How can I access the value of a dropdown in a script that is in a different scene?

I have a difficulty dropdown in my main menu and want to access it in the actual game. I can provide more info if needed.

 

You have several options for that, you could store its value in:

• A static variable
• A scriptable object
• A manager GameObject marked as DontDestroyOnLoad
• A value using UserPrefs
• ...

 

Thanks for the response. Of these 4, which one is the best? Additionally, could you elaborate on the one that is the best? Thanks, and sorry for being such a noob.

Edit: I got it, thanks for the suggestion. I used PlayerPrefs.

 

I guess using UserPrefs is more appropriate for your case, if you want the chosen difficulty to be saved, so that the player does not have to set it every time the game starts.