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Air Hockey: a guide for your next round
Open Air Hockey, check the instructions and begin a round. Score seven goals before the computer. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Check the rule that explains your first action. Look at what changes after your first action.
Move your paddle against a computer opponent and score through the opposite goal.
Practice with a purpose
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What you need to achieve
Score seven goals before the computer. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Step by step
- Start.
- Move your mallet within the lower half.
- Strike toward the upper goal.
- Goals reset the puck.
Input guidance
Mouse/touch movement or Left/Right controls. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
An example before you play
An angled hit can bank off a side wall. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Verify the rule before continuing.
An important reminder
You cannot move into the computer’s half. Compare the situation with the worked example. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
More answers before you play
On this playing page, what is the goal of Air Hockey?
Keep this in mind: Score seven goals before the computer.
Before I begin, how do I control Air Hockey?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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 a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Air Hockey?
You cannot move into the computer’s half.
While learning, what format does Air Hockey offer?
Move your paddle against a computer opponent and score through the opposite goal.
When I return, 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.
As a new player, where should I start with Air Hockey?
Start.
While reading the Guide, do I need an account or a payment for Air Hockey?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
How can I find Air Hockey again?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
For a quick reminder, how do I report an issue with Air Hockey?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.
