Videocart-26: Alien Invasion

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You’re a lone turret defending the planet line from pixelated aliens in this 1981 arcade reimagining. Move left or right, duck behind three shrinking barriers, and blast invaders before they touch the ground. Each wave gets tougher as the ships rearrange, fire back, and inch closer to your base. Take out the rare flying mothership for a life saver, or just extra points. Three lives, no mercy. Simple but tricky, this Fairchild Channel F title predates home console dominance and showcases early arcade-style action. Though rough by modern standards, its tight controls and escalating tension have earned it a spot in retro collections. Community archives note it as a key example of 80s gaming minimalism, with some players praising its pure, no-frills challenge. Not a system seller, but a quick fix for those craving old school high scores.