ALPACA, short for "A Library for Point And Click Adventures", is a versatile game engine designed specifically for creating adventure games and interactive comics. Built with C++, ALPACA supports easy scripting through Lua, allowing developers to bring their imaginative projects to life seamlessly.

Key Features

• User-Friendly Interface: Designed with usability in mind, making game development accessible to all.
• Gif Recording Capability: Capture gameplay moments with the integrated gif recording feature.
• Node-Based Dialog Editor: Utilize a visual dialog editor for intricate storylines.
• Integrated Dialog Engine: Manage dialog effortlessly with built-in tools.
• PDF Export for Voice Actors: Facilitate voiceover work with easy exports for voice actors.
• 2D Bone Animations via Spine: Create dynamic animations using 2D bone technology.
• Event Handling via Animation: Enhance gameplay experience with events triggered by animations.
• True Multi-Platform Support: Deploy games across various platforms including PC, Mac, iOS, Android, and gaming consoles using JNGL.
• Real-time Hot Reload Feature: See changes live without restarting the game.
• Comprehensive Input Support: Compatible with mouse, controller, and touch inputs.
• A Navigation System:* Implement efficient pathfinding with the A* navigation algorithm.
• Easy Scripting with Lua: Write game logic using the Lua scripting language.
• Automatic Save Game Management: Simplify user experience with automatic save handling.
• Automated Testing: Ensure game stability with automatic game testing using AI.
• Efficient Build via GitLab CI: Utilize continuous integration for streamlined development.

Essential Tools for ALPACA Development

ALPACA is powered by an array of tools that enhance its capabilities:

• Spine: Used for graphic assets and animations.
• JNGL: The cross-platform game library enabling diverse platform support.
• Schnack: A node-based dialog editor facilitating story design.
• Rhubarb: Generates lip sync data from audio files.
• Lua: The powerful scripting language for game logic.

All these tools are seamlessly integrated through a Python asset pipeline, equipped with file watchers for rapid changes during development.

Resources and Examples

• Demo Project Example: Explore an interactive demo showcasing the capabilities of ALPACA.
• View the complete project setup and Lua interface documentation for further insights.

Experience the future of adventure game development with ALPACA, combining cutting-edge technology with an intuitive approach to game design.