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Last Update: 2023-07-06

Data Types Overview

Don't Starve Together uses a variety of data types for representing and manipulating game data. These data types can be classified into several categories:

Basic Types​

  • Number: Lua's numerical type, used for integers and floating-point values
  • String: Text data, often used for identifiers, names, and messages
  • Boolean: Logical true/false values
  • Function: Callable code blocks that can accept arguments and return values
  • nil: Represents the absence of a value

DST-Specific Types​

  • Vector: Represents 2D or 3D positions, directions, and velocities
  • Colour: Represents RGBA color values with components ranging from 0 to 1
  • Network Variables: Special variables used to synchronize data between server and client
  • Lua Table: The core data structure in Lua, used extensively throughout the DST API

Object References​

  • Entity: References to game entities like players, creatures, and items
  • Component: References to entity components that define behavior and properties
  • Instance: Generic references to instantiated game objects

Understanding these data types is essential for effectively working with the DST API and creating mods that interact with the game world.