gamemechanics.pro← Mechanics
ENRU
GitHub

Enemy hit reaction

A wounded soldier leans sideways in Wolfenstein 3D, with red hit pixels beside his head.The wounded enemy’s changed poseVisible hit effect
Wolfenstein 3D (1992)A soldier recoils from a shot
  1. The wounded enemy’s changed pose
  2. Visible hit effect
© id Software; frame from clip via GameMechanics.org · Source ↗

An enemy flinches, changes pose or interrupts an action when hit. The visible reaction confirms the attack connected.

Design tips

  • Distinguish a light reaction from an interrupted attack.
  • Limit repeated stun reactions when enemies must be able to retaliate.

Examples