Non-Player Character (NPC)

A Non-Player Character (NPC) is a character in a video game that is controlled by the game's programming, not by a player. NPCs are used to create a realistic environment, provide storylines, offer quests, or serve as enemies or allies. They follow predefined behaviors and scripts, helping to enrich the game world and drive the narrative forward without the need for player input. Essentially, NPCs are the characters you encounter that are part of the game's design rather than human-controlled players.