THE PLAYBOOK · LOCTITECN
Understand the basics of Air Hockey
Read the aim of Air Hockey, then make your first move. Score seven goals before the computer. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Move your paddle against a computer opponent and score through the opposite goal.
A small practice goal
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Keep the objective visible.
What the game asks you to do
Score seven goals before the computer. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
Follow these playing steps
- Start.
- Move your mallet within the lower half.
- Strike toward the upper goal.
- Goals reset the puck.
Using the playing area
Mouse/touch movement or Left/Right controls. Use the control method described here for this activity. Check any mode label before starting.
Put the rules into context
An angled hit can bank off a side wall. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Consider the next action carefully.
Check this before moving on
You cannot move into the computer’s half. Check the rule before repeating the action. Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round.
Further help with the game
For this browser game, what is the goal of Air Hockey?
The key detail is this: Score seven goals before the computer.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Air Hockey?
Mouse/touch movement or Left/Right controls.
What example helps explain Air Hockey?
Here is the relevant explanation: An angled hit can bank off a side wall.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Air Hockey?
You cannot move into the computer’s half.
For a quick reminder, what format does Air Hockey offer?
Move your paddle against a computer opponent and score through the opposite goal.
For this browser game, which play mode does Air Hockey use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo vs computer. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.