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RankTop MUD SitesHits InHits Out
1 Big enough to have a community, small enough to still care. Constant innovation. Detailed and extensive academy. Real-time overhead map, realistic world, hundreds of players online, countless features, pure and simple fun. Also, no player wipes, ever. 870,202 434,598
2 Rated #1 MUD in the world by Total Gaming PC magazine. 100+ players online, 17 classes from Blademaster to Serpentlord, great documentation, friendly full-time staff. Become a Dragon, lead a city-state, run a mining empire, or dive into our epic PvP! 701,125 288,570
3 Rated #1 non-commercial MUD in the world by Total PC Gaming magazine. Discworld combines the richness of Pratchett's novels with a deeply detailed game world. Under constant development since 1992 - like a fine wine, we've only gotten better with age. 298,895 105,604
4 "Threshold might be an old-fashioned text-based MUD, but it emphasizes roleplaying and story and boasts fervent players." -Computer Games Magazine. Over 23 years in operation and free to play. Join us! 228,314 156,536
5 Adventure, politics and war await you in this life of swords, sorcery, deception, and honor. With 17 diverse, balanced classes, 250+ unique areas, deep RP, limited items, and XP-based PK, we've expanded, adapted, and improved for 20+ years. 100% free! 223,619 107,418
6 An ancient evil has corrupted much of the land and people, making Lusternia a broken and perilous place. This multi-planar realm sees factions struggle to amass reservoirs of magical energy simply to survive. Hundreds of quests, endless opportunity. 204,339 64,710
7 Darkness shrouds the world of Aetolia as elder gods rise from unearthly prisons! Join us in an eternal struggle between the forces of undeath and mortals. Complex PvP, a mature roleplaying environment, intricate crafting, and multiclassing! Free to play! 200,061 67,599
8 Zalanthas: a harsh low-technology desert where settlements and shelter are few and far between, and once you're within the walls, you may not actually be any safer. Over two decades old, this Roleplay Intensive MUD is free to play. New website! 198,131 87,794
9 The age of the gods is over; the age of mortals has arrived. Blood and death wash the land as mortal factions war and foul creatures roam unopposed. Some are content with mediocrity, but will you be the hero Imperian needs? 189,541 72,167
10 Realms of Despair is the ever growing home of the SMAUG codebase. Completely free, RoD offers over 150 original, unique areas and offers rp, pk, a multitude of guilds, orders, clans, sects, and nation based organizations. RoD has something for everyone. 166,434 87,126
11 Demanding roleplay, strong guilds, advanced economics, deadly politics, and in depth religion. Unique ships offering weapons, pirates, whaling, and deep sea fishing. Join a merchant caravan, a sea armada, or tip an ale in the tavern in our FREE World! 122,988 89,744
12 Always free! 25 years of world-building to explore; fantasy/medieval theme, 5 races, 8 guilds, 11 classes - one brand new this year! Opportunities to learn & join in game development. Friendly active playerbase, careful game balance and rule of law. 121,656 54,155
13 Free & online since 1993, WOTmud is a *remarkably* complex, challenging and immersive MUD, set in Robert Jordan's fantasy "Wheel of Time" universe. The PK is fierce, and roleplay is as realistic and exciting as possible. Try us out today! 121,070 49,054
14 AVATAR Mud has many diverse races and classes to choose from, with numerous remort options available.  Our family-friendly environment will emerge you into a fantasy-filled world full of new friends and quests to join you on your journey! Free to play! 119,764 71,442
15 Immerse yourself in The Eternal-City, the best Roman fantasy RPG on the net. With a vast array of skillsets, an unparalleled combat system, incredible role-playing opportunities and more. Free to play. Role-play is mandatory. 112,683 53,208
16 Where Roleplay and Tactics Collide! Roleplay required, roleplay rewarded. Unique quests, enormous map and one-of-a-kind areas. No global channels. Free to play for 15 years. Website help and forums available. 103,241 47,567
17 Played by thousands of people worldwide, GemStone IV is the largest and longest running massively multiplayer text-based game ever. Experience our rich roleplaying environment and exciting combat, profession, and magic systems for yourself! Now with F2P! 93,631 36,306
18 Join the battle for Mirkwood in the years before the Battle of Five Armies! Come live in Tolkien's Middle-earth in a professional-quality, elaborately-crafted RPI MUD. Free. 92,486 41,037
19 The vast wilderness of Alyria beckons! Seafaring, PvP, religions, player-run shops, player-built houses and clan-halls. Overhead map and compass. Hundreds of bosses challenge you, with thousands of quests - entirely free! Sight-impaired friendly. 89,147 58,788
