mapquery

mapquery is a command-line utility designed for querying and manipulating map files, particularly those used in game development. It allows users to extract information, modify data, and perform various operations on map formats that are not natively supported by standard tools. The primary function of mapquery revolves around its ability to parse and interpret the structure of these map files, exposing their contents in a more accessible and manageable way.

Typically, mapquery supports a range of common game map formats, enabling developers to inspect level geometry, entity placement, textures, and other critical map data. This capability is invaluable for debugging, content creation, and reverse engineering game levels. Users can often specify which parts of the map file they wish to query, such as listing all objects of a certain type or retrieving specific properties of an entity.

Beyond mere inspection, mapquery can also facilitate modifications to map files. This might include changing entity properties, adding or removing objects, or even performing batch updates across multiple map files. The utility often provides options to export the queried or modified data into different formats, allowing for interoperability with other tools or scripting languages. Its command-line interface makes it suitable for integration into automated build processes or custom workflows, enhancing the efficiency of game development pipelines.