Smoking

Once the effect wears off, the character suffers a "lung capacity" penalty, such as slower stamina regeneration or a coughing fit that gives away their position to enemies. 2. Social & Narrative Flavor

Characters might leave behind "third-hand smoke" or cigarette butts that specialized NPCs can track, adding a layer to stealth or detective gameplay. 3. Long-Term Character Progression Smoking

In many games, smoking is used as a tactical trade-off. It provides a temporary mental boost at a physical cost. Once the effect wears off, the character suffers

If your project features long-term progression, smoking can lead to permanent character changes. 9 Fascinating Smoking Facts | RadNet San Gabriel Valley Once the effect wears off