# unity

This rule sets Unity C# conventions for project layout, naming, lookups, and memory use. Add it to Cursor when you want consistent guidance across a Unity codebase.

- rule · `type=rule` · Cursor · ★ 3580
- Author: sanjeed5
- License: CC0-1.0 · policy=mirror · the beginning of the file is at the end of this page
- Source: https://github.com/sanjeed5/awesome-cursor-rules-mdc/tree/HEAD/rules-mdc/unity.mdc
- Updated: 2026-05-19
- HTML: https://affpapa.org/en/nevibecode/rules/unity

## What it does

The rule covers folder and scene organization, naming, access modifiers, and XML comments. It recommends keeping project assets under `_Project`, separating third-party packages, and using prefabs for reusable objects. Public members use PascalCase; private fields start with an underscore.

For runtime performance, it advises caching singleton references instead of calling `FindObjectOfType` from `Update`, using IDs for Animator and Shader properties, and reusing frequently created objects through a pool. The pooling example uses `UnityEngine.Pool`, which requires Unity 2021 or later. Projects on older Unity versions cannot use that example as written.

In Cursor, save the rule as `.cursor/rules/unity.mdc`. Its `**/*` glob applies it across files, rather than limiting it to selected file types.

## Requirements
- Works with: Unity

## Install

### Cursor (native platform)

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.cursor/rules/unity.mdc` — Frontmatter: description, globs, alwaysApply

### Claude Code

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.claude/rules/unity.md` — The paths frontmatter field limits the files: move globs from the source into paths

### Codex

**AGENTS.md**
- Codex reads AGENTS.md: paste the rule text there

### GitHub Copilot

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.github/instructions/unity.instructions.md` — The applyTo field sets which files it applies to: move globs from the source into applyTo

### Windsurf (Devin Desktop)

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.devin/rules/unity.md`

### Cline

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.clinerules/unity.md`

Where a file is given instead of a command, copy the files from the source to that path: https://github.com/sanjeed5/awesome-cursor-rules-mdc/tree/HEAD/rules-mdc/unity.mdc

## When to use it
- organize Unity assets into project folders
- standardize C# class and field names
- document public members with XML comments
- avoid repeated object searches in `Update`
- reuse spawned objects to reduce allocations

## Example prompts
- Reorganize this Unity project's folders and scenes according to the rule.
- Check the C# scripts for naming issues and add XML comments to public members.
- Change projectile creation to use an object pool, accounting for this project's Unity version.

## Source text · unity.mdc · CC0-1.0

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````text
---
description: This guide provides opinionated, actionable best practices for Unity C# development, focusing on code organization, performance, and common pitfalls to ensure a clean, maintainable, and performant codebase.
globs: **/*
---
# unity Best Practices

This document outlines our definitive guidelines for Unity C# development. Adhere to these rules to maintain a high-quality, performant, and collaborative codebase.

## 1. Code Organization & Project Structure

### 1.1 Project Folder Hierarchy
Organize assets by type within a `_Project` root, separating custom assets from third-party packages. Avoid root-level clutter.

❌ BAD
```
Assets/
  MyScript.cs
  PlayerModel.fbx
  Level1.unity
  ThirdPartyAsset/
    ...
```

✅ GOOD
```
Assets/
  _Project/
    Audio/
    Materials/
    Models/
    Prefabs/
    Scenes/
    Scripts/
      Core/
      Gameplay/
      UI/
    Textures/
  Plugins/          // Reserved for external plugins
  Standard Assets/  // Reserved for Unity's standard assets
  ThirdPartyAsset/  // Leave imported packages intact
```

### 1.2 Scene Hierarchy Structure
Prefab everything. Group GameObjects logically within scenes for clarity and easier navigation.

❌ BAD
```
- Player
- Enemy1
- UI_HealthBar
- MainCamera
- Light
- Environment_Tree
```

✅ GOOD
```
- Managers
  - GameManager
  - AudioManager
- Cameras
  - MainCamera
- Lights
  - Directional Light
- UI
  - Canvas
    - HUD
    - PauseMenu
- World
  - Terrain
  - Environment
    - Trees
    - Rocks
- Gameplay
  - Actors
    - Player
    - Enemy (Prefab instances)
  - Items
    - Collectible (Prefab instances)
- _DynamicObjects // Parent for all runtime instantiated objects
```

### 1.3 Naming Conventions
Use PascalCase for public members and filenames, camelCase for private fields and local variables. Prefix private fields with `_`.

❌ BAD
```csharp
public class player_controller : MonoBehaviour {
    public float movementSpeed;
    private GameObject target;
    void Start() { }
}
```

✅ GOOD
```csharp
public class PlayerController : MonoBehaviour
{
    [SerializeField] private float _movementSpeed = 5f; // Serialized private field
    private GameObject _target; // Private field
    public float MovementSpeed => _movementSpeed; // Public property

    void Start()
    {
        // Local variable
        GameObject tempObject = new GameObject("Temp");
    }
}
```

## 2. Common Patterns & Anti-patterns

### 2.1 Explicit Access Modifiers
Always declare access modifiers (`public`, `private`, `protected`). Do not rely on default `private`.

❌ BAD
```csharp
class MyClass {
    int value; // Defaults to private, but implicit
    void DoSomething() { }
}
```

✅ GOOD
```csharp
public class MyClass
{
    private int _value;
    public void DoSomething() { }
}
```

### 2.2 XML Documentation
Document all public classes, methods, and fields using XML `///` comments.

❌ BAD
```csharp
public class PlayerHealth : MonoBehaviour {
    public int currentHealth;
    public void TakeDamage(int amount) { /* ... */ }
}
```

✅ GOOD
```csharp
/// <summary>
/// Manages the player's health and handles damage/healing.
/// </summary>
public class PlayerHealth : MonoBehaviour
{
    /// <summary>The current health of the player.</summary>
    public int CurrentHealth { get; private set; } = 100;

    /// <summary>
    /// Applies damage to the player, reducing their health.
    /// </summary>
    /// <param name="amount">The amount of damage to apply.</param>
    public void TakeDamage(int amount)
    {
        CurrentHealth -= amount;
        if (CurrentHealth <= 0)
        {
            Debug.Log("Player defeated!");
        }
    }
}
```

### 2.3 Singleton Access
Cache references to singletons or use a dedicated manager. Avoid `FindObjectOfType` in `Update` or frequently called methods.

❌ BAD
```csharp
public class GameManager : MonoBehaviour {
````
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