Defender for the GameCube, a modern remake of the classic 1980s arcade game, was released in 2002. In this action-packed space shooter, players defend against an alien invasion, piloting their ship through various missions with an objective to save humanoids from alien abduction. The game fuses the old-school gameplay of the original with updated 3D graphics and new features, offering a nostalgic yet fresh experience. It belongs to the shoot 'em up genre, appealing to both fans of the classic and new players.