It's time to learn gaming terminology effortlessly with real-world examples! Welcome to "Everyday Gaming Terminology." It can be quite fun to use gaming terminology in your everyday life, so we've compiled a list of the most important words every gamer should know. Let's learn about these terms that are frequently used in games!


1. HP
HP stands for Hit Points and represents your character's overall health. It's a value that determines how much damage your in-game character can sustain. When your HP drops to 0 or when the gauge runs out, your character will die or become unable to battle. HP is power! Stamina improves when your work is bolstered by a strong body. HP is incredibly important in your daily life. Take some time out of your schedule for a workout on this beautiful day. Increase your HP!
 
2. MP
MP stands for Magic Points and represents your character's magical ability. It's a value that is consumed to use magic and attack skills. When MP hits 0 in combat, your character becomes unable to use skills until it is replenished. When you use your skills at your job or school, it's important to remember to eat well and recharge!


3. Inventory
The inventory is a place where you can store your gear, consumables, and other items. Inventories are usually represented by a number of slots where items can be placed. In essence, your bag is your inventory! What kind of items are in your inventory today?


4. EXP
EXP is short for Experience, which you can gain through combat. You can think of it as the value that represents your progress in becoming stronger. Your level will increase after gaining a set amount of EXP. Clearing dungeons and completing quests provides EXP. The hardships one must go through in order to achieve something can be seen as EXP.


5. Quests
Quests are tasks or missions that a character must complete. They can work as tutorials or a means to progress through the game's story. Completing quests provides rewards and EXP. The rewards you acquire from quests can often be used to strengthen your character. No matter how hard a quest may be, take things step by step, and you'll soon find yourself at a higher level. To those who are hard at work questing out there, good luck!


6. NPC
NPC stands for Non-Player Character, a character that cannot be controlled by the player. They often give out quests and rewards. Most NPCs stand around in their designated spots and act as helpers that can guide players through the game. There are various types of NPCs that can help players out: Shop owners, blacksmiths, inventory managers, and much more.

7. Dungeons
A common trope in RPG titles, dungeons are areas that contain many monsters and fantastic treasures. In Netmarble's MMORPG Lineage 2: Revolution, there are daily dungeons, extraction dungeons, equipment dungeons, and more. The feeling of achievement cannot be put into words when overcoming all odds and earning amazing rewards. Going on adventures for the items we want sounds similar to our dungeon raiding habits in-game, don't you think?