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On TWC each game has its own '''Modding Workshop''' section and sections where mods can be posted and discussed, additionally; | On TWC each game has its own '''Modding Workshop''' section and sections where mods can be posted and discussed, additionally; | ||
*'''[[Modding Staff]]''' are available to assist modders and help organise the mods and modding sections. | *'''[[Modding Staff]]''' are available to assist modders and help organise the mods and modding sections. | ||
| − | *'''[ | + | *'''[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/downloads.php TWC Downloads]''' provides a categorised hosting facility for mods and tools, files up to 100mb can be hosted directly on TWC, larger files hosted off-site can be linked to from the download pages. |
*TWC's '''[[Mod Register]]''' is available to provide basic information about a mod together with useful links and a permission statement. | *TWC's '''[[Mod Register]]''' is available to provide basic information about a mod together with useful links and a permission statement. | ||
| − | *Modders can apply for '''Hosted Forums''' by contacting [ | + | *Modders can apply for '''Hosted Forums''' by contacting [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/member.php?97029 lolIsuck]. |
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==Modding Britannia== | ==Modding Britannia== | ||
====Main Links==== | ====Main Links==== | ||
| − | * '''<big>[ | + | * '''<big>[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?1514-Thrones-of-Britannia-Modding-Workshop Britannia Modding Workshop on TWC]</big>''' |
| − | :* [ | + | :* [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?1534-Tools-Tutorials-and-Resources Tools, Tutorials and Resources] |
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==Modding Warhammer== | ==Modding Warhammer== | ||
====Main Links==== | ====Main Links==== | ||
| − | * '''<big>[ | + | * '''<big>[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?2197-Total-War-WARHAMMER-Mod-Workshop Warhammer Mod Workshop on TWC]</big>''' |
*[http://wiki.totalwar.com/w/Official_CA_modding_tips_and_tutorials Official CA Warscape Modding Tips] | *[http://wiki.totalwar.com/w/Official_CA_modding_tips_and_tutorials Official CA Warscape Modding Tips] | ||
*[http://wiki.totalwar.com/w/Content_Creators#Creating_Mods_for_Total_War_-_Where_to_Start Where to Start Guide] at totalwar.com | *[http://wiki.totalwar.com/w/Content_Creators#Creating_Mods_for_Total_War_-_Where_to_Start Where to Start Guide] at totalwar.com | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?2202 Modding Tutorials on TWC] |
====Tutorials & Resources==== | ====Tutorials & Resources==== | ||
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?732663 Getting Started - Modding for Newbies] |
* [http://forums.totalwar.com/discussion/191511/community-battle-map-design-best-practices Community Battle Map Best Design Practices] | * [http://forums.totalwar.com/discussion/191511/community-battle-map-design-best-practices Community Battle Map Best Design Practices] | ||
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?748344 How to add a custom siege map to the campaign] |
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?736979-Looking-for-a-simple-Middenland-unlock&p=15072745&viewfull=1#post15072745 Faction Unlocker tutorial] |
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?52574 Warhammer Tutorials in the Scriptorium] |
====Tools==== | ====Tools==== | ||
*[http://wiki.totalwar.com/w/Total_War_WARHAMMER_Assembly_Kit_Terry Assembly Kit Terry] | *[http://wiki.totalwar.com/w/Total_War_WARHAMMER_Assembly_Kit_Terry Assembly Kit Terry] | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?730823 Pack File Manager] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?730931 SaveParser for Warhammer] |
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==Modding Attila== | ==Modding Attila== | ||
====Main Links==== | ====Main Links==== | ||
| − | * '''<big>[ | + | * '''<big>[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?2107-Total-War-Attila-Mod-Workshop Attila Mod Workshop on TWC]</big>''' |
==== Tutorials and Resources ==== | ==== Tutorials and Resources ==== | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?767299-Modder-s-Hub-Resources-Tutorial-amp-More Modder's Hub] Resources and tutorials |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?771832 Changing Settlement Position] - Tutorial |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?760461 Custom building creation] - Tutorial and video |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?680966-Mod-Manager Mod Manager] - Tool for launching multiple mods. |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?688611-Some-useful-MediaFire-Features-(Like-Auto-Update-Sync) MedieFire features] - Resource for simulating some Steam Workshop mechanics. |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?748920-remove-clouds-from-campaign-map-how-to-! Removing clouds] - Tutorial on how to remove tactical view obscuring clouds. |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?697906-How-to-bring-an-external-model-into-Attila-(plus-an-FAQ) Models for Attila] - Tutorial on how to implement external unit models into Attila. |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?694032-Community-Campaign-Map-with-Area-of-Recruitment-Unit-Resources Campaign Map] - Resource for editing the campaign map with AORs and unit resources. |
