Nerfed

The term 'Nerfed' is a reference coined from the popular toy brand by Hasbro®, known for making play-weapons and sports equipment with an emphasis on utilizing a foam construction for the fun and safe use of their products. As such, the term is used to refer to something in a story or video game whose capabilities are altered to be less effective, hence comparing a previously useful tool to a Nerf® toy. A character in a story may be 'nerfed' to reconcile overpowered abilities with the continuity of the plot. A strategy or weapon in a video game may be 'nerfed' by the developers to ease the frustration of other players, encourage alternative strategies, or increase the level of difficulty.

His character had a really good strategy in the pilot, but then it was like he was nerfed for the rest of the season.

by Grimslimjim August 1, 2023

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Get the Nerfedmug.

nerfing brb

the silly word john roblox uses when he sees an op strat in his strategic game

"HOW TO GRIND GOLD EASILY IN TDX (RANGER ONLY) (NO SCAM)"
john roblox: nerfing brb

by memeaddictive December 16, 2024

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Needs to be nerfed

Used when something/someone is awesome in any way.
Originates from the gaming world (nerfing e.g. a weapon = making it weaker or less overpowered).

Strawberries need a nerf so badly!
Why is he so funny? He needs to be nerfed.

by Frankie Fusilli November 20, 2021

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silent nerf

When the developers of a game do not include a change to the game in the changelogs, usually to "nerf" or decrease the effectiveness of an ingame mechanic or item. This is done to avoid angering the community, but generally ends up doing the opposite.

The devs silent nerfed the pyro, how am I meant to play now?

by Gameknight14 June 3, 2024

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