ZXSpace Complete Guide

ZXSpace is a modern take on the classic arcade space defence genre, developed by BarkinMad Studios as part of the growing ZX Series. Your mission is simple to understand but increasingly difficult to master: defend your cities from relentless waves of invading aliens.

Every wave introduces faster enemies, greater pressure and new opportunities to improve your score. Along the way you'll unlock achievements, earn BarkinMad Coins, climb Game Center leaderboards and personalise your cannon with cosmetic skins.

Each game begins with a line of cities protected by your cannon. Alien formations descend towards the surface while attacking both your cities and your defences.

Your objective is to destroy every wave before your cities are eliminated. Survive for as long as possible, protect as many cities as you can and achieve the highest score possible.

• Defend your cities.
• Destroy invading alien formations.
• Collect useful power-ups.
• Repair damaged defences.
• Survive increasingly difficult waves.

ZXSpace uses intuitive touch controls. Drag your finger to move the cannon while automatic firing allows you to focus entirely on positioning and defensive strategy.

Although the controls are simple, mastering movement, anticipation and positioning becomes increasingly important as the difficulty rises.

Every completed game contributes towards long-term progression. Achievements recognise your accomplishments, BarkinMad Coins unlock cosmetic rewards and Game Center leaderboards let you compare your performance with players around the world.

Even if you don't achieve a new high score, every session helps improve your skills while moving you closer to your next milestone.

Power-ups can dramatically improve your chances of survival. Choosing the right moment to collect them often determines whether you successfully defend a difficult wave.

Learning when to prioritise a power-up over destroying enemies becomes an important advanced skill.

The highest-scoring players rarely rely on luck. They learn enemy movement patterns, position themselves before attacks begin and remain calm during increasingly chaotic battles.

Consistent improvement comes from recognising patterns, protecting cities efficiently and maintaining accurate positioning throughout every wave.

• Stay close to the centre whenever possible.
• Anticipate enemy movement.
• Collect power-ups safely.
• Protect cities before chasing points.
• Practice smooth movement rather than constant corrections.

This guide is the starting point for the complete ZXSpace documentation. Each guide explores one area of the game in greater depth, helping new players learn the basics while giving experienced players additional strategies and progression tips.

• How to Play
• Controls
• Power-Ups
• Game Modes
• Achievements
• Leaderboards
• BarkinMad Coins
• Tips & Strategy
• Frequently Asked Questions

ZXSpace will continue to evolve through regular updates, introducing new gameplay improvements, quality-of-life enhancements, artwork and additional content.

This guide will grow alongside the game, making it the central place to learn about every major feature.