Game guide · XBZJZX
Your guide to Space Defender
Start Space Defender by looking at the playing area and its controls. 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.
Try a more deliberate round
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.
Understand the aim
Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
Start here and follow along
- Start and steer.
- Hold Fire.
- Avoid enemy projectiles.
- Clear the final tougher wave to win.
Keyboard and screen controls
Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
See the idea in action
Move sideways between incoming shots. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Look for the relevant detail.
Pay attention to this rule
Post-hit protection is temporary. 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.
Questions that come up during play
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Space Defender?
The key detail is this: Clear five enemy waves before losing three lives.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Space Defender?
Pointer/arrow movement and held Fire. Start / pause and New round are available.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Space Defender?
For clarity: Move sideways between incoming shots.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Space Defender?
For clarity: Post-hit protection is temporary.
What format does Space Defender offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Defend your ship through five waves of enemies using the on-screen or keyboard controls.
When I return, which play mode does Space Defender use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
For my first round, where should I start with Space Defender?
For clarity: Start and steer.
For my first round, do I need an account or a payment for Space Defender?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
When I return, 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.
How do I report an issue with Space Defender?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.