Space Invaders / Space Invaders M

Defend Earth from an inexorable wave of descending alien invaders in this classic shooter. Players control a laser cannon at the bottom of the screen, maneuvering left and right to target the progressively advancing aliens above. Destroying the invaders requires precise timing and skillful aiming as they descend closer to your base defenses. This cooperative two-player version allows for combined strategies against the extraterrestrial threat, making it a perfect test of teamwork and reflexes. Released in 1978, this arcade title sparked a global phenomenon that captivated audiences and influenced video game design for decades to come. The simple yet addictive gameplay quickly propelled Space Invaders into cultural relevance, becoming one of the most recognizable games ever created. While originally released under the Taito name, this version was manufactured by Midway in the United States under license. The invaders themselves move back and forth across the top of the screen, firing at your laser cannon periodically. Destroying them requires careful planning and quick reflexes as they steadily advance toward Earth.