Can't find Dialogic (DialogicClass.gd) node/file

[freddiearms]

The problem

Describe the bug I can't find the node to create which allows me to pick which timeline I want to appear first (Dialogic (DialogicClass.gd) it should be called - or something similar. I've finished my project and I would like to export it etc. But to do that I need to create that node apparently - and I can't find the node. I believe it should be called something like 'Dialogic (DialogicClass.gd'

To Reproduce Steps to reproduce the behavior:

1. Go to 'Create New Node'
2. There should be something called 'Dialogic (DialogicClass.gd)' which is what I think I need, but there isn't.

Expected behavior I expected to find the node/file, and then select which timeline I want to appear first in the game but I can't find it.

Screenshots

System (please complete the following information):

• OS: Windows 11
• Godot Version: 4.1.3.stable
• Dialogic Version: 2.0

[CakeVR]

Have you taken a look at the introduction? https://dialogic-docs.coppolaemilio.com/documentation/getting-started/

[freddiearms]

Have you taken a look at the introduction? https://dialogic-docs.coppolaemilio.com/documentation/getting-started/

Thanks, I've had a look - however it doesn't say the names of the nodes which I should add or provide an in-depth tutorial. Is there anything which can provide more specific information?

[CakeVR]

Thanks, I've had a look - however it doesn't say the names of the nodes which I should add or provide an in-depth tutorial. Is there anything which can provide more specific information?

All you need is your own script and call the referenced method in that Getting Started page: Dialogic.start

Dialogic is set up as an autoload, it will attach the needed logic to the current scene automatically before anything happens.

[Jowan-Spooner]

@freddiearms I'm not sure if you've used 1.x previously or just got confused by some 1.x documentation. However as CakeVR said in dialogic 2 there is no node you add to start dialog, instead it's done via code. A good code example for that is in the gettings started documentation.

To make sure this happens as soon as you start the game you just put the call in the ready function of your main scenes script. You can set the main scene in the project settings or by right clicking the scene file in the file system dock.

[freddiearms]

I understand a bit more now, however my bad coding/computer skills is still holding me back. I'll pay someone £30 ($37) if they can fix my project to make it export and work properly. I've done all the work, all I need is someone to tell me what exactly to do now (eg. what code to add to which script and if I need to do anything else what that is etc.)

Also, I seem to have accidentally added 2 scripts (which have code in them) called DialogicUtil.gd and BranchEnd.gd when trying to run the project because, when prompted to select a main scene on trying to run the project (because one was not set), I foolishly blindly selected some random file called BranchEnd.gd in the events folder of Dialogic. I need someone to let me know if and how I need to delete that DialogicUtil.gd script. I don't know what the hell I've done with my project and really need help lol.

[CakeVR]

I recommend to create a new scene from scratch. Attach a script to the root node, inside the _ready function, load your timeline with the aforementioned Dialogic.start.

You can change your main scene in the project settings:

[freddiearms]

I did that, but again, I don't know what type of node to add to the main scene - so because I don't know what to add I added a random node (CustomEventConverter) and attached the dialogic script (with this code included in the script as well as the other stuff: func _ready():

Load the Dialogic timeline

Dialogic.start('timeline 1')

When I ran the project, unsurprisingly, it gave me an error saying instance_create: Script inherits from native type 'Resource', so it can't be assigned to an object of type 'Node'.

So I need help with what type of node to add to the main scene etc.

[CakeVR]

What do you mean by adding to the main scene? I do not recommend to attach any random nodes to your scene, it's just asking for trouble. Just a simple Node.

When you create a new scene, you already have a root node and you attach your own new script to it. You need no Dialogic nodes at all, they are used internally in the Dialogic layouts.

[freddiearms]

When I create a new scene though, I don't get a root node. Instead, I have to create either a 2d, 3d, user interface or other node.

This is where I don't know what to do.

[CakeVR]

If you make a 2D game, simply click 2D Scene, it will create the root accordingly and then you can attach your own script. I recommend to learn a bit more about Godot's basics.

[freddiearms]

I clicked 2D Scene, and added my script - which was the script created by Dialogic after I simply created my timelines. However, when I tried to run the project it gave this error.

Do you see the problem now?

[CakeVR]

Do not attach any scripts by Dialogic, you must create your own GDScript file for this.

Right-click the node and select "Attach Script". Now, select some path where you want your scripts to be stored and decide on the name.

[freddiearms]

Ohh, thank you so much for your help. Sorry for the confusion. I did what you said and everything works perfectly now.

Thank you.