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How to play Air Hockey
Air Hockey gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Score seven goals before the computer. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Move your paddle against a computer opponent and score through the opposite goal.
Focus on one rule
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Score seven goals before the computer. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Look at the feedback after the action.
A useful example
An angled hit can bank off a side wall. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Notice the change in the playing area.
Watch out for this
You cannot move into the computer’s half. Compare the situation with the worked example. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Common questions
For a quick reminder, 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 my first round, what example helps explain Air Hockey?
Keep this in mind: An angled hit can bank off a side wall.
What should I watch out for in Air Hockey?
The key detail is this: You cannot move into the computer’s half.
What format does Air Hockey offer?
The key detail is this: Move your paddle against a computer opponent and score through the opposite goal.
Before I begin, which play mode does Air Hockey use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo vs computer. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.