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Space Invaders: Infinity Gene coming to iPhone photo

Being the massive Space Invaders fan that I am, I've had an ear open for any word regarding a little-known addition to the franchise, called Space Invaders: Infinity Gene. Originally a Japan-only release for mobile phones, it was looking like we'd never see this one come stateside, but Brandon Boyer over at the lovely Offworld has just received word from Taito that the company will indeed be bringing this delicious new addition to us via the iPhone.

It's quite a departure from the norm in terms of recent Space Invaders makeovers like the Extreme series, with a razor-sharp, monochromatic vector look more akin to the original from 30 years ago. What really sets it apart, however, is the gameplay. Infinity Gene features elements often seen in the more modern shooters it inspired: warning screens, huge bosses, rapid-fire weapons, navigable environments, and most interesting of all, freedom from the X axis.

A series first, you'll be able to move your ship anywhere on the screen using touch controls. That's kind of like walking into a room to find your grandpa breakdancing. Adding to both the awesome factor and retro appeal, Infinity Gene also features a low-fi, chiptune-esque soundtrack that ties the whole deal together into something that has finally made me want a goddamn iPhone.

Very exciting stuff for Space Invaders fans, and we'll keep you updated as more info surfaces. In the meantime, you can check out a video of some gameplay after the jump to get an idea of just how cool this looks.

WANT NAO.
 







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Stella Wong's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/15/2009 07:04
Stella Wong
Indeed I love me some space invaders! :D
TheStripe's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/15/2009 07:21
TheStripe
I'm down.
Tha_Meat's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/15/2009 07:21
Tha_Meat
@ Topher
Are you aware of Galaga remix? Has the original game plus an up to date version of it on the iPhone and ipod touch. Plus, for another shooter on the app store, since you dont have an iphone yet find a buddy to download "space deadbeef", and yes the spelling is correct, and yes it is free. Its fun for a few levels, but what I like most about it is the control scheme.
Topher Cantler's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/15/2009 08:03
Topher Cantler
I've actually played Space Deadbeef, I quite enjoyed it.
dipnlik's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/15/2009 08:12
dipnlik
WANT NAO too.

Also, I'm totally with Tha Meat in regard to Space Deadbeef, it's control scheme is effin' awesome. (Galaga Remix? Not so much :p)
eternalplayer2345's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/15/2009 08:21
eternalplayer2345
I wish I had an ipod touch now this looks amazin!
Tino's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/15/2009 08:25
Tino
Space Deadbeef was fantastic.

Also this game looks pretty sweet.
Tha_Meat's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/15/2009 08:34
Tha_Meat
I want to get a dog just so I can name it Space Deadbeef.
Chronic Logic's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/15/2009 08:45
Chronic Logic
Only for the iphone? How bout porting it?
JynxShot's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/15/2009 12:06
JynxShot
Oh my god that looked epic as hell!

And Space Deadbeef is awesome. I wish there were a paid version with more variety but it's still great for free.
Solid Squirrel's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/15/2009 12:54
Solid Squirrel
@Tha Meat That Galaga Remix for iPhone was a travesty when it came to the updated version. The controls handled like a boat. If Taito uses the accelerometer as well as iFighter does, it will be a brilliant port. Leave the moving to the tilting and the firing to touch and they'll have a winner on their hands.
kingtobo's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/15/2009 14:22
kingtobo
Needs a DS port.
Holiday's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/16/2009 00:58
Holiday
Rather, check out this take on Missile Command:
http://www.earthvsmoongame.com/website/
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