Battle Stations

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Take command of a naval fleet in this turn-based strategy simulator from 1990. Choose from patrol boats, battleships, and carriers to tackle ten missions with distinct objectives. Protect bases from enemy transports or intercept poachers harming whales while adapting to five AI commanders with predictable but varied tactics. Navigate a top-down radar map to position ships and manage resources during each encounter. The simplicity of 2D ship silhouettes and grid-based movement keeps focus on tactical decision making over technical polish. A relic of early 90s strategy design, Battle Stations holds a 7.5/10 on MobyGames from 30+ user reviews. Its straightforward mechanics and mission variety stand out despite dated visuals and limited platform availability. Runs on DOS and classic systems like the Amiga and Atari ST. Best suited for players seeking no-frills naval combat with a historical curiosity factor. The poacher mission subplot feels oddly ahead of its time compared to other titles from the era.