==== Essential Tools ==== | ==== Essential Tools ==== | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?680538-PFM-3-5-2-Updated-string-handling Pack File Manager] |
*[http://wiki.totalwar.com/w/ATTILA_Assembly_Kit Attila Assembly Kit] | *[http://wiki.totalwar.com/w/ATTILA_Assembly_Kit Attila Assembly Kit] | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?682760-SaveParser-Editor-for-Total-War-savegames-(Attila) SaveParser for Attila] |
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====Main Links==== | ====Main Links==== | ||
| − | * '''<big>[ | + | * '''<big>[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?1991-Total-War-Rome-II-Workshop Rome II Mod Workshop on TWC]</big>''' |
====Useful Links==== | ====Useful Links==== | ||
*[http://wiki.totalwar.com/w/Steam_Workshop_and_How_to_Make_Mods Official CA modding tips and tutorials] | *[http://wiki.totalwar.com/w/Steam_Workshop_and_How_to_Make_Mods Official CA modding tips and tutorials] | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?2010-Tools-Tutorials-and-Resources Tools, Tutorials and Resources on TWC] |
====Tutorials and Resources==== | ====Tutorials and Resources==== | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?640987-Modding-Guide-for-Novices Modding Guide for Novices] |
*[http://wiki.totalwar.com/w/Rome_2_Assembly_kit Assembly Kit] | *[http://wiki.totalwar.com/w/Rome_2_Assembly_kit Assembly Kit] | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?751128-Model-Resource-Packs Model Resource Packs] Tunic by Stealth4Health |
====Tools==== | ====Tools==== | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?619271-Schema-Editor-(updated-8-9) Schema Editor] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?618536-Mod-Manager Mod Manager] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?619242-R2-Script-Extender Script Extender] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?620300-Rome-2-Editor Rome II Unit Editor] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?618353-PFM-3-0-beta Pack File Manager] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?623719 Esf Editor] |
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==Modding Shogun 2== | ==Modding Shogun 2== | ||
====Main Links==== | ====Main Links==== | ||
| − | *''' <big>[ | + | *''' <big>[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?1552-Total-War-Shogun-2-Mod-Workshop Shogun 2 Mod Workshop on TWC]</big>''' |
| − | :*[ | + | :*[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?1572-Tools-Tutorials-and-Resources Tools, Tutorials and Resources] |
*[[:Category:TWS2 Modding Tools|TWS2 Modding Tools]] - List on Wiki | *[[:Category:TWS2 Modding Tools|TWS2 Modding Tools]] - List on Wiki | ||
====Tutorials and Resources==== | ====Tutorials and Resources==== | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=449372 WARNING: Editing multiplayer stats] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=443435 Tool and Tutorial Index] |
====Tools==== | ====Tools==== | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=428754 ESF Editor 1.4.8] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=433370 Pack File Manager 1.6.6 (beta)] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=433370 Pack File Manager 1.6.6 (beta)] |
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==Modding NTW== | ==Modding NTW== | ||
====Main Links==== | ====Main Links==== | ||
| − | * '''<big>[ | + | * '''<big>[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?1435-Napoleon-Total-War-Mod-Workshop Napoleon: Total War Workshop on TWC]</big>''' |
* '''<big>[[:Category:NTW_Modding|NTW Modding on the Wiki]]</big>''' | * '''<big>[[:Category:NTW_Modding|NTW Modding on the Wiki]]</big>''' | ||
*:[[:Category:NTW_Modding_Tutorials|Modding Tutorials for Napoleon: Total War]] | *:[[:Category:NTW_Modding_Tutorials|Modding Tutorials for Napoleon: Total War]] | ||
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====Useful Tutorials==== | ====Useful Tutorials==== | ||
Basic Tutorials | Basic Tutorials | ||
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=340047 How to make a mod] |
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?732663 Getting Started - Modding for Newbies] |
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?620537-Warscape-Modding-Primer Warscape Modding Primer] |
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?679577-How-to-create-a-new-unit-(for-new-modders)-which-guides-and-PFMs-work-for-me Guide for Creating New Units (For Newbies)] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?480745-EasyEsf-for-ETW-(15-12)/page18&p=12590276#post12590276 Beginner's Guide Installing ESF Editor] |
General Tutorials | General Tutorials | ||
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?339181-STARTPOS-ESF-analysis-and-modifications Editing STARTPOS.ESF analysis and modification] |
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?476850-Groupformations-Warscape-Battle-Formations&p=10158177#post10158177 Groupformations Warscape Battle Formations] |
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?732075-Adding-custom-battlefield-to-campaign Adding custom battlefield to campaign] |
