THE PLAYBOOK · SHASHIGEDOU
Learn the rules of Space Defender
Choose a round of Space Defender and settle into its rules. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. 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
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Notice the feedback after each input.
Aim for this result
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Follow these playing steps
- Start and steer.
- Hold Fire.
- Avoid enemy projectiles.
- Clear the final tougher wave to win.
Input guidance
Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Learn from a sample situation
Move sideways between incoming shots. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Take a moment to compare.
Notice this detail
Post-hit protection is temporary. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Answers about the rules and controls
When I return, what is the goal of Space Defender?
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
While learning, how do I control Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Space Defender?
Move sideways between incoming shots.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Post-hit protection is temporary.
On this playing page, what format does Space Defender offer?
Keep this in mind: Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
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.