"Eurogame" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: Eurogames [plural]
Etymology: From Euro- + game. The term was coined by Dave Howell in 1995 while he was working at Wizards of the Coast, as an alternative to the then-standard term German game. Etymology templates: {{affix|en|Euro-|game}} Euro- + game Head templates: {{en-noun}} Eurogame (plural Eurogames)
  1. A style of board game originating in Germany, characterized by simple rules, short to medium playtimes, indirect player interaction, abstract physical components, emphasis on strategy over luck or conflict, and economic themes. Wikipedia link: The Settlers of Catan, Wizards of the Coast Categories (topical): Board games Synonyms: German game, German-style board game, German-style game, eurogame Related terms: spielfreak

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