THE PLAYBOOK · TCJSJT
How to play Space Defender
Open Space Defender, check the instructions and begin a round. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
Try a deliberate move
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Read that aim before choosing your first action. 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. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use one clear input at a time.
A useful example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Take a moment to compare.
Watch out for this
Post-hit protection is temporary. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Space Defender?
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
Before I begin, how do I control Space Defender?
Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Move sideways between incoming shots.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
Post-hit protection is temporary.
On this playing page, 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 my first round, which play mode does Space Defender use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.