The videogame glossary

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Random term: Camping

A multiplayer tactic where a player stays or defends an area where it’s easy to score or defend. For example, in an online first-person shooter, some players may try to camp near the enemy spawn point to catch opponents before they can act. Many consider camping as a form of cheesing.