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Space Defender: how a round works

Build familiarity through play

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.

The challenge in front of you

Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.

Making your moves

  1. Start and steer.
  2. Hold Fire.
  3. Avoid enemy projectiles.
  4. Clear the final tougher wave to win.

How to interact with the game

Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. A new-round button replaces the current round.

Learn from a sample situation

Move sideways between incoming shots. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Notice the change in the playing area.

Where a round can go wrong

Post-hit protection is temporary. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.

Questions that come up during play

What is the goal of Space Defender?

For clarity: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.

How do I control Space Defender?

Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.

While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Space Defender?

Keep this in mind: Move sideways between incoming shots.

Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?

Keep this in mind: Post-hit protection is temporary.

For a quick reminder, what format does Space Defender offer?

Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.

For a quick reminder, 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.

On this playing page, where should I start with Space Defender?

For clarity: Start and steer.

For this browser game, 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.

On this playing page, how can I find Space Defender again?

For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

While learning, how do I report an issue with Space Defender?

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.