Space Invaders EX
A landmark shooter game for the Game Boy Advance, Space Invaders EX combines tight controls with engaging gameplay. Its enduring appeal lies in the perfect balance of challenge and reward.
- Developer
- Torus Games
- Released
- 2002
- Platform
- GBA
- Genre
- Shooter
- Players
- 2P
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 (2.1K)
- Last updated
Space Invaders EX Controls — GBA Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Space Invaders EX 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.
Space Invaders EX Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Space Invaders EX 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
"Space Invaders EX" GBA longplay 2002
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Space Invaders EX released?
Space Invaders EX was released in 2002 for the GBA.
Who developed Space Invaders EX?
Space Invaders EX was developed by Torus Games, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Space Invaders EX support?
Space Invaders EX supports up to 2 players, ideal for couch co-op or competitive sessions on the GBA.
What type of game is Space Invaders EX?
Space Invaders EX is a Shooter game for the GBA, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Space Invaders EX for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Space Invaders EX runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Space Invaders EX in the browser?
No. Space Invaders EX streams from a public archive into a browser-side GBA emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Space Invaders EX?
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 Space Invaders EX 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 Space Invaders EX this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Space Invaders EX. 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.
