Invader
Invader stands as a defining action title on the Game Boy Advance. With polished gameplay mechanics and memorable level design, this classic delivers an experience that has stood the test of time.
- Developer
- Lost Boys Games
- Released
- 2002
- Platform
- GBA
- Genre
- Action
- Players
- 2P
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 (827)
- Last updated
Invader Controls — GBA Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Invader on our in-browser GBA emulator. Plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad to auto-detect mappings, or rebind any key from the emulator settings menu.
| Keyboard | Console button | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ↑ | D-Pad Up | Move up |
| ↓ | D-Pad Down | Move down |
| ← | D-Pad Left | Move left |
| → | D-Pad Right | Move right |
| X | A | Primary action (jump / confirm) |
| Z | B | Secondary action (attack / cancel) |
| Q | L | Left shoulder |
| W | R | Right shoulder |
| Enter | Start | Start / Pause |
| Shift | Select | Select / Mode |
Rebind any key from the EmulatorJS in-game settings menu (gear icon → Controls). A connected gamepad auto-maps to the same buttons.
Invader Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Invader on GBA before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
Watch longplay on YouTube
"Invader" GBA longplay 2002
Invader Cheat Codes
12 community-curated cheats for Invader. Tick any to activate them automatically when you click "Play with cheats" — or copy a code into your own emulator.
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Enable Code (Must Be On)
0000FA35+000A+100003D2+0007 -
Invincible
33000F40+0004 -
Infinite Ships
3300107A+000A -
Infinite Bombs
3300107B+0009 -
Infinite Coins
33001048+03E7 -
Infinite Credits
33001228+0009 -
Max Speed
3300107E+0038 -
Stop Timer
330013E0+0000 -
Weapon 1 Upgraded
33000F91+0002 -
Weapon 2 Upgraded
33000FD9+0002 -
Rapid Fire Weapon 1
33000F84+0000 -
Rapid Fire Weapon 2
33000FCC+0000
External references
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Invader released?
Invader was released in 2002 for the GBA.
Who developed Invader?
Invader was developed by Lost Boys Games, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Invader support?
Invader supports up to 2 players, ideal for couch co-op or competitive sessions on the GBA.
What type of game is Invader?
Invader is a Action game for the GBA, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Invader for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Invader runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Invader in the browser?
No. Invader streams from a public archive into a browser-side GBA emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Invader?
Yes. Save states are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) per game, and you can also use any in-game save the original GBA cartridge supported.
Does Invader work on mobile devices?
Yes — the GBA emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
Is it legal to play Invader this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Invader. Game files are fetched on demand from publicly-accessible archives. You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and the bring-your-own-ROM principle.
