Star Wars has permeated nearly every facet of popular culture, from toys and LEGO sets to the thriving tabletop gaming scene. Surprisingly, the galaxy far, far away boasts a diverse and compelling selection of board and role-playing games, offering experiences to suit every gamer. From smaller, simpler games to sprawling adventures with countless miniatures, there's a Star Wars game to capture the essence of this beloved franchise.
All the games listed below are readily available for purchase and play.
The Best Star Wars Board Games
Star Wars: The Mandalorian Adventures Board Game
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Star Wars: Bounty Hunters
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Star Wars Shatterpoint - Core Set
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Star Wars: Unlimited
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Star Wars: Jabba’s Palace – A Love Letter Game
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Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game
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Star Wars: The Clone Wars Board Game
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Star Wars Villainous: Power of the Dark Side
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Star Wars: Outer Rim
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Star Wars X-Wing Second Edition
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Star Wars: Imperial Assault
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Star Wars: Rebellion
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Star Wars: Destiny
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Star Wars: Legion
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Short on time? Click the links above to explore each game. Detailed descriptions follow below.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian Adventures Board Game
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Age Range: 12+
Players: 1-4
Playtime: 30-60 mins
Inspired by *The Mandalorian*, this cooperative board game lets players embody heroes like Mando and IG-11, tackling missions from various episodes. A unique action system builds tension, requiring players to collaborate and strategically manage resources to overcome challenges. Multiple scenarios and variant cards offer high replayability, making each game a fresh adventure.
Star Wars: Bounty Hunters
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Age Range: 10+
Players: 2-6
Playtime: 20-30 mins
Embrace your inner villain in this fast-paced card drafting game. Players collect bounty hunters, targets, and contracts, vying for the highest score by strategically fulfilling contracts and acquiring valuable droids. Simple rules and familiar characters make this a fun and accessible game for a wide range of players.
Star Wars Shatterpoint
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Age Range: 14+
Players: 2
Playtime: 90-120 mins
From Atomic Mass Games, *Shatterpoint* is a dynamic miniatures game set during the Clone Wars. Featuring high-quality, larger-sized miniatures, the game offers swift and tactical gameplay with unique mechanics. While more complex than some other entries, the sophisticated gameplay and impressive miniatures make it a rewarding experience for dedicated players.
Star Wars: Unlimited
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Age Range: 12+
Players: 2+
Play Time: 20 mins
This trading card game (TCG) offers a fresh take on the genre, incorporating alternating actions reminiscent of miniatures skirmish games. Featuring new artwork and a straightforward gameplay loop, it provides a unique and engaging experience for TCG enthusiasts.
Star Wars: Jabba’s Palace – A Love Letter Game
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Age Range: 10+
Players: 2-6
Play Time: 20 mins
A Star Wars twist on the popular *Love Letter* card game, this version incorporates iconic characters from *Return of the Jedi*. Players use deduction and bluffing to outsmart opponents, with a new Agenda mechanism adding strategic depth to the classic gameplay.
Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game
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Age Range: 12+
Players: 2
Play Time: 30 mins
A standalone deck-building game pitting the Rebel Alliance against the Empire. This game offers a great entry point into deck-building mechanics while still providing strategic depth for experienced players.
Star Wars: The Clone Wars Board Game
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Age Range: 14+
Players: 1-5
Play Time: 60 mins
Similar in structure to *Pandemic*, this game places players in the midst of the Clone Wars. Players work cooperatively to overcome various scenarios, offering significant replayability.
Star Wars Villainous: Power of the Dark Side
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Age Range: 10+
Players: 2-4
Play Time: 20 mins per player
Take on the roles of iconic Star Wars villains, each with unique objectives and challenges. Players must manage resources and contend with unpredictable events to achieve their nefarious goals.
Star Wars: Outer Rim
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Age Range: 14+
Players: 1-4
Play Time: 3-4 hrs
This game focuses on the lives of smugglers and villains operating on the fringes of the galaxy. Players undertake missions, upgrade their skills and ships, and shape their characters' destinies through their choices.
Star Wars X-Wing (2nd Edition)
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Age Range: 14+
Players: 2
Play Time: 45 mins
A streamlined second edition of the popular space combat game. Featuring pre-painted miniatures and updated rules, *X-Wing* provides fast-paced, tactical space battles.
Star Wars: Imperial Assault
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Age Range: 14+
Players: 1-5
Play Time: 1-2 hrs
A blend of dungeon crawl and miniatures combat, *Imperial Assault* offers both stand-alone battles and a campaign mode where players create their own Star Wars saga.
Star Wars: Rebellion
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Age Range: 14+
Players: 2-4
Play Time: 3-4 hrs
A grand strategy game recreating the galactic conflict between the Empire and the Rebel Alliance. Players engage in political maneuvering, resource management, and epic battles for control of the galaxy.
Star Wars: Destiny
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Age Range: 10+
Players: 2
Play Time: 30 mins
A collectible card game (CCG) that combines card play with dice rolling, creating a dynamic and unpredictable gameplay experience.
Star Wars: Legion
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Age Range: 14+
Players: 2
Play Time: 3 hrs
A miniatures game focusing on ground battles, featuring detailed miniatures and a strategic activation system.
Star Wars Board Game FAQ
What is a miniatures game, and how do the various Star Wars ones differ?
Miniatures games use high-quality figures, often requiring painting and customization. Gameplay usually takes place on an open table with customizable terrain, unlike fixed board games. Star Wars offers several miniatures games: *X-Wing* (space combat, pre-painted models), *Armada* (fleet-level combat, pre-painted models, more expensive), *Shatterpoint* (smaller-scale ground combat, unpainted models, complex), and *Legion* (larger-scale ground combat, unpainted models).