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Rules, controls and help for Air Hockey

Practice with a purpose

Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Refer to the controls when needed.

Your objective

Score seven goals before the computer. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Take a moment to understand the current position.

The order of play

  1. Start.
  2. Move your mallet within the lower half.
  3. Strike toward the upper goal.
  4. Goals reset the puck.

Getting comfortable with the controls

Mouse/touch movement or Left/Right controls. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.

Follow the example

An angled hit can bank off a side wall. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Take a moment to compare.

An important reminder

You cannot move into the computer’s half. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round.

Further help with the game

For this browser game, what is the goal of Air Hockey?

For clarity: Score seven goals before the computer.

As a new player, how do I control Air Hockey?

The key detail is this: Mouse/touch movement or Left/Right controls.

On this playing page, what example helps explain Air Hockey?

Keep this in mind: An angled hit can bank off a side wall.

For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Air Hockey?

The key detail is this: You cannot move into the computer’s half.

For my first round, what format does Air Hockey offer?

Move your paddle against a computer opponent and score through the opposite goal.

While learning, which play mode does Air Hockey use?

The mode on this page is Solo vs computer. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

While reading the Guide, where should I start with Air Hockey?

The key detail is this: Start.

On this playing page, do I need an account or a payment for Air Hockey?

No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

While learning, how can I find Air Hockey again?

The key detail is this: 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?

For clarity: 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.