Armada is a game of strategy and accurate shooting. The objective is to occupy five islands by moving galleons to sea areas next to landing stages. Players can prevent opponents from occupying by sinking their ships and knocking down their flags. The first player to hoist his flags on five islands is the winner. Players take turns either moving two galleons one sea area, or moving one galleon one sea area and taking a shot at a flag or a ship. Shooting is done using cannons positioned at opposite ends of the board.