Take on Virtual Aliens in Google’s New AR Space Invaders Game

TL;DR

  • Google and Taito have launched an innovative augmented reality game called Space Invaders: World Defense.
  • Players can engage in an immersive experience by battling virtual aliens in their real-world surroundings using their smartphones.
  • The game is currently available on ARCore-supported Android devices, with an iOS release coming soon.

Google and Taito have collaborated to introduce Space Invaders: World Defense, a cutting-edge augmented reality game that allows players to combat virtual aliens within their physical environment using their smartphones. This game was developed to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the original Space Invaders video game.

In Space Invaders: World Defense, players will encounter Space Invaders emerging from buildings, hovering in the sky, and taking cover behind structures. Instead of hunting Pokemon, players can now embark on a thrilling alien-hunting adventure. According to Google’s blog post, users can discover new Space Invaders in and around their neighborhoods. They can also unlock special power-ups, team up with fellow players, and share their achievements on social media through an augmented reality selfie.

This game utilizes Google’s ARCore technology, which necessitates the use of an ARCore-supported device. Additionally, Google’s Geospatial API incorporates players’ immediate surroundings, nearby buildings, landscapes, and architectural elements, creating a seamless integration between the game and the real world.

You can now download Space Invaders: World Defense on your Android device. The iOS release is scheduled for July 18, available at midnight according to local user time.

 

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