It seems like you’re asking about Valve’s game engine tools, likely referring to Source Engine or Source 2 Engine tools used for game development. Here’s a breakdown of key tools associated with Valve’s engines:
1. Source Engine Tools (Legacy)
Valve’s original Source Engine (used in games like *Half-Life 2*, *Portal*, *Team Fortress 2*) included these key tools:
– Hammer Editor – The primary level design tool for creating maps.
– Faceposer – Used for facial animation and lip-syncing.
– Model Viewer (HLMV) – For viewing and compiling 3D models.
– Source SDK – Software Development Kit for modders.
– VConsole & Developer Console – Debugging and command-line tools.
2. Source 2 Engine Tools (Modern)
Valve’s newer Source 2 Engine (used in *Dota 2*, *Half-Life: Alyx*, *Counter-Strike 2*) includes updated tools:
– Hammer Editor (Source 2) – Improved level design tool with VR support.
– Material Editor – For creating shaders and materials.
– ModelDoc & Animation Editor – Advanced 3D model and animation tools.
– Panorama UI – A web-based UI system for menus/HUDs.
– Dota 2 Workshop Tools / CS2 Workshop Tools – For community content creation.
3. Steamworks & Other Valve Tools
– SteamVR Tools – For VR development in Source 2.
– Proton & VKD3D (Linux/Steam Deck support) – Compatibili
layers for running Windows games on Linux.
How to Access These Tools?
– Many are included with games like *Counter-Strike 2* or *Dota 2* via the Steam “Tools” section in your library.
– Some legacy Source SDK tools can be downloaded from Steam under “Tools.”
Would you like details on a specific tool or workflow?
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