Looking for a flexible OTS engine for heavy modification and custom content (Tibia 7.8 - 8.6)

[oeakd12e]

Hi, I have a question and need your help choosing a flexible OTS engine that is easy to modify. I’m mainly interested in older Tibia versions, preferably Tibia 7.8, or possibly 8.0-8.6.

Some time ago I set up an offline OTS just to have some nostalgic fun with my 10 years old son. At first, it was just to relive old memories, but I started tweaking things to make it more exciting for him. I added simple scripts, like different buffs from eating specific foods, new rare kinds of fishes when fishing, and new NPC quests that send you exploring the map for unique rewards. I also created new alternate vocations based on the standard ones, and so on.

I'm enjoying playing a game I loved over 20 years ago, while my son gets to explore unknown areas, face surprises, and experience some of that "hardcore" feeling—losing a backpack or stats on death, and getting a dopamine kick from lucky loot drops.

Honestly, I've gotten hooked on scripting new features, but I've hit some limitations with the engine I’m using (TFS 1.2). For example, I’m missing a damage tracking feature for characters (I need this for real shared exp). As I add more scripts, my ideas are getting more advance. Many would require interface changes, like adding a quest tracker and a journal for tracking progress.

I'd also love to create new inventory slots for "custom" accessories and a varied summons system with a simple passive skill tree affecting your summons. These are little ideas, but overall, my goal is to blend the classic Tibia feel with features from more modern games.

Since I code for a living, LUA scripting isn’t a problem, but I have no experience with heavy OTS modification. That’s why I’m looking for recommendations for the most flexible OTS engine, so I can keep experimenting and build a kind of “sandbox” for my son to enjoy.

Can you recommend an engine that best fits my needs? I’d prefer something stable and not too buggy—I don’t want to spend my time fixing old issues, but would rather expand the OTS. Is there any chance to find something like that for free? Or are these engines usually paid?

I'd really appreciate any help!

 

[Azakelis]

hi,
doesn't exist
u just gotta do the work

 

[Extrodus]

@oeakd12e
I absolutely love what you're doing for your son, and with a baby boy on the way in less than a month myself - I hope to experience even 50% of what you are living right now with yours. Keep up it up, its truly admirable!

Alright, this is OTLand; enough of the sensitive stuff - honestly if I were you I'd probably branch from TFS 1.2 over to Downgraded TFS 1.5; you can find it here originally done by Nekiro (GitHub - nekiro/TFS-1.5-Downgrades: Alternative forgottenserver versions for older protocols support (https://github.com/nekiro/TFS-1.5-Downgrades)) or alternatively, you can use the one Sarah Wesker has been modifying (GitHub - MillhioreBT/forgottenserver-downgrade: TFS Downgrade 1.5+ is an engine based on nekiro downgrade but highly updated with current tfs code, it also has the lua modules divided and uses lua5.4 (https://github.com/MillhioreBT/forgottenserver-downgrade)) however it does look like they've only stuck with 8.6, while Nekiro's offers 7.72 which seems to be more what you're aiming for and trust me, nostalgia all the way for the little man if you can! Im planning to develop a 7.4 server soon that I'd love mine to play one day before experiencing any other versions.

With something like the Nekiro downgrade, you're free to start using OTClientv8 (GitHub - OTCv8/otclientv8: Clean, ready to use version of OTClientV8 - Alternative, highly optimized Tibia client (https://github.com/OTCv8/otclientv8)) where you could explore creating your new inventory slots, skill tree, quest tracker/journal. Hopefully these resources allow you to build something you can watch your son enjoy! I should also note, if you're working in TFS 1.2 right now; most of your files should work in 1.5 with some minor adjustments.


@Azakelis

 

[oeakd12e]

@Extrodus Thank you!
I checked out the OTS engines you recommended. I haven’t done anything in that area yet, but I’ll try switching to the Downgraded TFS 1.5.


However, I’ve already taken a look at the OTClientv8 you suggested, and I’m really impressed that something like this even exists. The level of customization this game client offers is incredible. For now, I’m just playing around with it and trying to understand how to work with it. Later, I’ll try to integrate it with my OTS so that it supports the new game client interface.


P.S. Thanks for the kind words at the beginning And since your babyboy is already on the way, I wish you all the best. Having a son is a huge joy. Though before he starts playing Tibia, you’ll have to get through the diaper-changing phase first Good luck!

 

[fridai]

1.4.2, downgrade graphics yourself, 1.5 nekiro downgrades cut out content for cipsoft compatibility. If you later plan on bringing all that custom content back then you're just adding yourself a lot of work for no reason.