course of the game
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course of the game
The chronological sequence of events and the development during a game, contest, or match.
Das frühe Tor beeinflusste den gesamten weiteren Spielverlauf entscheidend.
The early goal decisively influenced the entire further course of the game.
The word is made up of 'Spiel' (game) and 'Verlauf' (course/progression). 'Verlauf' describes a development or sequence over time. The 'Spielverlauf' (course of the game) is therefore literally the sequence of events in a game.
Der Kommentator analysierte den bisherigen Spielverlauf.
The commentator analyzed the course of the game so far.
Common verbs used with 'Spielverlauf' (course of the game) are 'beeinflussen' (to influence), 'bestimmen' (to determine), 'ändern' (to change), or 'prägen' (to shape). They describe how events change the way the game continues.
Die rote Karte hat den Spielverlauf komplett geändert.
The red card completely changed the course of the game.
'Spielverlauf' (course of the game) is not only used for sports. You can use it for any kind of game, for example board games, card games, or video games.
Bei diesem Brettspiel kann eine einzige Entscheidung den gesamten Spielverlauf auf den Kopf stellen.
In this board game, a single decision can turn the entire course of the game upside down.
gameplay
Both words describe what happens in a game, but they focus on different aspects. “Gameplay” mainly refers to the way the game is played and the player's interaction, whereas “Spielverlauf” refers to the chronological development of events. Choose “Gameplay” for the playing experience and “Spielverlauf” for the sequence of events.
Der Spielverlauf änderte sich, als die Mannschaft kurz vor Schluss ein Tor erzielte.
The course of the game changed when the team scored a goal shortly before the end.
Das Gameplay des neuen Spiels ist leicht zu verstehen, bleibt aber durch viele Herausforderungen spannend.
The new game's gameplay is easy to understand, but it remains exciting because of its many challenges.
