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How to play Space Defender
Start Space Defender by looking at the playing area and its controls. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. 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.
Focus on one rule
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Keep the controls in easy reach.
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. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
A useful example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Choose a deliberate next step.
Watch out for this
Post-hit protection is temporary. Check the rule before repeating the action. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Common questions
When I return, what is the goal of Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
How do I control Space Defender?
For clarity: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
For my first round, what example helps explain Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Move sideways between incoming shots.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
Post-hit protection is temporary.
For a quick reminder, what format does Space Defender offer?
For clarity: Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
For my first round, 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.
