The definition of meta used in the piece doesn't match my understanding. Take his final example where he says that adjusting tactics in response to your opponent in ultimate frisbee is meta. No, that just strategy.
Same goes for most of the examples he gives.
Looks like I'm getting old, and the word has been redefined from out under me:
In video games, however, the metagame has its own meaning—and depending on which game you play, the context differs. In short, the metagame in video gaming means using characters or items that are the most powerful at the time to try and find the best and quickest means to victory.
Same goes for most of the examples he gives.
Looks like I'm getting old, and the word has been redefined from out under me:
In video games, however, the metagame has its own meaning—and depending on which game you play, the context differs. In short, the metagame in video gaming means using characters or items that are the most powerful at the time to try and find the best and quickest means to victory.
https://dotesports.com/general/news/what-is-the-meta-meaning...