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How to play Space Defender
Open Space Defender, check the instructions and begin a round. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Look at what changes after your first action. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
Focus on one rule
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Step by step
- Start and steer.
- Hold Fire.
- Avoid enemy projectiles.
- Clear the final tougher wave to win.
Controls
Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
A useful example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Look for the relevant detail.
Watch out for this
Post-hit protection is temporary. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
While learning, how do I control Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
For my first round, what example helps explain Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Move sideways between incoming shots.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
For clarity: Post-hit protection is temporary.
For my first round, what format does Space Defender offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
Before I begin, which play mode does Space Defender use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
