perspective
<games> In computer games, the virtual position from which the human
player views the playing area. There are three different perspectives: first
person, second person, and third person.
First person perspective: Viewing the world through the eyes of the primary
character in three dimensions. e.g. Doom, Quake.
Second person perspective: Viewing the game through a spectator's eyes, in two
or three dimensions. Depending on the game, the main character is always in
view. e.g. Super Mario Bros., Tomb Raider.
Third person perspective: a point of view which is independent of where
characters or playing units are. The gaming world is viewed much as a satellite
would view a battlefield. E.g. Warcraft, Command & Conquer.
(1997-06-19)
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