# Star Wars: Dark Side Rising

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2019
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #5172
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 1)
- **Duration**: 45 min
- **Weight**: 2.06 / 5
- **Designers**: Andrew Wolf, Patrick Marino
- **Publishers**: Extended Play, Lucky Duck Games, The Op Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Dice, Movies / TV / Radio theme, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Open Drafting, Re-rolling and Locking

## Verdict
Star Wars fans and cooperative groups will love this tactical fight against the Empire. Custom dice and 3D Vader boost immersion!Premium Star Wars componentsStrategic dice mechanicsWell-implemented cooperationPerfect playtime lengthLimited distribution (EMEA only)May be too easy for expertsDice luck plays big roleRECOMMENDED

## Description
In Star Wars: Dark Side Rising, you and your friends live the Rebel resistance against the Galactic Empire in a dice-driven cooperative game full of cards and strategy. Each player commands a different Rebel cell - Intelligence, Leadership, Support or Tactics - with heroes like Leia, Luke and Hera Syndulla. The goal? Recruit iconic allies (from R2-D2 to Han Solo) and disrupt the Death Star's construction before it's too late. The game features stunning visuals with a 3D Darth Vader bust commanding Imperial forces and custom dice you can re-roll (but watch those locked results!). Tension builds as the Empire advances, so teamwork is crucial - you'll need to coordinate actions across planets like Tatooine, Alderaan and Scarif. With games lasting about 45 minutes, it's perfect for Star Wars fans wanting a tactical experience without too much complexity. Just remember: the Force will be with you... but so will the Empire.

## FAQ
### Best player count?
Works well with 2-4. At 4 players, each commands a different Rebel cell, increasing cooperation.

### Hard to learn?
BGG weight 2/5 - simple rules, great for cooperative beginners. Rulebook explains dice mechanics clearly.

### Language dependent?
Almost none - just card names and some icons. Playable without English after one game.

### Works for non-Star Wars fans?
Theme helps, but the cooperative dice gameplay stands on its own. Might lose some component charm.

### How different from Rebellion?
Much simpler and faster (45min vs 3h+). Focuses on dice-driven tactical combat, not grand strategy.

### Need expansions?
No expansions exist. Base game has enough variety with different leaders and ally cards.

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