Scripting NPC behavior

This topic discusses configuring Non Playing Characters.

RobotControl attribute

You can use the robotControl attribute of NPC_name avatar node to script NPC behavior.

• To change an NPC robotControl script, write down a sequence of actions and then, optionally, put a loop at the end.

• You can change the robotControl script at any time during runtime, which enables NPC to react to different situations. NPC stops its previous behavior and starts a new script.

• NPC cannot climb vertical ladders or use normal stairs. It is best to move an NPC on a plane.

Code example

A code example for scripting NPC behavior.

<Command name="moveRobot">

<setfield field="NPC_name.robotControl" value="WALK XV_10150 0.7 #rad(0)# WAIT 5 WALK P_10110A_DIS 0.7 #rad(-90)# WAIT 10 LOOP" />

</Command>