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In gaming, 'crowd' represents both a gameplay mechanic and a narrative symbol. Mechanically, it manifests as swarm AI in strategy games where players command masses of units, or as dynamic NPC populations in open-world titles that create living environments. Symbolically, crowds often embody themes of collective power, societal pressure, or mob mentality—seen in games where player choices influence group behavior or where crowds become environmental hazards. Design-wise, crowd systems challenge developers with pathfinding, rendering optimization, and emergent behavior programming. From zombie hordes to protesting civilians, crowds transform from background elements into active gameplay components that test players' tactical and ethical decision-making.