* [http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?46738-A-Beginner-s-Guide-to-Scripting-Scripting-How-To-s A Beginner's-Guide to Scripting] | * [http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?46738-A-Beginner-s-Guide-to-Scripting-Scripting-How-To-s A Beginner's-Guide to Scripting] | ||
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?238847-How-to-create-a-custom-unit-a-complete-guide How to Create a Custom Unit - A Complete Guide] |
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====Useful Resources==== | ====Useful Resources==== | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/downloads.php?do=file&id=4358 Official RAW Database Table (XML, XSD)] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?463810-Official-CA-Q-amp-A-thread-XML-and-XSD-modding Official CA Q&A thread - XML and XSD modding] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?425548-List-of-all-Lua-functions-used-by-NTW&highlight=lua%20script List of all Lua functions used by NTW] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?605072-Script-o-Rama-2-%28UPDATED-16-06-13%29 Script-o-Rama 2 (UPDATED 16/06/13)] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?389234-Scripting-Commands Scripting Commands] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?422260-UI-Layout-file-documentation UI Layout file documentation] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?t=338976 The great DB Database] |
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====Essential Tools==== | ====Essential Tools==== | ||
| − | *Pack File Managers: [ | + | *Pack File Managers: [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?680538-PFM-3-5-0-Attila-supportPack PFM 3.5.2] | [http://sourceforge.net/projects/packfilemanager/files/Release/ PPM Multiple Versions] |
| − | *StartPos Editors: [ | + | *StartPos Editors: [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?416583-Esf-Total-Editor Esf Total Editor] | [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?623719 Edit SF] | [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?480745-EasyEsf-for-ETW-(15-12) Easy Esf] |
*[http://sourceforge.net/projects/twmodmanager/?source=recommended Mod Manager] | *[http://sourceforge.net/projects/twmodmanager/?source=recommended Mod Manager] | ||
*[http://sourceforge.net/projects/saveparser/?source=recommended Save Parser] | *[http://sourceforge.net/projects/saveparser/?source=recommended Save Parser] | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?604949-W-A-L-I W.A.L.I] Possible application |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?434980-User-Script-amp-Preferences-Editor User Script & Preferences Editor] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?522159 Easy DB Editor] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?409492-Scripting-And-Debug-Toolkit-v1-1 Scripting And Debug Toolkit v1.1] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?396175-NTW-Data-Checker-%28V1-4%29 NTW Data Checker v1.4] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?496319-HIBAM-Editor-Map-amp-Historical-Battle-editor HIBAM Editor: Map & Historical Battle editor] |
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==Modding ETW == | ==Modding ETW == | ||
====Main Links==== | ====Main Links==== | ||
| − | * '''<big>[ | + | * '''<big>[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?651-Empire-Mod-Workshop Empire: Total War Workshop on TWC]</big>''' |
| − | *:[ | + | *:[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?1108-Tools-Tutorials-and-Resources Tools, Tutorials and Resources] |
* '''<big>[[:Category:ETW_Modding|ETW Modding on the Wiki]]</big>''' | * '''<big>[[:Category:ETW_Modding|ETW Modding on the Wiki]]</big>''' | ||
*: [[ETW Modding Tutorials]] | *: [[ETW Modding Tutorials]] | ||
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====Useful Tutorials==== | ====Useful Tutorials==== | ||
Basic Tutorials | Basic Tutorials | ||
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?732663 Getting Started - Modding for Newbies] |
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?620537-Warscape-Modding-Primer Warscape Modding Primer] |
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?679577-How-to-create-a-new-unit-(for-new-modders)-which-guides-and-PFMs-work-for-me Guide for Creating New Units (For Newbies)] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?480745-EasyEsf-for-ETW-(15-12)/page18&p=12590276#post12590276 Beginner's Guide Installing ESF Editor] |
Startpos Modification Tutorials | Startpos Modification Tutorials | ||
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?272139-STARTPOS-ESF-analysis-and-modifications-HYBRID-startpos-esf Editing Starpos.esf Analysis and Modifications (Hybrid startpos.esf] |
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?569236-Advanced-How-to-make-complicated-startpos-changes-%96-hyprid-method-limitations-%96-God-Startpos Advanced Startpos Changes] |
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?265339-How-to-add-new-building-slots-upgrading-cities-NEW How to add new building slots upgrading cities] |
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?336697-How-to-unlock-non-playable-and-emergent-factions How to unlock non-playable and emergent factions] |
General Tutorials | General Tutorials | ||
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?669519-How-to-mod-the-AOR-(area-of-recruitment)-of-a-unit How to mod the AOR (area of recruitment) of a unit] |
