# OpenTyrian 2000 — Classic Arcade Space Shooter

> Classic vertical scrolling space shooter with extensive upgrades and story. (iPhone/iPad app by Alvaro Escarcha Esteban.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opentyrian-2000/id6759155849 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alvaro Escarcha Esteban](https://appshunter.io/developer/1868081601)
- Category: Games, Action
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 29 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Portuguese, European Spanish
- Released: 2026-02-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opentyrian-2000/id6759155849/reviews.md

## What is OpenTyrian 2000?

OpenTyrian 2000 is a faithful port of the classic DOS game Tyrian 2000, widely regarded as one of the greatest vertical scrolling shooters ever made.

FEATURES:
- Five full episodes of intense arcade action
- Hundreds of weapons, shields, and ship upgrades
- Multiple game modes: Full Game, Arcade, and Timed Battle
- Rich storyline told through collectible data cubes
- Iconic FM synth soundtrack
- Apple TV with game controller support
- iCloud save sync across iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV
- Touch controls optimized for mobile with virtual joystick and direct touch modes, plus game controller support
- Configurable action buttons and sensitivity
- 11 languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Italian, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Japanese, Korean

Originally created by Jason Emery and published by Epic MegaGames in 1999, Tyrian 2000 was later released as freeware. OpenTyrian is an open-source port that preserves the original gameplay while adding modern platform support.

Navigate through asteroid fields, battle massive bosses, and uncover the conspiracy behind the mineral-rich planet Tyrian. Collect data cubes for lore, upgrade your ship at shops between levels, and discover secret levels and bonus games.

Whether you played the original or are discovering it for the first time, OpenTyrian 2000 delivers the definitive classic arcade shooter experience.

Privacy URL:
https://playtyrian.com/privacy.html

Support URL:
https://tablefy.eu/feedback/8ee344ef/frostdev/6

Marketing URL:
https://playtyrian.com/index.html

## Key features

- Five full episodes
- Hundreds of weapons and upgrades
- Multiple game modes
- Rich storyline
- FM synth soundtrack
- Controller support
- iCloud save sync

## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opentyrian-2000/id6759155849/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Memories!

*2026-07-07*

I’ve been really enjoying reacquainting with this classic. My only frustration is that the controls get really wonky on my iPad every once in a while. I’ll be trying to navigate a level, and then the controls will pull to the left and I can’t stop or override them without quitting the game. Small frustration - tremendous satisfaction.

### 5/5 — Well worth it

*2026-06-26*

Well worth the 99 cents. Amazing game and a good port. I appreciate the controller support

**Developer response:** Thanks! Ping me with any feedback :)

### 5/5 — Nice port

*2026-06-11*

Thanks for bringing backs slice of childhood memories! Midi music is such nostalgia

**Developer response:** You are welcome! Enjoy :)

### 1/5 — 화면 ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

*2026-06-06*

좌우 반대, 싱하 반대로 나오는거 해결좀 해주세요.ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ 한글버전 어이기 없네??

내가 구매할 당시에 지원 언어에 한국어 있었고, 한글 된단 리뷰 있었음.

지금 현재 위에 말한것처럼 나오고 게임안에서 언어 변경 옵션 없음…

강제로 모국어 외계어로 읽어야 되는 상황임

환불도 안됨. 아마 한글지원빠져 있는데 한글 불량으로 환뷸 요청햐서 그럼가봄

To. Developer
I have no intention of requesting a refund if the Korean text output is corrected. Additionally, please check if teleportation (warping) occurs during in-game movement controls.

**Developer response:** 번역이 제대로 되지 않아 죄송합니다. 원작 게임은 다국어를 지원하지 않았고, 기본 해상도가 너무 낮아 게임 내 렌더링 대신 모든 것을 오버레이해야 해서 문제가 발생했습니다. 다음 업데이트에서는 개선하도록 하겠습니다. 메인 메뉴에서 영어 번역 옵션을 선택하실 수 있을 겁니다.

환불 요청이 안 되는 점 죄송합니다. 어떻게 하면 더 쉽게 환불받으실 수 있을지 저도 잘 모르겠습니다. 혹시 방법을 알게 되시면 알려주세요. 환불 절차를 도와드리겠습니다.

