THE PLAYBOOK · SZQILUFENG
The Air Hockey playbook
Make Air Hockey your next activity in the game library. Score seven goals before the computer. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Check the rule that explains your first action. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Move your paddle against a computer opponent and score through the opposite goal.
A small practice goal
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Keep the objective visible.
Your objective
Score seven goals before the computer. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
How to proceed
- 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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
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.
A useful caution
You cannot move into the computer’s half. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
A few questions answered
When I return, what is the goal of Air Hockey?
Keep this in mind: Score seven goals before the computer.
For this browser game, how do I control Air Hockey?
Here is the relevant explanation: Mouse/touch movement or Left/Right controls.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Air Hockey?
An angled hit can bank off a side wall.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Air Hockey?
For clarity: You cannot move into the computer’s half.
When I return, what format does Air Hockey offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Move your paddle against a computer opponent and score through the opposite goal.
While learning, 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.