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Learn your way around Space Defender
Open Space Defender, check the instructions and begin a round. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Use the example below to understand a decision. Check the rule that explains your first action. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
Bring this focus to a round
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Refer to the controls when needed.
The purpose of your moves
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.
Step by step
- Start and steer.
- Hold Fire.
- Avoid enemy projectiles.
- Clear the final tougher wave to win.
Keyboard and screen controls
Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Check any mode label before starting.
A useful example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Read the matching step again.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Post-hit protection is temporary. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Questions about this game
As a new player, what is the goal of Space Defender?
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
Before I begin, how do I control Space Defender?
Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
As a new player, what example helps explain Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: Move sideways between incoming shots.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
For clarity: Post-hit protection is temporary.
As a new player, what format does Space Defender offer?
The key detail is this: Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
While learning, 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.