# Game Talk **URL:** https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=154 [Latest](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/tags.md) **Page:** 155 --- ## [How do I turn off the debug readout?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-i-turn-off-the-debug-readout/18805)
**Author:** [@Invalid\_Username](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Invalid_Username)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2019, 5:27pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-i-turn-off-the-debug-readout/18805 "2019-02-15T17:27:41Z")
So, I’ve been using the cheat console quite a bit to modify my NPCs, in order to fix when they have multiple hairstyles/eye colors (Brown Hair 1, Brown Hair 3, Pink Beard, Green Eyes, Blue Eyes, etc.) all on the same cha… --- ## [How'd Your First Day Go?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/howd-your-first-day-go/18767)
**Author:** [@Heartwawy](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Heartwawy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2019, 11:49am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/howd-your-first-day-go/18767 "2019-02-15T11:49:47Z")
Title. Currently, Vashti Doran is doing pretty well so far. After a long and fruitless hunting trip, imagine her surprise when the shelter she usually passes was populated. Zachariah Griggs broke her the news: the world… --- ## [Scout vehicles construction](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/scout-vehicles-construction/18759)
**Author:** [@Damnit-Jenkins](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Damnit-Jenkins)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2019, 11:31am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/scout-vehicles-construction/18759 "2019-02-15T11:31:10Z")
Ive found a few electric scooters and ive been messing around with them, using them as scout vehicles. I just found out i can install a cargo space on them over the rear tire. How do i figure out if im making the scoote… --- ## [How to undo Craft \[s\]how/hide](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-undo-craft-s-how-hide/18794)
**Author:** [@kuros](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/kuros)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2019, 8:49am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-to-undo-craft-s-how-hide/18794 "2019-02-15T08:49:34Z")
I accidentally used the \[s\]how/hide command on the crafting menu and now I can’t find recipes for several objects that I use regularly. How do I reset the Craft list to include the items that were hidden? --- ## [How do you disable certain overmap terrain tiles?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-you-disable-certain-overmap-terrain-tiles/18793)
**Author:** [@Fool](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Fool)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2019, 6:42am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-do-you-disable-certain-overmap-terrain-tiles/18793 "2019-02-15T06:42:54Z")
I’m making a mod that takes place in a world where the Cataclysm never happens (no zombies or monsters) but robots take over Earth (essentially bootleg Terminator in CDDA). I want to remove all overmap tiles related to … --- ## [Sleeping inside tents doesn't work](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/sleeping-inside-tents-doesnt-work/17855)
**Author:** [@Serben](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Serben)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2019, 11:24pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/sleeping-inside-tents-doesnt-work/17855 "2019-02-14T23:24:40Z")
whenever i try to sleep in a tent or a shelter kit, my PC just tosses and turns until he starves to death. But if i step outside and sleep on the dirt, he falls asleep instantly. I’m just guessing here, but i think it mi… --- ## [Corrosive zombies blinding too often?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/corrosive-zombies-blinding-too-often/18774)
**Author:** [@Mantar](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Mantar)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2019, 9:29pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/corrosive-zombies-blinding-too-often/18774 "2019-02-14T21:29:51Z")
I had the most annoying time with some spitters late last night. My character had safety glasses on and a dodge of 4 and yet the spitters kept blinding her over, and over, and over. To the point that I’d get maybe one tu… --- ## [Refugee camp hostile bug : a rare case of bug](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/refugee-camp-hostile-bug-a-rare-case-of-bug/18789)
**Author:** [@Ricky\_Van](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Ricky_Van)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2019, 8:22pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/refugee-camp-hostile-bug-a-rare-case-of-bug/18789 "2019-02-14T20:22:38Z")
so in my CDDA experience, bugs is always be the most frequent thing i found because im always playing on latest experimental version. but what if the bugs found in the experimental were rare and only happens at random en… --- ## [Encountered some bug in experimental 8503](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/encountered-some-bug-in-experimental-8503/18727)
**Author:** [@Ricky\_Van](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Ricky_Van)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2019, 7:59pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/encountered-some-bug-in-experimental-8503/18727 "2019-02-14T19:59:56Z")
okay so first bug i found during my experimental 8503 gameplay is Refugee camp people become hostile, right as i enter the refugee camp the whole people who were supposed to stay at first room (waiting room) become hos… --- ## [A question of fridges](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-question-of-fridges/18787)
**Author:** [@Umbra.Animo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Umbra.Animo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2019, 4:37pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/a-question-of-fridges/18787 "2019-02-14T16:37:30Z")
So for a quick question on the fridge furniture. Note i do not mean the vehicle item but the Furniture you can drag around. and i mean both the normal fridge and the glass fridge. any way do they actually do anything to … --- ## [Rant about the difficulty and challenge](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/rant-about-the-difficulty-and-challenge/18695)
