🎮 How Do I Play?
Getting started with Mystavaria.
Mystavaria is currently in pre-alpha development, with plans to enter open testing in the second half of 2025. We're hard at work building a world worth exploring — but as soon as Mystavaria goes live, you'll be able to play either directly in your web browser or using a traditional MUD client.
🔗 How to Connect (once live)
You'll be able to play Mystavaria in two ways:
Option 1: Web Browser
- Simply click "Play Now."
- No download or setup required.
Option 2: MUD Client
- Connect using your favorite MUD client.
- Server: www.mystavaria.com
- Port: 4000
⚙ Recommended Clients & Setup
We recommend using a MUD client for the best experience. MUD clients offer:
- Custom colours and fonts for easier reading
- Macros, aliases, and triggers to speed up play
- Plugin support for automapping, logs, or quality-of-life tools
Our current client recommendation is MUSHclient, but Mystavaria is also compatible with Mudlet, TinTin++, and even zMUD (amongst many more).
🖥️ Note: Developing a custom MUSHclient plugin for Mystavaria that will make setup even easier, with hotkeys, map, and UI improvements is on our future roadmap, but will not be available during the alpha phase. More on that to come soon!
📱 Playing on mobile?
Due to limited screen space, lack of keyboard shortcuts, and fewer quality client options, MUDs aren't always easy to navigate on mobile and it can make for a clunky experience. That said, it is still possible!
On Android, Fado is lightweight and simple, while Blowtorch offers more features (though you'll need to install it manually).
iOS options are limited, but it may be worth keeping an eye on the comments of this article as a new client called MUDslide has just entered testing.
💬 Have Questions or Feedback?
We're always happy to hear feedback, answer questions, help you set up your client, or just chat while we build the world.