Custom Cursor in Unity
Give your game a polished feel in seconds! This quick Unity tutorial shows how to replace the default mouse pointer with a custom cursor. Learn the exact steps: import a PNG, set Texture Type to Cursor, and assign it as the Default Cursor in Project Settings. Optional tip: use Cursor.SetCursor in code to switch cursors at runtime.
What you’ll learn:
Import and prepare a cursor image (PNG with transparency)
Set Texture Type to Cursor and apply settings to avoid blur
Assign a Default Cursor in Project Settings → Player
Bonus: change cursors via Cursor.SetCursor with hotspot and mode
Works with Unity 2025 for PC or mobile projects. Perfect for menus, UI-heavy games, and stylized projects. Like and subscribe for more 1‑minute Unity tips.