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How to Make Custom NPC Animations in Roblox Studio 2024

Gaming

Introduction

Welcome back to another Roblox tutorial! In this article, we will explore how to create custom animations for your Non-Player Characters (NPCs) in Roblox Studio. By the end of this tutorial, you will learn how to implement an animation loop for your NPC that can make it wave or perform any other animation you desire repeatedly.

Step 1: Set Up Your Workspace

Before diving into animation, ensure you have all the necessary models set up in your workspace:

  1. Model Setup:

    • Obtain the NPC folder and Client NPC script from the description. The Client NPC script should be placed in StarterGui, while your NPC model should reside in Workspace.
    • You don’t need to make adjustments to the NPC folder right away.

  2. Client NPC Configuration:

    • The max look distance determines how far the NPC can look at players. Set this to 60 for our needs. Set it to 0 if you want to disable the head movement.
    • The max wave distance specifies the range at which the NPC will wave at the character.

Step 2: Create Your Custom Animation

To create your animation, you will need to use the animation editor available in Roblox Studio:

  1. Open Animation Editor:

    • Navigate to the Plugins section and find the Animation Editor tool. Select the NPC model you wish to animate.

  2. Define Animation:

    • Adjust your timeline's length (e.g., 4 seconds) in the Edit menu.
    • Pose your NPC to define the base pose and create movements over time.
    • Feel free to experiment with various poses and actions to create an engaging animation.

  3. Loops and Export:

    • Ensure that the animation is set to loop for continuous playback.
    • Once satisfied with your animation, come to the Export option to save it.

  4. Animation ID:

    • After exporting, copy the generated Animation ID. This ID is crucial for linking your animation to the NPC script later.

Step 3: Update the NPC Script

With your animation ready, it’s time to link it to the NPC:

  1. Modify the Client NPC Script:

    • Open the Client NPC script and locate the section for the waving animation.
    • Replace the current animation ID with your newly created Animation ID.

  2. Test Your Animation:

    • Run the game and test the NPC. It should now perform your animation, looking at players within the specified distances.

  3. Adjust Animation Properties:

    • Modify properties like waving distances as needed to fine-tune your NPC's behavior.

Congratulations! You have successfully created and implemented a custom animation for your Roblox NPC.

Feel free to explore additional tutorials or resources for more detailed animations to enhance your NPCs further. If you found this tutorial useful, please consider liking and subscribing for more Roblox content!

Keywords

  • Roblox
  • NPC Animation
  • Animation Editor
  • Custom Animation
  • Animation ID
  • Workspace

FAQ

Q1: Can I use animations made by others?
A: No, animations can only be used if they are created by you or your group. You must make your own animations.

Q2: How do I make my animation loop?
A: In the Animation Editor, there is an option to set your animation to loop once you are done with the editing.

Q3: What if my NPC doesn’t animate properly?
A: Double-check that you have properly linked the correct Animation ID in your NPC script and validate that your animation is set to loop.

Q4: Where can I find more tutorials on Roblox animation?
A: You can search for animation tutorials on platforms like YouTube, which offer a variety of guides from beginner to advanced levels.

Q5: Is it difficult to create animations in Roblox?
A: Not at all! While it may take some practice to get good at animating, the basics are fairly simple to learn. Just take your time and explore the tools.