AwakeMUD: a community-first Shadowrun game
October 28, 2023
Learn how AwakeMUD CE earned the "CE" in its name, what that two-letter acronym stands for, and what it means to its creators and staff.
Tag: MU*s (Page 3)
Everything to do with the genre of multi-user dungeons (MUDs), including articles and advice specific to different styles of MU* games.
Opie: giving back to the MUD community
September 23, 2023
Opie, long-time pillar of the MUD community, talks about his free hosting service, how running a MUD can help you get a job, and more.
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.
Mystavaria MUD: a world of dreams and magic in the making
July 14, 2023
Creators Alora and Aion share their experiences developing Mystavaria, a new fantasy MUD that features dream magic.
Mudlet’s accessibility updates: an interview with Vadi
May 7, 2023
Vadi, creator of the popular open-source MUD client Mudlet, talks about the latest accessibility updates and where Mudlet is headed next.
What is passive-aggressive RP + 5 examples
April 11, 2023
Learn what passive-aggressive RP is, why it's so frustrating for many players, and what you can do about it in your game.
How to create a style guide for your MU*
April 3, 2023
Learn how to create a Builder's Style Guide for your multi-user dungeon (MUD), including what should go in it and where it should live.
The Free Zone: inclusive RP culture by design
February 8, 2023
Ash and Famine introduce their new MUD, The Free Zone, and discuss some of the changes they made to create a more inclusive, welcoming RPI.
How to measure player activity in text games
January 18, 2023
Learn tips for asking the right questions and steering clear of common pitfalls when measuring player activity.
How to improve player retention in multi-user (MU*) games: 15 tips for game designers
January 8, 2023
Learn how to calculate and track player retention in your multi-user (MU*) game, plus 15+ tips for getting players to return.
Alter Aeon MUD: 25+ years of adventure
October 23, 2022
Learn about Alter Aeon MUD from Shadowfax, a senior staff member - including how the game got started, tips for other game creators, and more!
Ways to welcome and include new players in your MUD
September 30, 2022
Looking for more ways to welcome and include new players? In this post, fellow roleplayer Petal shares her 11 tips for oldbies in RP MUDs.
Beginner’s guide to roleplaying with text
September 14, 2022
Learn the basics of roleplaying online in this beginner's guide to RP, including essential terms and concepts, how to stay in character, and more.
Erotic roleplay (ERP) and consent in games
September 8, 2022
What is erotic roleplay (ERP)? This post covers what you need to know about ERP and consent in text-based games, plus advice for game admins and staff.