### 5/5 — 한글이…ㅠㅠ

*2026-06-05*

타이리언을 한글로 해본다는 생각은 해본적이 없었어 너무 감동 먹을뻔했……는데 봐우반전…ㅠㅠ
빨리 수정 부탁해요😭😭😭

### 5/5 — My childhood

*2026-05-28*

I grew up with this game its was the first game I completed best soundtrack ever and even now graphics are awesome

**Developer response:** Thank you for your review :)

### 5/5 — The Developer is Awesome!

*2026-05-22*

I wrote a review last month about how I expect a game like this to include controller support… well I just checked today and he’s added controller support a few weeks ago… incredible. I’m extremely impressed and recommend this timeless masterpiece to everyone, this being definitively the best way to play

**Developer response:** Thanks! Open to any new feedback :)

### 1/5 — せっかくの日本語対応なのに…

*2026-05-07*

文字が上下左右反転していて全く読めません。
読み物のデータもスクロールしようとすると挙動や文字の重なりがあったりもします。
ステージ攻略時のタッチ操作もただ指の位置に機体追従するだけで操作しづらく、他のスマホシューティングの操作のようにする発想はなかったのでしょうか。

**Developer response:** こんにちは。言語の問題に対処するため、現在修正作業を進めています。このゲームは多言語対応を想定して設計されておらず、解像度が低いため、ラテン語以外の言語はオーバーレイ表示となり、正しく表示されない場合があります。

操作方法については、ジョイスティックのサポートを追加しましたので、そちらをご利用ください。ゲーム画面右上の設定から設定できます。

修正版のリリースをお待ちください。

### 5/5 — A classic

*2026-04-21*

One of the finest space shooters ever, now on iOS! Play it.

**Developer response:** Thanks for you kind review!

### 4/5 — Controls a bit hard on screen but an awesome game

*2026-04-18*

I would love controller support. Any chance making that happen?

**Developer response:** Hello, thank you for your review, yes it’s planned for the next release, stay tuned!

## Frequently asked questions about OpenTyrian 2000

### What is OpenTyrian 2000?

OpenTyrian 2000 is an open-source port of the classic DOS game Tyrian 2000, a highly acclaimed vertical scrolling space shooter. It preserves the original gameplay while adding modern platform support for iOS devices.

### What platforms does OpenTyrian 2000 support?

OpenTyrian 2000 is available on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. It features iCloud save sync across these devices and supports game controllers on Apple TV and iOS.

### How much does OpenTyrian 2000 cost?

OpenTyrian 2000 is a paid application, priced at $0.99. This one-time purchase grants access to the full game.

### Does OpenTyrian 2000 have ads?

No, OpenTyrian 2000 is ad-free. As a paid application, it does not contain advertisements, ensuring an uninterrupted gaming experience.

### What game modes are available in OpenTyrian 2000?

OpenTyrian 2000 offers multiple game modes, including the Full Game experience across five episodes, a dedicated Arcade mode, and a Timed Battle mode for quick challenges.

### Can I play OpenTyrian 2000 offline?

Yes, OpenTyrian 2000 can be played offline. The core gameplay and story modes do not require an internet connection once the app is downloaded.

### What languages does OpenTyrian 2000 support?

OpenTyrian 2000 supports 11 languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Italian, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Japanese, and Korean, making it accessible to a global audience.

### How often is OpenTyrian 2000 updated?

The latest version, 26.5.1, was released on May 12, 2026, indicating active development and updates. The app was last updated on this date.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 26.5.1 — 2026-05-12

What's new in this version:
- Apple TV: tap-to-move on the Siri Remote touchpad now responds correctly
- iPad: fixed menu navigation jumping two entries per press with a game controller
- Improved game controller defaults (R = primary fire, L = sidekick)
- On-screen primary fire button shown by default for new players

### 26.4.2 — 2026-04-23

Bug fixes:
- Fixed L button not confirming in menus
- Fixed controller input handling
- Improved tvOS settings stability

### 26.4.1 — 2026-04-21

New in this version:
- Apple TV support with game controller mapping
- Game controller support on iPhone and iPad (Xbox, PlayStation, MFi)
- Configurable controller button mapping in settings
- iCloud save sync across iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV
- Cheats menu in settings — no keyboard required
- Touch controls auto-hide when controller connected
- Settings panel layout improvements

### 26.3.3 — 2026-03-25

New in this version:
- 5 new languages: Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Japanese, Korean
- All menus, settings, and data cubes fully translated
- High-resolution text rendering for non-Latin scripts
- App Store listing now available in 36 languages

### 26.3.1 — 2026-03-19

Improved controls

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