BatMUD game review

BatMUD is a text-based RPG where the scenarios are developed in words and it is up to the player’s imagination to fully experience the game. It’s like an interactive book, only you can make the decisions yourself when the situation arises.

The great part about BatMUD is that it is compatible with almost any computer you can imagine. It runs on PC, Mac, and even Linux and is free for everyone. Before starting BatMUD, you have the option to choose the appearance of your main character. Since you won’t be able to see your character in action, it doesn’t really matter what type of person you choose, although there are a plethora of options for you to choose from. There are humans, trolls, elves, and more that you can have with male and female versions to choose from. You even have the option to say if your character is aligned with good or evil. The similarities between this game and Imperian are inevitable.

Both games are text-based, although the BatMUD presentation is much more up-to-date. This is because in the corner of your screen you can see the profile of your chosen character. Viewing your character’s stats turned out to be very helpful, as you will sometimes participate in a battle and lose some health. It’s an easier gauge for you to see your character’s progress, unlike in Imperian where you had to type a command the whole time … In terms of audio, you won’t find any of that here. As mentioned above, the game is text-based, so you won’t hear anything other than the sounds of your own mouse and keyboard pressing the controls. It can get a bit boring at times, but once the story begins, you will be immersed in the world of BatMUD. The tutorial is less user-friendly than in Imperian, mainly because the game forces you to visit the game’s official website to see the FAQ rather than guide the player directly. I feel like this is a bit of a poor game design as the tutorial should always be played within the game world. It’s kind of boring having to go back and forth between different screens all the time just to find out what you’re doing. The maps are much more colorful than in Imperian. This is because they are depicted in full color and there is a legend that tells you where you are at all times.

The game screen can be a bit cluttered, although it helps to have them there. There are separate windows for your map, text box, profile pictures, and location information. Most gamers can be overwhelmed by the amount of information thrown at them, but once you immerse yourself in the game world, you will be busy for hours on end. There are other players that you can interact with during your time playing BatMUD. You can choose to play within your party or you can choose to fight other players as well. However, the game has strict rules when it comes to PvP combat. You cannot kill other players unless there is a good reason and mindless killing will result in being kicked out of the game entirely. You have been warned.

BatMUD is a unique experience that RPG players will enjoy playing. Traditional gamers who like pretty visuals and explosive sounds won’t find this text game so much fun. If you have a great imagination, BatMUD is definitely the type of game for you.