## UAT Checklist (v0.2 - Current)

**Preparation**: Open `index.html` (or serve). Play 5-10 minutes per tester. Note bugs, feel, suggestions in Issue comments or new issues.

### Core Controls & Flight (FR-1.2)
- [ ] Ship momentum responsive? (thrust feels good, no sticky controls)
- [ ] Can navigate terrain without frustration? Skim ground safely?
- [ ] World wrap seamless?

### Combat (FR-1.3, 1.4)
- [ ] Laser accurate, satisfying? Rate of fire good?
- [ ] Enemies (landers, bombers) challenging but fair? AI seeks humans?
- [ ] Collisions feel fair?

### Rescue (FR-1.5)
- [ ] Abduction visible? Shoot lander → human falls?
- [ ] Catching falling humans rewarding? Bonus points work?

### Specials & Progression (FR-1.3, 1.7)
- [ ] Smart Bomb (Shift) effective screen clear?
- [ ] Hyperspace (H) fun/risky?
- [ ] Waves advance smoothly? Increasing difficulty?

### Polish (FR-1.6, 1.8, 1.9)
- [ ] Radar useful for awareness?
- [ ] HUD clear? Particles/explosions immersive?
- [ ] Audio cues (laser/explosion/catch) enhance experience?
- [ ] Pause/Game Over intuitive?

### General
- [ ] 60 FPS stable?
- [ ] Fun factor? Reminiscent of classic Defender?
- [ ] Bugs/crashes? Edge cases (low lives, many entities)?

**Pass Criteria**: All core [ ] marked, major bugs fixed, positive feedback on feel. Then advance to Phase 2.

Mark issues or reply here with results!