Animation Systems for Godot 4.x

Comprehensive patterns for character animation, state machines, and visual effects in Godot 4.x.

AnimationPlayer vs AnimationTree

AnimationPlayer — Simple Animations

Use AnimationPlayer for linear sequences, cutscenes, and simple property animations.

@onready var anim_player = $AnimationPlayer

func play_attack():
    anim_player.play("attack")

func play_transition(target: String, fade_time: float = 0.2):
    anim_player.play(target, fade_time)