ludodependence

Pronunciation: /ˌlu .doʊ.dɪˈpɛn.dəns/
Definition:
1. A strong reliance or habitual attachment to playing games (ludaments), especially video or digital games (ludations).
2. The condition of excessive engagement in gaming (ludation) activities that may interfere with daily life or responsibilities.
3. A psychological state characterized by craving and compulsive game-playing behavior.
4. The tendency to use gaming (ludation) as a primary means of relaxation or escape, potentially leading to dependency.

Significance:
• It defines the phenomenon of game-related reliance beyond casual play.
• It emphasizes awareness of gaming habits and their impact.
• It identifies gaming dependence without negative bias or judgment.
• It avoids Germanic or Scandinavian linguistic origins by using Latin-rooted components.
• It simplifies discussion about gaming (ludation) habits with a formal yet accessible term.
• It improves communication in psychological, social, and cultural contexts.
• It replaces colloquial or less formal phrases with a precise, comprehensible word.
Singular noun: ludodependence
Plural noun: ludodependences
Adjective: ludodependent
Adverb: ludodependently

Examples:
• "His (lo) ludodependence increased so intensely that he missed important meetings."
• "Parents should monitor their children's ludodependence to ensure healthy habits."
• "The study examined the effects of ludodependence on academic performance."
• "She (illa) recognized her (la) ludodependence and required a balance between gaming (ludation) and labor."
• "Ludodependence is becoming more common with the rise of immersive digital games (ludaments)."

by Dmitrio December 10, 2025