How do I install the superpowers mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

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Superpowers MCP Server

MCP server exposing superpowers skills to any LLM client

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What is the Superpowers MCP Server?

MCP server exposing superpowers skills to any LLM client

What it actually does

Superpowers is a skills library for Claude Code that enforces disciplined workflows -- TDD, systematic debugging, brainstorming, planning, and more. This server exposes those skills to any MCP-compatible client: Cursor, Windsurf, Gemini, Kilo Code, Claude Desktop, or your own app.

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Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
list_skills	List all available skills with descriptions and file lists
use_skill	Load a skill by name -- returns the full skill content as instructions to follow (optional guardrail enforcement)
get_skill_file	Load a supporting file from a skill (reference docs, prompt templates, scripts)
recommend_skills	Recommend top skills for a task using semantic ranking + workflow policy boosts
compose_workflow	Build an ordered multi-skill workflow for a goal
validate_workflow	Validate selected skills against required workflow guardrails
semantic_search_skills	Semantic search across SKILL.md and supporting files

How to install the Superpowers MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "superpowers": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": [
        "/absolute/path/to/superpowers-mcp/build/index.js"
      ]
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Example prompts to try

“Use Superpowers MCP to list skills.”
“Use Superpowers MCP to use skill.”
“Use Superpowers MCP to get skill file.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP server exposing superpowers skills to any LLM client Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.