THE PLAYBOOK · 373GS
How to play Space Defender
Read the aim of Space Defender, then make your first move. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Look at what changes after your first action. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Use the example below to understand a decision.
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. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
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.
Controls
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. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Take a moment to compare.
Watch out for this
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
While reading the Guide, 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?
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?
The key detail is this: Move sideways between incoming shots.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Post-hit protection is temporary.
Before I begin, 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?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.