THE PLAYBOOK · CHENXIJIXIE
Making your first moves in Air Hockey
Start Air Hockey by looking at the playing area and its controls. Score seven goals before the computer. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Move your paddle against a computer opponent and score through the opposite goal.
Give this approach a try
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Make the next step deliberately.
Understand the aim
Score seven goals before the computer. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
Follow these playing steps
- Start.
- Move your mallet within the lower half.
- Strike toward the upper goal.
- Goals reset the puck.
Keyboard and screen controls
Mouse/touch movement or Left/Right controls. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
One way to understand the rules
An angled hit can bank off a side wall. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Look for the relevant detail.
A mistake to avoid
You cannot move into the computer’s half. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.
A few questions answered
Before I begin, what is the goal of Air Hockey?
Score seven goals before the computer.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Air Hockey?
Keep this in mind: Mouse/touch movement or Left/Right controls.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Air Hockey?
Here is the relevant explanation: An angled hit can bank off a side wall.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Air Hockey?
Here is the relevant explanation: You cannot move into the computer’s half.
For this browser game, what format does Air Hockey offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Move your paddle against a computer opponent and score through the opposite goal.
Before I begin, which play mode does Air Hockey use?
The mode on this page is Solo vs computer. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
