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Space Defender: learn through an example
Bring your attention to one round of Space Defender. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Look at what changes after your first action. Check the rule that explains your first action. Look at what changes after your first action.
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
Give this approach a try
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Make the next step deliberately.
What you need to achieve
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Keep the controls in easy reach.
A walkthrough of the rules
- 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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Look at the feedback after the action.
A useful example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Keep this in mind
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.
Further help with the game
As a new player, what is the goal of Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
When I return, 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.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: Post-hit protection is temporary.
For a quick reminder, 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.
For a quick reminder, 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.