pingsalt

Pingsalt is a term that emerged from online gaming communities, particularly in multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) games like League of Legends and Dota 2. It refers to a specific type of in-game communication where a player repeatedly taps the "ping" button, often on an ally's character or a map location, to draw their attention or convey urgency. This action is distinct from a single, standard ping used for strategic purposes.

The purpose of pingsalt is usually to express frustration, impatience, or a strong disagreement with a teammate's actions or lack thereof. It can be a sign that a player believes their teammate is playing poorly, not responding to objectives, or making a mistake. While intended as a form of communication, pingsalt is generally considered toxic behavior within gaming communities. It can be disruptive to team morale, distracting, and counterproductive to winning. Many games have implemented systems to penalize excessive or malicious pinging to discourage this behavior. The term itself highlights the annoyance and exasperation that can arise from such repeated, often unsolicited, signals.