Stage 5

Earlier today I reached Stage 5 in Space Invaders Extreme for the PSP. This was no small accomplishment. I figure I want to reach Stage 10 and then I can let it go for a while. The level designs for the game are close to genius, and if you think it's a simple arcade game it only takes a few rounds to see that just is not the case.

This game gets into your head and sticks with you.

Apparently, a sequel is out or is due out in Japan. I'm hoping it is brought here, but it shouldn't matter because Japanese PSP games should play on our system.

Beautiful.

Click here if you want to buy Space Invaders Extreme from my affiliate and be sure to check out the other Space Invaders games, including one that looks like a sequel.

30 Years Of Shooting Things

I am not a huge Space Invaders fan. I've played it in the arcade and had it for the Atari 2600, but it was never a favorite like Centipede was. I read some good reviews for Space Invaders Extreme for the PSP (the year it came out, 2008, was the game's 30th anniversary) and decided to pick it up. For under $20 you really can't lose. Hell, you spend just that much on a hummer and sometimes the outcome isn't nearly as good.

I get the game. I put it into my Darth Vader PSP with the Ghost Rider theme. I start playing.

Good God, it is fun.

Addictive? Check. Colorful? Check. Great sound? Check. Chaotic? Check. Replay value? Check.

In an instant my worldview on Space Invaders changed. Would I recommend it to everyone with a PSP? Yes. There is no doubt in my mind that it should be in every collection. And I say this without having gotten past stage four yet.

If anyone has a copy of the soundtrack CD and wants to send me a copy, I'd be forever grateful.

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