Underplayed Gems

Phantom Typist (2021)

Phantom Typist cover
Developer
Wysiwyg Interactive
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Casual, Indie
Rating
4.3 of 5, 7 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A fast-paced typing arcade game where you quickly type Chinese characters to clear falling blocks and chase high scores.

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What players say

Players recommend it for learning Chinese characters through typing, praising the quick practice of many kanji in arcade mode, but warn about frustration with performance: the game freezes or crashes mid-round, lacks windowed mode, and has problematic Japanese readings.

Screenshots

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