# Player: VR and non-VR

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## Player

The player is represented by an avatar and camera configuration, this is usually categorised by the different perspectives.

There is a template file available provided by Unreal Engine that will get you started, this covers the most common available options, at the MSD, most experiences will be down as First Person or Virtual Reality.

### First Person

The player controls an avatar where the camera represents a view from that avatar's eyes, the most immersive option.

### Virtual Reality

VR is an extension of the FPS camera:

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### Third Person

A floating camera follows the player-controlled avatar, usually from behind.


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