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Nintendo 64 · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
Space Invaders
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 (originally 1978) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | Z-Axis |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Space Invaders |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 18 |
Space Invaders is a shoot 'em up released in 1999 for the Nintendo 64, developed by Z-Axis and published by Activision. This N64 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1978. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter elements.
It landed about 3 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 1999 include Resident Evil 2, Super Smash Bros. and Donkey Kong 64. Among the 7 N64 shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Space Invaders series. The series also appears on other systems with Space Invaders (2600) and Space Invaders (NES). Z-Axis also made Fox Sports College Hoops '99 for the N64.
Space Invaders 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 want to experience one of the N64's defining games
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
9 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Activator 1 P1 | D00BF824 0000 |
|---|---|
| Activator 2 P1 | D00BF825 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D10BF824 0000 |
| Infinite Points | 810B51E2 FFFF |
| Power Bar Modifier | 810B51DE 0104 |
| Infinite Lives P1 | 800B51DD 0063 |
Space Invaders walkthroughs & guides
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Playing N64 games today
The N64 is at its best with friends on the couch: its library is packed with four-player party, racing and shooter games. Selected titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
Space Invaders FAQ
When did Space Invaders come out on the N64?
Space Invaders was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999; the original game dates back to 1978.
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.
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.
Read more about Space Invaders 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.