How to Use Scene Director for GTA 5 - NPC Control Guide 2025

How to Use Scene Director in GTA 5

Scene Director lets you control NPCs, create scenarios, and direct cinematic scenes. Perfect for machinima creators.

What is Scene Director?

Scene Director allows you to:

• Control NPC movements
• Create scripted sequences
• Record and playback actions
• Direct complex scenes
• Make NPCs perform animations

Installation

1. Install Script Hook V
2. Install ScriptHookVDotNet
3. Install NativeUI
4. Copy Scene Director .dll to scripts folder

Opening Scene Director

Default key: F10 or check config

Basic Features

Actor Management:

• Spawn actors (NPCs)
• Select and move actors
• Change actor model
• Set actor properties

Movement Recording:

1. Select actor
2. Start recording
3. Move actor manually
4. Stop recording
5. Path saved for playback

Animation Assignment:

1. Select actor
2. Open animation browser
3. Choose animation
4. Actor performs action

Creating a Scene

1. Plan your scene
2. Spawn all needed actors
3. Position actors at start positions
4. Record movement paths
5. Assign animations
6. Add vehicles if needed
7. Test playback
8. Record with Rockstar Editor

Advanced Features

Timeline:

• Synchronize multiple actors
• Set action triggers
• Create sequences

Vehicle Control:

• Assign vehicles to actors
• Record driving paths
• Create chase scenes

Saving Scenes:

• Save scene to file
• Load later for editing
• Share with others

Tips for Best Results

• Use with Menyoo for object placement
• Combine with graphics mods
• Plan scenes before starting
• Test animations first
• Record multiple takes

Conclusion

Scene Director is essential for GTA 5 filmmaking. Master it to create amazing content!