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What platform did the 'NPC stream' trend originate from in 2021?
Answer
TikTok
The NPC stream trend originated on TikTok where creators would imitate video game non-player characters (NPCs) with repetitive movements, sounds, and expressions. Creators would stand still and repeat the same motions and phrases, mimicking the limited behavior of NPCs in video games. This comedy format became wildly popular and spawned numerous parodies and variations.
💡 Did you know?
The NPC trend spawned countless creator parodies on social media.
Other options people guess
- YouTube
- Twitch
- Discord
Topics
- TikTok
- viral trends
- internet culture
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