Difference between revisions of "Glossary:Local play"
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
'''Local play''' is a form of multiplayer which doesn't require any connections to a network or the internet. It is hosted on one machine and either all players are visible in one scene (usually 2D games) or the monitor is split into multiple screens (3D games). Players will require additional input devices to join the game (e.g. [[Controller]]). | '''Local play''' is a form of multiplayer which doesn't require any connections to a network or the internet. It is hosted on one machine and either all players are visible in one scene (usually 2D games) or the monitor is split into multiple screens (3D games). Players will require additional input devices to join the game (e.g. [[Controller]]). | ||
'''Hot-seat''' is a form of local multiplayer where the players alternate between each other. Everybody uses the same keyboard or [[controller]] at a time. It is mostly used in turn-based games. | '''Hot-seat''' is a form of local multiplayer where the players alternate between each other. Everybody uses the same keyboard or [[controller]] at a time. It is mostly used in turn-based games. | ||
Revision as of 09:36, 10 September 2017
Network
Multiplayer types
Connection types
Two players work together in Valve's Portal 2 using the game's split-screen feature.
- See also: List of Local Multiplayer Games
Key points
- A second input device (e.g. Controller) may be required
- No internet connection or second monitor needed
Description
Local play is a form of multiplayer which doesn't require any connections to a network or the internet. It is hosted on one machine and either all players are visible in one scene (usually 2D games) or the monitor is split into multiple screens (3D games). Players will require additional input devices to join the game (e.g. Controller).
Hot-seat is a form of local multiplayer where the players alternate between each other. Everybody uses the same keyboard or controller at a time. It is mostly used in turn-based games.