NPC
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Non-Player Character. In gaming, an NPC is a character controlled by the computer. In slang, calling someone an NPC means they're basic, have no original thoughts, or just go through the motions of life.
Translation for Parents
In video games, NPCs are background characters that follow a script. Calling someone an NPC means they're boring, predictable, or just going through the motions. Your kid might call YOU an NPC when you repeat the same dad phrases. They're not entirely wrong.
Examples
“She just follows every trend, total NPC behavior”
“She copies everything that's popular without thinking for herself”
“Why is that guy standing there like an NPC”
“Why is that person just standing there doing nothing, like a background character”
Cringe Score
Mildly embarrassing
Using NPC correctly shows you understand both gaming AND slang. Double points. Just don't overuse it or you become the NPC who only says 'NPC.'
Category
insult
Peak
2023-08
Last Verified
2026-02-25
Sources
urban_dictionary, reddit, tiktok