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# Installation

### Requirements

Before importing VATMachine, make sure your project is using:

* Unity 6 or newer recommended
* Supported Render Pipeline (URP/HDRP)

### Installation

#### **Step 1:** Import VATMachine from Package Manager

Open the Unity Package Manager / My Assets, find VATMachine, and click Install.

#### **Step 2:** Install asset dependencies

After clicking **Install**, a popup will appear asking to install the required asset dependencies.

Click **Install/Upgrade**.

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#### **Step 3:** Import the VATMachine package

After the dependencies are installed, the **Import Unity Package** window will appear.

Click **Import**.

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After importing, the `VATMachine` folder will appear in your project.

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#### **Step 4:** Choose your render pipeline

**If you are using URP:**&#x20;

VATMachine is ready to use by default. You should delete the included `VATMachine_HDRP_1.0.0.unitypackage` file.

**If you are using HDRP:**

1. Delete the `URP` folder inside `Assets/VATMachine`.
2. Import the included `VATMachine_HDRP_1.0.0.unitypackage`.

Do not keep both the **URP** and **HDRP** versions installed at the same time.

### Demo Scene Packages

The included Third Person Controller demo uses:

* Cinemachine
* Input System

Install this only if you want to run that demo scene.


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