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Learn your way around Space Defender
Try Space Defender at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
An idea for your next attempt
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. The example below illustrates a decision.
The order of play
- 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. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Use one clear input at a time.
Try this example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Choose a deliberate next step.
Where a round can go wrong
Post-hit protection is temporary. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Further help with the game
For this browser game, what is the goal of Space Defender?
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
For my first round, 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.
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.
As a new player, 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.
While learning, where should I start with Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: Start and steer.
While learning, do I need an account or a payment for Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
As a new player, how can I find Space Defender again?
Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
Before I begin, how do I report an issue with Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.