Description
In the fighting game community, the terms 'cheap' and 'cheese' are used to describe tactics or strategies that players believe require little skill but yield significant advantages. These tactics can often frustrate opponents because they may feel like their skill or knowledge of the game is being undermined by these simple yet effective maneuvers. While what's considered 'cheap' can vary from game to game, it usually involves exploiting game mechanics, using repetitive moves, or capitalizing on specific character abilities that are hard to counter. It's a contentious topic, as some players argue that any tactic allowed by the game's mechanics is fair game, while others believe that reliance on 'cheap' strategies detracts from the competitive integrity of the game.
Examples
- Using the same powerful move repeatedly to overwhelm an opponent: For example, in Street Fighter, a player might use Ryu's Hadouken (fireball) over and over again to keep the opponent at a distance and control the flow of the match.
- Exploiting a character's ability that is hard to counter: In Super Smash Bros., some players consider using Kirby's down special, which transforms him into a heavy object and can be difficult to avoid, as a 'cheesy' move due to its simplicity and effectiveness.
Additional Information
- The perception of what is 'cheap' can change as games are updated and new strategies are developed.
- Many competitive players believe that learning to counter 'cheap' tactics is an important skill in itself.