Space Invaders Infinity Gene Xbox 360 & PS3 preview: a classic evolved
Space Invaders: Infinity Gene is coming to PS3 and Xbox 360 next week, on September 14 and 15, respectively. Although based on the iPhone version of the game, the HD presentation and the much-needed ability to use a gamepad makes it a worthwhile upgrade over the iPhone version. It's far easier to pull off combos, powered by consecutive shots, with a controller -- especially when you're able to see your ship (instead of your thumb).
For those unfamiliar with the game, the concept centers around the evolution of the shooter. Starting with the iconic intro stage to the original arcade game, Infinity Gene introduces new gameplay and visual elements as you reach certain score targets. The first upgrade allows you to move your ship freely across the X and Y axis, and eventually you'll be able to move along the Z-axis as well. The visuals transform from a monochromatic not-even-8-bit look, to a wild barrage of colorful vectors.
Like the rest of the recent Space Invaders games, Infinity Gene may be more fun to look at, than to actually play. The entire presentation is high-concept -- every time the bright white "EVOLUTION" screen appears on the screen, it's hard not to think how odd this title really is. It's definitely intriguing, but perhaps not everyone's cup of tea.%Gallery-101728%
The console versions of Infinity Gene offer a few upgrades, like additional weapons that change the arc and spread of your lasers. In addition to the requisite leaderboards, there are also a few other modes to explore and conquer, including Music Mode, which generates stages based on the music stored on your console. There's also a Challenge Mode, which adds randomly-generated stages into the mix.
Infinity Gene will be available on the PlayStation Store and Xbox Live Arcade for $10 (800 Microsoft Points).