**Author:** [@Tripleight](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Tripleight)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2019, 4:15am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/rant-about-the-difficulty-and-challenge/18695 "2019-02-14T04:15:58Z")
Hey. Despite any criticism, keep in mind, that I believe this game is a gem. Otherwise I wouldn’t be posting anything. I play without mods, I like to keep the experience of the game as “vanilla” for many reasons that I … --- ## [New Building Idea: Nightclub/Infested Nightclub](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-building-idea-nightclub-infested-nightclub/18645)
**Author:** [@nameless\_survivor](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/nameless_survivor)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2019, 3:17am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/new-building-idea-nightclub-infested-nightclub/18645 "2019-02-14T03:17:01Z")
So, I’ve played several games which had some pretty epic fights that took place in a nightclub or similar establishment. Such a structure might be worthy of inclusion in CDDA. I was thinking they might spawn in cities o… --- ## [Pipe Bomb question](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/pipe-bomb-question/18778)
**Author:** [@Damnit-Jenkins](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Damnit-Jenkins)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2019, 11:03pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/pipe-bomb-question/18778 "2019-02-13T23:03:30Z")
So I made a pipebomb and tried to throw it at a horde of zombies. After several (save scum) deaths, I have succeeded in learning the following: Wield pipe bomb first, then activate it. Throw Pipe Bomb as far as you can… --- ## [The way to translate a mods](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-way-to-translate-a-mods/18739)
**Author:** [@Adevald](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Adevald)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2019, 3:01pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/the-way-to-translate-a-mods/18739 "2019-02-13T15:01:50Z")
Sup. Is anyone knows how to make a universal mod translition. So that the mod has several available languages ​​at once. Maybe from “.mo” files? I dunno. I try to seek code realization of that thing. --- ## [My multiplayer idea](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/my-multiplayer-idea/18761)
**Author:** [@Solomonome](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Solomonome)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2019, 2:50pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/my-multiplayer-idea/18761 "2019-02-13T14:50:31Z")
Hi there everyone, I’ve already seen people write about this, but I was wondering if it was ever going to happen. Will DDA ever have a multiplayer mode? I know it’s turn-based and the best way to do it was to send the … --- ## [Recipe for cured pelts in build ca. ~8500](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/recipe-for-cured-pelts-in-build-ca-8500/18763)
**Author:** [@EnDSchultz](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/EnDSchultz)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2019, 2:28pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/recipe-for-cured-pelts-in-build-ca-8500/18763 "2019-02-13T14:28:40Z")
Not sure if this should go in the garage or the drawing board, but I’m just curious as to the logic for why the Cured Pelt recipe now requires 50 units of pelt? I understand that since the butchery overhaul you don’t jus… --- ## [Running a lot of mods. Stat mutations are broken](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/running-a-lot-of-mods-stat-mutations-are-broken/18771)
**Author:** [@Heartwawy](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Heartwawy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2019, 5:15pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/running-a-lot-of-mods-stat-mutations-are-broken/18771 "2019-02-12T17:15:51Z")
So, I’m running Bright Nights, Cataclysm++, Arcana, PK’s, and a lot of different addition mods (ex. Medieval and Makeshift Items). When I mutate, I sometimes get Insanely Strong or Extremely Strong without the actual sta… --- ## [Driving without cruise control](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/driving-without-cruise-control/18768)
**Author:** [@MaxTKOA](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/MaxTKOA)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2019, 3:07am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/driving-without-cruise-control/18768 "2019-02-12T03:07:43Z")
I recently tried driving in an experimental that’s a few days old without cruise control, because I’ve been trying out different styles of driving. The main problem is acceleration. Most of the time, accelerating from 25… --- ## [PK's mod and blobs](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/pks-mod-and-blobs/18742)
**Author:** [@SmSkdm](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/SmSkdm)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2019, 1:11am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/pks-mod-and-blobs/18742 "2019-02-12T01:11:39Z")
Playing with latest experimental and Ascension mod. There are a significant amount of blobs in the city I am in. A slime pit was in my reality bubble when I entered the city, although now I’m out of it. I assume PK’s mo… --- ## [Safehouse randomly bursting into flames](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/safehouse-randomly-bursting-into-flames/18757)
**Author:** [@Ross\_Perot](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Ross_Perot)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2019, 10:16pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/safehouse-randomly-bursting-into-flames/18757 "2019-02-11T22:16:14Z")
Sleeping in the barracks of the military bunker, only to wake up to fire blazing all around the room and the roof collapsing in on me. The first time it happened, I thought maybe the fire had gotten out of its brazier a… --- ## [Driving causes crash?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/driving-causes-crash/18756)
