If you talk about a “head glitch”, then only the head can be seen over an edge. The term is often used in first person or tactical shooters. You can find out more about this in our definition of terms.
We explain the term “Headglitch” (Source: Netzwelt)
That means head glitch
The term ”Headglitch” is used when only the head can be seen over an edge in a game. The rest of the body is then behind an object or wall. With only the head showing, it can be harder for the enemy to hit you. However, if you are hit despite a “headglitch”, you will receive more damage from a headshot. This term is often used in first-person or tactical shooters like Counter-Strike or Valorant.
Originated from shooters
The exact origin of the word is not known. However, one could strongly suspect that it came from a shooter. The word “headglitch” also includes the word glitch. We speak of small mistakes in technology that give a player an advantage. The “head glitch” is not really a glitch, because this mechanism is common in many shooters. However, this tactic can give you an advantage depending on the situation.
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application in gaming
As already mentioned, the word is mainly used in shooters. If only the opponent’s head is visible, people often complain about the “head glitch”. If a player talks about a “head glitch” in a tactical shooter, the other team members usually know the exact position of the opponent directly.
Other abbreviations and terms
If you are interested in other terms such as “vape”, “snap” or “expose”, check out our overview.
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