What does "murderhobo" mean?

Updated 2026-09-22 · TeenLore Daily

Meaning

Tabletop RPG player who kills every character instead of engaging with story or quests. Now used for anyone who solves problems with chaos instead of strategy.

How teens use it

stop being a murderhobo and actually talk to the npcs

Parent note

Niche gaming term bleeding into broader slang. Harmless nerd humor. If your kid uses it, they're probably into D&D or storytelling games—great creative outlet.

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