Are you a true fan of video games? Can you name the very first video game or tell me who the main character is in your favorite role-playing game? With our Ultimate Video Game Trivia Quiz, it’s time to demonstrate your gaming knowledge!
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1. What is the name of the massively popular sandbox game that lets players build, explore, and survive in an open world made of blocks?
A. Minecraft
B. Tom Nook
C. Ganondorf
D. Candy Crush Saga
The creative sandbox game Minecraft was initially created by Markus Persson, also known as “Notch,” and was later developed and published by Mojang Studios. The game’s open-world concept and freedom to build and explore have made it one of the best-selling video games of all time, with a massive and dedicated player community creating everything from intricate structures to entire virtual worlds.
2. In the game “Animal Crossing: New Horizons,” what is the name of the character who helps you settle on a deserted island?
A. Thomas Eddison
B. Tim Berners
C. Tom Nook
D. Charles Babbage
Tom Nook is a popular character in the “Animal Crossing” series of video games, known for his role as the friendly and entrepreneurial raccoon who helps players with loans and property management. Interestingly, Tom Nook’s Japanese name is “Tanukichi,” which is a play on “tanuki,” a type of Japanese raccoon dog known for its folklore associations with shape-shifting and business. This clever naming choice adds a cultural twist to Tom Nook’s character and his role as a shopkeeper and landlord in the game.
3. What game features a battle between terrorists and counter-terrorists, with the terrorists attempting to plant a bomb and the counter-terrorists trying to defuse it?
A. Counter-Strike
B. Super Mario Bros.
C. Halo
D. Princess Zelda
Counter-Strike is one of the most popular video games in the world. Its basic idea is simple: Players are divided into teams of terrorists and counter-terrorists. The counter-terrorists must defuse bombs or save hostages
4. Which game features a battle royale mode known as “Warzone”?
A. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare
B. Minecraft
C. Final Fantasy
D. Battlefield v
“Warzone” is a battle royale game mode developed by Infinity Ward and Raven Software, and it is a part of the popular “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare” franchise. Players do not need to buy the main game or any expansions in order to access and play the battle royale mode in “Warzone,” which means that it is free to play. This helped to explain why it gained popularity quickly and widely. One of the biggest players counts in the battle royale genre, Warzone” initially handled 150 players in a single match before being later expanded to 200 players.
5. Which game franchise features a space opera setting with characters like Commander Shepard and Reapers?
A. Minecraft
B. Mass Effect
C. Halo
D. The Legend of Zelda
The inaugural video game in the series, Mass Effect (2007), follows Shepard’s investigation of Saren Arterius, one of the Reapers’ agents. Mass Effect 2 (2010) begins two years later and sees Shepard’s forces battling the Collectors, an alien race abducting human colonies to facilitate the Reapers’ return.
6. What is the main objective of the game “Minecraft”?
A. Survive on a desert island
B. Build and explore a virtual world
C. Solve mysteries in a haunted mansion
D. Make the people happy
Giving players access to a virtual sandbox where they can explore, develop, and survive is Minecraft’s main objective. One of the most popular video games ever, the title has a vibrant community and open-ended gameplay that appeal to players of all ages.
7. What is the name of the first-person shooter series where the players take on the role of a supersoldier known as “Master Chief”?
A. Halo
B. Princess Zelda
C. Super Mario Bros
D. Superman
Master Chief is the protagonist in the Halo series of video games and related media. Also known as Master Chief Petty Officer John-117, the character first appeared in the 2001 video game Halo: Combat Evolved, a military science fiction first-person shooter that became a long-running game series.
8. Which classic arcade game features a yellow, pizza-shaped character eating dots in a maze?
A. Donkey Kong
B. Space Invaders
C. Pac-Man
D. Battlefield V
Pac-Man is one of those games that has still its effect on you after so many years. A simple but effective game as you play Pac-Man, a Pie-shaped as he goes around each level of the maze munching on energizer dots however he is chased by four roaming ghosts.
9. Which survival horror game features the character Ethan Winters searching for his missing wife in a mysterious village?
A. Biohazard
B. Ben 10
C. Zelda
Ganondorf
“Biohazard” is the original Japanese title for the survival horror video game series known as “Resident Evil” in English. The title “Biohazard” reflects the series’ focus on bio-organic themes and horror elements. However, the name had to be changed to “Resident Evil” for the international market due to trademark issues. Interestingly, the change also led to some creative differences in naming the games and characters between the Japanese and English versions, giving each version of the series a distinct touch while maintaining the same core gameplay and story.
10. In which year was the classic arcade game “Pac-Man” first released?
A. 1980
B. 1981
C. 1984
D.1920
Pac-Man, the iconic arcade game, was first released in 1980. Created by Toru Iwatani, the game became a cultural phenomenon and is often credited with introducing gaming to a wider audience beyond traditional gamers, helping to establish video games as a mainstream form of entertainment.
11. Which game is set in a fictional universe called Azeroth and is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG)?
