NPC
noun [ C ] (also npc) /ˌen.piːˈsiː/ /ˌen.piːˈsiː/
非玩家角色（non-playable character的缩写）
abbreviation for non-playable character: a character in a computer game that is not controlled by someone playing the game
There are eight NPCs in "Fallout 3". 《辐射3》中有八个非玩家角色。
This is one of those rare missions where you don't need the npcs with you at the finish line to complete the mission.
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- How you interact with the game's characters will build up a reputation, which is unique to each NPC.
- While flags are being captured, NPC units are spawning from portals.
- The NPC can be neutral, a follower, or an adversary, and can also change behaviour depending on the allegiance of the player character that is in the same site.