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How to play Space Defender
Read the aim of Space Defender, then make your first move. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Look at what changes after your first action. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
Read before acting
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
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. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
A useful example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Read the matching step again.
Watch out for this
Post-hit protection is temporary. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.
Common questions
Before I begin, what is the goal of Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
Before I begin, how do I control Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Space Defender?
For clarity: Move sideways between incoming shots.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
For clarity: Post-hit protection is temporary.
As a new player, what format does Space Defender offer?
For clarity: Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
While learning, which play mode does Space Defender use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
