how do you make overheating take less time? the animations should do that job, but they don't. my overheating is 45 frames, overheated is 1 frame, and overheat exit is 30. So, why in game does the overheated animation still take 50 frames?(the original length of time for overheating)

I've never really done overheating animations, but I think the weapon tag has something to do with it. Inside, there's a section devoted to how much heat is gained per shot, and how quickly it drains out.

yes, but think of this; if those values are changed then the balance between Plasma rifle and assault rifle would be off immensely