Peds.meta May 2026

If the model name in peds.meta doesn't exactly match the file names of the 3D assets, the character will not render.

In the world of modding and FiveM server development, peds.meta is a critical metadata file that acts as the "DNA" for Non-Player Characters (NPCs) or "peds". It defines how a character looks, behaves, and interacts within the game world. 🛠️ What is peds.meta? peds.meta

Defines the "style" of movement (e.g., injured, panicking, or casual). If the model name in peds

Inside a peds.meta file, you will find several tags that control a character's "identity": 🛠️ What is peds

On FiveM servers, this file is typically included in a stream folder and referenced in the fxmanifest.lua or __resource.lua to ensure the server "streams" the custom character data to all connected players.

The internal ID used to spawn the ped (e.g., a_m_m_skater_01 ).