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Game Boy Advance · Shoot 'em Up
Invader
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2002 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Lost Boys Games |
| Publisher | Xicat Interactive |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Invader is a shoot 'em up released in 2002 for the Game Boy Advance, developed by Lost Boys Games and published by Xicat Interactive.
It came out in the GBA's second year on the market. Other notable GBA releases from 2002 include Sonic Advance 2, Metroid Fusion and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Four Swords.
Lost Boys Games also made Black Belt Challenge for the GBA.
Invader supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Invader is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Invader cheats & codes
12 codes on file (Code Breaker). Here are a few Code Breaker codes to start with:
| Invincible | 33000F40
0004 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Ships | 3300107A
000A |
| Infinite Bombs | 3300107B
0009 |
| Infinite Coins | 33001048
03E7 |
| Infinite Credits | 33001228
0009 |
| Max Speed | 3300107E
0038 |
Invader walkthroughs & guides
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Playing GBA games today
The GBA is one of the best-value retro libraries around, with deep RPGs and tactics games that suit portable play. A growing selection is on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, and Rec0m88 supports GBA if you own the games.
Invader FAQ
When did Invader come out on the GBA?
Invader was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002.
Who made Invader?
It was developed by Lost Boys Games and published by Xicat Interactive.
Is Invader multiplayer?
Yes. Invader supports up to 2 players.
How long does Invader take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Invader typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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