THE PLAYBOOK · CD12372
Space Defender: how a round works
Choose a round of Space Defender and settle into its rules. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Look at what changes after your first action.
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
A focus for your next round
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Refer to the controls when needed.
The purpose of your moves
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
The playing sequence
- Start and steer.
- Hold Fire.
- Avoid enemy projectiles.
- Clear the final tougher wave to win.
Using the playing area
Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available. Read a button’s label before selecting it. A new-round button replaces the current round.
See the idea in action
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. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
A few questions answered
When I return, what is the goal of Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Move sideways between incoming shots.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: Post-hit protection is temporary.
Before I begin, what format does Space Defender offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
