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Terrain Editor

2021-05-10T23:05:17Z

JasonSkillman:

The terrain previewer tool can be used to preview how a world will look using the provided property panel.

This tool can be found on the server by navigating to {{Key|WorldGenerator/Terrain Previewer}}. For version 9.4 and greater only.

[[File:Terrain_previewer.png|800px|none|Terrain_previewer]]

== The Viewer ==

The main viewer on the left shows the current preview of the world with the current settings. A biome legend is also shown adjacent to the terrain map. This should help give you a better idea on how your world will be generated before creating it.

[[File:Terrain previewer terrain map.png|400px|none]]

Other map layers can also be viewed by switching tabs on the top of the viewer. The three current maps you can view are {{Key|Terrain}}, {{Key|Height}}, and {{Key|Rivers & Lakes}}.

[[File:Terrain previewer height map.png|300px|none]]
[[File:Terrain previewer water map.png|300px|none]]

All images in the viewer can also be saved by right clicking on the map and selecting `Save`.

== Properties ==
The property panel can be found on the right-hand side and houses all the setting needed to change the terrain.

[[File:Terrain previewer properties.png|300px|none]]

This is where the world seed can be changed to get a different map layout. After changing the properties, you will have to update the viewer. You can do this by clicking the `Update Preview` button below the main viewer. The viewer will then process and load in the new map. To quickly change the world seed, you can press the {{Key|Randomize Seed}} button.

Note: You will have to wait until the new world has been created before viewing it. It is also recommended to wait until the world has finished before generating another one.

=== Reset to default settings ===
If you want to reset your terrain editor settings follow these steps.

# Close the server if it is running.
# Navigate to the {{Key|Configs}} folder and delete the {{Key|WorldGenerator.eco}} file.
# Restart the server.

== Creating a new world ==
These steps show you how to generate a new world based on the current world previewer settings.

# Set the world seed and any other properties/settings and make sure you are happy with the current preview.
# Click on the {{Key|Open Storage}} button to open {{Key|File Explorer}}. ''This is where the current server world is located.''
# Close the server instance. You will not be able to delete the current world while the server is running.
# Delete the current world files. Ex. {{Key|Game.eco}}, {{Key|Game.db}}, {{Key|Game-log.db}}
# Restart the server and the new world will be created based on the properties.

== Examples ==
Here are a few examples of worlds being created with this tool.

==== Seed: 814189664 ====

[[File:Terrain previewer 814189664 preview.png|300px|none]]
[[File:Terrain previewer 814189664 world.png|450px|none]]

==== Seed: 814189665 ====

[[File:Terrain previewer 814189665 preview.png|300px|none]]
[[File:Terrain previewer 814189665 world.png|450px|none]]

Server

2021-05-09T20:52:36Z

JasonSkillman: /* Guides */

[[File:Server_Console_0.7.0.4.jpg|Server console in Windows 10, Eco version 0.7.0.4|thumb|600px]]
A [[server]] is an [[Eco]] world that is generated by a local or remote computer. To play Eco, you must join a server or start your own. Each server is a distinct world.

Players can also configure a locally hosted server to be visible to the public on the in-game server browser. Even non-listed servers can also be found by players that know the server IP address and port.

Server administrators may configure various [[world]] attributes, such as the size of their world, rate of skill gain, and player starting conditions.

The Eco server can be run through Steam directly. Go to Library -> Tools -> Eco Server to download and launch the server. Note that the server is also included in the Steam client download, so players wishing to play single-player don't need to download the server separately.

Steam is not required to run an Eco server. The server can also be downloaded directly from the [https://play.eco Strange Loop Games website]

Since running an Eco server is demanding for computer hardware, and the server must always be running to be playable, many players choose to rent dedicated servers from hosting services.
== Server Browser ==
{{Main|Server Browser}}
An improved [[Server Browser]] was introduced in Eco Beta release 7. Clicking "New Game" in the main menu will bring it up. The browser allows players to select between several types of worlds, as well as browse all available servers.

