tech tree

[/tɛk triː/]
nounpl: tech trees
árvore tecnológica
1. A hierarchical diagram in video games showing the progression of technological or skill upgrades available to the player, where earlier technologies must be researched or unlocked before accessing more advanced ones
In the strategy game, you need to advance through the tech tree to unlock better weapons and defenses.
No jogo de estratégia, você precisa avançar pela árvore tecnológica para desbloquear armas e defesas melhores.
2. The system or mechanism that governs which upgrades and advancements are available in a game based on prerequisites
The tech tree in this game is well-balanced, forcing players to make meaningful strategic choices.
A árvore tecnológica neste jogo é bem equilibrada, forçando os jogadores a fazer escolhas estratégicas significativas.
This term is primarily used in gaming culture and is widely recognized in both English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking gaming communities. In Brazil, gamers often use the English term 'tech tree' directly, though 'árvore tecnológica' is the formal translation. The concept originated from real-time strategy games like StarCraft and has become a standard game design element across multiple genres.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
technology treeresearch treeupgrade treeprogression system

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
árvore tecnológica
Standard translation used in gaming contexts
General Brazilian Portuguese
árvore de tecnologias
Alternative, more literal translation
Portugal
árvore tecnológica
Same as Brazilian Portuguese, common in gaming communities
Gaming Communities
tech tree (untranslated)
Often kept in English in international gaming contexts

Related Words

gameplay mechanicupgrade systemresearchprogressionskill treestrategy game

Related Idioms & Phrases

climb the tech tree
unlock the tech tree
branch of the tech tree
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