How to Use the itch.io MCP in Claude

Q: How do I add my itch.io credentials to Claude Desktop?

Open your claudedesktopconfig.json file and add the MCP Server configuration under the mcpServers key. Paste your itch.io API key in the arguments, restart the app, and the hammer icon will appear in your chat.

Fetch your itch.io game library and collections directly inside Claude Desktop.

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Browse Owned Games in Claude Desktop

The `get_user_games` tool pulls your entire itch.io library directly into your Claude Desktop chat window. You don't have to bounce between tabs or manually copy game titles when discussing your backlog with your agent. Claude Desktop processes the returned titles, prices, and developer info locally on your machine. This lets you quickly filter your purchases or plan your next stream without opening a browser.

Query Custom Collections with this MCP Server

The `get_user_collections` tool inspects your curated itch.io lists to help your agent organize your playing queue. It retrieves collection names, unique IDs, and total game counts in one swift call. Once Claude Desktop has this list, you can use `get_collection_games` to drill into specific bundles. This setup makes sorting through massive indie bundles actually manageable instead of a chore.

Verify API Credentials Instantly

The `get_me` tool checks your itch.io profile details to confirm your connection is active and secure. It returns your display name and avatar URL directly to Claude Desktop. If you run into connection issues, running this tool tells you immediately whether your token works. It saves you from debugging connection errors blind when you just want to access your games.

Setup guide

Set up itch.io MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The itch.io MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the itch.io MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under itchio-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "itchio-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about itch.io MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your `claude_desktop_config.json` file and add the MCP Server configuration under the `mcpServers` key. Paste your itch.io API key in the arguments, restart the app, and the hammer icon will appear in your chat.

No, this integration focuses on your personal account. Tools like `get_user_games` and `get_user_collections` only access your owned games, developed titles, and personal lists.

You need an active internet connection for the MCP Server to fetch live data from the itch.io API. Once Claude Desktop pulls the data, you can analyze that specific snapshot offline.

This MCP Server only retrieves metadata like titles, URLs, and developer names. It cannot download, install, or launch executable game files on your local machine.

Your itch.io user profile, games, and collections data are processed locally inside the Claude Desktop sandbox. Vinkius runs the server in an isolated environment, meaning your API keys and library metadata never leak to external third parties.

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