nonFPS

NonFPS refers to video games that do not primarily utilize a first-person perspective. This is in contrast to First-Person Shooter (FPS) games, where the player experiences the game world through the eyes of the protagonist. NonFPS games encompass a wide variety of genres and camera perspectives.

Common nonFPS perspectives include third-person, where the camera is positioned behind and slightly above the player character, overhead or top-down views, isometric perspectives, and side-scrolling. These different viewpoints offer distinct gameplay experiences and allow for different types of strategic and exploratory gameplay.

Examples of nonFPS genres include Role-Playing Games (RPGs), Real-Time Strategy (RTS) games, adventure games, platformers, racing games, and sports simulations. Many popular titles across these genres have achieved significant commercial and critical success without relying on a first-person viewpoint. The choice of perspective is often dictated by the core gameplay mechanics and the intended player experience. For instance, RTS games often use an overhead view to facilitate strategic troop management, while platformers frequently employ side-scrolling for precise movement and environmental navigation.