| name | uloop-control-play-mode |
|---|---|
| description | Control Unity Editor play mode via uloop CLI. Use when you need to: (1) Start play mode for testing, (2) Stop play mode after testing, (3) Pause play mode for debugging. |
uloop control-play-mode
Control Unity Editor play mode (play/stop/pause).
Usage
uloop control-play-mode [options]
Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
--action |
string | Play |
Action to perform: Play, Stop, Pause |
Examples
# Start play mode
uloop control-play-mode --action Play
# Stop play mode
uloop control-play-mode --action Stop
# Pause play mode
uloop control-play-mode --action Pause
Output
Returns JSON with the current play mode state:
- IsPlaying: Whether Unity is currently in play mode
- IsPaused: Whether play mode is paused
- Message: Description of the action performed
Notes
- Play action starts the game in the Unity Editor (also resumes from pause)
- Stop action exits play mode and returns to edit mode
- Pause action pauses the game while remaining in play mode
- Useful for automated testing workflows