Cover System Upgrade in V2.0 – Smarter Cover, Less Setup

Version 2.0 of the Modular Third-Person Framework brings a subtle but powerful upgrade to the Cover System: players can now perform low cover actions on high cover objects. This means more tactical flexibility, smoother transitions, and less setup work for developers — all while maintaining clean, modular architecture. 

🔄 Why This Matters for DevelopersPreviously, cover states were rigid: 

• High cover = standing only
• Low cover = crouch only

 Now, with V2.0: 

• High cover objects support both standing and crouched stances
• Transitions are handled automatically in PlayerCoverState
• No need to create separate objects for each cover type

 Want to reduce setup time and give players more tactical options? This system does both. 

🧠 How It Works 

• Dynamic Transitioning: While in high cover, players can toggle into crouched mode. The system adjusts animation parameters and collider settings automatically.
• Consistent Rules: Low cover remains crouch-only. High cover supports both stances.
• Configurable Behavior: Blend thresholds for idle and walking are fully adjustable via CoverConfig.

 Need to support stealth, shooter, or tactical gameplay? This system adapts instantly. 

⚙️ Config Spotlight – CoverConfigCustomize cover behavior with the CoverConfig ScriptableObject: 

• Idle and walk thresholds
• Transition blend values
• Runtime-editable for fast iteration

 No coding required — just tweak values in the Inspector. 

🧠 Architecture Overview 

• Cover State: PlayerCoverState handles transitions and applies correct animator booleans and colliders
• Configuration: CoverConfig stores thresholds and blend values
• Interaction System: Cover detection is part of the unified interaction pipeline — compatible with climbing, parkour, and vaulting

✅ Quick Setup Checklist 

• Assign a CoverConfig asset with idle/walk thresholds
• Add a CoverObject to your scene (high or low cover type)
• Enter high cover in-game and press crouch — the system handles the transition
• Test exits to ensure smooth transitions back to idle or crouch states

🎞️ Notes on AnimationsThe framework is code-only. Developers should: 

• Provide crouch/cover animations for best results
• Sync animation blends with CoverConfig thresholds for natural transitions

🧩 Final NotesThis upgrade makes cover interactions more versatile and player-friendly. By enabling crouching inside high cover, V2.0 bridges the gap between high and low cover mechanics — all while staying consistent with the framework’s modular, event-driven design.Want to support tactical gameplay without duplicating cover setups? This system saves time and scales with your project.

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