sidequest

• side quest

side +‎ quest

• IPA^(key): /ˈsaɪdˌkwɛst/

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sidequest (plural sidequests)

1. (video games) A quest given to the player that has no direct bearing on the main story/campaign of the game.

   Synonym: side mission

   Completion of a sidequest often results in the acquisition of money or items that are otherwise unavailable, or unlocks another sidequest.

   • 2003, Bryan Stratton, Stephen Stratton, The Legend of Zelda®: The Wind Waker, Prima Games, →ISBN, page 19:

     The following items are either the objects of a quest or vital components of an optional sidequest.

   • 2022, Adam Moreno, Purpose-Driven Learning: Unlocking and Empowering Our Students’ Innate Passion for Learning‎, Taylor & Francis, →ISBN:

     Two tasks I want to discuss are mentioned several times within this chapter: sidequests and adventure paths. These tasks are unique because they offer students a challenge beyond the required work within Michael's classroom. Sidequests are projects that students complete to deepen their understanding of the content.