Category: Asteroids

Playing the classic Asteroids game is both fun and challenging! Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to play:
Objective
The main goal of Asteroids is to survive as long as possible while destroying as many asteroids and flying saucers as you can to earn points.
Controls

Thrust: Use the thrust button (often the up arrow key) to propel your spaceship forward.
Rotate: Use the left and right arrow keys to rotate your spaceship.
Fire: Press the fire button (usually the spacebar) to shoot at asteroids and enemies.
Hyperspace: Some versions of the game have a hyperspace button (often the down arrow key) that makes your spaceship disappear and reappear at a random location on the screen.

Gameplay Tips

Move Cautiously: Only use thrust when necessary. It’s easy to lose control and crash into asteroids.
Aim Carefully: Focus on hitting the larger asteroids first. When destroyed, they break into smaller, faster-moving pieces.
Stay Alert: Watch out for flying saucers that appear periodically and shoot back at you.
Use Hyperspace Sparingly: If available, use hyperspace as a last resort to avoid collision. It’s unpredictable and might place you in a worse position.
Stay Near the Center: Avoid the edges of the screen, as new asteroids can appear unexpectedly.

Scoring

Large Asteroids: 20 points each
Medium Asteroids: 50 points each
Small Asteroids: 100 points each
Small Saucer: 1,000 points each
Large Saucer: 200 points each