THE PLAYBOOK · HONGRENYOU
How to play Space Defender
Bring your attention to one round of Space Defender. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
A careful first round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Step by step
- 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. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Use one clear input at a time.
A useful example
Move sideways between incoming shots. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Take a moment to compare.
Watch out for this
Post-hit protection is temporary. Check the rule before repeating the action. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Common questions
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Space Defender?
For clarity: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
When I return, how do I control Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.
