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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. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Begin with the solo vs computer mode shown on the page. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Move your paddle against a computer opponent and score through the opposite goal.
Keep the aim in sight
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. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Score seven goals before the computer. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
A useful example
An angled hit can bank off a side wall. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Verify the rule before continuing.
Watch out for this
You cannot move into the computer’s half. A different version of the game may use a different rule. 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.
Common questions
When I return, what is the goal of Air Hockey?
Here is the relevant explanation: Score seven goals before the computer.
While learning, how do I control Air Hockey?
For clarity: Mouse/touch movement or Left/Right controls.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Air Hockey?
The key detail is this: An angled hit can bank off a side wall.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Air Hockey?
The key detail is this: You cannot move into the computer’s half.
Before I begin, what format does Air Hockey offer?
The key detail is this: Move your paddle against a computer opponent and score through the opposite goal.
For this browser game, which play mode does Air Hockey use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo vs computer. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.