THE PLAYBOOK · MU6006
Play Space Defender with the rules at hand
Make Space Defender your next activity in the game library. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
Try a more deliberate round
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Keep the objective visible.
Understand the aim
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
How a round unfolds
- Start and steer.
- Hold Fire.
- Avoid enemy projectiles.
- Clear the final tougher wave to win.
How to use the controls
Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use one clear input at a time.
Try this example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Consider the next action carefully.
An important reminder
Post-hit protection is temporary. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Questions that come up during play
On this playing page, what is the goal of Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Space Defender?
For clarity: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Move sideways between incoming shots.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
Post-hit protection is temporary.
For my first round, what format does Space Defender offer?
For clarity: Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
For my first round, which play mode does Space Defender use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
