Space Invaders for the ZX Spectrum and Timex Sinclair
Space Invaders (for ZX Spectrum/TS2068/TC2068) is a free arcade video game that was made by indie developer, SplinterGU. It is a port of the retro classic game, Space Invaders, specifically for the ZX Spectrum and Timex Sinclair range of home personal computers and their corresponding modern emulators today.
Space Invaders (for ZX Spectrum/TS2068/TC2068) joins the likes of Metamorphosis Final game and S.o.L.o in an ever-growing list of game ports that are being made for the classic personal home computer system. The game comes in various versions depending on the system and type of gameplay that players want to experience.
How do I play Space Invaders (for ZX Spectrum/TS2068/TC2068)?
If you're a long-time fan or you've played the classic game before, Space Invaders will feel familiar to you and pretty much plays the same way as you remember it. You get the same retro 8-bit pixel art graphics and the same sound effects throughout, as well. The main game screen has your lives and credits indicated at the bottom, and the individual scores and hi-scores are displayed at the top.
You can play right away by clicking on the Play option from the top of the menu. There's also a score table showing the various enemies you'll face and the corresponding points you get for each one. Head to the Configure Options section to set various parameters in the game, including the number of lives, toggling display options, and choosing the control scheme for Player 1 and Player 2.
Lastly, the game comes with some nice modern additions, such as 50hz refresh rate gaming, some graphics improvements, and support for various joystick and gamepads. Space Invaders is available for the ZX Spectrum and the Timex Sinclair 2068 specifically, and you'll need the correct emulator for either one. The different versions of the game are confusing and don't have clear descriptions, though, so choose carefully.
A touch of nostalgia
If you want to relive the classic or you're looking to experience a rush of nostalgia, there is no game from the past that is as memorable as Space Invaders is. Now, with the help of emulation, it's possible to play the game again with Space Invaders (for ZX Spectrum/TS2068/TC2068). It looks, feels, and plays exactly the way it did all those years ago, and for a lot of people, that is enough to warrant giving it a try.
