THE PLAYBOOK · GYHUAXIANG
How to play Space Defender
Choose a round of Space Defender and settle into its rules. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. 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.
Notice the feedback
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Keep that objective in view throughout 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. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
A useful example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Notice the change in the playing area.
Watch out for this
Post-hit protection is temporary. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
As a new player, what is the goal of Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
How do I control Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
While learning, what example helps explain Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Move sideways between incoming shots.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
For clarity: Post-hit protection is temporary.
Before I begin, 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?
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.