LLM-NPCs increase cognitive load via expressive effort and uncertainty but show no significant gain in overall gaming experience compared to scripted NPCs.
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The Double-Edged Sword of Open-Ended Interaction: How LLM-Driven NPCs Affect Players' Cognitive Load and Gaming Experience
LLM-NPCs increase cognitive load via expressive effort and uncertainty but show no significant gain in overall gaming experience compared to scripted NPCs.