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Non playable characters rely on simple behavioral trees

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That incredibly lifelike town guard isn't thinking; he is just cascading down a glorified flowchart. If the player is near, look at them. If the player attacks, swing sword. It is a spectacular illusion of life built entirely on basic 'if-then' conditions.

Non playable characters rely on simple behavioral trees
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