a video game that isn't controlled by any player. Instead, it's controlled by the computer. It has predetermined behavior that can affect the outcome of the game.

XP or EXP - "Experience points": XP is a unit of measurement that shows the life experience and progress of a player's character during the game. Experience points are usually awarded for completing game tasks and winning games.

Noob, newbie - This is gaming slang that describes newcomers or poor players. The word "noob" is usually used by players as an insult.

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Author: Lusine Hakobyan