Browser-based Space Invaders tribute with authentic 8-bit aesthetics, global leaderboard, procedural chiptune audio, and responsive touch controls. Built as a rapid prototyping experiment using AI-assisted development.
Pixel-perfect arcade experience across all screen sizes
Retro Arcade Invaders is a faithful browser-based recreation of the classic 1978 Space Invaders arcade game. Built as a demonstration of rapid prototyping capabilities using AI-assisted development, the game delivers an authentic arcade experience complete with 8-bit pixel art sprites, procedural chiptune audio, and global leaderboard competition.
Create a polished, feature-complete arcade game that captures the essence of the original while leveraging modern web technologies. The goal was to demonstrate how AI-assisted development workflows can accelerate the creation of engaging interactive experiences without sacrificing quality or authenticity.
The visual design prioritizes authenticity to the arcade era while embracing modern web aesthetics. The neon color palette—featuring cyan (#00ffff), lime green (#39ff14), and amber (#ffb800)—creates a vibrant atmosphere reminiscent of classic arcade cabinets. CRT overlay effects, glowing borders, and grid-based backgrounds reinforce the retro theme while maintaining visual clarity for gameplay.
This project was built through iterative AI-assisted development, demonstrating the potential of prompt-driven workflows for rapid game development. Key skills highlighted include prompt engineering for generating game logic, architecture planning for component structure, code review and iteration for quality assurance, and integration skills for combining multiple AI-generated systems into a cohesive experience.
The game features a custom procedural audio system built on the Web Audio API. Chiptune-style sound effects and background music are synthesized in real-time, creating an authentic arcade soundscape without requiring large audio file downloads. Individual sound controls allow players to customize their experience.