THE PLAYBOOK · ZRZCH
Learn your way around Space Defender
Choose a round of Space Defender and settle into its rules. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Look at what changes after your first action. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
Give this approach a try
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Aim for this result
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
A walkthrough of the rules
- Start and steer.
- Hold Fire.
- Avoid enemy projectiles.
- 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. Use the control method described here for this activity. A new-round button replaces the current round.
Try this example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Verify the rule before continuing.
A mistake to avoid
Post-hit protection is temporary. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
If you are unsure
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Space Defender?
The key detail is this: 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?
The key detail is this: Move sideways between incoming shots.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.
For my first round, which play mode does Space Defender use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.