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Why Space Invaders gets faster as you win

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Losing your entire army is a massive motivator for moving faster. As you blast the pixelated aliens from the sky, the remaining few suddenly realize they are incredibly late for an appointment, rushing side-to-side at blinding, impossible speeds.

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