Meaning of free roam | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A game mode where players can explore the game environment at will, rather than following a fixed story line.
2. The right to move without restrictions throughout a specific locale.
3. A type of wireless service plan where there is no cost difference between on and off network usage.

Examples

“If players can wander freely about the video game environment at their own pace with no linear pathway, as in Grand Theft Auto, the game is referred to as a “sandbox” or “free roam” game.”

“This achievement can be acquired in multiple places in the world, both free roam mode and in story mode.”

“Deadly Premonition borrows from just about every game out there. It has the strange otherworld from Silent Hill (albeit not as creepy), the interactive cinematic elements from Heavy Rain (albeit not as pretentious), the free roam freedom of Grand Theft Auto (albeit not as big), and is in fact the open-world investigative adventure Alan Wake first promised to be.”

“Whether it's theft of sensitive electronic info or building plans, or passive security that allows free roams of your business, every bit of info that the bad guys can use to formulate attack against you should be safeguarded or properly disposed of.”

“The general said he had free roam of the city, he could move through the streets and no one could do anything.”

“Gråtass was adopted, and is currently living with a rabbit companion with access to free roam of the house.”

“Free-range eggs are those gathered from hens who have indoor quarters, but who are allowed free roam in the outdoors (though often in an enclosed or fenced area).”

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