NPC (Non-Player Character)

An NPC, or Non-Player Character, is a character within a video game that is controlled by the game's programming rather than the player. They serve various functions, such as providing information, quests, or creating a realistic environment. NPCs follow set behaviors and dialogue scripts, contributing to the game's story and world-building. Unlike playable characters, players cannot control NPCs directly, but they interact with them as part of the game experience. NPCs help make virtual worlds feel alive and immersive by offering interactions that support the game's narrative and gameplay.