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The Typing of the Dead is for nearly all intents and purposes, an exact copy of the light-gun shooting title, The House of the Dead 2. The big difference however, is that instead of shooting the encroaching zombie hordes, you're required to type in words, phrases, and sentences to eradicate them. The stages, enemies, and game structure are a carbon copy of the aforementioned light-gun title, though new "missions" are interspersed throughout the levels; asking players to defeat a certain number of zombies within a given time limit and other such mini-objectives. Additionally, a bonus gauge fills with every creature defeated, and when full awards the player with an extra life. When the game ends, the player's performance is rated, with an assessment in areas such as typing speed, accuracy, reflexes, judgment, and typing special keys awarded. The player's rank and typing speed (words per minute) are also displayed.<br><br>In addition to the Arcade mode, the game offers Original, Tutorial, Drill, and Boss modes. The Original mode plays out exactly like the Arcade mode, except here the player can acquire and use items as well as earn coins by satisfying one of five conditions for each chapter. The Tutorial mode takes newcomers through five lessons, from a basic tutorial, to quick touch-typing, to free-word training, with the sole aim of improving the user's typing ability. Drill mode provides various drills that test and help improve the player's proficiency in various areas such as typing speed and accuracy. Lastly, the Boss mode allows instant access to any of the bosses already faced in the main Arcade mode, with the objective being to defeat them as quickly as possible. Part game and part typing tutor, The Typing of the Dead requires the Dreamcast keyboard to play.Product Identifiers
PublisherSEGA
UPC0010086511444
eBay Product ID (ePID)4028
Product Key Features
RatingM - Mature
GenreEducational
Video Game SeriesThe House of the Dead Series
PlatformSega Dreamcast
Game NameThe Typing of the Dead, Typing of the Dead
Additional Product Features
Release Year2001
Number of Players1-2
Country/Region of ManufactureUSA
Control ElementsKeyboard
ESRB DescriptorAnimated Blood & Gore, Animated Violence
Ratings and reviews
Most relevant reviews
- 02 May, 2018
Nothing quite like it
There are very few games like Typing of the Dead and it was a pleasure to finally get my hands on a copy. Be aware, you will need the Dreamcast Keyboard to play the game. If you're a DC collector (or want to be one like myself), then you should definitely have this game in your collection.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 14 Oct, 2017
Typing of the Dead
This game is even better than the original. Only Sega could take such a unique concept and apply it to a horror light gun shooter. A must have for Dreamcast collectors and fans!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 23 Apr, 2017
Awesome!! Fun!
This game is fun! and it'll sharpen your typing skills! Definitely recommended this game for anyone wanting to learn how to type.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 30 Jul, 2017
Excellent and unique
A must have for the dreamcast. Really forces you to know the layout of the keyboard, but fun game nonetheless.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 11 Oct, 2017
Awesome and addicting fame
Loving this game and been wanting this for so many years!!!!!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 17 Jan, 2018
Great Game
This is a must if you are a fan of the House of the Dead series. A great game.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 26 May, 2019
If only I had this in high school
I love it and that's coming from a guy who ditched every touch typing class he had. Thanks to the threat of Zombies my skills as a typist have gotten much betterVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 07 Mar, 2025
Worked perfectly! It brought back a lot ...
Worked perfectly! It brought back a lot of old memories of playing Typing of the Dead with friendsVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 27 Jan, 2021
Great for your fingers,funny to play
It's like texting angry with your girlfriend ,but with a keyboard..Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 15 May, 2024
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•.¸ ★ ¸.•*´*• Perfect! Thank you!*•.¸ ★ ¸.•*´*•Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
