Last Update: 2023-07-06
Localization in Don't Starve Together Mods
This section provides comprehensive guides and resources for implementing multilingual support in Don't Starve Together mods, allowing your creations to reach a global audience.
Why Localize Your Mod?
Localization offers several important benefits:
- Wider Audience: Reach players who don't speak your language
- Better User Experience: Native language support improves usability
- Community Engagement: Encourages international community contributions
- Workshop Visibility: Localized mods often receive more attention and subscriptions
Localization Components
The localization process involves several key components:
- Multilingual Support Implementation - Basic setup for supporting multiple languages
- String Table Management - Organizing and managing translatable text
- Font Handling - Supporting different character sets and writing systems
- Localization Best Practices - Guidelines for effective localization
- Testing Localized Content - Ensuring quality across all supported languages
Key Concepts
When localizing Don't Starve Together mods, you'll work with:
- String Tables: Collections of text strings organized by language
- Language Files: Separate files containing translations for each supported language
- Character Encoding: Proper encoding to support special characters and non-Latin scripts
- Font Assets: Custom fonts for languages with unique character requirements
- Fallback Mechanisms: Systems to handle missing translations
Getting Started
If you're new to localization, we recommend starting with the Multilingual Support Implementation guide, which walks through the basic setup process for adding language support to your mod.