HPL3/Scripting/Scripting Guide/The Basics - Introduction

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  1. The Basics - Introduction
  2. What is scripting in HPL3?
  3. Setting up CodeLite - Scripting Tool
  4. Scripting Workflow and Structure
  5. Hello World
  6. Calling Functions and Function Callbacks
  7. Helper Files
  8. The OnAction method
  9. The Update method
  10. Timers
  11. Sequences
  12. Local and Global Variables
  13. Enums
  14. Conclusion

The Basics - Introduction

Welcome the scripting tutorial series for the HPL3 Engine.

In this tutorial series, you will learn how to set up the tools necessary for scripting, the workflow of scripting in HPL3, how to script your maps, and we will also touch on more advanced topics such as modules and how you can create your own gameplay mechanics.

Bear in mind that this tutorial mostly covers the most essential things you need to know in order to script your maps. The scripting in HPL3 is a bit more complex than the HPL2 Engine, which was used for Amnesia: The Dark Descent, and therefore requires lots of self experimentation and practice.

Prerequisites and Recommendations

The scripting language of HPL3 is called AngelScript, which is similar to some of the more popular programming languages, so you should get familiar with the basic concepts of programming and be able to write simple code in the style of languages such as Java or C#.

Icon tip.png Tip: If you have zero programming knowledge, you should start with the AngelScript Fundamentals guide, and read at least the first four lessons.
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