THE PLAYBOOK · XH0411
How to play Air Hockey
A round of Air Hockey at XH0411 begins with understanding the objective. Score seven goals before the computer. The learning focus here is observe, then act, supported by the rule notes below.
Bounded-speed computer and simplified disc physics.
Observe, then act
Look at the full play area and read the status message. Make a deliberate choice and compare the outcome with your expectation.
Your goal
Score seven goals before the computer.
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.
A useful example
An angled hit can bank off a side wall.
Watch out for this
You cannot move into the computer’s half.
Common questions
What is included in this edition?
Bounded-speed computer and simplified disc physics.
Which controls should I use?
Mouse/touch movement or Left/Right controls.
Can you show a concrete example?
An angled hit can bank off a side wall.