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?329169-NAVAL-MODDING Naval Modding] |
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?594156 How to add new building chains] |
* [http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?46738-A-Beginner-s-Guide-to-Scripting-Scripting-How-To-s A Beginner's-Guide to Scripting] | * [http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showthread.php?46738-A-Beginner-s-Guide-to-Scripting-Scripting-How-To-s A Beginner's-Guide to Scripting] | ||
| − | * [ | + | * [https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?238847-How-to-create-a-custom-unit-a-complete-guide How to Create a Custom Unit - A Complete Guide] |
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====Main Links==== | ====Main Links==== | ||
| − | * '''<big>[ | + | * '''<big>[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?272-Medieval-II-Mod-Workshop M2TW Mod Workshop on TWC]</big>''' |
* '''<big>[[:Category:M2TW_Modding|M2TW Modding on the Wiki]]</big>''' | * '''<big>[[:Category:M2TW_Modding|M2TW Modding on the Wiki]]</big>''' | ||
:* [[:Category:M2TW Modding Tutorials|M2TW Modding Tutorials]] | :* [[:Category:M2TW Modding Tutorials|M2TW Modding Tutorials]] | ||
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==== Recent/Important Modding Information ==== | ==== Recent/Important Modding Information ==== | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?747342-Projectile-release-point-changer Projectile release point changer] A tool on how to change the projectile's release point when the bowmen are on the walls. |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?740100-List-of-non-functional-script-terms-(events-conditions-and-commands) List of non functional script terms] An updated resource on non-functional script terms. |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?745692-Creating-a-World-Starting-Steam-Mods-the-easy-Way Starting Steam Mods the easy way] A tutorial with all the ways to start mods via Steam. |
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==== Essential Tools ==== | ==== Essential Tools ==== | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?96588-Patches-M2TW-Update-1-5-1-3-amp-1-2-Download-Links M2TW Update 1.5, 1.3 & 1.2] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?73692-CA-cas-exporter-released CA .cas exporter] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/downloads.php?do=file&id=4066 M2TW Docudemons] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?352216-Creating-a-World-Bare-Geomod|Bare Geomod] A resource to start modding on a bare but fully functional mod of your own. |
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====Main Links==== | ====Main Links==== | ||
| − | * '''<big>[ | + | * '''<big>[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?22-Rome-Total-War-Workshop RTW Modding Workshop on TWC]</big>''' |
* '''<big>[[:Category:RTW_Modding|RTW Modding on the Wiki]]</big>''' | * '''<big>[[:Category:RTW_Modding|RTW Modding on the Wiki]]</big>''' | ||
:*[[RTW Modding Tutorials (index)|RTW Modding Tutorials]] | :*[[RTW Modding Tutorials (index)|RTW Modding Tutorials]] | ||
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====Recent/Important Modding Information==== | ====Recent/Important Modding Information==== | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?741786-Creating-a-World-Starting-RTW-Mods-the-Batch-Way Starting an RTW mod by .bat] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?311674-EDU-matic-Automatic-unit-balance-EDU-generation-system EDU-matic Unit Balance Generation System] |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/showthread.php?111344-The-Complete-EDU-Guide The Complete EDU guide] |
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====Essential Tools==== | ====Essential Tools==== | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/downloads.php?do=file&id=43 PAK Extractor] (by Vercingetorix) to access RTW packed files. |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/downloads.php?do=file&id=141 CAS Importer/exporter for 3ds max] (by Vercingetorix) for 3D modelling. |
*[http://developer.nvidia.com/nvidia-texture-tools-adobe-photoshop Photoshop DDS plugin] - to open texture files. | *[http://developer.nvidia.com/nvidia-texture-tools-adobe-photoshop Photoshop DDS plugin] - to open texture files. | ||
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<center><big>TW Engine 1 was used for [[Shogun: Total War]] and [[Medieval: Total War]].</big> | <center><big>TW Engine 1 was used for [[Shogun: Total War]] and [[Medieval: Total War]].</big> | ||
| − | * <big>[ | + | * <big>[https://www.twcenter.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?25-Medieval-Shogun-Total-War-General-Discussion Medieval/Shogun Discussion Including Modding]</big> |
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Revision as of 04:36, 18 February 2020
Welcome to Modding on the TWC Wiki
All the Total War Series games are modifiable to an extent, the ease, scope and manner of possible modifications varies between the games. The popularity of the modifications has contributed to the Total War games' ongoing success. This page is not the place to find modifications, please refer to each individual game portal or Category:Mods for that, here you will find links to advice on how to make your own modifications.
