THE PLAYBOOK · SHANGHAIJXC
Space Defender: what to know before playing
Choose a round of Space Defender and settle into its rules. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. 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.
Give this approach a try
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Notice the feedback after each input.
What counts as success
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Notice how the game responds to your input.
How to proceed
- Start and steer.
- Hold Fire.
- Avoid enemy projectiles.
- Clear the final tougher wave to win.
Input guidance
Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Try this example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Consider the next action carefully.
A useful caution
Post-hit protection is temporary. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. 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.
Questions about this game
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Space Defender?
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Space Defender?
The key detail is this: 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.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
For clarity: Post-hit protection is temporary.
For a quick reminder, what format does Space Defender offer?
For clarity: 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?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.