Non-player character

Imagine you are playing a game with your friends, and there are certain characters in the game that are controlled by the computer and not by your friends. These characters are called non-player characters or NPCs for short. They are like the toys you play with that move on their own, but they are part of the game instead of being a separate toy. You can talk to these characters and they might give you information or help you complete tasks in the game. NPCs can be different shapes, sizes, and have different abilities, just like the toys you play with. They are an important part of the game experience because they help make the game world feel more alive and interactive.