2600 Invaders

Space Invaders is a legend, and the Atari 2600 version became a classic in its own right. It wasn’t arcade‑perfect — the hardware simply couldn’t manage that — but it made up for it with a pile of fun gameplay variations that kept players hooked.

This remake takes everything from the original VCS release — moving shields, zig‑zag shots, invisible invaders, even two‑player co‑op — and builds on it. You also get eight different visual styles to play in, from a faithful 2600 look to an arcade‑inspired mode, a ZX Spectrum makeover, and even a pen‑and‑paper sketch style.

If you’ve never tried the VCS version before, this is a great way to experience it. And if you grew up with the 2600, consider this your ideal trip back down memory lane.