+opcode #1 Posted October 14, 2009 Space Invaders Collection was my first CV game that I started some 10 years ago. Man, it seems like a lifetime ago now. Anyway, the project started and stopped many times while I was finishing college and finally got released in 2003, after I had met my wife and she kind of inspired me to finish the game. It became a "collection" because I thought Space Invaders wasn't the kind of game that would have generated a lot of interest back in 1982 so I thought that including both Space Invaders and Space Invaders Deluxe in the same cartridge would have been a good marketing decision back then. Anyway, the game is now sold out, but I plan to re-release it soon, probably with some modifications to take advantage of the super module, especially in the sound area. In case you weren't able to get a copy of the original game, you can now play the attached ROM image using any good CV emulator, like BlueMSX. SI.zip 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorGamer #2 Posted October 14, 2009 I couldn't get it to run in Virtual ColecoVision. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+5-11under #3 Posted October 14, 2009 using any good CV emulator I couldn't get it to run in Virtual ColecoVision. There's a few other games that don't work in Virtual ColecoVision, too. I still like it, though, because it's small, and fast. 5-11under Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorGamer #4 Posted October 14, 2009 I guess I'll need instruction cuz I couldn't get it to work in that Blue MSX either Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+opcode #5 Posted October 14, 2009 I guess I'll need instruction cuz I couldn't get it to work in that Blue MSX either You first select "ColecoVision" from "options->emulation", then drag and drop the zip file inside BlueMSX. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorGamer #6 Posted October 14, 2009 I guess I'll need instruction cuz I couldn't get it to work in that Blue MSX either You first select "ColecoVision" from "options->emulation", then drag and drop the zip file inside BlueMSX. ColecoVision is not an option on the Emulation page. Under MSX machine drop down it has MSX2 and Sega options only. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+opcode #7 Posted October 14, 2009 I guess I'll need instruction cuz I couldn't get it to work in that Blue MSX either You first select "ColecoVision" from "options->emulation", then drag and drop the zip file inside BlueMSX. ColecoVision is not an option on the Emulation page. Under MSX machine drop down it has MSX2 and Sega options only. Have you tried to scroll up? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorGamer #8 Posted October 14, 2009 I guess I'll need instruction cuz I couldn't get it to work in that Blue MSX either You first select "ColecoVision" from "options->emulation", then drag and drop the zip file inside BlueMSX. ColecoVision is not an option on the Emulation page. Under MSX machine drop down it has MSX2 and Sega options only. Have you tried to scroll up? Here's what I have Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+opcode #9 Posted October 14, 2009 Open the list. Scroll to the top... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorGamer #10 Posted October 14, 2009 Open the list. Scroll to the top... What version are you running? I only have like 4 options from the drop down. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+opcode #11 Posted October 15, 2009 Open the list. Scroll to the top... What version are you running? I only have like 4 options from the drop down. Probably you downloaded the "minimum" version. You should download the full version that comes with all the BIOSes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Murph74 #12 Posted October 15, 2009 Probably you downloaded the "minimum" version. You should download the full version that comes with all the BIOSes. Working fine on BlueMSX 2.61 and Meka both here. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorGamer #13 Posted October 15, 2009 Yep - the full version is what got me up and running... Another fantastic job. I like the fact that pay attn to details to really bring the arcade experience. It's funny how these essential titles were not written for the CV back in the day. Asteroids is another that comes to mind. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vic George 2K3 #14 Posted October 15, 2009 So far it works on the Cologne emulator for the GBA. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+opcode #15 Posted November 4, 2009 Two fun tricks to do with Space Invaders Collection: 1) Each copy of SIC has a unique number. To find out what is your copy's number press "0" on the 2nd keypad while in the main title screen. 2) In the original SI there is a hidden message from Taito. During demo gameplay, press UP+SHOT+2 followed by LEFT+SHOT+1. That works in the arcade version too. More to come... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Murph74 #16 Posted November 7, 2009 Two fun tricks to do with Space Invaders Collection: 1) Each copy of SIC has a unique number. To find out what is your copy's number press "0" on the 2nd keypad while in the main title screen. 2) In the original SI there is a hidden message from Taito. During demo gameplay, press UP+SHOT+2 followed by LEFT+SHOT+1. That works in the arcade version too. More to come... Cool stuff. Didn't realize Easter Eggs went back so far! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
panzeroceania #17 Posted May 11, 2011 Does anyone know where I could buy a copy of this complete in box? I'd love to have a copy but I didn't get into the hobby until after they were sold. Any info at all would be great. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NIAD #18 Posted May 11, 2011 (edited) Does anyone know where I could buy a copy of this complete in box? I'd love to have a copy but I didn't get into the hobby until after they were sold. Any info at all would be great. Space Invaders Collection and Sky Jaguar are the two Opcode Games' releases that are completely sold out. I got the last Sky Jaguar directly from Opcode a couple months ago and at that time inquired about Space Invaders Collection. Eduardo stated that he may make up another batch of them down the road... but no promises. Looks like we'll all be keeping our eyes on eBay auctions! Edited May 11, 2011 by NIAD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
panzeroceania #19 Posted May 11, 2011 Does anyone know where I could buy a copy of this complete in box? I'd love to have a copy but I didn't get into the hobby until after they were sold. Any info at all would be great. Space Invaders Collection and Sky Jaguar are the two Opcode Games' releases that are completely sold out. I got the last Sky Jaguar directly from Opcode a couple months ago and at that time inquired about Space Invaders Collection. Eduardo stated that he may make up another batch of them down the road... but no promises. Looks like we'll all be keeping our eyes on eBay auctions! yeah I knew they were sold out but was wondering if anyone was selling, ebay it is I guess. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
san-d-2000 #20 Posted May 31, 2011 I also would love a copy of Sky Jaguar and SI Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+opcode #21 Posted May 31, 2011 I also would love a copy of Sky Jaguar and SI Actually I found a few extra Sky Jaguar kits last year when I went to Brazil. So I can now offer a few copies for those interested. I still need to check how many SJ kits I have though, but it shouldn't be more than 10, so if someone is interested send me a PVT message. First come first served basis. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NIAD #22 Posted May 31, 2011 I also would love a copy of Sky Jaguar and SI Actually I found a few extra Sky Jaguar kits last year when I went to Brazil. So I can now offer a few copies for those interested. I still need to check how many SJ kits I have though, but it shouldn't be more than 10, so if someone is interested send me a PVT message. First come first served basis. Dang! Thought that the "SJ Kits" was "SI Kits", then the damn bug moved on my screen... still waiting and hoping. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cebus Capucinis #23 Posted May 31, 2011 I would gladly pay fine American dollars (or exchange my American dollars for another more solvent currency, LOL) for Space Invaders Collection to be released again! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
panzeroceania #24 Posted May 31, 2011 I can't personal message you as I am on my phone but please reserve a kit for me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jordiway #25 Posted April 30, 2013 My space invaders collection box got ruined our basement got flooded and the box is trashed but the game and manual are fine, Im pretty disappointed I left it out anybody got one for sale Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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