'Victory at Sea' employs an easy-to-learn yet deeply strategic rule system. The game revolves around the interaction of ship stats, special abilities, and the luck of the dice roll. Each player commands a fleet of warships, aircraft carriers, and submarines, among others, using their unique abilities to outmaneuver and outgun the enemy. Battles are resolved with dice rolls, taking into account the ship's firepower, range, and other factors. The game's rulebook is well-structured, providing comprehensive explanations for every game mechanic.