Lock-On System
A mechanic that fixes the camera and player orientation toward a target enemy, simplifying combat targeting especially in 3D environments.
In games, this means
From Software's lock-on in Dark Souls is praised for giving players control of target switching. A poor lock-on that snaps to unintended targets, or can't be exited cleanly, actively sabotages the combat it's meant to assist.
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Input
Core Loop
Combat