RPG Combat System - Basic Functions Chart and Diagram

Create intense RPG battles with this basic turn-based combat system. Designed to offer essential mechanics such as attacks, special abilities, defense, and health and energy management, all in a simple, customizable interface. Ideal for beginners and quick projects, this system is the perfect starting point for building epic RPG adventures.

Basic Functions Table

Function	Description	Implementation Example
Basic Attack	Performs a direct attack on the enemy, dealing damage.	The hero hits the enemy, dealing 10 damage.
Special Ability	Consumes energy to perform a more powerful action or with unique effects.	The hero throws a fireball, dealing 25 points of damage.
Defend	Temporarily increases defense to reduce damage taken.	The hero raises his shield, reducing damage taken by 50%.
Shift Status	Alternating turn system between the player and the enemy.	Player's turn. Enemy's turn.
Health Bar	Visually represents the health of the characters.	The enemy's health bar decreases when taking damage.
Energy Bar	Represents the points needed for special abilities.	The hero uses 10 energy points to cast a spell.
Enemy Action	Decide enemy actions based on rules or chance.	The enemy counterattacks with a blow, dealing 15 points of damage.
Victory/Defeat	End of combat condition.	Enemy defeated! You have won the battle.

Combat System Flow Diagram

The flow of the combat system follows these basic steps:

·       • Start of Combat: The player and the enemy appear on screen with their health and energy bars visible.

·       • Player Turn: The player selects an action (Attack, Skill, Defend) from a menu of options.

·       • Turn Change: Once the player's action has been carried out, the turn automatically passes to the enemy.

·       • Enemy Turn: The enemy executes an action determined by logic or randomness.

·       • Status Check: Checks if any of the characters' health has reached 0.

·       • End of Combat: Victory or defeat is declared and a final message is displayed.

Visual Interface Example

Customize your combat experience with the integrated battle menu. Choose between a classic or modern style to suit your game. Quickly access commands like attack, skills, defense, and more, all with a clear and functional interface. Take battles to the next level!

This is a simplified example of what the combat graphical interface would look like:

During the player's turn, action options are enabled. The enemy acts automatically on its turn. Health and energy bars are updated in real time.

Change Party Member

Master strategy with the Switch command! Change the order of your characters in battle, place allies in key positions (1, 2 or 3), or remove them from the front line. Adapt your tactics and take full control of each engagement.

Inventory - Item // Skill

Organize and use your resources strategically with the integrated inventory menu. Easily access potions, skills, and offensive items to restore allies or attack enemies directly. Everything you need to survive and win is at your fingertips!

GDevelop:

 https://gd.games/game2dom/turn-based-rpg-battle-system

Asset Credits:

Tiny RPG - Battle Kit 1 by tiopalada