GLHF: What does it mean in gaming?

General Gaming – Slang & Etiquette

GLHF stands for “Good Luck, Have Fun” and is a common pre-game phrase used in online multiplayer matches. It’s typically typed at the start of a game as a gesture of goodwill and friendly competition, setting a positive tone before the action begins. Seen across genres—from MMOs and MOBAs to shooters and fighting games—GLHF is part of the unwritten etiquette that helps foster respectful gameplay.

The phrase is short, simple, and universal, often exchanged between both allies and enemies before the first pull, match start, or PvP engagement.

When do players say GLHF?

GLHF is used primarily at the beginning of matches or encounters, and its presence often signals that the lobby or group is there to enjoy the game, win or lose. Here’s how it appears in different contexts:

• PvP Matches: Common in WoW Arena, League of Legends, or Overwatch ranked games.
• Raids & Trials: In games like Final Fantasy XIV or WoW, GLHF might be said before a boss pull or progression attempt.
• Esports & Tournaments: Often required as part of match start protocol.
• While some players type it out of habit, others genuinely mean it. Either way, it contributes to better community vibes—even in highly competitive settings. Want to join more runs where people say GLHF and mean it? Try our WoW Raid Carries or Leveling Services and get grouped with pros who keep it clean and efficient.

References

• Urban Dictionary: GLHF
• Esports Terms 101

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