THE PLAYBOOK · LYSTDQ
Getting started with Space Defender
Read the aim of Space Defender, then make your first move. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
An idea for your next attempt
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.
Your goal
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
How to proceed
- Start and steer.
- Hold Fire.
- Avoid enemy projectiles.
- Clear the final tougher wave to win.
Using the playing area
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.
One way to understand the rules
Move sideways between incoming shots. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Keep the game’s format in mind.
One detail worth checking
Post-hit protection is temporary. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Answers about the rules and controls
Before I begin, what is the goal of Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
How do I control Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
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?
The key detail is this: Post-hit protection is temporary.
Before I begin, 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.
When I return, 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.