Text-based adventure games: from Zork to AI Dungeon
February 15, 2025
Learn about the history and evolution of text-based adventure games, from the classic Zork to the modern AI Dungeon platform.
ReadCategory: Ideas & Advice
Information useful to game creators, writers, roleplayers, and storytellers, including practical tips, ideas, and advice.
Draped in wealth: 10 luxury furs and leathers worn by the elite
July 29, 2024
A hand-picked list of luxury furs and leathers used throughout history. For writers and world-builders looking to craft wealthy characters and settings.
Crafting elegance: how luxury fabrics and textiles are made
July 29, 2024
Learn how luxury fabrics and textiles are made, including types of fibers and their sources. For writers and world-builders who like to dive into the details.
SysAdmin Day: celebrating the people who keep our favorite games running
July 26, 2024
Learn why SysAdmins are important for MU*s, plus ways to celebrate them on SysAdmin Day. Featuring quotes from Opie, Faraday, and Viriato.
MU* Accessibility Week: 6 ways to take part
May 16, 2024
It's MU* Accessibility Week! Whether you're a staffer or player, there are ways to get involved and make a difference. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
Helpfile Spring Cleaning: 10 ways to participate
March 21, 2024
It's Helpfile Spring Cleaning Week! Here are 10 ways that staff and players can get together to improve their favorite games.
Striking a balance: simulation vs. storytelling in text-based roleplaying games
March 20, 2024
Guest author Brandon Cross offers advice for MUD developers on how to use storytelling vs. simulation to create a more immersive game.
How game design drives investment, stakes, and conflict in roleplay-intensive (RPI) MUDs
February 12, 2024
Within the text-based gaming community, RPIs have a reputation for being toxic cesspools, but it doesn't have to be that way.
Data Privacy Week: 10 Tips for safer gaming
January 21, 2024
It's Data Privacy Week! Learn why you should care and what you can do to protect yourself and your communities online.
MU* Staff Appreciation Day: 9 ways to say thanks
December 1, 2023
December 1st is MU* Staff Appreciation Day! Don't forget to say thank you to the hard-working staffers who make your favorite pastime possible.
Celebrating International MUD Day: 8 Ideas
November 15, 2023
Learn what International MUD Day is and what it's all about. Plus, get ideas for celebrating the holiday with your friends.
Celebrating Player Appreciation Week in 2024
September 4, 2023
Held annually starting the 3rd Monday of September, Player Appreciation Week honors the players of text-based games and their communities.
How soundpacks elevate the MUD experience
August 26, 2023
What are MUD soundpacks and how do they enhance the experience for players? Find out in this beginner's guide.
The Gary Sue character type explained
June 23, 2023
Learn what a Gary Sue character is (with examples) and where the term "Gary Sue" comes from. Plus, get tips for adding depth to your own characters.
30+ Luxury fabrics for crafting wealthy characters: a guide for writers and world-builders
June 14, 2023
A detailed guide to luxury fabrics with tons of examples and ideas. Perfect for writers and world-builders looking for inspiration!