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galge
What does galge mean?
A Japanese video game genre centred on interactions with — and often the pursuit of romance with — attractive anime-style female characters. Not necessarily explicit.
"He spent the weekend grinding affection points in a galge."
Origin
Japanese ギャルゲ (galge), a contraction of 'gal game' (gyaru + game).
Frequently asked questions
What is a galge?
A galge is a Japanese game built around interacting with and often romancing attractive anime-style female characters. It's not necessarily explicit.
Is a galge the same as an eroge?
No — a galge focuses on romancing girls but isn't inherently sexual, whereas an eroge features explicit content. Some titles overlap, but they aren't the same category.
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