How do I play Space Invaders online?

Click the 'Start Game' button to load Space Invaders in your browser's C64 emulator. No downloads required - the game runs directly in your web browser using JavaScript.

What are the controls for Space Invaders?

Use WASD keys for movement and Left SHIFT for the fire button on Joystick 1, or use arrow keys with Left CTRL for Joystick 2. You can swap joystick ports using the joystick swap button.

Can I save my progress in Space Invaders?

Yes! Use the save snapshot button (floppy disk icon) to save your game state, and the restore snapshot button (folder icon) to load it later. This works like a save state feature.

Who created Space Invaders?

Space Invaders was developed by Chris Smeets in 1983 and published by Keypunch Software.

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Game Information

Space Invaders

Publisher: Keypunch Software

Genre: Space Invaders

Developer: Chris Smeets

Year: 1983

C64 Type: PAL/NTSC

Played: 16 Times

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About Space Invaders

Space Invaders is a space invaders game for the Commodore 64 that was released in 1983. The game was developed by Chris Smeets and published by Keypunch Software.

Now you can play Space Invaders online, directly in your web browser! Our Commodore 64 emulator brings this retro gaming experience to life without requiring any downloads or plugins. Just click "Start Game" and enjoy this piece of gaming history.

Joystick Controls

Joystick 1:

Left: A
Right: D
Up: W
Down: S
Fire: Left SHIFT

Joystick 2:

Left: ←
Right: →
Up: ↑
Down: ↓
Fire: Left CTRL

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How to Play Space Invaders

Getting Started

Click the "Start Game" button to load Space Invaders directly in your browser. This Space Invaders game from 1983 runs using our Commodore 64 emulator - no downloads, plugins, or installation required.

Game Controls

Use the keyboard controls shown in the Joystick Controls section above. By default:

Movement: WASD keys or Arrow keys
Action/Fire: Left SHIFT or Left CTRL
Switch Joysticks: Click the joystick swap icon if the controls don't respond