20 Updated Oct/2020! We got active userbase even in 2020. It's free. It's advanced. It's unique. Huge, all original world with a line-of-sight world map. Simply said, it's probably the coolest dungeon on the net. 87,184 40,923
21 Official MUD based on the bestselling books by Raymond Feist. Tensions between the elves and men have never been higher, as each struggles for survival in the wake of war and demonic incursions. PvP, custom crafting system, admin-led events, free-to-play! 82,323 23,837
22 Founded in 1990, BatMUD is the leading LPMUD on the Internet. A fantasy/medieval themed, lasting experience with an incredibly rich Realm. Also offers a highly customizable game client. Play for free w/ hundreds of others on-line. Constantly developed. 79,542 24,002
23 A vast, detailed fantasy world where playerkilling is encouraged, roleplay is a requirement. Battle between heroes of Law and Chaos, Good and Evil, rages throughout the night. Experience the whirlwind! All 100% FREE! 78,056 26,762
24 A free, high quality PK/RP mud catering to people looking for higher standard PK and RP environment. Try us out via a custom client available on our webpage - no download required. 75,858 32,699
25 Warrior, Mage, Farmer, Blacksmith, Thief, Assassin, Guildmaster, Noble - Forge your Destiny in the lands of Ferdarchi. Skill-based, classless, levelless with an extensive crafting system. Est. 1991 with an active coding staff. 100% Original & Free 61,609 24,305
26 Experience the Wheel of Time world in a whole new way: in an Age ravaged by the Last Battle. The time lace has been broken, the barrier between dream and reality shattered. Weaves. Clans. Crafting. Huge World. 57,140 33,521
27 Xyllomer offers a huge and complex player-governed world in an original fantasy setting. Roleplay is strongly emphasized. It is entirely up to you if you partake in the constant struggle of the 'good' vs. the 'dark' side. It's free to play! 51,261 18,436
28 The most complex and highly-developed MUD, evolving since 1996. Advanced combat, magic, & skill systems, unique guilds & races. Craft gear, open a shop, own a home, explore for hours. Hundreds playing in a rich world. Now with F2P! 51,193 32,551
29 Rich in detail and with realistic game play, Geas is the MUD that you have been looking for. Featuring a classless, level-less system, a world which has been created from scratch and an unparalleled combat system. Roleplay is mandatory and enforced. 51,046 33,683
30 Merentha is a world full of adventure and fun. Sail the seas, soar through the sky, discover our world. Merentha isn't just a game, it's an experience. Come play with us, it's your adventure 50,846 32,654
31 You awaken, dressed in linen wrappings and bereft of memory. It is a Castle split in twain, a home to ancient peoples, a place of new opportunity. Mystery, romance, chivalry, fantasy, and intrigue combine in the story of Castle Marrach. 45,295 13,336
32 Think you're smart? Then try the many challenges 4 Dimensions offers. A Mud where success is not determined on your RL wallet or how much time you spend bashing mobs. The players that really get to the top in 4D are the ones who like to use their heads. 44,093 26,760
33 3 lines of text simply can’t do it justice. If interested, come log on, join the world of characters and immerse yourself in what Feudal Realms has to offer, including expanded races and classes, and a huge all-original world. 100% Free! 39,092 33,714
34 Welcome to a world where a time-honored cliché of weapons and warlocks is enhanced by wit and humor. With a good deal of home-made coding and a fine blend of new and stock rooms, DM creates an atmosphere perfect for almost any mudder with a taste for fun. 38,097 21,355
35 Set in the expansive world of Thrael, Unwritten Legends is a text-based multiplayer role-playing game of epic proportions. Live the fantasy! 37,116 14,850
36 Continuing the tradition of the Sojourn family of MUDs, Toril features a richly detailed and completely original Forgotten Realms based world. Join the ranks of Sojourners today to discover the unsurpassed gameplay waiting for you on TorilMUD. 37,068 15,662
37 Celebrate our 15th Anniversary! Join a world rich in history, exploding with quality RP and a thriving, friendly community and staff. Play a Dragon! Enter a land where you make a difference and your imagination is your only limitation. 36,344 27,400
38 A highly social/political, anthro role-playing game. Many races and cultures. Set during a renaissance - muskets, magic and science! Become involved as noble houses vie for control and guilds strive for power. Which side will you take? Free trial. 34,939 6,920
