Classic Arcade Action
Experience the legendary Tyrian 2000, one of the greatest vertical shooters ever made. Fight through waves of enemies across multiple episodes.
Play Tyrian 2000 Online
The classic vertical scrolling shooter, now playable in your browser. Free, no download required. Works on desktop and mobile devices.
Play NowGame Features
Play in Browser
No download or installation needed. Play instantly in any modern web browser on your computer, tablet, or phone.
Save Your Progress
Your game progress is automatically saved in your browser. You can also download and upload saves to transfer between devices.
Mobile Friendly
Touch controls with virtual joystick and buttons. Add to your home screen for a full-screen app-like experience.
Completely Free
Tyrian 2000 is free and open source software. No ads, no in-app purchases, no registration required.
Massive Arsenal
Collect and upgrade hundreds of weapons, shields, and ship upgrades. Customize your ship to match your play style.
How to Play
Tyrian 2000 is easy to learn but challenging to master. Here are the basic controls:
Arrow Keys Move your ship
Space Fire weapons
Enter Change weapon mode
Ctrl / Alt Fire sidekicks
Escape Open menu
On mobile devices, use the virtual joystick and on-screen buttons for full control.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is OpenTyrian2000?
OpenTyrian2000 is a free, open-source port of Tyrian 2000, a classic vertical scrolling shooter originally released in 1999. This web version lets you play directly in your browser.
Is it free to play?
Yes! OpenTyrian2000 is completely free. The original Tyrian was released as freeware by the developers, and this port is open source.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes! The game includes touch controls with a virtual joystick and buttons. For the best experience on iOS, add the game to your home screen.
How do I save my progress?
The game automatically saves your progress in your browser's storage. You can also use the Download/Upload Saves feature to backup or transfer your saves.
Can I play offline?
Once the game is loaded, it works offline. On mobile, adding it to your home screen allows for offline play.
About Tyrian 2000
Tyrian was created by Jason Emery and released by Epic MegaGames in 1995. Tyrian 2000, an enhanced version, was released in 1999. The original game was released as freeware in 2004. This WebAssembly version brings the classic to your browser.