ゲーム (Match) is a popular term in Japan that refers to various types of games or competitions. It can encompass everything from sports matches, like サッカー (soccer) and バスケットボール (basketball), to video game competitions. The concept emphasizes the competitive aspect, where players or teams strive to win against each other. In the context of video games, a match often involves players competing in real-time, either locally or online. Popular genres include ファイティングゲーム (fighting games) and シューティングゲーム (shooting games), where skill and strategy play crucial roles. Matches can vary in length and format, depending on the game being played.