Scripting Farming Simulator with Lua
eBook - ePub

Scripting Farming Simulator with Lua

Unlocking the Virtual Fields

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eBook - ePub

Scripting Farming Simulator with Lua

Unlocking the Virtual Fields

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About This Book

Create mods using the popular game Farming Simulator with Lua, aversatile scripting language that can run on various platforms and applications. This open access book is best suited for programmers who want to learn how to use Lua to write scripts that can enhance and extend the gameplay experience.

You'll start by reviewing the basics of programming in Lua and then move on to advanced topics, such as object-oriented programming, vehicle and placeable specializations, network synchronization, and creating custom user interfaces. With step-by-step instructions and detailed explanations, you'll see how to create scripts that modify game mechanics and add new features to the game.

The practical examples and projects are ideal for providing hands-on experience with Lua scripting. Whether you are a creator looking to take your skills to the next level or a game developer interested in learning a new programming language, Scripting Farming Simulator with Lua is the ultimate guide to mastering Lua scripting.

What You'll Learn

  • Understand the fundamentals of programming in LUA
  • Implement a basic "Hello-World" mod
  • Add a new graphical user interface to your mod
  • Use hook scripts to extend base game features
  • Publish your mod on theofficialFarming Simulator ModHub

Who This Book Is For

Creators who want to add new features to Farming Simulator; game developers who want to learn a new programming language for modding purposes, and anyone who wants to expand their knowledge of programming and scripting.

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Publisher
Apress
Year
2023
ISBN
9798868800603
Topic
Computer Science
Subtopic
Programming Games
Index
Computer Science

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Front Matter
  3. 1. Introduction, GDN, ModHub, Modding Tutorial Videos, LuaDoc, FarmCon…
  4. 2. Getting Started with the GIANTS Editor
  5. 3. The Lua Programming Language
  6. 4. The GIANTS Studio
  7. 5. Making a Diner with a Rotating Sign
  8. 6. Rotating Mower Mod
  9. 7. Speed Trap Trailer Mod
  10. 8. Mileage Counter HUD Mod
  11. 9. Multibale Spawner Mod
  12. 10. Money Cheat Mod
  13. 11. Publishing on the ModHub
  14. 12. Documentation and Appendix
  15. Back Matter