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Making your first moves in Space Defender

Try Space Defender at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Look at what changes after your first action. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. 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.

One thing to notice as you play

Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Keep the objective visible.

The objective of a round

Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.

The steps to play

  1. Start and steer.
  2. Hold Fire.
  3. Avoid enemy projectiles.
  4. Clear the final tougher wave to win.

Getting comfortable with the 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. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.

An example before you play

Move sideways between incoming shots. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Verify the rule before continuing.

A useful caution

Post-hit protection is temporary. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.

Read these answers for extra help

While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Space Defender?

Keep this in mind: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.

For my first round, how do I control Space Defender?

Here is the relevant explanation: Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.

For this browser game, what example helps explain Space Defender?

Keep this in mind: Move sideways between incoming shots.

While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?

The key detail is this: Post-hit protection is temporary.

When I return, what format does Space Defender offer?

Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.

For a quick reminder, which play mode does Space Defender use?

Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

Before I begin, where should I start with Space Defender?

For clarity: Start and steer.

While reading the Guide, do I need an account or a payment for Space Defender?

No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

As a new player, how can I find Space Defender again?

Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

As a new player, how do I report an issue with Space Defender?

For clarity: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.

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