Simple NPC Strafing
Simple NPC Strafing
Makes Source engine NPCs smarter during combat by forcing them to strafe and dodge instead of standing still. This is a lightweight script that runs alongside existing AI, meaning it works with almost any faction or gamemode.
Features
- Tactical Movement: NPCs will side-step and dodge when fired upon.
- Dynamic Speed: They will walk during short strafes to keep their gun steady, and sprint during long strafes to cover ground quickly.
- Smart Spacing: If an enemy gets too close (within ~30ft), NPCs will prioritize backing away to maintain a tactical distance.
- Weapon Awareness:
- Rifles/SMGs: Will try to keep distance and dodge frequently.
- Shotguns: Will hold their ground and are less likely to retreat, allowing them to actually shoot.
- Melee: Melee units (Stunsticks/Crowbars) will NOT strafe, so they don’t dodge away from you while trying to hit you.
- Readiness: Forces Combine/Metrocops to keep their weapons raised while moving for better reaction times.
Configuration
You don’t need to use console commands anymore. The mod comes with a full settings panel.
Go to: Spawnmenu (Q) > Options > Simple NPC Strafing
You can adjust:
- Strafe Chance: How often they dodge.
- Cooldown: How fast they react.
- Distances: Min/Max engage distance and "Keep Distance" thresholds.
Optimization & Compatibility
- Optimized: Uses a timer-based system rather than a tick hook. It filters out non-weaponized NPCs (Zombies, Antlions) immediately to save performance.
- Compatibility: Works with "iNPC", "Combine Soldiers+", and standard Half-Life 2 NPCs.
