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Mudlet connects users to text-based multiplayer games through a client for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
About Mudlet
Mudlet is a free, open-source client for playing MUDs, which are multiplayer real-time virtual worlds that are usually text-based. It runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux-based systems, including Chromebooks and Raspberry Pi.
It includes Lua scripting with a built-in editor, a 2D and 3D mapper with pathfinding, support for multiple simultaneous games, and tools to customize the interface and game data. It ships with configuration for 20+ MUDs and can connect to many others.
Key features
- Lua scripting with built-in script editor and API
- 2D and 3D mapper with built-in pathfinding
- Play multiple games simultaneously in one client
- Import and export profile data
- Support for various MUD protocols with secure connections
- In-app IRC client and Discord Rich Presence support
Best for: Players and creators of text-based MUD games who want scripting and interface customization on desktop.
Good for
- Free to download, modify, and extend as open-source software
- Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux-based systems including Chromebooks and Raspberry Pi
- Includes configuration for 20+ MUDs and can connect to many others
Mudlet at a glance
- Website
- mudlet.org
- Category
- Gaming › Browser Multiplayer Games
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Free
- Platforms
- Linux, macOS, Web, Windows
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Mudlet FAQ
What is Mudlet?
Mudlet is a platform for playing and enhancing gameplay primarily with MUDs. It provides a toolkit and protocol support so players can script parts of gameplay and customize game data, and creators can add visual features to text games.
What are MUDs?
MUDs are multiplayer real-time virtual worlds, usually text-based. Players read descriptions of rooms, objects, and actions and interact by typing commands that resemble natural language.
Does Mudlet come with pre-configured games?
Yes. Mudlet includes customization for 20+ MUD games and can play many more MUDs than those listed.
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