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What does P2P (Pay to Play) mean in video games?

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P2P or "Pay to Play" in the context of video games means that players must pay a certain amount to access the game or to continue playing.
Pay to Play can take the form of a pre-purchase of the game, where you buy the game before you start playing, as is usually the case with many single-player and multiplayer games.
In some cases, especially in MMO, P2P may also refer to a subscription model, where players must pay a monthly or annual fee to have access to the game or certain levels of the game.
"Pay to Play" is different from "Free to Play" (F2P) games, in which players can download and play the game for free, although they may have in-game purchases or microtransactions that allow them to buy additional content or advantages in the game.

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