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Arcade Remix: Invaders Lite

Space-invader style swarm with simple columns, bullets, and speed-up.

Published January 8, 2026

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Quick start

A pared-down invaders swarm: move, shoot, and dodge the marching wall.

Can You Guess?

What makes the swarm feel harder over time?

Play it

Controls: A/D or ←/→ to move, Space to shoot. Score top-left. Space on win to restart.

Tweak it

  • Increase tension: start speed at 1.0.
  • Add invader fire: periodically spawn enemy bullets falling down.
  • Swap colors to match your brand palette.

    • Video walkthrough

    Key Takeaways

    • ✓ Edge-bounce speed-ups add pressure over time.
    • ✓ Simple rectangles and AABB checks are enough for hits.
    • ✓ Cooldowns gate firing rate—tiny changes matter.

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