[matsi]

I've already created code that checks distance between two players when you press +use. I need to check that distance constantly to see if the other player gets out of that range. What would be the best way to do it?

[Hunter-Digital]

Depending on what you really want to do.

But, a global set_task() looping through each player would do.

[matsi]

Originally Posted by Hunter-Digital Depending on what you really want to do. But, a global set_task() looping through each player would do.

I'm trying to check if player can be 5 seconds in certain 'radius' of the other player. And of course i wanna know the best way of doing that.

[Prajch]

You'll have to use a set_task, or if once every 0.1 seconds isn't often enough, you'll have to either do it in prethink (can be costly) or create a timer entity with its own think function so that you can set the interval yourself.

[matsi]

Originally Posted by Prajch You'll have to use a set_task, or if once every 0.1 seconds isn't often enough, you'll have to either do it in prethink (can be costly) or create a timer entity with its own think function so that you can set the interval yourself.

Which one is better? task or timer entity?

[Mati_]

A set_task with 0.1s should be sufficient, much easier and less code than creating a custom entity with its think function.

A custom entity would be "more correct" and professional, and also more performant I suppose.

[Bugsy]

Use a thinking entity. Search the forums or look at my bullet pogo plugin for an example.

[matsi]

Originally Posted by Bugsy Use a thinking entity. Search the forums or look at my bullet pogo plugin for an example.

Thanks for the answer/tip. I've used thinking entity once to create countdown so i know how to make it.