Scripting

Gameplay scripts can be written in Strata or C#

Each script picks its language when you create it, and a project can use both languages - you aren't boxed into just one

What is Strata?

You probably haven't heard of Strata - because it's a new project aimed at creating a simple, C-type language meant for scripting (separate from Hyperion).

Strata is statically typed and compiled, with no garbage collector, ref counting or manual memory management - the Strata overview covers the syntax

Exposing C++ to scripts

Engine types show up in both languages through reflection. Add a class in C++ with reflection macros, and Hyperion's CodeGenTool generates binding code so you can use it in scripts.

HYP_CLASS()
class Camera : public ObjectBase
{
    HYP_OBJECT_BODY(Camera);
public:
    HYP_METHOD(Property = "FOV")
    float GetFOV() const;

    HYP_METHOD(Property = "FOV")
    void SetFOV(float v);
};

In this section

• Your first scriptAttach a script to an entity and make it move.
• Calling engine codeHow engine types show up in Strata and C#, and how to expose your own.
• SamplesExample scripts

TODO

• Shipping builds (ahead-of-time compiled scripts)