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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. Use the example below to understand a decision. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
Keep the aim in sight
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. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
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. Use one clear input at a time.
A useful example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Check the stated objective.
Watch out for this
Post-hit protection is temporary. Compare the situation with the worked example. 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?
For clarity: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
How do I control Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
While learning, what example helps explain Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.
On this playing page, 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.
Before I begin, 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.