Links & Resources
Explore related MUSH servers, tools, and community resources.
MUSH Servers
Alternative MUSH server platforms:
- PennMUSH - Academic-focused MUSH server
- TinyMUSH 3.3 - The latest version of TinyMUSH
- RhostMUSH - Security-focused MUSH server
Community Resources
- TinyMUX Wiki - Community documentation
- GitHub Repository - Source code and issues
Code Resources
- Sandbox Globals Project - Base globals package
- Contribution Repository - Community code
Recommended MUSH Clients
A good client can significantly enhance your MUSH experience, whether you’re a player or administrator.
| Client | Platforms | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MUSHclient | Windows | The most popular and feature-rich MUSH client, with extensive plugin support |
| TinTin++ | Windows, macOS, Linux | Powerful cross-platform MUD client with advanced scripting |
| Mudlet | Windows, macOS, Linux | Modern client with Lua scripting, mapper, and profile management |
| BeipMU | Windows | Excellent Unicode support, customizable interface, Python scripting |
| Potato | Windows | Modern client based on BeipMU with additional features |
| Atlantis | macOS | Native macOS client with clean interface and ANSI color support |
Documentation & Tutorials
- Javelin’s Guide - MU* administration guide
- Softcode - MUSHcode basics
MUSH Server Comparison
| Feature | TinyMUX 2.13 | PennMUSH | TinyMUSH 3.3 | RhostMUSH |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unicode Support | Full | Full | Partial | Partial |
| SSL/TLS Encryption | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 256-Color Support | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| SQL Integration | Yes | Yes | No | Limited |
| Reality Levels | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Active Development | Active | Active | Intermittent | Active |
| Memory-Based Option | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Module System | Yes | Limited | No | Yes |
TinyMUX 2.13 focuses on quality, performance, and features. It offers excellent scalability, making it suitable for games of all sizes.
PennMUSH takes an academic approach to development, with a focus on language features and innovative softcode capabilities.
TinyMUSH 3.3 emphasizes compatibility with older codebases and offers a familiar environment for administrators coming from earlier MUSH servers.
RhostMUSH prioritizes security and fine-grained permissions systems, making it ideal for games where security is a primary concern.
Find Games to Play
Looking for MUSH games to play? These directories can help you find active games:
- MudConnector - Comprehensive listing of MUDs, MUSHes, and other text-based games
- MudStats - Statistics on server and genre popularity with up-to-date player counts
- Grapevine - Modern MUD network with web-based client capabilities