THE PLAYBOOK · SYTZNH
How to play Space Defender
Make Space Defender your next activity in the game library. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Use the example below to understand a decision. 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.
Review a difficult moment
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Check the rules when you are unsure.
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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Check any mode label before starting.
A useful example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Watch out for this
Post-hit protection is temporary. Compare the situation with the worked example. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Common questions
What is the goal of Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Space Defender?
Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Move sideways between incoming shots.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: Post-hit protection is temporary.
While learning, what format does Space Defender offer?
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
When I return, 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.
