StarGuard: A Defender-Inspired Arcade

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Defend the sector in this fast-paced, retro-style space shooter built entirely from scratch!

StarGuard is a fully original arcade game that captures the intense, side-scrolling action of classic Defender while bringing its own unique spin to the genre. Pilot your ship through waves of increasingly challenging enemies, each with distinct AI behaviors designed to keep you on your toes.

What Makes It Special

  • Four Enemy Types: Battle against Swarmers with their unpredictable zigzag patterns, Bombers that rain projectiles from above, relentless Seekers that hunt you down, and powerful Mini-Bosses every five waves
  • Combo System: Chain together quick kills to build score multipliers up to 3x
  • Smooth Parallax Scrolling: Gorgeous starfield background creates depth and atmosphere
  • Built for Everyone: Responsive design with full keyboard controls (Arrow Keys/WASD + Space) and mobile touch support
  • 100% Original: Every sprite, particle effect, and animation is procedurally generated – no borrowed assets

Technical Details

Created as a single self-contained HTML file using HTML5 Canvas and vanilla JavaScript, StarGuard runs instantly in any modern browser with no dependencies, no build tools, and no installation required. The entire game is built with clean, modular code featuring object-oriented design patterns for easy customization.

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Whether you’re a fan of classic arcade shooters or just looking for some fast-paced action, StarGuard delivers that “one more wave” addictiveness that keeps you coming back for higher scores.