ResetOnSpawn

ResetOnSpawn is a property found in certain game development engines and frameworks, particularly those that utilize object pooling or instantiating game objects. Its primary function is to define whether a game object's state should be reset to its default or initial configuration every time it is spawned or reactivated. This is commonly used in conjunction with systems that reuse objects rather than destroying and recreating them to optimize performance.

When ResetOnSpawn is enabled for a game object, its relevant properties, such as position, rotation, scale, velocity, or any custom variables, are automatically reverted to their predefined starting values upon spawning. This ensures that each instance of the object begins its lifecycle in a consistent and predictable state, regardless of how it was previously used or modified. For example, a projectile object might have its movement speed and direction reset to zero and its initial position reset to the firing point.

Conversely, if ResetOnSpawn is disabled, the game object retains its last known state when it is reactivated. This can be useful in scenarios where an object needs to remember its previous configuration or continue a process from where it left off. However, it requires careful management to avoid unintended behavior or the accumulation of unwanted states across multiple spawns. The default setting for ResetOnSpawn can vary depending on the engine or framework being used.