Space Invaders for Atari 2600

Defend Earth from wave after wave of alien invaders in Space Invaders for the Atari 2600, the first official home console port of the arcade classic that started a gaming revolution. Armed with a laser cannon, players must shoot descending rows of pixelated invaders while using shields for cover and anticipating the iconic UFO bonus ship. The Atari 2600 version adds a range of game variations, introducing new mechanics like moving shields, invisible enemies, and rapid-fire modes to keep the gameplay fresh.

Key Features:

Iconic Alien Invasion Gameplay
Shoot down rows of steadily advancing invaders before they reach the bottom of the screen.

Bonus UFOs
Aim for the elusive flying saucer that appears periodically for extra points.

Game Variations
Choose from 112 game types, including invisible invaders, zigzag motion, and shield options.

Two-Player Modes
Take turns or compete with a friend in alternating or cooperative play.

Faithful Home Adaptation
Brings the arcade sensation to living rooms with signature sound effects and addicting pacing.

Metadata:
Genre: Shoot-'em-up
Platform: Atari 2600
Developer: Taito (original), Atari, Inc. (port)
Publisher: Atari, Inc.
Release Dates:
North America: 1980
ESRB Rating: Not Rated (Predates ESRB)
Mode: Single-player, Multiplayer (Alternating/Cooperative Variants)