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Zool
Zool is a side-scrolling action platformer developed by Gremlin Graphics and released in 1993 for DOS. Players control Zool, a colorful gremlin character, navigating through vibrant, themed levels filled with platforms, enemies, and collectibles. The game emphasizes fast-paced platforming with tight controls, allowing players to jump, climb, and interact with the environment. Each level features distinct visual themes and increasing difficulty. Zool must avoid or defeat enemies while collecting items to progress. The gameplay combines exploration with reflex-based challenges, requiring players to master level layouts and timing. Multiple levels present varied obstacles and enemy types, providing escalating difficulty throughout the game.
- Released
- 1993
- Platform
- DOS
- Genre
- Action
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 (2.1K)
- Last updated
Zool Controls — DOS Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Zool on our in-browser DOS emulator. Plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad to auto-detect mappings, or rebind any key from the emulator settings menu.
DOS games use the keyboard directly as the controller — there is no console-button mapping. Open the in-game documentation or check the game-specific options screen for the key layout used by this title.
Rebind any key from the EmulatorJS in-game settings menu (gear icon → Controls). A connected gamepad auto-maps to the same buttons.
Zool Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Zool on DOS before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
Watch longplay on YouTube
"Zool" DOS longplay 1993
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Zool released?
Zool was released in 1993 for the DOS.
What type of game is Zool?
Zool is a Action game for the DOS, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Zool for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Zool runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Zool in the browser?
No. Zool streams from a public archive into a browser-side DOS emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Zool?
Yes. Save states are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) per game, and you can also use any in-game save the original DOS cartridge supported.
Does Zool work on mobile devices?
Yes — the DOS emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
Is it legal to play Zool this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Zool. Game files are fetched on demand from publicly-accessible archives. You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and the bring-your-own-ROM principle.
