Crossbow

ShopFusion · January 24, 2025, 6:00pm

Basic Information

Important Notice:
The crossbow is made 100% using meta files. It is an addon weapon and not a script-based implementation.

Experimental Design:
The crossbow is a first-of-its-kind experimental project where the entire projectile behavior and physics are created using meta files, replicating the original GTA V mechanics.
Custom Sound Effects:
The crossbow includes an addon sound in .awc format.
Custom Animations:
- Holding animation: Repurposed from the rocket launcher.
- Reload animation: Uses the rocket launcher reload animation.
Sound Implementation:
Shooting sound effects are integrated using .dat151.rel and .dat54.rel files.
Unique Models:
Fully custom models designed specifically for this crossbow .
Projectile Configuration:
- Arrow trajectory is configured through projectile.meta.
- Physics and flight path are entirely managed via meta files.
Ricochet Ability:
Ricochet mechanics are enabled using flags in projectile.meta.
LUA54 Integration:
- Weapon name registration
- Custom crossbow sound registration

Fix Bolt Impact Behavior:
Currently, the bolt does not stick to targets upon hitting or killing. This is due to limitations in GTAs native mechanics.
- Plan:
  If this cannot be resolved within meta files, a script-based solution will be implemented in the near future.