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Learn the rules of Space Defender
Start Space Defender by looking at the playing area and its controls. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Look at what changes after your first action.
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
Try a more deliberate round
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Refer to the controls when needed.
The objective of a round
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
Start here and follow along
- 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. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
See the idea in action
Move sideways between incoming shots. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Read the matching step again.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Post-hit protection is temporary. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
More answers before you play
On this playing page, what is the goal of Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Space Defender?
Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
When I return, what example helps explain Space Defender?
Move sideways between incoming shots.
What should I watch out for in Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Post-hit protection is temporary.
As a new player, 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.
As a new player, which play mode does Space Defender use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.