Word Attack!

The game consists of a series of language-based drill-and-practice minigames and exercises. In one, the arrow keys tare used to fire at correct answer "targets". The nine programs are aimed at grades 4-12.

By October 13, 1984, the game had sustained an 11-week streak on the Billboard Charts for Top Educational Computer Software.^[2] It re-entered the charts on November 3, 1984 at #9,^[3] and again on November 24, 1984 at #7.^[4] By June 15, 1985, the game had stayed on the list for a total of 44 weeks, and was currently at #8.^[5]

The Computer in Reading and Language Arts criticised the gameplay mechanic of shooting the correct multiple choice answers, finding the graphics out of place for an educational title.^[6] InfoWorld deemed it well-organised and flexible, adding that it is an effective teaching tool.^[7]