I still can't believe we call them 'MOBAs'
This opinion piece discusses the problematic nature of the term 'MOBA' and the media's role in coining and perpetuating game genre names. It references past attempts to rename the genre, such as 'wizard-'em-up' and 'lane-pushing game,' and highlights the challenges in finding accurate and appealing terminology.
- Entities
- Topic: Genre Naming
- Company: PC Gamer
- Topic: Game Journalism
- Topic: MOBA
- Person: Chris Thursten
- Person: Kieron Gillen
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