How to Play ZXSpace

Your Mission

In ZXSpace you command a defensive cannon protecting cities from relentless waves of invading aliens. Every wave becomes more dangerous, requiring quicker reactions, better positioning and careful use of power-ups.

Your objective is simple: keep your cities alive for as long as possible while achieving the highest score you can.

How a Game Works

Each game begins with a formation of invading aliens approaching your cities. Move your cannon across the bottom of the screen while it fires automatically at enemy ships.

Destroy every alien to complete the wave. Each new wave increases the challenge with faster movement and greater pressure.

  • Move the cannon left and right.
  • Automatic firing attacks enemies.
  • Destroy every alien.
  • Protect your cities.
  • Advance to the next wave.

Move, Position and Survive

Success in ZXSpace comes from positioning rather than rapid tapping. Place your cannon beneath enemy formations so automatic fire can eliminate them efficiently while leaving room to avoid incoming attacks.

Smooth movement is usually more effective than making constant rapid corrections.

Collect Valuable Power-Ups

Power-ups appear throughout the game and provide temporary advantages that can help you survive difficult waves or recover from dangerous situations.

ZXSpace currently includes eight power-ups divided between player-specific abilities and shared-world effects. Visit the dedicated Power-Ups guide for complete descriptions.

Watch for Bonus UFOs

Special UFOs occasionally cross the battlefield and provide valuable rewards when destroyed. Some may award bonus points while others can drop useful power-ups.

Learning when to chase a UFO and when to stay focused on defending your cities is an important advanced skill.

Protect Your Cities

Your cities are your most valuable resource. Allowing too many enemies to reach them will eventually end your game.

Sometimes protecting a city is more important than chasing a high-value target or collecting a power-up.

Progress Beyond Every Game

Every completed game contributes towards your overall progress. Earn BarkinMad Coins, unlock Game Center achievements and improve your position on the global leaderboards.

Even short games help improve your skills while moving you closer to new milestones.

Beginner Tips

New players often focus entirely on destroying enemies. Experienced players balance offence with protecting cities, collecting power-ups and maintaining good positioning.

  • Stay near the centre whenever possible.
  • Protect cities before chasing points.
  • Collect power-ups safely.
  • Learn enemy movement patterns.
  • Practice smooth movement.

Defend Your First City

Everything you need to begin playing ZXSpace with confidence.

Learn the controls, defend your cities, collect power-ups and survive increasingly difficult alien invasions. Every completed game improves your skills while rewarding you with achievements, BarkinMad Coins and leaderboard progress.

Once you've mastered the basics, continue exploring the detailed guides covering controls, power-ups, achievements and advanced strategy.

  • Learn the controls.
  • Protect your cities.
  • Collect power-ups.
  • Earn achievements.
  • Climb the leaderboards.
ZXSpace gameplay
Your journey begins with defending your very first city.

FAQ

How do I complete a wave?

Destroy every alien in the current formation while protecting your cities.

How do I earn BarkinMad Coins?

Complete games and progress through the invasion to earn BarkinMad Coins.

Do I need to tap to fire?

No. Your cannon fires automatically, allowing you to focus on movement and positioning.

What happens when all my cities are destroyed?

The game ends once your remaining lives or defensive cities have been lost.