Players can also choose to host solo or private worlds, though it is not recommended, especially for new players.
== Guides ==
* [[System Requirements]] for a server. (Located at the bottom of the page following the link)
* [[Setting Up a Server]] for a basic guide to downloading, running, and updating the server.
* [[Setting Up a Server (advanced)]] for a more detailed guide on server configuration and troubleshooting.
* [[Updating a Server]] for instructions on how to manually update a server and migrate a saved world.
* [[Server Management]] for a few basic management tips.
* [[Server Configuration]] for a guide to configuring and modding the server.
* [[Chat Commands]] for a list of admin-only commands that can be used in the game client.
* [[RCON]] for documentation on Eco's RCON support.
* [[Terrain Editor]] for documentation on how to use the server's Terrain Editor tool.
[[de:Server]]
[[Category: Guide Pages]]
[[Category: Server management| ]]

Terrain Editor

2021-05-09T20:51:31Z

JasonSkillman: /* Terrain Editor */

The terrain previewer tool can be used to preview how a world will look using the provided property panel.

This tool can be found on the server by navigating to {{Key|WorldGenerator/Terrain Previewer}}.

[[File:Terrain_previewer.png|800px|none|Terrain_previewer]]

== The Viewer ==

The main viewer on the left shows the current preview of the world with the current settings. A biome legend is also shown adjacent to the terrain map. This should help give you a better idea on how your world will be generated before creating it.

[[File:Terrain previewer terrain map.png|400px|none]]

Other map layers can also be viewed by switching tabs on the top of the viewer. The three current maps you can view are {{Key|Terrain}}, {{Key|Height}}, and {{Key|Rivers & Lakes}}.

[[File:Terrain previewer height map.png|300px|none]]
[[File:Terrain previewer water map.png|300px|none]]

All images in the viewer can also be saved by right clicking on the map and selecting `Save`.

== Properties ==
The property panel can be found on the right-hand side and houses all the setting needed to change the terrain.

[[File:Terrain previewer properties.png|300px|none]]

This is where the world seed can be changed to get a different map layout. After changing the properties, you will have to update the viewer. You can do this by clicking the `Update Preview` button below the main viewer. The viewer will then process and load in the new map. To quickly change the world seed, you can press the {{Key|Randomize Seed}} button.

Note: You will have to wait until the new world has been created before viewing it. It is also recommended to wait until the world has finished before generating another one.

=== Reset to default settings ===
If you want to reset your terrain editor settings follow these steps.

# Close the server if it is running.
# Navigate to the {{Key|Configs}} folder and delete the {{Key|WorldGenerator.eco}} file.
# Restart the server.

== Creating a new world ==
These steps show you how to generate a new world based on the current world previewer settings.

# Set the world seed and any other properties/settings and make sure you are happy with the current preview.
# Click on the {{Key|Open Storage}} button to open {{Key|File Explorer}}. ''This is where the current server world is located.''
# Close the server instance. You will not be able to delete the current world while the server is running.
# Delete the current world files. Ex. {{Key|Game.eco}}, {{Key|Game.db}}, {{Key|Game-log.db}}
# Restart the server and the new world will be created based on the properties.

== Examples ==
Here are a few examples of worlds being created with this tool.

==== Seed: 814189664 ====

[[File:Terrain previewer 814189664 preview.png|300px|none]]
[[File:Terrain previewer 814189664 world.png|450px|none]]

==== Seed: 814189665 ====

[[File:Terrain previewer 814189665 preview.png|300px|none]]
[[File:Terrain previewer 814189665 world.png|450px|none]]

Installing the ModKit

2021-04-15T18:08:59Z

JasonSkillman: Install the ModKit: Add Unity version info

== Get the ModKit ==
# Log in to play.eco
# If not already on account page, click your icon in the top right.
# Click on "ModKit" in the "Game Download section"
# Unzip the ModKit to a folder on your computer.
== Install the ModKit ==
# Check the ProjectVersion.txt file in the ModKit folder, you will need a version that matches the year and first number exactly, but matching or higher than the third is ok.
# Install Unity if necessary
# Create a new Unity project, selected "3D" as the template.
# Click on the "Assets" menu, then "Import Package", then "Custom Package...". Select EcoModKit.unitypackage in the ModKit folder and press "Open", then select "Import".
# Select the "Window" menu, then click "Open Package Manager". If in the top left it says "In Project", click it and select "Unity Registry". Select "Collections" from the list and then click "Install" down the bottom right.
## Unity 2019.x: If you don't see the "Collections" package then you will have to turn on "Preview packages". Look for the "Advanced" drop down button in the "Package manager" and check "Show preview packages".
## Unity 2020.x: In this version of Unity some packages are hidden entirely. You can install the package by clicking on the add(plus) button in the "package manager" windows and click "Add package from git URL". Next input "com.unity.collections" and click add.
# You are now ready to go!
[[Category: Modding]]

