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Tholus · Published by Gamirror Games, Tholus
Very Positive — 84% positive (111 reviews) · 37 achievements
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
If you can type, you can fire a gun.
£7.49
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Action, Indie · 2026 · More £5 - £15 games
Typing Break challenges you to unleash firepower by typing, blending quick fingers with precision aiming. Experience the thrill of an indie action game crafted by Tholus in 2026.
About this game
If you can type, you can fire a gun.
If you can fire a gun, you can master all kinds of guns.
If you can master them all, you can describe even more awesome ones.
In short, if you can type, you’ll have a blast here.
Type to unleash your will! In [Typing Break], your typing speed directly determines the density of your firepower. Whether you are a "Typing God" seeking the ultimate speed limit, or a casual player looking to vent some stress, you will find your own rhythm amidst the screen-filling bullet hell and explosive effects.
More than just spelling—it's strategy! Say goodbye to boring letter collisions; welcome to a laboratory of magical element reactions.
Type WATER to enchant your bullets with hydro power. Combine it with FLAME to trigger an instant Vaporize reaction.
Clear the screen in the blink of an eye! Dozens of elemental combinations are waiting to be discovered, making every keystroke a dazzling explosion of magic.
Is one hero and one gun enough? Never! Reject cookie-cutter battles and embrace infinite possibilities through Roguelike combinations:
Unique Talents: Each character possesses unique Talent Skills. Accumulate EXP in battle to unlock and upgrade their full potential.
Knowledge is Power: Unlock and equip various "Books," carrying exclusive BUFFs to control the rhythm of every battle.
Limitless Build Experience: Combine Character Talents with powerful Books and diverse weapons like Laser and Disc. Every run is a brand new experience!
Beat the game, master the vocab? Our game natively supports multiple input modes to suit your needs:
Multilingual Power: Deal critical hits using the language you know best. Let your native tongue become your strongest weapon rune.
Vocabulary Boot Camp: Features a built-in multilingual typing mode. Spell out words amidst intense combat—this might just be the most hardcore "vocabulary training ground" you've ever seen.
Official Discord Community is now open!
The game features global leaderboards, along with Daily Challenges and Weekly Challenges.
Challenge your friends and push their keyboards into Typing Break !
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit OS )
- Processor: Intel Core i3-6100 / AMD FX-4350
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 2GB, GTX 750Ti 2GB, or equivalent
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible soundcard or onboard chipset
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit OS )
- Processor: Intel Core i5-4690 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 or higher
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 equivalent or higher
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible soundcard or onboard chipset
Supported Languages
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Input & Stability Fix Update
Hello everyone!This update mainly fixes several input-related issues, resolves a potential crash, and improves the Korean typing experience.FixesFixed an issue where text could sometimes not be entered when affixes and weapon names contained duplicate characters.Fixed a potential crash when carrying the book Pursuit of Victory.Improved the handling of vowel decomposition during Korean input, making typing smoother.Thank you all for playing and for your feedback! Your suggestions are incredibly valuable and help us keep improving the game.Read full article on Community Announcements (tholusgames)AnnouncementsOfficial
Recent Updates & Improvements
Hello everyone! This update focuses on balance changes, performance optimizations, and typing support fixes, aiming to make the overall experience smoother and more enjoyable.Balance ChangesCharacter unlock EXP has been reduced from 5000 to 2000, so you can try out more characters much earlier.Cooldowns for weapons and affixes reduced by 50%, allowing for smoother combat and less waiting between actions.Performance ImprovementsImproved overall performance when multiple enemies are on screen.Added a new display option: Post-Processing EffectsTurning it off can significantly reduce GPU usage while idling.Added a new display option: FX LightingDisabling it can greatly improve late-game frame rates.Added a new display setting: Debris LimitDefault is set to Unlimited.Setting it to 100 or lower can noticeably improve late-game performance.Typing SupportFixed issues where certain letters or words could not be typed correctly when using Russian, Korean, or Traditional Chinese input methods.Skill FixesFixed several skill-related bugs for Stoner and Blaster.Thank you all for playing, and thank you for every review you’ve left. Whether it’s positive or negative, I read all of them carefully and take your feedback seriously.If you had a blast, felt okay, or were really frustrated, feel free to share your thoughts and complaints here. Your feedback truly means a lot — thank you!Read full article on Community Announcements (tholusgames)AnnouncementsOfficial
Typing Break is OUT NOW! Launch Discount -20%｜New Bundle Now Available!
Thanks for waiting Everyone! Typing Break officially launches today!After months of refinement, we finally bring you this true “keyboard killer”.Whether you're a high-speed keyboardist or a beginner, this battlefield is for you.The full release brings a major upgrade across the board: For the new enemies? No worries! We brought this for you:More playable heroes.A huge variety of weapons, affixes and upgrades.A super-charged book system now brings up to 10 whole books into battle.Today, we’re also dropping:" Typing Break × Glyphica" bundle — Typing Frenzy! Enjoy stacked launch discounts and grab both titles at a better price — Let's get them all! Grab your favorite keyboard and let your fingers start typing!If you encounter any problems during gameplay, you're welcome to join our official Discord and share your feedback with us.Read full article on Community Announcements (SparKlY)Press Coverage
Keyboard is king in this game where you have to type words to do anything—yes, that includes trying to open the settings or start the damn thing
I have typed the word "pistol" so many times I genuinely forget how to spell it. I go over and over again. Pil—no, that's wrong. Pistl—no, also wrong. Pit—WRONG AGAIN. Blocks descend on me as my brain goes into overdrive and my HP gets decimated. How the hell do you spell pistol again?.. Read more.Read full article on PC Gamer (Mollie Taylor)AnnouncementsOfficial
Release Date Revealed for Typing Break!
Did you catch the debut trailer for Typing Break?While you warm up your fingers with our latest Demo, get ready for the ultimate typing frenzy coming in the full version!Typing Break is scheduled to launch on Jan 27, 15:00 CST (UTC+8)If you are ready to experience the thrill of a Typing Roguelike, please hit the "Add to Wishlist" button below to get notified the moment we go live!Oh, one more thing!The Shenzhen BIG Indie Game Festival is about to kick off!Come visit us at Booth A1 to play the game. We’ve prepared some mystery swag and have special activities planned for the main stage. We hope the enemies can withstand your firepower... See you at the challenge! For those who can't make it to Shenzhen, don't worry, the online demo is always here for you!Read full article on Community Announcements (tholusgames)
