Unity Advanced Topics 5

Question 1

Which Unity package provides a server-authoritative networking framework?

Accepted Answer

Netcode for GameObjects

Answer

Netcode for GameObjects is Unity's official multiplayer netcode solution supporting server authority.

Question 2

What does a NetworkVariable do in Unity netcode?

Accepted Answer

Synchronize a value across clients

Answer

A NetworkVariable automatically replicates its value from the server to connected clients.

Question 3

In client-server architecture, what is an RPC?

Accepted Answer

A Remote Procedure Call invoking methods over the network

Answer

RPCs let one machine invoke a method that executes on another over the network.

Question 4

Why is client-side prediction used in multiplayer games?

Accepted Answer

Hide latency by simulating locally before server confirms

Answer

Client-side prediction makes movement feel responsive despite network delay, later reconciling with the server.

Question 5

What is the purpose of the Unity Profiler?

Accepted Answer

Measure CPU, GPU, memory, and rendering performance

Answer

The Profiler captures detailed performance data to identify bottlenecks.

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