ninvaders ☆
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Description:
Space Invaders in the terminal
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Other
Tags: game terminal retro arcade console
Install: brew install ninvaders
About:
Ninvaders is a faithful clone of the classic arcade game Space Invaders, rendered entirely in text for the terminal. It provides the original gameplay experience with simple controls, allowing users to play directly in a console window. The main value proposition is delivering a dose of retro gaming nostalgia in a lightweight, dependency-free package.
Key Features:
  • Faithful clone of the classic Space Invaders gameplay
  • Text-based rendering for compatibility with any terminal
  • Simple keyboard controls for immediate play
  • Lightweight and low on system resource usage
Use Cases:
  • Passing time in a terminal session or SSH session
  • Testing terminal responsiveness and display capabilities
  • A quick nostalgia break for retro gaming enthusiasts
Alternatives:
  • bastet – Bastet is a Tetris clone, offering a different puzzle-based retro experience.
  • nudoku – Nudoku provides a number puzzle challenge instead of an arcade shooter.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 16, 2025 5:11pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 0ff6f486
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