THE PLAYBOOK · SXSRCB
How to play Space Defender
Choose a round of Space Defender and settle into its rules. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
A useful comparison
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
A useful example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the controls nearby.
Watch out for this
Post-hit protection is temporary. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Common questions
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?
The key detail is this: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Move sideways between incoming shots.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
Post-hit protection is temporary.
While reading the Guide, 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.
While reading the Guide, 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.