Word Zapper cover

Word Zapper

First release
Feb 01, 1982
Publisher
U.S. Games
Genres
Shooter, Arcade · Action
Platforms
Atari 2600

Word Zapper is a one or two-player, full color, action game with 24 variations, designed to be played on the ATARI (R) Video Computer System (TM) or Sears Video Arcade. The Joystick Controller links you with a most profound vehicle of amusement, the rotary wing Word Zapper. It is armed with vertical and horizontal firing lasers and capable of incredible maneuverability. Opposing you is the Scroll -- a diabolic device designed to wear out the wrist an boggle the mind. The Scroll parades the alphabet across the screen, taunting you to duplicate a word or scrambled letters flashed at the bottom of the screen. You must shoot each letter in perfect order, and you must match three words or letter combinations within 99 seconds. Sounds easy? Wait until you meet the Scroll's friend, the Asteroids.

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Storyline, release dates, time to beat, age ratings, modes, links, keywords

Release dates
Atari 2600
Feb 01, 1982
Game modes
Multiplayer, Single player
Perspective
Side view
Keywords
spaceship, flight, edutainment

How it plays

Languages

  • Englishinterface
IGDB · recorded 12 Sept 2026

Language data: IGDB · recorded 12 Sept 2026