A "player avatar" refers to a virtual character or a representation of a player in a video game or online platform. It is how players appear and interact within the game or virtual environment. Full definition
When you earn badges, you may elect to have one displayed next to the expanded player avatar system. (goodereader.com)
Right now we're planning a standard player avatar for multiplayer, and we hadn't anticipated any character creation for single - player. (kickstarter.com)
Both these videos highlight the custom player Avatar character and the Drill Wispon power - up. (gamewatcher.com)