monster closet

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Noun

monster closet (plural monster closets)

1. (video games) A small alcove, containing hidden enemies, that suddenly opens as the player character passes it.
   • 2011, Scott Rigby, Richard M. Ryan, Glued to Games, page 85:

     Monster closets will elicit a “startle” reaction from players, […]