What is ZType?
ZType is a typing shooter made by German developer Dominic Szablewski of PhobosLab. He built it in 2011 for Mozilla's Game On competition, and the name is a nod to the classic arcade shooter R-Type.
Enemy ships float down the screen, each carrying a word. Typing the word locks on and fires at that ship, so your keyboard becomes your weapon. Waves get faster and the words get longer as you go, and you score more the fewer mistakes you make. It is a fun way to practise touch typing without it feeling like a lesson.
Main Features
- Type words to shoot down enemy ships
- Endless waves that speed up as you go
- Higher scores for fewer typos
- Accuracy and words per minute stats
- Retro space look with its own soundtrack
- Runs in the browser, mobile app also available
How to Get Started with ZType
- Open zty.pe on a computer with a keyboard.
- Click Play to start the first wave.
- Type the word on any ship to fire at it.
- Clear each wave and see how far you can get.
ZType Pricing
ZType is free to play in the browser with no account. A separate mobile app is also available.
Who Should Use It?
- Anyone who wants to type faster
- Students practising keyboard skills
- Fans of retro arcade shooters
- Teachers looking for a typing warm up
ZType Alternatives
- Hacker Typer: type like a movie hacker
- Semantris: fast word association game
- RetroGames: classic arcade games online
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ZType free?
Yes. ZType is free to play in your browser and does not need an account.
Does ZType help with typing speed?
Yes. It rewards speed and accuracy, which makes it a fun way to practise touch typing.
Who made ZType?
Dominic Szablewski of PhobosLab created ZType in 2011.