The best games like Battleship 2026

Looking for games like Battleship? Then we have just the thing: the list of the best deduction games similar to Battleship 2026.

What makes games similar to Battleship?

Battleship is a classic deduction game featuring:

  • Grid-based gameplay
  • Hidden information
  • Logical deduction
  • Two-player competitive action

List of the best games like Battleship 2026

In this list we have compiled the best games that share similarities with Battleship's deduction and grid-based mechanics.

The following list contains games that capture the essence of Battleship-like gameplay:

This list was last updated on June 13, 2026. There's also a print version for this list .
  1. Just One

    Just One

    Just One is a cooperative party game that combines elements of mystery and creativity. Players work together to guess as many words as possible, using unique clues provided by their teammates.

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    3–7 20–60 min 8+ Immediately playable
    + 5 € above the best price
    21 € at Amazon*
    Video reviews 1
  2. Codenames

    Codenames

    Codenames is a captivating and popular party game that involves clever wordplay and deduction. Two teams compete, each led by a spymaster who knows the secret identities of 25 agents, represented by cards bearing single-word codenames like "disease," "Germany," or even "carrot." The objective is for each team to be the first to correctly identify all their agents based on clues given by their spymaster, while avoiding the dangerous assassin.

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    2–8 15 min 10+ Immediately playable
    + 2 € above the best price
    17 € at Amazon*
  3. MicroMacro: Crime City

    MicroMacro: Crime City

    MicroMacro: Crime City is a unique detective game that immerses players into a detailed and expansive cityscape to solve intriguing crimes. The game centers around a large, detailed map of a city where various crimes have occurred. Players become detectives tasked with unraveling these mysteries using the clues scattered across the city.

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    1–4 15–45 min 12+ Immediately playable
    + 1 € above the best price
    16 € at Amazon*
  4. Trio

    Trio

    Trio is a card game where players search for triplets. The deck consists of 36 cards, numbered from 1 to 12 three times. Players sort their hands from low to high and take turns revealing cards, aiming to collect sets of three matching cards.

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    3–6 15 min 6+ Immediately playable
    + 2 € above the best price
    14 € at Amazon*
  5. Top Ten

    Top Ten

    Top Ten is a lively party game that challenges players to creatively rank responses based on humorous or bizarre scenarios. Each player’s task is to align their answer with a secret number they are assigned, ranging from worst (1) to best (10), according to the theme provided by the round's chief. The game combines elements of comedy, strategy, and social deduction as players try to guess and assign the correct rankings to each other's answers.

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    4–9 30 min 14+ Immediately playable
  6. Love Letter

    Love Letter

    In Love Letter, you must compete with other suitors to deliver a romantic letter to Princess Annette, who has secluded herself in the palace.

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    2–4 20 min 10+ Immediately playable
    + 28 € above the best price
    39 € at Amazon*
  7. Codenames: Duet

    Codenames: Duet

    Embark on a collaborative journey of espionage in Codenames Duet, where the familiar elements of Codenames persist – providing one-word clues to unveil your agents among those on the table. This time, however, you and your teammate work together to uncover all your agents, adding a thrilling cooperative dimension to the challenge. The mystery of not knowing your agents from the outset adds an intriguing layer to the mission, raising questions that even Congressional investigators might ponder later!

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    2 15–30 min 11+ Immediately playable
    + 3 € above the best price
    22 € at Amazon*
    Video reviews 1
  8. The Crew: Mission Deep Sea

    The Crew: Mission Deep Sea

    The Crew: Mission Deep Sea is a cooperative trick-taking card game that embarks players on an underwater expedition to discover the lost continent of Mu. Building on the foundations of its predecessor, The Crew, this game combines the familiar mechanics of trick-taking with unique cooperative elements and a compelling thematic narrative.

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    2–5 20 min 10+ Easy to learn
  9. Azul

    Azul

    Azul is a tile-laying game inspired by Portuguese azulejos: as artisans, players draft colored tiles from suppliers and place them in patterns to decorate the walls of the Royal Palace of Evora, scoring points for clever arrangements.

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    2–4 30–45 min 8+ Easy to learn
    Video reviews 1
  10. Bomb Busters
    2–5 30 min 10+ Easy to learn
  11. Times Up! The Celebrities Charades Game

    Times Up! The Celebrities Charades Game

    Time's Up! is a lively and entertaining charades-based party game, ideal for playing in teams of two or more. It's particularly engaging when played with teams of two. The game revolves around guessing famous historical or fictional characters, with each player contributing to a communal deck of names used across three distinct rounds.

