character-stats.md

Character Stats using ScriptableObjects in Unity

Overview

Character stats such as health, attack power, defense, speed, and stamina can be stored using ScriptableObjects. This approach keeps gameplay data separate from game logic and makes balancing much easier.

Benefits

• Easy balancing without modifying code
• Reusable character profiles
• Cleaner project structure
• Better designer workflow
• Faster development

Common Character Stats

• Character Name
• Maximum Health
• Attack Damage
• Defense
• Movement Speed
• Critical Chance
• Stamina
• Character Portrait

Typical Workflow

1. Create a CharacterStats ScriptableObject.
2. Create separate data assets for each character.
3. Assign the data asset to the character prefab.
4. Load stats during gameplay.

Best Practices

• Keep runtime values separate from base stats.
• Group character assets into folders.
• Use descriptive asset names.
• Document important variables.
• Validate values before release.

Conclusion

Using ScriptableObjects for character stats creates a scalable and maintainable system that is ideal for RPGs, action games, strategy games, and mobile games.