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Sega Dreamcast · Action-Adventure
The Typing of the Dead
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| System | Sega Dreamcast |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 (originally 1999) |
| Genre | Action-Adventure |
| Developer | Sega Wow |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
The Typing of the Dead is an action-adventure game released in 2000 for the Sega Dreamcast, developed by Sega Wow and published by Sega. This Dreamcast release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1999.
It came out in the Dreamcast's second year on the market. Other notable Dreamcast releases from 2000 include Jet Set Radio, Sonic Shuffle and Skies of Arcadia. Among the 16 Dreamcast action-adventure games in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.
Sega Wow also made Skies of Arcadia, Sega GT and Alien Front Online for the Dreamcast.
The Typing of the Dead supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Dreamcast hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
What playing The Typing of the Dead is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
The Typing of the Dead walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Dreamcast games today
Dreamcast games still feel inventive and colorful, and many have been re-released on later platforms. The console also has a remarkably active homebrew scene for a system that left shelves so long ago.
The Typing of the Dead FAQ
When did The Typing of the Dead come out on the Dreamcast?
The Typing of the Dead was released for the Sega Dreamcast in 2000; the original game dates back to 1999.
Who made The Typing of the Dead?
It was developed by Sega Wow and published by Sega.
Is The Typing of the Dead multiplayer?
Yes. The Typing of the Dead supports up to 2 players.
How long does The Typing of the Dead take to play?
As an action-adventure game, The Typing of the Dead typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about The Typing of the Dead on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.