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How to play Air Hockey
Play Air Hockey on QTHCC, then compare your approach with the example below. Score seven goals before the computer. The accompanying practice note focuses on example-led learning.
Bounded-speed computer and simplified disc physics.
Example-led learning
Read the worked example, identify its key decision, then look for a comparable decision while you play.
Your goal
Score seven goals before the computer.
Step by step
- Start.
- Move your mallet within the lower half.
- Strike toward the upper goal.
- Goals reset the puck.
Controls
Mouse/touch movement or Left/Right controls.
A useful example
An angled hit can bank off a side wall.
Watch out for this
You cannot move into the computer’s half.
Common questions
Can you show a concrete example?
An angled hit can bank off a side wall.
What is included in this edition?
Bounded-speed computer and simplified disc physics.
Which controls should I use?
Mouse/touch movement or Left/Right controls.