THE PLAYBOOK · XQIN8
Learn your way around Space Defender
Take a moment with Space Defender before moving to another game. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. 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
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Start with a deliberate move.
Follow these playing steps
- Start and steer.
- Hold Fire.
- Avoid enemy projectiles.
- Clear the final tougher wave to win.
Making selections and moves
Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
See how the rules apply
Move sideways between incoming shots. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Check the stated objective.
A mistake to avoid
Post-hit protection is temporary. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Questions that come up during play
For a quick reminder, 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?
Keep this in mind: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
While learning, what example helps explain Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: Move sideways between incoming shots.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Post-hit protection is temporary.
When I return, 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.
For this browser game, 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.
