Definitions for "OverWorld"
RPG being created using Python and Pygame. Was originally meant to be a project to learn better game design. Now, after countless rewrites , the design is finalized and being fleshed out.
In fantasy type computer and video games, the Overworld generally refers to an "outdoor" or "world map" section of the game, as opposed to an Underworld where dungeons or levels reside. The Overworld often denotes the "traveling" aspect of an adventure game, whereas the "levels" focus on actual gameplay.