Download, install, and launch ED5 MMO Studio.

Installation & Setup

Getting started takes just a few minutes.

Download

Download the ED5 MMO Studio installer for your platform from the official website or your purchase portal:

  • Windows — .exe installer
  • macOS — .dmg disk image
  • Linux — .AppImage

Install

Run the installer and follow the on-screen prompts. The Studio installs like any other desktop application — no extra tools or dependencies required.

First Launch

When you open the Studio for the first time:

1. The editor loads with a sidebar showing all content categories 2. A default database is created automatically — this stores all your game data locally 3. You're ready to start building — no configuration needed

Settings modal — Studio settings with network ports, database mode, and preferences
Settings modal — Studio settings with network ports, database mode, and preferences
① Network settings — game server and client ports② Database mode — Local (default), Docker, or Remote③ Misc — auto-update, cleanup on close

Settings

Open Settings from the sidebar to configure:

SettingDescription
Database ModeLocal (default, no setup needed), Docker, or Remote PostgreSQL
Server PortWhich port the game server listens on (default: 3001)
Client PortWhich port players connect to (default: 3000)
Auto-UpdateCheck for Studio updates on startup
Auto-SaveHow frequently the map editor saves your work

For most users, the default settings work perfectly.

Quick Test

1. Click Zones in the sidebar and create a new zone 2. Paint some terrain with the brush tools 3. Click the Play button in the toolbar to launch the game client 4. You should see your character standing in the zone you just created!

Next: Quick Start Tutorial — build your first zone and add content.

IntroductionQuick Start