39 Jointhesaga.com now offers an RP mentoring program, with three themes including classic OtherSpace, the fantasy of Chiaroscuro, and Florida weird of Knee Deep. 33,463 17,496
40 A subtly gothic theme with evocative descriptions and a skill-based, classless system. Crafted with realism for a strictly in character audience. Friendly OOC community & Free since '96. 32,610 15,480
41 Harshlands invites you to live on the isle of Hârn. A free, role-play required MUD, gritty medieval, low fantasy world based on N. R. Crossby's Hârnworld. Feudal and Republic governments nestled in an isle of intrigue. 31,947 12,087
42 Since 1994, thousands of people have found high adventure in Tolkien's world at the award-winning The Two Towers MUD. Battle fierce enemies, go on dangerous quests, and make friends and meet new people in this rich, dynamic world. Free to play! 31,895 11,606
43 Free *graphical* client with real-time overhead map. 530+ skills/spells, 396+ quests, 120+ classes, 70+ races, huge world that suggests areas based on your power. Quest progress tracked. Morality system based on your decisions. Unique Player Crafting. 31,397 22,552
44 60+ races, 20+ guilds, 6 worlds, plenty of attitude! Open since 1994, we've got it all, from Mages to Monks, Dragons to Dragonslayers, Fighters to Fallen! 27,657 10,850
45 Rumors abound of dragons and wyverns across Archai, a medieval world of six elemental deities including Light and Shadow. Featuring a unique merchant system, politics, PvP tournaments, and crafting in a rich, role-play enforced environment. Free to play! 26,939 16,160
46 Serious code supported RPG set in the dark future (+85 years) of a city in a geodesic dome. Heavy influences from popular sci-fi movies and novels. Friendly player base and helpful staff. Excellent webclient, no plugins required. 26,812 17,221
47 Will you serve the Empire or will you save the crumbling Republic? Dark Forces are approaching. 26,320 10,194
48 Welcome friend! Come immerse yourself in one of the largest and most advanced online games in existence. With over 500 areas, a plethora of quests to choose from and many incredibly themed guilds, 3Kingdoms offers you endless worlds of adventure! 23,487 9,408
49 Completely free, totally addictive! Large original world with an overhead map. Newbie friendly. Active Admins. Multi-tier clan system. Restricted PK. Custom multiclass system with unlimited character development. Ships, 5 continents and built-in triggers! 23,466 13,859
50 A world of high fantasy where light and darkness vie for supremacy beneath the vigilant watch of the Empire. 3 cities. 15 races. 37 guilds. Ongoing plot lines and weekly GM-run quests, their courses determined by you. Roleplay intensive. Free play. 23,434 13,161
51 Experience the religiously torn land of Tharel! Enjoy roleplay supported optional pk, exploration bonuses, 12 religions, player run clans, monthly Immortal ran quests, a unique world layout (80% original rooms), long term game consistency. 23,409 10,305
52 MUME is a free game based upon J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle Earth, continuously enhanced since '91. Players can explore and live in this meticulously crafted world and join the epic War between the forces of the Dark Lord and the armies of the West. 23,095 9,369
53 Explore the myths and legends of history! From the Faerie Courts to Sherwood Forest, to Victorian London. Over 60 areas, RP/pkill encouraged, unique codebase and friendly players. Opened in 1994 and still updated with new content. Come forge your legend! 21,924 10,549
54 For 15+ years, SWmud has continued to improve along with the books & movies. 22 races, 40 planets, 10 guilds, many non-required quests, and THE BEST 3-D space piloting system. RP is not enforced, PK is optional. Learn more at www.swmud.org! [FREE] 21,642 20,821
55 Dragonlance here! Online since 1992, the world of Krynn features 25.000+ original rooms, mobs and limited objects, very realistic detail. Explore, pkill, socialize - make friends with hundreds of players from around the globe. Join mud.arctic.org:2700! 20,401 8,374
56 Starmourn is the premiere sci-fi MUD, designed and developed from the ground up by the MUD leaders at Iron Realms. Highly-customizable starships, unique hacking system, all-original universe. Launched Dec '18. Come blast off and make your legend now! 20,009 10,235
57 Sharune II - Rise of the Damned is a FREE fantasy mud based on an unique theme. Possibly one of the largest mud worlds around with several hundreds of handwritten zones! Features a custom game client Firebolt by Mythicscape! 19,926 9,357
58 Islands of Myth is a very stable LIMA based mud that has been running since July 1996. 19,562 10,517
59 The Prophecies of the Pattern world offers a unique twist and interpretation on the “Wheel of Time Series created by Robert Jordan”. In POTP we strive to make the game as close to the series as possible. 18,389 5,989
