THE PLAYBOOK · LOCTITECN
An introduction to playing Space Defender
Open Space Defender, check the instructions and begin a round. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Look at what changes after your first action. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. 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.
Take a closer look while playing
Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
Work through the instructions
- Start and steer.
- Hold Fire.
- Avoid enemy projectiles.
- Clear the final tougher wave to win.
Controls
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. Look at the feedback after the action.
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.
Check this before moving on
Post-hit protection is temporary. Compare the situation with the worked example. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Game-specific help
While learning, what is the goal of Space Defender?
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
For my first round, how do I control Space Defender?
For clarity: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
When I return, what example helps explain Space Defender?
For clarity: Move sideways between incoming shots.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
Keep this in mind: 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.
On this playing page, which play mode does Space Defender use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
