Papyrus 2

Papyrus 2 refers, generally, to a presumed successor language to the original Papyrus scripting language used in Bethesda Softworks' Creation Engine. The Creation Engine is the game engine used in popular role-playing games such as The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4. While "Papyrus 2" is frequently mentioned by modders and within the broader modding community surrounding Bethesda games, its existence is largely unconfirmed and based on speculation or insider knowledge that has not been officially released by Bethesda.

The perceived need for Papyrus 2 stems from limitations and performance issues inherent in the original Papyrus scripting language. These include, but are not limited to, a virtual machine-based execution model that can contribute to lag, limited debugging tools, and certain constraints in handling complex game logic.

The rumored improvements associated with Papyrus 2 typically center around potential enhancements such as:

• Improved Performance: A more optimized scripting engine, potentially reducing or eliminating the performance bottlenecks associated with the original Papyrus. This could involve a move away from a strictly virtual machine-based system, or significant upgrades to the virtual machine itself.
• Enhanced Debugging Tools: More robust and user-friendly tools for identifying and resolving errors in scripts. This would greatly benefit mod developers, allowing them to create more complex and stable modifications.
• New Language Features: Additions to the language syntax and functionality, potentially enabling modders to create more sophisticated and ambitious mods. This might include features such as more advanced object-oriented programming capabilities, improved support for multithreading, and enhanced access to engine internals.

Despite widespread speculation and desire among modders, Bethesda has not officially confirmed the existence of Papyrus 2, nor have they publicly announced specific details about any planned improvements to their scripting system. Therefore, information about Papyrus 2 remains largely based on educated guesses and anecdotal evidence. Speculation about Papyrus 2 often arises in connection with new game releases using the Creation Engine or significant updates to existing games.

The significance of a potential Papyrus 2 lies in its potential to drastically improve the capabilities and stability of modding for Bethesda games, fostering greater creativity and innovation within the modding community.