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How to play Space Defender
Space Defender gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. 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. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. The example below illustrates a decision.
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. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. A new-round button replaces the current round.
A useful example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Watch out for this
Post-hit protection is temporary. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Common questions
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.
When I return, what example helps explain Space Defender?
For clarity: Move sideways between incoming shots.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Post-hit protection is temporary.
What format does Space Defender offer?
The key detail is this: Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
While reading the Guide, 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.