traversal
noun
tra·vers·al
trə-ˈvər-səl 
also tra-ˈvər-,
or ˈtra-ˌvər-
: the act or an instance of traversing
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Return to the game’s original map and graphics, the floating loot system, the more basic movement and get rid of redeploys, making map traversal slower and more tactical.
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Erik Kain, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Throw in a Halo Infinite-style grappling hook that can be used for traversal or combat.
—Ars Technica, 26 Feb. 2025
The Doom Slayer can even toss his shield and jump to it, acting like a form of traversal.
—Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2025
This open-world action-RPG features great graphics and fantastic traversal and combat options.
—Gabriel Zamora, PCMAG, 22 Jan. 2025
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“Traversal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/traversal. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.
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traversal
noun
tra·vers·al
trə-ˈvər-səl
: the act or an instance of traversing
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