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Space Invaders
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| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | Z-Axis |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Space Invaders |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Game Boy Color in 2000, Space Invaders is a shoot 'em up developed by Z-Axis and published by Activision. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter elements.
It landed about 2 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2000 include Wario Land 3, Super Mario Bros. Deluxe and Grand Theft Auto 2.
It is part of the Space Invaders series; on the GBC you can also try Space Invaders. The series also appears on other systems with Space Invaders (2600) and Space Invaders (NES).
Space Invaders supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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 want a game to beat together with a friend
- you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Space Invaders 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.
Space Invaders cheats & codes
7 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Xploder). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 7EA-12E |
|---|---|
| Infinite Shields | 1CB-14B
7E9-6FE |
Space Invaders walkthroughs & guides
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Playing GBC games today
GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.
Space Invaders FAQ
When did Space Invaders come out on the GBC?
Space Invaders was released for the Game Boy Color in 2000.
Who made Space Invaders?
It was developed by Z-Axis and published by Activision.
Is Space Invaders multiplayer?
Yes. Space Invaders supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Space Invaders take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Space Invaders 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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