Boom Boats! — Free Online Battleship Game for Kids
Boom Boats! is a free online naval strategy game for kids, inspired by classic Battleship. Place your fleet of ships on the grid, then take turns firing at the enemy's hidden waters until every ship is sunk. It's instant to play in your browser — no downloads, sign-up, or ads.
How to Play
- Place all 10 ships on your grid — tap a ship in the tray, then tap a cell to drop it.
- Press Rotate to flip a ship between horizontal and vertical, or hit Random to auto-place your fleet.
- Once your fleet is set, tap Battle! and take turns firing at the enemy's grid.
- Sink every enemy ship before they sink yours to win!
Why Kids Love Boom Boats!
Boom Boats! builds strategic thinking and spatial reasoning as kids decide where to hide their fleet and track hits and misses on the enemy grid. The turn-based format keeps games short and exciting, and there's no reading required to jump in and play.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boom Boats! free to play online?
Yes — Boom Boats! is 100% free to play online, with no downloads, sign-up, or in-app purchases required.
What age is Boom Boats! good for?
Boom Boats! is a simple tap-to-place, tap-to-fire game that works well for kids around age 6 and up, while the strategy keeps older kids and adults engaged too.
Can I play Boom Boats! on a phone or tablet?
Yes — Boom Boats! works right in your mobile browser on phones, tablets, and computers, with no app install needed.