When can I play?
Scriptlands is in development for Windows, macOS and Linux. There is no announced release date or public download here yet. See release notes for playtest status.
SUPPORT & FAQ
Answers to common questions. Scriptlands is in development; contact details for help and bug reports will be posted here with the store page.
Do I need to know how to code?
No. You start by surviving and building by hand, and your first coding lessons use a starter turtle. The game teaches the rest a piece at a time.
Is it real Python?
Yes: a subset of Python 3, run by the game's own interpreter. What you learn carries over to Python on a computer. See how it differs.
Can I play with friends?
Yes. Host a world or use a dedicated server. Direct connections and Steam relay integration are implemented in development. The host runs the world and scripts; players need matching compatible versions.
Does it need the internet?
No. Single player works offline, and co-op works over a local network too.
Where are my worlds saved?
On your PC, in %USERPROFILE%\AppData\LocalLow\scriptlands\Scriptlands\worlds. On Windows, this is the default location. You can also use Load World → Open folder. Stop the world before copying its complete folder as a backup.
My script stopped: "out of ops"
Each run has a budget of operations. Check for a loop that does more than it needs to, or move the work into an event handler (T6). A machine’s installed processor sets its budget; syntax research is separate.
Will I lose my code?
Machines keep their scripts in the world save. A turtle you pick up keeps its script, tools and items.
What age is it for?
It's designed for players 12 and up, and for adults who want a factory game with real depth.
Mac, Linux or consoles?
Windows x86-64, macOS for Intel and Apple Silicon, and Linux x86-64 are the approved desktop targets. Console, mobile and VR releases have not been announced.