Cosmic Rage: A Text-Based Sci-Fi MUD Built for Depth, Community, and Accessibility

Cosmic Rage is a long-running, actively developed, text-based multiplayer game (MUD) set in a sprawling science-fiction universe. Created and maintained by Nathan Tech, it blends exploration, crafting, PvE and PvP combat, and role-play into a persistent world that is renowned within the blind/low-vision gaming community for its accessibility-first design. Nathan Tech describes it as one of the fastest-adapting futuristic MUDs on the market—shaped continuously by player feedback. [Source]

What Exactly Is a MUD?

A MUD (Multi-User Dungeon) is a real-time, text-driven online world you connect to with a MUD client. There’s no graphics requirement—gameplay happens through text, commands, and keyboard navigation—making it highly compatible with screen readers. Nathan Tech provides a straightforward primer on what a MUD is and how to play one, including recommended clients. Learn more about MUDs & clients. [Source]

Why Cosmic Rage Stands Out

• Rich Sci-Fi Setting: A unique space-faring universe with deep lore and “atomic-level” detail—offering exploration, missions, and discovery at every turn. TMC listing. [Source]
• Player-Shaped Systems: Over 50 activities and 15+ crafting lines; the world evolves with player choices and feedback. Details. [Source]
• Active, Ongoing Development: The game receives frequent updates with features and quality-of-life improvements driven by community voting and suggestions. Community voting. [Source]
• Accessible by Design: Built to work smoothly with popular screen readers; multiple community hubs list it among accessible sci-fi MUDs. AudioGames DB overview. [Source]

Core Gameplay Pillars

• Exploration & Space Travel: Navigate planets, stations, and sectors; uncover routes, resources, and stories.
• Combat (PvE & PvP): A distinctive combat system designed for text interfaces while remaining tactical and learnable. Overview. [Source]
• Crafting & Economy: 15+ crafting specializations power a player-driven economy—from harvesting and refining to manufacturing advanced gear. Details. [Source]
• Role-Play & Community: Social hubs, events, and collaborative projects—supported by web tools/portals from the developers. Web portal. [Source]

Accessibility Notes

Because gameplay is entirely text-driven and keyboard-first, Cosmic Rage is especially friendly to screen reader users. Community directories frequently recommend it to blind/low-vision players, and Nathan Tech’s documentation emphasizes approachable onboarding for new MUD players. See the FAQ and Clients page for practical guidance. [Sources]

How to Join (Connection Details)

1. Install a MUD client (see recommended clients). [Source]
2. Connect to the server:
   Host: cosmicrage.nathantech.net
   Port: 7777

   Verified in community stats/listings. MudStats. [Source]

3. Create your character and complete the in-game tutorial to learn movement, communication, and basic systems.

Beginner Tips

• Use the tutorial: It teaches movement, scanning, communication, crafting basics, and early combat.
• Ask for help: The community is active; you can use in-game channels for real-time hints.
• Pick a craft early: Resource gathering and crafting are major progression paths.
• Try a modern client: Some clients support triggers, aliases, and logging that boost efficiency. Client guidance. [Source]

Useful Resources

• Nathan Tech (official site) [Official]
• Cosmic Rage FAQ [Official]
• MUD Clients & How to Play [Official]
• Web Portal & Tools [Official]
• MudStats entry (server & activity info) [Community]
• The Mud Connector listing [Community]
• AudioGames.net database entry [Community]
• Intro video: text-based role-playing & Cosmic Rage [Community]