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PlayStation · Shoot 'em Up / Action
Space Invaders
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 (originally 1978) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | Z-Axis |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 18 |
Released for the PlayStation in 1997, Space Invaders is a shoot 'em up developed by Z-Axis and published by Activision. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1978. It blends shoot 'em up and action elements.
It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D. Among the 60 PS1 shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
Z-Axis also made Thrasher Presents Skate and Destroy and Space Invaders for the PS1.
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 PS1'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 walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Space Invaders FAQ
When did Space Invaders come out on the PS1?
Space Invaders was released for the PlayStation in 1997; 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.