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Making your first moves in Space Defender
Bring your attention to one round of Space Defender. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Use the example below to understand a decision. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
Something to practise
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Check the rules when you are unsure.
Step by step
- Start and steer.
- Hold Fire.
- Avoid enemy projectiles.
- Clear the final tougher wave to win.
The controls to know
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. A new-round button replaces the current round.
Put the rules into context
Move sideways between incoming shots. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Verify the rule before continuing.
Where a round can go wrong
Post-hit protection is temporary. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Questions about this game
While learning, 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.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Move sideways between incoming shots.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
Post-hit protection is temporary.
While reading the Guide, 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.
On this playing page, 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.
Where should I start with Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Start and steer.
For my first round, do I need an account or a payment for Space Defender?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For this browser game, how can I find Space Defender again?
The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
While reading the Guide, how do I report an issue with Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.