unity-pivot-hierarchy

Manage Unity GameObject pivots and hierarchies with visual offsets and rotation pivots.

Updated Apr 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tranvietanh0/StackTheRing --skill unity-pivot-hierarchy
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Skill: unity-pivot-hierarchy
Source: https://github.com/tranvietanh0/StackTheRing/tree/main/.claude/skills/unity-pivot-hierarchy
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tranvietanh0/StackTheRing --skill unity-pivot-hierarchy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides tools for precise control over Unity GameObject pivots and hierarchies, enabling advanced manipulation of visual and physical transformations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Pivot Control: Adjust visual and rotation pivots for GameObjects.
  • Hierarchy Management: Create complex structures with nested GameObjects.
  • Use Case: Imagine you are developing a game where you need to create a dynamic weapon system. This Skill allows you to set up weapon sockets and pivot systems that can be easily modified and animated.

Quick Start

Use the unity-pivot-hierarchy skill to create a pivot system for a new weapon socket at the position (5, 0, 0) with a rotation of (90, 0, 0).

Frequently Asked Questions about unity-pivot-hierarchy

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I control Unity GameObject pivots for visual offsets and rotation?

To control Unity GameObject pivots, you adjust the visual and rotation pivot points to separate physical transformations from the rendered mesh. This enables precise orbit systems and localized scaling without distorting child objects.

What's the best way to set up weapon sockets in Unity?

Setting up weapon sockets in Unity requires creating a nested GameObject hierarchy with defined pivot points. You can position sockets at specific coordinates like (5, 0, 0) and apply rotation offsets to attach weapons dynamically.

Can I bake Unity GameObject hierarchy transformations into DOTS?

Yes, you can bake Unity GameObject hierarchy transformations into DOTS. The system supports DOTS hierarchy baking to convert complex nested structures and pivot offsets into the Entity Component System for data-oriented processing.

How do you isolate scale transformations within a Unity GameObject hierarchy?

To isolate scale transformations within a Unity GameObject hierarchy, you detach visual pivots from scaling pivots. This prevents parent object scaling from distorting child meshes, maintaining their original proportions during dynamic resize operations.

Do I need to understand Unity GameObject transformations to manage pivots?

Yes, understanding Unity GameObject transformations is required to manage pivots effectively. You need working knowledge of position, rotation, and scale matrices to correctly implement visual offsets, detachable parts, and orbit systems.

Why use pivot offsets for detachable parts in Unity game development?

Using pivot offsets for detachable parts in Unity game development allows models to separate and animate independently. By shifting the visual pivot away from the rotation center, detached segments maintain correct trajectory and orientation.