Installing the ModKit

2021-04-15T16:53:32Z

JasonSkillman:

== Get the ModKit ==
# Log in to play.eco
# If not already on account page, click your icon in the top right.
# Click on "ModKit" in the "Game Download section"
# Unzip the ModKit to a folder on your computer.

== Install the ModKit ==
# Check the ProjectVersion.txt file in the ModKit folder, you will need a version that matches the year and first number exactly, but matching or higher than the third is ok.
# Install Unity if necessary
# Create a new Unity project, selected "3D" as the template.
# Click on the "Assets" menu, then "Import Package", then "Custom Package...". Select EcoModKit.unitypackage in the ModKit folder and press "Open", then select "Import".
# Select the "Window" menu, then click "Open Package Manager". If in the top left it says "In Project", click it and select "Unity Registry". Select "Collections" from the list and then click "Install" down the bottom right. If you don't see the "Collections" package then you will have to turn on "Preview packages". Look for the "Advanced" drop down button in the "Package manager" and check "Show preview packages"
# You are now ready to go!
[[Category: Modding]]

Installing the ModKit

2021-04-15T16:41:21Z

JasonSkillman: Install the ModKit: Add "Show preview package" info.

== Get the ModKit ==
# Log in to play.eco
# If not already on account page, click your icon in the top right.
# Click on "ModKit" in the "Game Download section"
# Unzip the ModKit to a folder on your computer.

GitHub (Alternative)
# The ModKit may also be cloned/downloaded from GitHub https://github.com/StrangeLoopGames/EcoModKit
# Click the green "Code" button and copy the git URL.
# Clone the project using GitHub Desktop or any other git client.
== Install the ModKit ==
# Check the ProjectVersion.txt file in the ModKit folder, you will need a version that matches the year and first number exactly, but matching or higher than the third is ok.
# Install Unity if necessary
# Create a new Unity project, selected "3D" as the template.
# Click on the "Assets" menu, then "Import Package", then "Custom Package...". Select EcoModKit.unitypackage in the ModKit folder and press "Open", then select "Import".
# Select the "Window" menu, then click "Open Package Manager". If in the top left it says "In Project", click it and select "Unity Registry". Select "Collections" from the list and then click "Install" down the bottom right. If you don't see the "Collections" package then you will have to turn on "Preview packages". Look for the "Advanced" drop down button in the "Package manager" and check "Show preview packages"
# You are now ready to go!
[[Category: Modding]]

Installing the ModKit

2021-04-15T16:33:15Z

JasonSkillman: Get the ModKit: Update to add current GitHub link

== Get the ModKit ==
# Log in to play.eco
# If not already on account page, click your icon in the top right.
# Click on "ModKit" in the "Game Download section"
# Unzip the ModKit to a folder on your computer.

GitHub (Alternative)

# The ModKit may also be cloned/downloaded from GitHub https://github.com/StrangeLoopGames/EcoModKit
# Click the green "Code" button and copy the git URL.
# Clone the project using GitHub Desktop or any other git client.

== Install the ModKit ==
# Check the ProjectVersion.txt file in the ModKit folder, you will need a version that matches the year and first number exactly, but matching or higher than the third is ok.
# Install Unity if necessary
# Create a new Unity project, selected "3D" as the template.
# Click on the "Assets" menu, then "Import Package", then "Custom Package...". Select EcoModKit.unitypackage in the ModKit folder and press "Open", then select "Import".
# Select the "Window" menu, then click "Open Package Manager". If in the top left it says "In Project", click it and select "Unity Registry". Select "Collections" from the list and then click "Install" down the bottom right.
# You are now ready to go!
[[Category: Modding]]