Space Invaders Extreme

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  • Summary: New Look: The classic design of the original SPACE INVADERS, now with revamped graphics and new background movies that add to the game’s excitement. New Music: Get in the groove with up-beat techno tunes that are synched to gameplay. New Mini-Games: Experience varied gameplay with mini-gamesNew Look: The classic design of the original SPACE INVADERS, now with revamped graphics and new background movies that add to the game’s excitement. New Music: Get in the groove with up-beat techno tunes that are synched to gameplay. New Mini-Games: Experience varied gameplay with mini-games (Rounds) that are launched mid-game – they add to the fun, and are a good way to rack up points. New Twists: Discover exciting twists to the classic game that provide swift, fast-paced game play. New Multiplayer Element: Battle against a friend with the all-new multiplayer element, available on both platforms. [Taito]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 41
  3. Negative: 0 out of 41
  1. Gaming Age
    100
    At a $20 price point, Space Invaders Extreme is an absolute steal for DS/PSP owners out there. There's a lot of hidden depth to the single player experience, and you'll get a decent amount of use from the multiplayer aspect as well.
  2. Gaming Nexus
    91
    Space Invaders Extreme is a supremely well done arcade update, and a meaty, addictive portable game in its own right.
  3. Console Gameworld
    90
    A enjoyable experience all around; while perfect for 'retro' gamers, it packs enough style to reel in newcomers as well.
  4. Official Nintendo Magazine UK
    83
    Fast paced, challenging and totally mental, this is a pumping update of the ancient shooter. [Aug 2008, p.87]
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  5. Cheat Code Central
    80
    In theme, premise, and execution, the classic Space Invaders is an archetypal cliché. Space Invaders Extreme recognizes this, and it succeeds where other revivals have failed because it isn't concerned with what Space Invaders was, nor does it try to imagine what Space Invaders would be had it been imagined today. Instead, Extreme looks at what Space Invaders is; what it means to all of us.
  6. Gameplayer
    80
    As it stands, Space Invaders Extreme is a well priced, solid game that is a shining example of how the classics should be remade.
  7. AceGamez
    60
    If old school blasting is your bag then you'll find more than enough here to keep you entertained.
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  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
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  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. StevenW
    Jun 30, 2008
    10
    This is by far one of the most addicting games I've played on the DS so far. Although the game is really not much like Space Invaders -- This is by far one of the most addicting games I've played on the DS so far. Although the game is really not much like Space Invaders -- it's more like Galaga -- it's is incredibly fun. A must have for all DS owners.… Expand
  2. ToneyC
    Jun 18, 2008
    9
    This is a game for old and new. If you like shooters and techno this game is for you. it starts out east but then it get harder and fun. This is a game for old and new. If you like shooters and techno this game is for you. it starts out east but then it get harder and fun. online is easy and fast to set up.… Expand
  4. PatrickA
    Aug 1, 2008
    9
    This game is a pretty fantastic breath of life into a retro classic. The "Extreme" aspects are fantastic and the music syncing (almostThis game is a pretty fantastic breath of life into a retro classic. The "Extreme" aspects are fantastic and the music syncing (almost perfectly) to your shots is a very nice side effect, which finds you trying to make music with your own shooting once you're done blasting aliens. Definitely worth its price.… Expand
  5. ultraRising
    Aug 25, 2019
    9
    Like Pac-Man Championship Edition but for Space Invaders. I love modern remastered games like this.
  6. Sonikito
    Dec 17, 2020
    9
    Shot em up muy divertido y adictivo con muy buena jugabilidad y bastante diferente del juego original.
    Tiene muy buenos efectos sonoros.    Shot em up muy divertido y adictivo con muy buena jugabilidad y bastante diferente del juego original.
    Tiene muy buenos efectos sonoros.
    Graficos y animaciones simples pero atractivos.
    Muy recomendado para partidas rápidas.    … Expand
  7. [Anonymous]
    Jun 20, 2008
    8
    Great game. Adds powerups, music and flashy background animations to spice it up. Plus it's a bargain.. got it for 20$.

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#7 Best DS Game of 2008
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#32 Most Discussed DS Game of 2008
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