THE PLAYBOOK · 5438GAME
An introduction to playing Space Defender
Bring your attention to one round of Space Defender. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Check the rule that explains your first action. 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.
Try a more deliberate round
Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Notice the feedback after each input.
The challenge in front of you
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
Step by step
- Start and steer.
- Hold Fire.
- Avoid enemy projectiles.
- Clear the final tougher wave to win.
How to interact with the game
Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available. Use the control method described here for this activity. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
A useful example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Verify the rule before continuing.
Pay attention to this rule
Post-hit protection is temporary. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Common questions
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
For this browser game, how do I control Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
What example helps explain Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Move sideways between incoming shots.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Post-hit protection is temporary.
While reading the Guide, what format does Space Defender offer?
Keep this in mind: Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
For this browser game, which play mode does Space Defender use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
