sandbox game

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sandbox game (plural sandbox games)

  1. (video games, roleplaying games) A game with no linear storyline or specific goal, the player deriving amusement from a range of open-ended interactions or situations.
    • 2004, Tracy Fullerton, Christopher Swain, Steven Hoffman, Game design workshop: designing, prototyping, and playtesting games:
      This was the ultimate sandbox game. By providing a simple, yet rich simulation, it gave the user the tools with which to create his own fun.
    • 2007, Katie Salen, The ecology of games: connecting youth, games, and learning:
      In contrast, a sandbox game such as Civilization operates more like a hobby []
    • 2008 July, GameAxis Unwired:
      [] the sequel to the military-themed sandbox game known as Mercenaries []

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