das Game
game
An electronic game played on a computer, console, or mobile device; a video game.
EXAMPLE
Lass uns am Wochenende ein neues Game auf der Playstation ausprobieren.
Let's try out a new game on the PlayStation this weekend.
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Meanings
das Game
game
Colloquial for a situation or area that is viewed as a strategic game with its own rules and tactics.
EXAMPLE
Um im Dating-Game erfolgreich zu sein, braucht man Selbstbewusstsein.
To be successful in the dating game, you need self-confidence.
Usage tips
English loanword
'Game' is a direct loanword from English. In German, it is used as a neuter noun ('das Game'), which is common for many English nouns that end in a consonant.
EXAMPLE
Das neue Game hat eine beeindruckende Grafik.
The new game has impressive graphics.
Plural form
As a loanword from English, 'Game' often keeps its original plural form. The plural is therefore usually formed with an '-s': 'die Games' (the games).
EXAMPLE
Auf der Messe werden die neuesten Games vorgestellt.
The latest games are being presented at the trade fair.
Typical verb: 'zocken'
In colloquial language, especially among young people, 'Game' is very often combined with the verb 'zocken', which is a casual form of 'spielen' (to play).
EXAMPLE
Wollen wir heute Abend ein paar Runden von dem neuen Game zocken?
Do we want to play a few rounds of the new game tonight?
Figurative meaning
In colloquial language, 'Game' is also used metaphorically for an area of life with its own rules and strategies. It is often combined with another word, such as 'Dating-Game' (dating game) or 'Business-Game' (business game).
EXAMPLE
Er versteht das politische Game in der Firma sehr gut.
He understands the political game in the company very well.
Compare with
Game vs Spiel
game / play
For an electronic entertainment offering, both Spiel and Game are possible. Spiel is the neutral, general term. Game is an informal anglicism and emphasizes more strongly the connection with computer, console, or mobile games.
Game
Im Gaming-Chat wird das neue Game kurz vorgestellt.
The new game is briefly introduced in the gaming chat.
Spiel
Im Elternbrief wird das neue elektronische Spiel kurz vorgestellt.
The new electronic game is briefly introduced in the letter to parents.
In real life
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