Space Invaders / Qix Silver Anniversary Edition (Ver. 2.03)

Taito / Namco • 2003

Space Invaders / Qix Silver Anniversary Edition (Ver. 2.03) — Title screen
Title screen
Space Invaders / Qix Silver Anniversary Edition (Ver. 2.03) — Gameplay
Gameplay

Relive two classic arcade experiences in this 2003 compilation from Taito and Namco. Space Invaders / Qix Silver Anniversary Edition brings together the original color version of Space Invaders and the maze-based puzzle game Qix, allowing two players to compete simultaneously. In Space Invaders, players maneuver a laser cannon back and forth at the bottom of the screen, defending against waves of descending aliens. Successfully destroying the invaders is key to advancing through the increasingly difficult levels. The second portion of this dual-game cabinet features Qix, where players draw lines to claim territory within a walled-off playfield while evading the Qix itself – a shape that moves around attempting to erase your progress. Strategic line placement and quick reflexes are essential for claiming enough area to achieve victory in Qix. This version, marked as 2.03, provides a nostalgic journey back to the golden age of arcade gaming with two distinct, engaging challenges playable together.

Details

Manufacturer
Taito / Namco
Year
2003
Players
2
Genre
MultiGame / Compilation
Display
raster, rotated 270°
Emulation status
good
MAME ID
invqix

Machine data derived from the MAME project.