Battleship: The Tactical Combat Game

Hasbro, Milton Bradley · Board game · 2008
2 · best 2 15 min Weight 1.4/5
6.3 rating Ludopedia
5.2 rating BGG
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6.3 rating Ludopedia
5.2 rating BGG
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RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy the classic Battleship and want a version with a few novelties, this revised edition is a great pick for quick duels!

Highlights
  • Classic with a modern touch
  • Enhanced deduction strategy
  • Renewed components and visuals
  • Fast and tense matches
Keep in mind
  • Novelties might surprise purists
  • Two-player focus
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for another round of Battleship, but with a special twist! This revised edition of the classic brings back the thrill of sinking your opponent's ships, but with some new features that add extra strategic punch. The mission remains the same: be the first to locate and destroy the five enemy vessels, and also rescue your captured man, who might now be hidden on strategic islands on the board. Forget the straight line of the aircraft carrier and the traditional cruiser; here we have a Weapons Platform with a triangular hole pattern, adding an extra challenge when hitting targets. The scoring grid has also been revamped, with a transparent design and a removable map that makes it easier to see who was closer to victory at the end of the game. It's the same nostalgic feel of the game you know, but with a polish that makes it even more engaging for those who enjoy a good deduction and secret deployment game. Perfect for quick and tense matches between two players who don't give up on a good naval duel.

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Game details

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Players: Two-Player Only Games Traditional Games: Battleship
Publisher Hasbro, Milton Bradley
Designer (Uncredited)

Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions
How many players can participate?
This game is designed exclusively for 2 players.
How long does a game session last?
Games are quite fast, typically lasting around 15 minutes.
What is the complexity level of the game?
The complexity is quite low, with easy-to-learn rules, ideal for families and casual gamers.
What has changed compared to the classic Battleship?
The main changes include the addition of islands to hide the captured man, the replacement of the cruiser with a weapons platform with triangular holes, and a more modern grid design.
Is prior knowledge of the original game required?
It's not mandatory, but knowing the classic Battleship can help in understanding the small adaptations of this version.
Is it a good game for children?
Yes, it's a great game for children from a certain age, as it stimulates logical reasoning and deduction in a fun way.

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