**Author:** [@CardinalMecha](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/CardinalMecha)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2019, 8:38pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/driving-causes-crash/18756 "2019-02-11T20:38:57Z")
Sometimes I’m able to drive a good long while with no problems but randomly I try to drive again and the screen turns black as if it’s pitch black night and I can’t even see my character then the game crashes and gives t… --- ## [Fire extinguisher wont work](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fire-extinguisher-wont-work/18758)
**Author:** [@Hof1993](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Hof1993)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2019, 3:53pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/fire-extinguisher-wont-work/18758 "2019-02-11T15:53:45Z")
So my fire extinguisher won’t work at all. I activate it and point in the direction wanted but nothing. Not even a message. Help please. --- ## [How does Archery / Arrow damage work?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-does-archery-arrow-damage-work/18752)
**Author:** [@Damnit-Jenkins](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Damnit-Jenkins)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2019, 12:07pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/how-does-archery-arrow-damage-work/18752 "2019-02-11T12:07:35Z")
So I’ve been using a long bow and making different arrows. My archery skill is 4. I am rather confused about the arrows and the damage. The Wooden Arrow has a Damage 10, AP of 3, Range 7. A Heavy Fire-hardened Arrow has… --- ## [Negative Mutation Encumbrance](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/negative-mutation-encumbrance/18749)
**Author:** [@Anxiety](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Anxiety)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2019, 1:29am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/negative-mutation-encumbrance/18749 "2019-02-11T01:29:15Z")
I like to create small mods for my own use. Recently, I added an “Agile” mutation that adds -10 encumbrance to all body parts (using “encumbrance\_always”). In doing so, I discovered two problems: The encumbrance dis… --- ## [Furniture packing](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/furniture-packing/18737)
**Author:** [@Umbra.Animo](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Umbra.Animo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2019, 2:16pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/furniture-packing/18737 "2019-02-10T14:16:40Z")
So how does the ability of “pack” furniture. this is mostly turning a draggable furniture in to a item so you can bring them up floors they would still be very heavy and have no logical way to store them its just somethi… --- ## [What is the "best" crossbow?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-is-the-best-crossbow/18515)
**Author:** [@kuros](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/kuros)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2019, 2:14pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/what-is-the-best-crossbow/18515 "2019-02-10T14:14:24Z")
Inspired by a similar thread, I was wondering if anyone has done any comparisons between crossbows, and the various mods they can support. I feel like the utility of crossbows in training up Pistols or Rifles is also wo… --- ## [Unable to open safes](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/unable-to-open-safes/18745)
**Author:** [@FurryDegenerate](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/FurryDegenerate)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2019, 1:35pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/unable-to-open-safes/18745 "2019-02-10T13:35:27Z")
Whenever I use the stethoscope to open a safe, the game says the lock on the safe opens. When I examine the safe, no items are there and it says the safe is firmly sealed. --- ## [Can I use LUA to actively replace an item with another?](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/can-i-use-lua-to-actively-replace-an-item-with-another/18673)
**Author:** [@DeWolf](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/DeWolf)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2019, 2:57am UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/can-i-use-lua-to-actively-replace-an-item-with-another/18673 "2019-02-10T02:57:06Z")
Is there a way to use a LUA to make a mod that automatically replaces all instances of an item in the world it is used in with a different item? --- ## [Cataclysm University - A new player resource](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cataclysm-university-a-new-player-resource/14844)
**Author:** [@Vormithrax](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Vormithrax)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2019, 8:00pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/cataclysm-university-a-new-player-resource/14844 "2019-02-09T20:00:10Z")
A Youtube series (26 courses currently) designed to help new players learn about the game and overcome the initial learning cliff. It contains a series of short informative videos that each address a speci… --- ## [NPC Social Experiment](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npc-social-experiment/18738)
**Author:** [@Fool](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/u/Fool)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2019, 7:32pm UTC](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/t/npc-social-experiment/18738 "2019-02-09T19:32:59Z")
I’m currently creating a mod on the stable version and I was testing it out. I got bored. Decided to spawn a bunch of NPCs near a small town after killing all the zombies in the little town. It got out of hand REALLY fas… [Previous page](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=153) [Next page](https://discourse.cataclysmdda.org/c/game-talk/27.md?page=155)