ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Player (game)

In a game, a player is someone like you who gets to control and participate in the action. Just like when you play with toys, you get to make choices about what to do next and how to interact with the game world.

Players can have different roles in the game, like being the hero who saves the day or the villain who tries to stop the hero. Some games let you create your own character and choose their appearance and abilities, while others give you a ready-made character to play as.

Players can also earn points, gain levels, and unlock new items or abilities as they progress through the game. And the best part is that players get to have fun and enjoy playing the game with others!