60 A MUD that has existed for nearly 20 years, with many players and wizards who have been around for the same amount of time. A fantasy experience that is incredibly rich in detail, and growing every single day. Come and experience the Tsunami. 18,300 7,716
61 Unravel demonic plots, slay mighty dragons or end the bloody reign of a false god. Quest across the world or in bizarre extraplanar realms. Group with friends or create an army of minions. Custom codebase, multiclass and free to play since 1995! 17,811 4,731
62 A rich and detailed fantasy world where your path is limited only by your imagination - Become a mighty Emperor ruling over a great city state or a cut-throat pirate, a feared warlord or a peaceful magical artificer, or anything else your fate commands! 17,550 9,002
63 We are one of the most successful Diku MUDS ever with almost 15 years of existence. Our world is 100% original comprising of over 21,000 rooms and 8,000 mobiles. We have great Immortals and even better players. SlothMUD is 100% FREE, please stop by. 16,538 8,262
64 Midnight Sun is a strictly medieval fantasy LPmud. It is an easy place to get started, but also hides a lot of complexity and challenges. Travel through our world by foot or hitchhike yourself a ride on the back of a dragon. 16,355 9,212
65 GateWay is one of the oldest MUDs in existence, having been founded in 1990. GateWay has been under development since that time, resulting in a diverse world with a rich history. 16,271 12,724
66 Run by a dedicated team of immortals and featuring hundreds of abilities, six races, three continents, guilds, families, player formed societies, player governed cities, sailing, trading, an extensive combat/healing system, and more. 15,340 9,858
67 Enter a gritty Post-Apocalyptic world of action, survival horror and science fiction. Led by an experienced staff of plot-twisting Storytellers and powered by superior code, Atonement re-invents what an RPG is capable of. -100% Free, Always- 14,642 6,569
68 We offer quick leveling so you can get into the action faster! Over 100 unique areas to explore, over 6,000 class combinations, player owned housing and shops, daily quests, professions, crafting, and so much more than you can fit into 255 characters! 14,091 9,386
69 Established in 1991, Medievia is one of the most feature rich games ever made. Clanships, mobfactions, dragon lairs, bloodlines, serpents, clantowns, towngames, and much more. Visit our new WWW site and check out our latest features. 13,645 12,346
70 **TOTALLY FREE** The loyal player base is a testament to the unique qualities of Zeb - simple on the surface but with great detail and imagination underneath. Our dedicated Newbie Helpers will get you started quickly. Come play! 13,629 8,161
71 A growing world filled with fantasy and adventure, mystery and intrigue. Explore the dark corners of death, quest for grand adventure, lead your guild to become the greatest.... it's all here. Just watch out for the llamas. 13,260 9,103
72 No life is known where DarkWind has blown. Originally launched in 1993! Imaginative storytelling, pulse-racing excitement. 5 continents, saved gear, and multiple characters allowed! 12,959 7,837
73 AoD is a high quality unique world with a rapidly growing playerbase and newbie friendly environment. We provide a medieval-fantasy atmosphere to game in where fantasy becomes reality and your dreams and desires are brought to life. 12,804 7,706
74 A raceless and classless mud with all original areas, built-in puzzles, randomized quest areas, player made equipment, very interactive mobiles, and a free client. 12,351 6,329
75 Jedimud takes a unique approach to twisting jedi legend into a medieval fantasy setting. We are proud to be able to say that JediMUD has been up and running since April of 1992. Stop by and see just why we're still around! 12,250 4,938
76 The ZombieMUD. A decade of progress. A plethora of mortals. An unlimited amount of choice. Come play with us. 12,131 6,681
77 Free forever. Sleek web & iOS apps. An intelligent hack-n-slash high fantasy loot fest. Original world, random loot, custom quest & guild systems, unique take on crafting. Hunt for artifacts, solve puzzles, take down tough bosses. 12,086 3,420
78 With ten different guilds boasting distinct playstyles, over 30000 rooms to explore among eight different planets and the opportunity to participate in our seasonal events, what's stopping you from joining our active playerbase? 11,826 8,049
79 Multi-MUD, a unique blend of fantasy, nowadays and sci-fi worlds. The website features an introduction to Multi-MUD, newbie guide, hand painted maps of the lands, and much more. 11,614 4,257
80 A True Wheel of Time experience. 11,330 8,204
