Star Wars: Imperial Assault*

Star Wars: Imperial Assault is a captivating strategy board game that brings the iconic Star Wars universe to life through tactical combat and missions. Designed for two to five players, the game offers a dual experience: a campaign game and a skirmish game.

Gameplay Overview

  • Setting: Set in the Star Wars universe, following the destruction of the Death Star over Yavin 4.
  • Game Types:
    • Campaign Game: One player controls the Galactic Empire's forces, opposing up to four players who play as Rebel Alliance heroes. The campaign features a narrative-driven experience with characters evolving as the story progresses.
    • Skirmish Game: A head-to-head tactical combat game where players build their strike teams from Imperial, Rebel, or Mercenary forces and engage in strategic battles.
  • Character Development: In the campaign, players gain experience and skills, allowing for character growth.
  • Tactical Choices: Both game modes offer strategic decision-making and tactical challenges.

Special Features

  • Figure Packs: The core set includes the Luke Skywalker Ally Pack and the Darth Vader Villain Pack, adding sculpted figures and additional missions.
  • Expansions: Boxed expansions introduce new heroes, imperial and mercenary groups, and unique campaigns.
  • Legends of the Alliance App: A free app that expands the game with solo and co-op play options.

Conclusion

Star Wars: Imperial Assault expertly combines strategic gameplay with the rich narrative of the Star Wars saga. It offers players a diverse gaming experience, from cooperative campaign missions to competitive skirmish battles. Whether you're commanding the vast armies of the Galactic Empire or leading a team of Rebel heroes, the game provides immersive, thematic experiences for Star Wars fans and strategy gamers alike. With high-quality figures and the potential for endless adventures through expansions and the app, it's a must-play for enthusiasts of the franchise.

Nominated for 11 awards and won 2.

  • 2 - 5 Players
  • 60 - 120 Minutes
  • 14+ years old
  • Medium difficulty

Video reviews, ratings, Let's Plays and tests for Star Wars: Imperial Assault

  • YouTube Review for the game "Star Wars: Imperial Assault" by Shut Up & Sit Down
    Video is in English

We like Star Wars: Imperial Assault so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024

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