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How to play Air Hockey
Read the aim of Air Hockey, then make your first move. Score seven goals before the computer. Use the example below to understand a decision. Check the rule that explains your first action. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Move your paddle against a computer opponent and score through the opposite goal.
Review a difficult moment
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Score seven goals before the computer. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Step by step
- Start.
- Move your mallet within the lower half.
- Strike toward the upper goal.
- Goals reset the puck.
Controls
Mouse/touch movement or Left/Right controls. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
A useful example
An angled hit can bank off a side wall. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Check the stated objective.
Watch out for this
You cannot move into the computer’s half. Check the rule before repeating the action. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Common questions
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Air Hockey?
The key detail is this: Score seven goals before the computer.
For my first round, how do I control Air Hockey?
For clarity: Mouse/touch movement or Left/Right controls.
While learning, what example helps explain Air Hockey?
For clarity: An angled hit can bank off a side wall.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Air Hockey?
Keep this in mind: You cannot move into the computer’s half.
For a quick reminder, what format does Air Hockey offer?
For clarity: Move your paddle against a computer opponent and score through the opposite goal.
For this browser game, which play mode does Air Hockey use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo vs computer. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.