Space Invaders Part II (Taito, bigger ROMs)
Taito • 1979
Also known as: Space Invaders Deluxe, Moon Base Zeta


Space Invaders Part II builds upon the classic gameplay that captivated arcades in the late 1970s. As a player, you control a laser base along the bottom of the screen, defending against descending waves of aliens. The objective remains the same: destroy all invaders before they reach your defenses. This iteration introduces several new elements to the familiar formula, including alien formations that advance across the screen and split into smaller units upon being hit. Beyond the standard enemies, keep an eye out for special UFOs offering higher point values and occasional bonus ships passing overhead. Intermissions now punctuate the action, and a "rainbow" scoring event can be triggered with skillful play. The game's technical enhancements deliver a slightly more complex challenge while retaining the core appeal of its predecessor. Notably, Space Invaders Part II also features a hidden message trick accessible through a specific button combination, offering a unique easter egg for dedicated players to discover.
Details
- Manufacturer
- Taito
- Year
- 1979
- Players
- 2
- Genre
- Shooter / Gallery
- Display
- raster, rotated 270°
- Emulation status
- imperfect
- MAME ID
- invadpt2
Machine data derived from the MAME project.