A. The Legend of Zelda
B. World of Warcraft
C. Master Chief
D. Mass Effect
Set in the Warcraft fantasy universe, World of Warcraft takes place within the world of Azeroth, approximately four years after the events of the previous game in the series, Warcraft III.
12. In the “Pokémon” series, what type of creature is Pikachu?
A. Electric
B. Water
C. Grass
D. Fire
Pikachu’s name is a combination of two Japanese onomatopoeic words: “pika,” which is the sound an electric spark makes, and “chu,” which is the sound a mouse makes. This creative naming is a perfect fit for Pikachu, the iconic Electric-type Pokémon known for its lightning bolt-shaped tail and its ability to generate and discharge powerful electrical energy. The name perfectly encapsulates Pikachu’s adorable and electric nature!
13. Which classic arcade game features a paddle and a bouncing ball, with the objective of breaking bricks?
A. Brick Breaker
B. Pong
C. Breakout
D. Fallout
In Breakout, a layer of bricks lines the top third of the screen, and the goal is to destroy them all by repeatedly bouncing a ball off a paddle into them. The arcade game was released in Japan by Namco.
14. What is the name of the main character in “The Legend of Zelda” series?
A. Princess Zelda
B. Link
C. Sofia
D. Ben 10
The Legend of Zelda games feature a boy named Link as the central playable character and protagonist. Link is frequently called upon to rescue Princess Zelda, after whom the series is named.
15. Which game series takes place in the post-apocalyptic world of “Vaults” and “Super Mutants”?
A. Fallout
B. The Legend of Zelda”
C. Ganondorf
D. Angry Birds
The fallout takes place in a post-apocalyptic Southern California, beginning in the year 2161. The protagonist referred to as the Vault Dweller, is tasked with recovering a water chip in the Wasteland to replace the broken one in their underground shelter home, Vault 13.
16. What is the name of the protagonist in “The Witcher” series of games?
A. Geralt of Rivia
B. Grass-type Pokémon
C. Hitman
D. Uncharted
Geralt of Rivia is the titular main protagonist of the Witcher franchise, serving as the titular main protagonist of the games and novels and the titular character and one of the three main protagonists
17. Which stealth-action game series stars a legendary assassin with a barcode tattoo on the back of his head?
A. Hitman
B. Batman
c. Superman
D. Tarzan
The creators of Hitman have been noted saying that they decided to include a tattoo on the back of his head to “give players something to look at” since 47 is bald. In the game’s lore, the reason for this tattoo was to ID him among the other clones.
18. Which game series follows the adventures of Nathan Drake, a treasure hunter and fortune seeker?
A. Zelda
B. Uncharted
C. Fus Ro Dah
D. SimCity
Uncharted is the story of Nathan Drake, a treasure hunter that believes himself to be a direct descendant of Sir Francis Drake.
The “Uncharted” series, developed by Naughty Dog, is known for its cinematic storytelling and adventurous gameplay. One interesting tidbit is that the main character, Nathan Drake, was originally inspired by a real-life actor. The developers initially created a facial model based on actor Nathan Fillion’s likeness but eventually decided to give the character his own unique appearance. However, Nathan Fillion’s influence can still be felt in the character’s charm and witty personality, which have become iconic traits of the “Uncharted” series.
The “Uncharted” series, developed by Naughty Dog, is known for its cinematic storytelling and adventurous gameplay. One interesting tidbit is that the main character, Nathan Drake, was originally inspired by a real-life actor. The developers initially created a facial model based on actor Nathan Fillion’s likeness but eventually decided to give the character his own unique appearance. However, Nathan Fillion’s influence can still be felt in the character’s charm and witty personality, which have become iconic traits of the “Uncharted” series.
19. Which puzzle-platformer game features a character named Chell and a sentient AI named GLaDOS?
A. Limbo
B. Portal
C. Braid
D. Fez
In the “Portal” games, the character GLaDOS, an AI with a dark sense of humor, plays a significant role in the story. What’s fascinating is that the voice of GLaDOS, Ellen McLain, is an opera singer. The contrast between her soothing and melodic voice and the character’s eerie and often sinister dialogues adds a unique layer of complexity to GLaDOS’s personality. This unexpected casting choice contributed to making GLaDOS one of the most memorable and iconic characters in video game history.
20. Which classic racing game series features characters like Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach racing against each other?
A. Super Mario Kart
B. Superman
C. SimCity
D. Fus Ro Dah
Super Mario Kart features eight playable characters from the Mario series – Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Yoshi, Bowser, Donkey Kong Jr., Koopa Troopa, and Toad. Each character’s kart has different capabilities with differing levels of top speed, acceleration, and handling.
21. In what year was the candy crush game released?
A. 2012
B. 2013
C. 1998
D. 2000
Candy Crush Saga, the popular match-three puzzle game, was first released in April 2012. Developed by King, the game quickly gained widespread popularity, becoming one of the most successful and addictive mobile games of all time. Its simple yet engaging gameplay mechanics and colorful design contributed to its enormous appeal and lasting influence on the mobile gaming landscape.
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