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Space Invaders
Space InvadersDefend Earth from alien waves with a classic arcade shooter
Space Invaders Extreme
Space Invaders ExtremeClassic arcade shooter reborn with futuristic graphics and new power‑ups
Overview
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Space Invaders is a pioneering arcade shooter released in 1978, challenging players to protect Earth by blasting descending alien formations with a laser cannon. The simple yet addictive gameplay rewards precision and timing as the alien speed increases with each wave. Now available on iOS, this timeless classic brings retro pixel graphics and high‑score competition to modern handheld devices, preserving the original feel while offering touch‑screen controls for on‑the‑go play.

Space Invaders Extreme brings the iconic alien‑blasting action of the original arcade hit into the modern era, featuring sleek, futuristic visual design and cutting‑edge audio that heighten the intensity of each wave. The game expands the classic formula with a wide variety of new power‑ups, delivering fresh strategic depth while preserving the addictive core gameplay that fans love.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Action & Shooter
Action & Shooter
Best for
Fans of classic arcade shooters
Fans of classic arcade shooters
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Taito
Guilti, Backbone Entertainment, Taito
publisher
Midway Manufacturing, Taito, Sharp, My Arcade
Square Enix, Degica Games, Taito
age rating
ESRB E
PEGI 3, ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
—
80/100
General
release date
1978-06-01
2008-02-21
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Simple, intuitive controls
  • Addictive high‑score chase
  • Faithful recreation of the 1978 original
  • Touch‑optimized for mobile
  • Faithful to the original gameplay
  • Stunning modern graphics
  • Variety of new power‑ups
  • Robust leaderboard system
Cons
  • Limited to single‑player mode
  • No modern graphics upgrades
  • May feel repetitive after extended play
  • Limited to single‑player mode
  • No online multiplayer
  • Occasional performance dips on older PCs
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