Chrome extension version of the classic game Space Invaders

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Version
0.1.0
Update
August 23, 2023
Size
107KiB
Developer
Category
Users
239
Rating
1 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Storage
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Space Invaders Extension

Relive the golden age of gaming with our faithful remake of the classic 8-bit arcade hit – Space Invaders! Immerse yourself in the nostalgia of pixelated graphics and thrilling gameplay as you defend Earth against the relentless alien invasion.

🚀 Blast Back to the Past: Experience the magic of retro gaming with our faithful recreation of the iconic Space Invaders. This classic game will transport you straight to the era of arcade cabinets and quarter battles.

🛸 Defend Earth, Save Humanity: As a valiant defender of Earth, it's your duty to annihilate the invading alien horde. Take control of your spaceship, dodge the incoming fire, and unleash your firepower to obliterate the advancing invaders. Show them that Earth won't go down without a fight!

🎮 Quick, Addictive Gameplay: With fast-paced action and addictive gameplay, Space Invaders is perfect for quick gaming sessions or extended high-score hunts. It's the ultimate retro experience you've been waiting for.

Install our Space Invaders game today and immerse yourself in a pixelated adventure that captures the heart of classic gaming. Get ready to defend Earth and write your name in the annals of gaming history!
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "__MSG_extensionName__", "version": "0.1.0", "description": "__MSG_extensionDescription__", "default_locale": "en", "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "permissions": [ "storage" ], "action": { "default_icon": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "19": "icons/icon19.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "64": "icons/icon64.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png", "256": "icons/icon256.png", "512": "icons/icon512.png" } }, "icons": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "19": "icons/icon19.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "64": "icons/icon64.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png", "256": "icons/icon256.png", "512": "icons/icon512.png" }}
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How to download and manually install Space Invaders extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Space Invaders extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install Space Invaders extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Space Invaders extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Space Invaders extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Space Invaders extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the Space Invaders Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Space Invaders extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Space Invaders extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Space Invaders extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Space Invaders extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download Space Invaders extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Space Invaders extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the Space Invaders extension file

Select and download the Space Invaders extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Space Invaders extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Space Invaders extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Space Invaders extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Space Invaders extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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