Underplayed Gems

Alien Invasion (1990)

Alien Invasion cover
Platforms
Acorn 32-bit, C64, VIC-20
Genres
Action
Rating
3.5 of 5, 8 player ratings
Where to get it
My Abandonware
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

It feels like a classic arcade shooter, frantic and repetitive, with a focus on quick reflexes rather than deep strategy.

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Screenshots

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