The game uses simple left-right movement and single-shot firing. The player must dodge enemy shots, use shields as temporary cover, and clear rows of aliens before they reach the bottom. As enemies are eliminated, the remaining invaders speed up, making each wave more dangerous. Scoring comes from destroying aliens, with pressure increasing as the formation thins out.
Developed by Taito and published by Midway, Space Invaders is a landmark fixed shooter. Players control a laser cannon at the bottom of the screen, destroying descending waves of aliens while managing movement, timing, and cover. Its endless-wave structure and score-chasing loop helped define the arcade shooter genre and made it one of gaming's most influential early hits.
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1978-01-01
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Start by clearing one side to control the formation and avoid creating awkward gaps. Preserve part of the shields instead of punching through all of them. Focus on the lowest aliens first when the formation drops close to the bottom line.
No cheats or unlockables available
Tips
Keep your movement compact so you can react quickly.
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Avoid wasting shots when the formation is speeding up.
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Fire from the edges of shield cover to limit self-inflicted damage.
User Reviews
Simple rules, but the score chase keeps it highly addictive.
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A defining early shooter that still feels tense and rewarding.
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The Atari 2600 version keeps the core fun, even if it's visually minimal.
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