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198057/100
Shooter

Sci-Fi

A deceptively simple formula defines Space Invaders: defend against waves of descending aliens with a single, horizontally-moving laser cannon. Its genius lies in the gradual escalation, the invaders quickening their advance as their numbers dwindle, forcing players into frantic, reactive gameplay. This arcade classic's impact stems from its elegant design, which spawned a genre and continues to influence game design through its addictive, score-chasing loop and iconic pixelated visuals.

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Space Invaders is a game in which the player controls a laser cannon by moving it horizontally across the bottom of the screen and firing at descending aliens. The aim is to defeat five rows of eleven aliens—some versions feature different numbers—that move horizontally back and forth across the screen as they advance towards the bottom of the screen. The player defeats an alien, and earns points, by shooting it with the laser cannon. As more aliens are defeated, the aliens' movement and the game's music both speed up.

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