Bring Game Metadata
to Cursor
Create your Vinkius account to connect IGDB Global Gaming Database to Cursor and start using all 12 AI tools in minutes. Fully managed, enterprise secure, and ready to use without writing a single line of code. No hosting, no server setup — just connect and start using.
GDPR Free for SubscribersCompatible with every major AI agent and IDE
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What is the IGDB Global Gaming Database MCP Server?
Empower your AI agent with the ultimate gaming intelligence via IGDB. This unified server provides access to the complete IGDB ecosystem, allowing your agent to search for thousands of titles, audit franchises, and retrieve detailed metadata for platforms, release dates, and artworks. Additionally, it includes deep support for industry taxonomy, including official genres, themes, keywords, and global age rating systems (ESRB, PEGI). Whether you are conducting market research, organizing a catalog, or managing a personal collection, your agent acts as a real-time gaming historian and analyst, providing precise data through natural conversation.
What you can do
- Comprehensive Discovery — Search for video games and retrieve detailed metadata, including summaries, ratings, and first release dates
- Taxonomy & Metadata — Query official genres, platforms, and thematic tags to understand industry categorization
- Content Safety Auditing — Retrieve age ratings and content descriptions to verify maturity levels across different regions
- Visual & Franchise Assets — Fetch high-quality artworks, covers, and complete franchise or collection histories
How it works
- Subscribe to this server
- Enter your IGDB Client ID and Access Token
- Start managing your gaming intelligence from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
Who is this for?
- Game Developers & Studios — monitor industry trends, franchise history, and competitive benchmarks without manual browsing
- Market Researchers — audit platform distributions, age ratings, and genre trends across thousands of titles
- Curators & Collectors — automate the retrieval of metadata and high-quality artwork for gaming catalogs
Built-in capabilities (12)
Get official artworks for a game
Get details for a game franchise
Get full details for a specific game ID
List common age ratings
Get details for a game collection or series
g., RPG, Shooter) available in the IGDB database. List common game genres
List descriptive keywords
g., PS5, Xbox, PC) and their abbreviations. List gaming platforms
Get release dates for a game
List game themes
Get cover art for a game
Search for video games on IGDB
Why Cursor?
Cursor's Agent mode turns IGDB Global Gaming Database into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from IGDB Global Gaming Database and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 12 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.
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Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context
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Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards
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MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment
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VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools
IGDB Global Gaming Database in Cursor
Why run IGDB Global Gaming Database with Vinkius?
The IGDB Global Gaming Database connection runs on our fully managed, secure cloud infrastructure. We handle the hosting, maintenance, and security so you don't have to deal with servers or code. All 12 tools are ready to work instantly without any complex setup.
You stay in complete control of your data. Your AI only accesses the information you approve, keeping your sensitive passwords and private details completely safe. Plus, with automatic optimizations, your AI works faster and more efficiently.
* Every connection is hosted and maintained by Vinkius. We handle the security, updates, and infrastructure so you don't have to write code or manage servers. See our infrastructure
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Complete visibility into every agent action
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Optimize spending and track token ROI
Analyze real-time token consumption and cost metrics detailed by connection.
Explore our live AI Agents Analytics dashboard to see it all working
This dashboard is included when you connect IGDB Global Gaming Database using Vinkius. You will never be left in the dark about what your AI agents are doing with your tools.
IGDB Global Gaming Database and 4,000+ other AI tools. No hosting, no code, ready to use.
Professionals who connect IGDB Global Gaming Database to Cursor through Vinkius don't need to write code, manage servers, or worry about security. Everything is pre-configured, secure, and runs automatically in the background.
Raw MCP | Vinkius | |
|---|---|---|
| Ready-to-use MCPs | Find and configure each manually | 4,000+ MCPs ready to use |
| Connection Setup | Manual coding & server setup | 1-click instant connection |
| Server Hosting | You host it yourself (needs 24/7 uptime) | 100% hosted & managed by Vinkius |
| Security & Privacy | Stored in plaintext config files | Bank-grade encrypted vault |
| Activity Visibility | Blind execution (no logs or tracking) | Live dashboard with real-time logs |
| Cost Control | Runaway AI token spend risk | Automatic budget limits |
| Revoking Access | Must delete files or code to stop | 1-click disconnect button |
How Vinkius secures
IGDB Global Gaming Database for Cursor
Every request between Cursor and IGDB Global Gaming Database is protected by our secure gateway. We automatically keep your sensitive data private, prevent unauthorized access, and let you disconnect instantly at any time.
Frequently asked questions
Can my AI automatically find high-resolution artwork just by providing a game name?
Yes! Your agent can use search_games to find the unique ID and then run get_artworks or search_covers to retrieve multiple high-resolution image URLs directly from the IGDB cloud in seconds.
How do I easily check if a game is suitable for certain age groups in different regions?
Simply ask the agent to run the list_age_ratings tool. It will compile data from global systems like ESRB, PEGI, and CERO, providing precise content descriptors and rating levels for the target title.
Does the integration permit listing all games within a specific franchise or collection?
Yes. Tools like get_franchise and list_collections allow your agent to retrieve the entire historical timeline of a series, grouping related titles and spin-offs under their structural parent IDs.
What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?
Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.
Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?
Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.
Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?
No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.
How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?
Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.
Tools not appearing in Cursor
Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.
Server shows as disconnected
Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.
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