# FreeToGame MCP

> FreeToGame connects your AI client to a massive catalog of free-to-play games. Use this MCP to list titles, filter by specific genres and platforms (like '3D MMORPG' on PC), or pull deep metadata for any game ID directly through conversation.

## Overview
- **Category:** developer-tools
- **Price:** Free
- **Tags:** free-to-play, gaming-api, game-database, mmo-finder, pc-gaming

## Description

Finding the right free-to-play title used to mean hours of clicking through endless websites. You’d jump from genre page to hardware requirements, only to hit another paywall or dead end. This MCP changes that. It gives your agent direct access to structured gaming data. You can ask for a specific combination—say, 'Show me popular fantasy games available on Web Browser'—and get precise results instantly. Whether you’re researching market trends or just looking for something new to play, this tool pulls together details like minimum system requirements and publisher info into one clean output. Through the Vinkius catalog, your AI client treats this data stream like a specialized gaming scout, finding exactly what you need without you having to click through five different vendor sites first.

## Tools

### filter_games
Narrows down the entire catalog by combining multiple genre, tag, and platform constraints simultaneously.

### get_game
Fetches all detailed information for a single game when you know its specific identifier or ID number.

### list_games
Provides a full listing of available games, allowing sorting by criteria like popularity or release date.

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
List all free-to-play shooters for Windows sorted by popularity.
```

**Response:** 
```
I've found several popular shooters for Windows. Top results include 'Overwatch 2', 'Valorant', and 'Apex Legends'. Would you like the details for any of these?
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Show me the details and system requirements for game ID 516.
```

**Response:** 
```
Fetching data for ID 516... That's 'PUBG: Battlegrounds'. It requires at least 8GB RAM, an Intel Core i5-4430, and 40GB of space. It's a realistic tactical shooter published by Krafton.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Filter games with tags 3d.mmorpg.pvp available on the browser platform.
```

**Response:** 
```
Searching for 3D PvP MMORPGs on Browser... I found titles like 'Sherwood Dungeon' and 'Drakensang Online'. These can be played directly in your web browser without a large download.
```

## Capabilities

### Browse entire game databases
You can list every available free-to-play title, sorting the results by popularity, relevance, or when it was released.

### Search using multiple criteria
Combine tags like '3D', 'PvP', and 'fantasy' to narrow down millions of games into a single list that matches your exact needs.

### Retrieve specific game details
Pull detailed metadata for a known title, including publisher information, high-res image links, and minimum system requirements.

## Use Cases

### Researching cross-platform genre availability
A developer needs to know if 'fantasy' games exist that are both '3D' and available on the 'Windows (PC)' platform. They use `filter_games` with all three tags, getting a precise list without needing multiple manual checks.

### Checking hardware compatibility for an old machine
A gamer wants to play an older title but isn't sure of the specs. They use `get_game` with the game ID, instantly retrieving minimum RAM and CPU requirements to check if their rig can handle it.

### Building a 'Best Of' recommendation list
A content creator asks for all highly rated, recent titles. They run `list_games`, filter by the 'shooter' tag, and then use `get_game` on the top 10 results to gather necessary descriptions.

### Mapping market trends
A developer wants to see how many available games fall into the 'MMORPG' category versus the 'shooter' category. They use `list_games` and combine it with `filter_games` to quantify the distribution.

## Benefits

- Stop guessing which game fits your setup. Use `get_game` to pull minimum system requirements for any title, so you know if it'll run on your machine before you download anything.
- Never face a giant list again. Instead of scrolling through thousands of entries, use `list_games` and sort by popularity or date to see the hottest titles right away.
- Combining filters is simple. Use `filter_games` once to search for '3D MMORPG' games that are also tagged 'PvP' and available on 'Web Browser.'
- It saves time writing boilerplate data collection scripts. Content creators use this MCP to pull structured data points, making it easier to generate complete reviews.
- Get a bird’s-eye view of the market. Developers can run broad queries using `list_games` and `filter_games` to map category distribution across different platforms.

## How It Works

The bottom line is you talk to your AI client in natural language; it handles all the database querying behind the scenes.

1. First, subscribe to this MCP in your preferred AI client.
2. Next, configure the necessary API credentials if prompted by the connection process.
3. Finally, start asking your agent questions like, 'Find me a shooter for Windows,' and it processes the data instantly.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**How do I find games that match multiple criteria with the filter_games tool?**
You use `filter_games` by listing your desired tags, genres, and platforms in a single prompt. For example: 'Filter for 3D PvP MMORPGs on PC.' It combines everything automatically.

**Can I just list all games without filtering?**
Yes, you can use `list_games` to get a massive catalog. You can also narrow this down by platform or category if you prefer not to see everything available.

**What information does the get_game tool provide?**
The `get_game` tool delivers comprehensive specs for one title, including its publisher, high-res image links, and minimum system requirements. You just need a game ID to start.

**Is free-to-play data reliable through this MCP?**
The MCP connects directly to the FreeToGame database. The tools provide structured access to cataloged titles, ensuring you get accurate metadata according to the source data.

**What credentials do I need to use the list_games tool?**
You'll need an API key if your provider requires it. Check the Vinkius documentation for specific authentication steps, or follow any setup guides provided by us. This ensures your agent can access the catalog data.

**If I use the get_game tool with a nonexistent ID, how does it handle the error?**
The tool returns a clear failure message detailing that the game ID was not found. Your AI client can then read this specific error, letting you try searching using different parameters.

**Are there rate limits when I use filter_games repeatedly?**
Yes, API access is governed by rate limits depending on your subscription tier. The system will alert your agent if you exceed the allowed number of requests per minute or hour.

**What sorting methods can I specify when using the list_games tool?**
You can sort results by popularity, relevance, or release date. Simply include the desired parameter in your prompt so the tool knows how to order the catalog list for you.

**How can I see the hardware requirements for a specific game?**
Use the `get_game` tool with the unique game ID. The agent will return full metadata, including minimum system requirements like OS, processor, and memory.

**Can I filter games by both platform and category at the same time?**
Yes! The `list_games` tool allows you to specify both a `platform` (e.g., 'windows') and a `category` (e.g., 'mmorpg') in a single query.

**How do I search for games using multiple specific tags like '3D' and 'PvP'?**
Use the `filter_games` tool and provide the tags separated by dots in the `tag` parameter (e.g., '3d.pvp.mmorpg').