Space Battle Intellivision box art

Intellivision · Action

Space Battle

Deep cut

SystemIntellivision
Released1979
GenreAction
DeveloperAPh Technological Consulting
PublisherMattel Electronics
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Developed by APh Technological Consulting and published by Mattel Electronics, Space Battle arrived on the Intellivision in 1979 as an action game.

It belongs to the Intellivision's earliest wave of games. Other notable Intellivision releases from 1979 include ABPA Backgammon and Las Vegas Poker & Blackjack. Among the 49 Intellivision action games in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.

APh Technological Consulting also made Basketball, Advanced Dungeons & Dragons: Treasure of Tarmin and NASL Soccer for the Intellivision.

Space Battle 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 Intellivision hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Space Battle is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Space Battle gameplay screenshot on Intellivision
In-game screenshot (Intellivision)

Space Battle walkthroughs & guides

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Playing Intellivision games today

Intellivision games reward patience: many are slower, more strategic designs than their Atari rivals. Official compilations have kept a large part of the library available on modern platforms.

Space Battle FAQ

When did Space Battle come out on the Intellivision?

Space Battle was released for the Intellivision in 1979.

Who made Space Battle?

It was developed by APh Technological Consulting and published by Mattel Electronics.

Is Space Battle multiplayer?

Yes. Space Battle supports up to 2 players.

How long does Space Battle take to play?

As an action game, Space Battle 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.

Read more about Space Battle on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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