THE PLAYBOOK · HRZBANJIA
Rules, controls and help for Space Defender
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Space Defender. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. 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.
Practice with a purpose
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Notice the feedback after each input.
The challenge in front of you
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.
From the start of a round
- Start and steer.
- Hold Fire.
- Avoid enemy projectiles.
- Clear the final tougher wave to win.
How your actions work
Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
One way to understand the rules
Move sideways between incoming shots. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Take a moment to compare.
Notice this detail
Post-hit protection is temporary. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
A few questions answered
For my first round, what is the goal of Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
Before I begin, how do I control Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Move sideways between incoming shots.
What should I watch out for in Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Post-hit protection is temporary.
While reading the Guide, 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.
When I return, which play mode does Space Defender use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
