Scripting

Scripting in Dota 2 is handled by the Lua programming language. Lua will be launched at run time when Dota 2 loads your add-on and can manipulate most facets of the game. Scripts can control the events that happen in game modes, game rules, abilities, hero interactions, neutrals , AI, and many more.

Getting Started

• Getting Started

Scripting Abilities

• Data Driven Abilities
• Scripting Abilities
• Modifier and Action list

Common Techniques

• Thinkers
• Console Commands
• Dedicated VConsole Log Viewer

Reference

• Dota 2 Scripting API
• Dota 2 Scripting Constants
• Dota 2 Built-In Engine Events (warning: many broken)
• Built-In Engine Events
• Built-In Ability Names
• Built-In Modifier Names
• Heroes Internal Names

Examples

• Simple trigger that calls Lua
• Data driven item that drops upon death

Lua Resources

• Official Lua Website