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    4–18 90 min 12+ Immediately playable
  12. ito
    2–10 10 min 8+ Immediately playable
    + 1 € above the best price
    16 € at Amazon*
  13. Stella: Dixit Universe

    Stella: Dixit Universe

    Stella: Dixit Universe offers a fresh and competitive twist to the beloved Dixit game, inviting players to dive into a world where interpretation and intuition meet under the stars. As Starseekers, players will explore thematic imagery on Dixit cards, using a shared clue to guide their choices and strategically score points by aligning their interpretations with those of others.

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    3–6 30 min 8+ Immediately playable
  14. Deception: Murder in Hong Kong

    Deception: Murder in Hong Kong

    Deception: Murder in Hong Kong offers a riveting game of deduction and deception designed for 4-12 players, providing an immersive experience in approximately 20 minutes.

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    4–12 20 min 14+ Easy to learn
  15. Silver & Gold

    Silver & Gold

    Silver & Gold is a board game that offers players the thrill of discovering distant islands filled with golden treasures.

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    2–4 20 min 8+ Immediately playable
    + 3 € above the best price
    13 € at Amazon*
  16. Phantom Ink

    Phantom Ink

    Renowned mediums compete to decipher a secret object and prove their connection to the "spirit world." The first team to identify the secret object wins.

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    2–8 10–15 min 13+ Immediately playable
    + 3 € above the best price
    20 € at Amazon*
  17. That's Not a Hat

    That's Not a Hat

    Can you remember a few things? It sounds simple, but it’s a challenge! Players give each other gifts and try to recall who gave them what and which gift they have in front of them. If they can’t remember, they must bluff to avoid a penalty point.

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    3–8 15 min 8+ Immediately playable
    + 1 € above the best price
    8 € at Amazon*
  18. Captain Flip

    Captain Flip

    Ahoy, Captain! Raise your flag, recruit a crew, and fill your coffers with shiny gold coins. The game is simple and can be explained faster than a cannon shot. On your turn, draw a tile from the bag; if you like it, keep it, and if not, flip it over. Place it on your board to build your crew. With nine characters and four boards featuring different tactics, it offers an engaging and fun experience.

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    2–5 20 min 8+ Immediately playable
    + 5 € above the best price
    22 € at Amazon*
  19. MicroMacro: Kids – Crazy City Park
    1–4 15–45 min 6+ Immediately playable
    + 3 € above the best price
    25 € at Amazon*
  20. Cartographers

    Cartographers

    Cartographers: A Roll Player Tale transports players to a realm where they take on the roles of mapmakers, tasked by Queen Gimnax to chart the northern territories for the Kingdom of Nalos. This game combines elements of strategy and creativity, challenging players to create the most efficient and aesthetically pleasing maps.

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    1–100 30–45 min 10+ Easy to learn
    + 3 € above the best price
    20 € at Amazon*
  21. Star Wars: Jabba's Palace – A Love Letter Game

    Star Wars: Jabba's Palace – A Love Letter Game

    Jabba's lair is a place of danger and deception. Players compete with members of the Rebel Alliance and the residents of Jabba's Palace, using the abilities of iconic characters while trying to outsmart their opponents. The game retains the simple and fun mechanics of the original, introducing Agenda cards that offer new victory conditions and additional strategic depth.

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    2–6 20 min 10+ Immediately playable
  22. Time's Up! Edición Azul

    Time's Up! Edición Azul

    Players form teams to participate in a charades-based party game. Each player selects cards featuring famous historical or fictional characters, which are then shuffled into a common set for three rounds. Team members take turns giving clues to help each other guess as many names as possible within a time limit, using varying rules for hints and responses in each round.

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    4–12 45 min 12+ Immediately playable
  23. Survive: Escape from Atlantis!

    Survive: Escape from Atlantis!

    1982 Edition

    Survive: Escape from Atlantis! is a thrilling and competitive board game where players aim to evacuate their pieces from a sinking island. The game is known for its intense gameplay and strategic decisions.

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    2–4 45–60 min 8+ Easy to learn
  24. The Resistance

    The Resistance

    The Resistance is a dynamic party game focused on social deduction, set against the backdrop of a dystopian empire. It's designed for five to ten players and offers a thrilling experience of intrigue and deception.

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    5–10 30 min 13+ Easy to learn

Frequently asked questions

Which game ranks first on this list?

Just One (Spiel des Jahres 2019 winner) currently tops our list. The ranking is derived from player community ratings and is recalculated continuously.

How many players do the games on this list support?

Most games on this list support 2 to 6 players. The exact player count is listed with each game.

What age are these games suitable for?

Publisher age recommendations on this list start at 6 years. Each game carries its own age rating.

How long does a game take?

A typical game takes about 20 to 30 minutes. Each game's playing time is listed individually.

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