Battleship

The 2012 video game Battleship, published by Activision, offered a unique dual approach to its gameplay, diverging based on the platform. For the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, it transformed the naval strategy into a first-person shooter experience. Players took on the role of an elite demolitions specialist, Cole Mathis, battling an aquatic extraterrestrial threat in the Hawaiian archipelago. This version blended on-foot combat with the ability to call in naval support and command ships during intense alien encounters, incorporating elements of the classic board game through a "battle command" system where players could strategically deploy and upgrade their fleet.

In contrast, the versions released for the Wii, Nintendo DS, and Nintendo 3DS maintained a turn-based strategy format, more faithful to the original board game. These versions allowed players to engage in classic grid-based naval warfare, meticulously positioning their fleet and targeting enemy vessels. This distinction catered to different player preferences, offering a modern action-oriented experience on high-definition consoles while preserving the traditional strategic depth for handheld and Nintendo console users. The game was released in April and May of 2012 across various regions.