pinch mode

noun

A phase of a boss sequence in which the weakened enemy becomes faster or more dangerous, changing its attack pattern.

Meanings

nounpinch mode (countable and uncountable, plural pinch modes)

plural pinch modes

  1. countableuncountablevideo gamesA phase of a boss sequence in which the weakened enemy becomes faster or more dangerous, changing its attack pattern.
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APA

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Chicago

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