In Colony Wars, as in Star Realms, players will start with a fleet (deck) of 10 basic ships, and can spend Trade to acquire more powerful ships and bases from a central trade row of 5 cards. This row is continuously replenished by random draws from the trade deck. Many ships and bases deal Combat damage which you can use to attack your opponent and/or destroy their bases. When you reduce your opponent's Authority to zero, you win.
Players will start with a fleet (deck) of 10 basic ships in Colony Wars, similar to Star Realms, and can spend Trade to purchase more powerful ships and bases from a central trade row of 5 cards.
Random pulls from the trading deck refresh this row on a regular basis.
Many ships and bases inflict Combat damage, which you can employ to attack and/or destroy your opponent's bases. When your opponent's Authority is reduced to zero, you win.