Among the gaming community, the term “NPC” stands for “Non-Playable Character,” implying that the specific characters in those video games aren’t actually real. Rather, they’re included as an added element to video games to enhance the user experience and be a part of the background.

Whether it be Grand Theft Auto, Fortnite, or even College Football 25, these NPCs are just there, partaking in robot-like motions and scenarios.

Given that there’s so much to do at Penn State, we wondered what things would be considered NPC behavior that some college students may already do.

Studying At The HUB

Although this is a common and convenient spot to grind out some homework, it gives bot…basic bot. There are so many better options for studying on campus.

Sitting On A Campus Bench

Sure, benches were made for sitting, but with a huge campus like Penn State, there are way better seating areas around. Let’s face it, walking past someone sitting on a bench feels like entering a simulation.

Playing Frisbee On Old Main Lawn

Old Main Lawn is pretty spacious with lots of activities to partake in on the table. Someone playing frisbee there, however, feels like a game of Wii Sports Resort.

Staying Home On Gameday

You’re not a real Penn State student if you’re not at every single home game or at least tailgating around Beaver Stadium. Point blank period.

Biking To Every Class Instead Of Walking

Sure, biking gets you from point A to point B quickly, but walking to class and taking in the Happy Valley scenery is just so much more satisfying. It gives heavy GTA vibes.

Talking To The Willard Preacher

We’re convinced the Willard Preacher is just a religious Sim. If you talk to him, you may feel that way, too. That man never leaves Willard and probably just spawns there at 7 a.m. every day.

Raising Your Hand In Thomas 100

This just simply isn’t real. You have some guts if you ever do this. In a classroom of hundreds, one person raising their hand simply stands out too much to justify them as a real person.

Participating In Mifflin Streak With Clothes On

Only a NPC would do this. It just doesn’t make sense.

Becoming An RA

Resident assistants are the moms and dads of every dorm floor. Yet, something about them gives major Sim vibes. They never seem to leave and are somehow always there to help you out in a bind or to write you up. That being said, many resident assistants are the lifeblood of Penn State dorms. It’s hard to hate on these folks.

Not Participating In Line Dances During THON Weekend

If you’re not getting hype throughout the weekend every time the Dancer Relations captains take the stage, what’re you doing?