Entity: ELITEDANGEROUS
Elite: Dangerous is a massive multiplayer online first-person space simulator released by Frontier Developments in December 2014, known for its rich gameplay and expansive universe.
ELITEDANGEROUS
Etymology
The term 'Elite: Dangerous' was chosen as the name of the game to emphasize the dangerous and risky nature of the universe players would be exploring.
Definition
Elite: Dangerous is a massive multiplayer online first-person space simulator game released by Frontier Developments in December 2014. Players can explore a vast universe, engage in space combat, trade goods, mine resources, and more.
Historical Context
Elite: Dangerous builds upon the legacy of the 'Elite' series of space trading video games that originated in the 1980s. The game combines elements of space exploration, combat, trading, and more in a seamless online experience.
Cultural Significance
Elite: Dangerous has a dedicated player base and is known for its complex gameplay mechanics, realistic physics, and attention to detail in its universe. The game has a strong community that creates slang terms, acronyms, and inside jokes related to gameplay.
Related Concepts
- Railwinder: Slang for a battle Sidewinder with railguns installed in the hardpoint slots
- RES: Short term for Resource Extraction Site
- AFK: Away From Keyboard
See Also
A popular MMO first-person space simulator game with a vast universe and rich gameplay elements.