Ruiner

Ruiner is a noun in the English language used to denote a person or thing that causes ruin, damage, or destruction. It can describe someone whose actions spoil plans or fortunes, or a thing whose consequences are ruinous. The term can be used metaphorically, as in “a ruiner of hopes” or “the ruiner of a project.” The word is formed from the noun ruin plus the agentive suffix -er.

In popular culture, Ruiner is the title of a video game released in 2017. Developed by Reikon Games and published by Devolver Digital, Ruiner is a cyberpunk, top-down action shooter set in a dystopian city. Players assume the role of a masked protagonist seeking vengeance, navigating a neon-lit world and engaging in fast-paced combat. The game is noted for its stylized visuals and tight gameplay, which emphasizes quick reflexes and strategic use of abilities.

The term may also appear in other media as a title or character name, reflecting its association with destruction or upheaval. As a common noun, ruiner contrasts with related terms such as ruin, ruinous, and ruins, which describe the state of being ruined or the process of causing ruin.