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AwakeMUD: a community-first Shadowrun game
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.
Opie: giving back to the MUD community
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
Held annually starting the 3rd Monday of September, Player Appreciation Week honors the players of text-based games and their communities.
Beginner’s guide to MUD soundpacks
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
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
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
Learn what passive-aggressive RP is, why it's so frustrating for many players, and what you can do about it in your game.
The Free Zone: inclusive RP culture by design
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 improve player retention in multi-user (MU*) text games: 15 tips
Learn how to calculate and track player retention in your multi-user (MU*) game, plus 15+ tips for getting players to return.
Ways to welcome and include new players
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.
Erotic roleplay (ERP) and consent in games: what you need to know
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.
Toxic gaming communities: how to identify and deal with toxic behavior
Learn what makes a game or gamer toxic, as well as tips for avoiding toxic gaming communities and handling toxic behavior.
How to market your text-based game
What does it take to successfully market your text-based game for free? Find out in this post, which includes accessibility tips and more.
5 Accessibility improvements in LOTJ MUD
Staffer and longtime friend Klor shares 5 recent accessibility improvements in LOTJ, a text-based multi-user game set in the Star Wars universe.
Accessibility in TTRPGs: how Wyrmworks Publishing makes tabletop gaming more inclusive
Learn how Dale of Wyrmworks Publishing is improving accessibility in TTRPGs and making tabletop games more inclusive and fun for all.
3 Accessibility features in Alter Epoch MU*
Niamh, implementor of Alter Epoch, shares her advice for improving accessibility in MUDs using practical tips and examples.
Gaming with partial sight: an interview with Aaron
Aaron shares his perspectives on gaming with partial sight and what he looks for in a MUD.
How to reward players for reporting typos
Mistakes can undermine the aesthetic of any game. Here are 5 reasons to reward players for reporting game typos.
What is metagaming in RP + 6 examples
What is metagaming in RP, and how do you know if it's bad? I break it down for you in this post with several examples.
25 essential multi-user (MU*) game terms and what they mean
Tired of sounding like a newb? Check out this list of essential MU* terms. You'll sound like a pro in no time.