scumming

noun

1. 1.The accumulation of sticky ink on a plate.
2. 2.(chiefly in the plural) That which is scummed off; skimmings; scum.
3. 3.The strategy of collecting easy rewards in unchallenging areas, e.g. when a high-level character visits levels suitable for low-level characters in roguelike games.
4. 4.The act of restoring a game's save file, or restarting the game, for the purpose of continuing play with a better outcome than was obtained the first time.