81 A recipe for fun, add 4 tiers of multiclasses, PK when you're ready, RP for flavor, Clans, Aquests, helpful Imms, new areas, player homes, Tourneys & your imagination to a Rot base & you've got adventure. Your imagination is your only limitation. 11,272 4,969
82 MT is a large MUD with hundreds of unique zones, AI scripts that interact with players, classes like Psionist and Necro which can become a Mindflayer or DeathMage! Arena-type battlefield, 2 character multi-playing, gem socketing!! Come check us out! 10,399 9,371
83 A well-balanced game with a mature, friendly staff, large world and helpful players. 15 races, remort classes, player housing, mazes, riddles and puzzles to solve. No pwipes, nothing mandatory. Mudding at its finest. 100% free to play since 1994. 10,071 4,917
84 Avendar is an all-original fantasy based MUD. Dozens of unique classes, a rich history, intricate languages and economy, highly interactive and crafted areas, among other things, you're guaranteed to find something new. Roleplaying is enforced. 9,941 4,229
85 No Rules! No Imms! Player-run mud! Evil killers are needed for the darkness clan. Rise in power with the aid of evil, mighty Exodus. Join his reign of terror today! Crush the pacifist majority. Surpass everyone and even assault your own clanmates! 9,828 6,418
86 A mystical land with three realms, twelve unique guilds. From Templar to Forsaken to Merchants, where you can choose from two of eight specialities. Random dungeons and intelligent NPCs. 9,768 4,863
87 Join a land replete with chaos, out of sync with time itself and fraught with unique problems. A mixture of vast untamed wilderness and solid civilizations. Your challenge: Live within the Legend - Live your online life. 9,335 6,042
88 DUMII is a medieval fantasy roleplaying adventure game with magic, monsters and quests. Its user-friendly gameplay makes it the perfect mud for first-time players. Active since 1990, it has a unique world and a game engine inspired by early abermuds. 9,150 4,844
89 The Edge of Creation has a unique history containing lots of original & stock areas. Extensive range of races, classes, guilds & orders. 100 player levels, specialized subclasses at level 20. Newbie friendly, but offer much for experienced players. 9,091 4,413
90 Once, all was balance. Trolls, dragons, vampires, and others of Grendel's children warred against each other, and all was well. Then the uglies came. The humans. A new war has begun. As a monster of Uthgol, you are the instrument of Grendel's Revenge! 8,687 4,798
91 A highly evolved Shadowrun MUD set in Seattle in the year 2064. A constantly updating codebase and new zones being added regularly. Roleplay is optional. 8,224 7,530
92 Isles of Aedin is a completely free to play, 100% community based fantasy roleplaying game based on original lore and a fully custom codebase. With a very active and player-conscious staff, there are regular updates and world expansions. 8,216 4,619
93 Started in 1996, War of Gods is the best player-killing mud with well balanced class system offering a unique gameplay and a very detailed and consistent world with rich history. Don't hesitate and join neverending war between light and darkness. 8,215 3,378
94 The fullest, richest life is led Embracing blazing, bloody Red. Our hearts themselves are full imbue With Red, the deepest, strongest hue. 7,939 11,214
95 Hundreds of levels, 15 classes, 60 races, thousands of quests, and a great community. Features include achievement system, stances, tattoos, customizable equipment, and puzzle-based remort. Over 10,000 rooms of unique content to explore. Fantasy based. 7,863 3,710
96 Started in 1992, it has undergone decades of development to become one of the most evolved games around. Kallisti boasts a massive original world, great atmosphere of long time players, and so much more. telnet://kallistimud.com 4000 7,429 4,552
97 We've been open since 1995, but I'm currently developing a completey original MUD that will be truly heartpounding, with an immersive world that will be fun for newbies and challenging for veterens alike. I'm always looking for Help with the new game! 7,412 5,117
98 Solace is a MUD based on the Dragonlance world. It has been expanded and improved for 9+ years. We offer 11 balanced classes, 10 races, more than 500 unique skills and spells and more than 200 unique areas, clans and societies. 7,391 3,907
99 Cybersphere is a cyberpunk roleplaying MOO set in the dark future of America, after nuclear war has left the world a shattered shell and corporations risen to claim power. 7,257 3,400
100 Welcome to Ansalon. A place where stories are told, heroes are made, and legends are born. If you have ever dreamed of taking on the role of one of the many types of characters found in the Dragonlance world, then this is the place for you. 7,076 3,776