How to Use Scene Director for GTA 5 - NPC Control Guide 2026

Scene Director Mod for GTA 5 — Complete NPC Control Guide 2026

Scene Director is a powerful mod that gives you full control over NPCs, vehicles, and scene composition in GTA 5. Create cinematic sequences, custom scenarios, and dynamic encounters with this comprehensive tool.

Installation Steps

1. Download Scene Director from the official source
2. Install Script Hook V and .NET Script Hook as prerequisites
3. Copy SceneDirector.dll to the scripts folder in your GTA 5 directory
4. Copy the SceneDirector config folder to the same location
5. Launch the game and press the menu key to open the director panel

Creating Your First Scene

1. Open Scene Director menu and select Spawn Ped
2. Choose a ped model from the categorized list (cops, civilians, gang members, etc.)
3. Position the NPC using the placement cursor
4. Add waypoints by selecting the NPC and clicking Add Waypoint
5. Set actions at each waypoint: walk, run, shoot, take cover, use phone
6. Press Play Scene to watch your creation come alive

Advanced NPC Behaviors

• Combat AI — set NPCs to attack specific targets or defend areas
• Vehicle Driving — assign NPCs to drive along custom routes
• Group Formation — create squads that move and act together
• Looping Scenes — scenes repeat automatically for ambient scenarios
• Timed Events — trigger actions after specific delays

Tips for Cinematic Use

• Combine with Rockstar Editor for professional camera angles
• Use SET_ENTITY_INVINCIBLE for actors that should not die during scenes
• Save frequently — complex scenes can be lost on crashes
• Layer multiple scenes for rich, dynamic environments