Second
LanguageLearn English, Spanish, or Chinese through immersive RPG-style gameplay
Introducing Second Language App
Second Language is a new RPG-style immersive language learning game, launched in 2026.
It is inspired by well-known classic RPGs like Golden Sun, Pokémon, and Final Fantasy, and seeks to create an immersive, quest-based learning process where game progression and language acquisition occur together.
What can I learn now?
Second Language currently provides:
- English, Spanish, and Chinese content
- 250 vocabulary terms and 2,500 practice sentences
- 5,000 words of dialogue
- Audio pronunciation of every word and sentence, in male and female voices
- Reading, listening, speaking, and writing practice challenges
- 20+ hours of gameplay
- Free to play now on Android, iOS, and the web
The world is in active development with more content coming soon.
- Supported Languages
- English, Spanish, Chinese
- Available on
- iOS, Android, web
- Price
- 100% FREE
Second Language RPG is free to download and play as a mobile app on the App Store and Google Play, and can also be played directly in a web browser on a desktop computer.
How it Works
Engineered flow state for language acquisition.
- 1
Collect and master vocab
There are 250 vocabulary terms to collect and then master, scattered throughout the game world.
- 2
Build comprehension
Complete additional challenges, in-game comprehension tests, and stories to build up your understanding.
- 3
Level up
Talk to characters, complete quests, and battle monsters to level up your comprehension.
How to Rank Higher
Your place on the global leaderboard combines all your XP and progress in the game. Everything you do earns XP:
- Collect vocab
- Master vocab
- Comprehension passages
- Read passages aloud
- Mini stories
- Language lessons
- Language notes
- Complete quests
- Pass exams
- Daily Practice
- Challenge practice
Tip: perfect scores earn bonus XP, and Daily Practice builds your XP multiplier.
Immersive comprehensible input
Second Language is designed with the principles of comprehensible input in mind. Exposure to a new language through gameplay will naturally lead to language acquisition.
See it in action
Why Second Language
Because people are tired of flashcards and gimmicks!
Learn through immersive gameplay
This is a full-fledged game, with quests, battles, items, achievements, and more.
Multiple languages, one app
English, Spanish, and Chinese — all taught through the same immersive experience.
Spaced repetition built in
We have a catalog of thousands of practice sentences designed to optimize your learning.
Handcrafted worlds
Classic 2D RPG-style worlds take you back to the nostalgic experience of playing games when you were young.
Context over memorization
Interacting with the language in a contextual environment helps to build real understanding.
Acquire language naturally
Explore hand-crafted worlds, interact with in-game characters, and solve creative quests — all of which require genuine language comprehension.
What players are saying
Messages from people learning with Second Language.
I just found the app, it's a hidden gem! I found it by asking chatgpt immersive language worlds 🤣
I'm really enjoying the app so far — it's difficult and I struggle to remember what characters are what, but I also expect to be that way. I especially love the voiced lines and the speaking lessons! I'm sure I'll enjoy the other language mini games more as I master vocab.
I liked the game gives me a reason to learn through open world exploration as lessons appear through collectibles or mini games. That’s pretty great way to get someone like me invested in understanding the language rather than making it a chore.
Fun and Fun! Strongly recommend to download this app. This app made learning a language so much easier and fun. Sometime I forgot that I’m learning a language…
Well made game. More fun than traditional language learning methods.
太好啊！
Excellent, look forward to more
Discover words as you explore
Collect vocabulary and practice in context
A character walks through the world collecting vocabulary cards.
There are 250+ words to collect and learn in Second Language Start now for free
Questions people ask
Short questions and answers about Second Language.
- Is Second Language RPG free?
- Yes! And there are no ads.
- Do I have to sign up?
- No, you do not!
- Where can I download Second Language RPG?
- Second Language is available on iOS, Android, and you can also play it directly in a desktop web browser.
- Can I play Second Language on my computer?
- Yes, you can play in a web browser on desktop computers.
- Which languages can I learn in Second Language?
- We currently support English, Spanish and Chinese and may add more languages in the future.
- Do I need to know any of the language before I start?
- No, although some basic fundamentals would help (especially for Chinese).
- How is this different from Duolingo?
- Second Language is designed around the principles of comprehensible input and immersive gameplay. We hope to create a unique learning experience, which is more than just drills, flashcards and exercises.
- How is it different from other language learning games?
- Many other language learning games tend to be language learning apps in disguise. We are heavily investing in the game component to create a genuinely fun and engaging gaming experience.
- Does it teach speaking and listening, or only reading?
- Yes, Second Language has a variety of practice exercises which cover reading, writing, listening and speaking.
- Does Second Language teach Chinese characters and pinyin?
- Second Language App supports several specific features for Chinese, including: simplified and traditional characters, stroke writing practice, and pinyin for all content.
- Is there an RPG that teaches you a language?
- Yes, there are a few language learning apps designed as RPGs and Second Language is one of them!
- Is Second Language for kids or adults?
- Second Language App is primarily designed for adult learners.
- Is Second Language RPG on Steam?
- No, it is not available on Steam.
- How long does it take to beat the game?
- Language acquisition is a multi-year endeavor and so is beating the game in the Second Language App! However, for an average player you can probably finish all of the current content in 20–30 hours. More content is on the way, however.
- Who created it?
- Second Language App was created by Sean Smith.
- Is it fun?
- Try it out, and decide for yourself.
Join a global community
Join a vibrant global community of players and compete to rank.
Stephen Krashen·The Input Hypothesis, 1985We acquire language in only one way — when we understand messages; that is, when we obtain comprehensible input.
Try it now
This mini-game is a small taste of the Second Language experience.