QuantumCore X is the most active open source Metin2 server emulator right now, written in modern C# on .NET. No leaked sources, no legal grey zone code, just a clean reimplementation. If you want to run or study a Metin2 server in 2026, start here.
What is quantum-core-x?
Metin2 open source server emulator written in modern C#
QCX (Quantum Core X) is an open source implementation of the Metin2 server. This project is a fork of QuantumCore C and will not be backward compatible. This fork has the goal to extend from what has already been implemented and make the project as maintainable and modern as possible while also implementing more and more of the missing features. Metin2, and all Metin2 art, images, and lore are copyrighted by Webzen. be a user and setup your own instance of QCX To get started contributing to the project, see the contributing guide. To get in touch with the developers, the best way is to join our Discord server. Jetbrains Rider is free as of 2024-10-24 so we recommend it as IDE for this project.
The facts, straight from GitHub
- Repository: MeikelLP/quantum-core-x
- 100 stars and 18 forks, with 34 open issues
- Written mainly in C#
- Licensed under MPL-2.0
- Started in 2022, last updated 2026-07-15
Grab it with: git clone https://github.com/MeikelLP/quantum-core-x.git
You will need the .NET SDK. Clone the repository, open the solution or run dotnet build, and check the README for configuration steps.
Frequently asked questions
Is quantum-core-x free to use?
It is released under the MPL-2.0 license, so it is free to use. Read the license text for the exact terms before you ship anything based on it.
Is the project still maintained?
Yes, the last update was pushed on 2026-07-15, so the project is alive and moving.
What do I need to know before diving in?
The project is written mainly in C#, so some familiarity there helps a lot. Start with the README, then browse the open issues to see what the rough edges are. That is usually the fastest way to understand the real state of any repository.
Where do I get help if I am stuck?
Open an issue on the GitHub issue tracker, check existing discussions, and of course post right here in this topic. Someone in the Metin2 community has probably hit the same wall before you.
Over to you
Have you tried quantum-core-x? Are you running it, forking it, or did you rage quit halfway through the setup? Reply below with your experience, your questions or your own favorite alternative. If there is enough interest we can put together a community guide for it.