On TWC each game has its own Modding Workshop section and sections where mods can be posted and discussed, additionally;
- Modding Staff are available to assist modders and help organise the mods and modding sections.
- TWC Downloads provides a categorised hosting facility for mods and tools, files up to 100mb can be hosted directly on TWC, larger files hosted off-site can be linked to from the download pages.
- TWC's Mod Register is available to provide basic information about a mod together with useful links and a permission statement.
- Modders can apply for Hosted Forums by contacting lolIsuck.
Warscape Engine
Warscape Modding News
Official CA Tool Updates
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Modding Warhammer
Main Links
Tutorials & Resources
- Getting Started - Modding for Newbies
- Community Battle Map Best Design Practices
- How to add a custom siege map to the campaign
- Faction Unlocker tutorial
- Warhammer Tutorials in the Scriptorium
Tools
Modding Attila
Main Links
Tutorials and Resources
- Modder's Hub Resources and tutorials
- Changing Settlement Position - Tutorial
- Custom building creation - Tutorial and video
- Mod Manager - Tool for launching multiple mods.
- MedieFire features - Resource for simulating some Steam Workshop mechanics.
- Removing clouds - Tutorial on how to remove tactical view obscuring clouds.
- Models for Attila - Tutorial on how to implement external unit models into Attila.
- Campaign Map - Resource for editing the campaign map with AORs and unit resources.
Essential Tools
Modding Rome II
Main Links
Useful Links
Tutorials and Resources
- Modding Guide for Novices
- Assembly Kit
- Model Resource Packs Tunic by Stealth4Health
Tools
Modding NTW
Main Links
Useful Tutorials
Basic Tutorials
- How to make a mod
- Getting Started - Modding for Newbies
- Warscape Modding Primer
- Guide for Creating New Units (For Newbies)
- Beginner's Guide Installing ESF Editor
General Tutorials
- Editing STARTPOS.ESF analysis and modification
- Groupformations Warscape Battle Formations
- Adding custom battlefield to campaign
- A Beginner's-Guide to Scripting
- How to Create a Custom Unit - A Complete Guide
Useful Resources
- Official RAW Database Table (XML, XSD)
- Official CA Q&A thread - XML and XSD modding
- List of all Lua functions used by NTW
- Script-o-Rama 2 (UPDATED 16/06/13)
- Scripting Commands
- UI Layout file documentation
- The great DB Database
Essential Tools
- Pack File Managers: PFM 3.5.2 | PPM Multiple Versions
- StartPos Editors: Esf Total Editor | Edit SF | Easy Esf
- Mod Manager
- Save Parser
- W.A.L.I Possible application
- User Script & Preferences Editor
- Easy DB Editor
- Scripting And Debug Toolkit v1.1
- NTW Data Checker v1.4
- HIBAM Editor: Map & Historical Battle editor
Modding ETW
Main Links
Useful Tutorials
Basic Tutorials
- Getting Started - Modding for Newbies
- Warscape Modding Primer
- Guide for Creating New Units (For Newbies)
- Beginner's Guide Installing ESF Editor
Startpos Modification Tutorials
- Editing Starpos.esf Analysis and Modifications (Hybrid startpos.esf
- Advanced Startpos Changes
- How to add new building slots upgrading cities
- How to unlock non-playable and emergent factions
General Tutorials
TW Engine 2
Modding Medieval II: Total War
Overview
The campaign map for M2TW can be modified by altering .tga image files and text files. Unit recruitment, character traits, diplomacy and many other aspects can be modified by changing text files. Battlemap unit models and settlement structures can be edited via Milkshape and user created tools.
Main Links
Recent/Important Modding Information
- Projectile release point changer A tool on how to change the projectile's release point when the bowmen are on the walls.
- List of non functional script terms An updated resource on non-functional script terms.
- Starting Steam Mods the easy way A tutorial with all the ways to start mods via Steam.
Essential Tools
- M2TW Update 1.5, 1.3 & 1.2
- CA .cas exporter
- M2TW Docudemons
- Geomod A resource to start modding on a bare but fully functional mod of your own.
Modding Rome: Total War
Overview
The campaign map for RTW can be modified by altering .tga image files and text files. Unit recruitment, character traits, diplomacy and many other aspects can be modified by changing text files. Battlemap unit models and settlement structures require 3dsMax to edit.
Main Links
Recent/Important Modding Information
Essential Tools
- PAK Extractor (by Vercingetorix) to access RTW packed files.
- CAS Importer/exporter for 3ds max (by Vercingetorix) for 3D modelling.
- Photoshop DDS plugin - to open texture files.
