Space Commanders 2

Released in 1985, Space Commanders 2 didn’t reinvent the wheel — it just made it spin faster. The sequel adds smoother animation, a few new enemy patterns, and a slightly more forgiving difficulty curve. It’s still the same premise — one ship, endless alien waves — but everything feels tighter and more polished. The explosions pop, the movement’s smoother, and your thumbs will still ache. It’s the kind of game you boot up “for a quick round” and then realize the sun’s coming up. Simple, addictive, and proudly old-school, Space Commanders 2 proves you don’t need fancy graphics to have a blast — just a steady hand and no fear of blinking.