8.7
rating
Ludopedia
8.0
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you're a Star Wars fan looking for deep tactical combat and evolving campaigns, Star Wars: Imperial Assault delivers an epic experience right after the Death Star's destruction!
Highlights
- Immersive Star Wars campaign narrative
- Deep tactical combat and mission variety
- Asymmetrical gameplay for Empire vs. Rebels
- Character progression and skill upgrades
Keep in mind
- Significant time commitment for campaigns
- High component count and setup time
- Skirmish mode less developed than campaign
About the game
What you do in a play session
Star Wars: Imperial Assault plunges you headfirst into the Galactic Civil War, right after the destruction of the Death Star! This tactical combat and mission board game for 2 to 5 players offers two distinct experiences within the Star Wars universe. In campaign mode, one player takes on the role of the Galactic Empire, with its seemingly endless troops, while up to four other players become heroes of the Rebel Alliance, undertaking secret missions to sabotage Imperial plans. As the story unfolds, both the Imperial player and the Rebel heroes gain new skills and experience, allowing their characters to evolve and making the plot even more engaging.
But if you prefer a more direct confrontation, skirmish mode is the way to go! In this mode, you and a friend face off in intense tactical combat. Each player assembles their own strike force, choosing from Imperials, Rebels, and Mercenaries, and builds a deck of command cards to surprise their opponent in battle. Whether recovering lost holocrons or defending against a surprise attack, every skirmish is full of danger and crucial tactical decisions. What's more, the core set already includes the Luke Skywalker Ally Pack and Darth Vader Villain Pack, which feature detailed miniatures and extra campaign and skirmish missions, putting these saga icons at the center of the action. Expansions add new heroes, Imperial and mercenary groups, and brand-new campaigns. Plus, the free 'Legends of the Alliance' app provides additional content for solo or cooperative play.
But if you prefer a more direct confrontation, skirmish mode is the way to go! In this mode, you and a friend face off in intense tactical combat. Each player assembles their own strike force, choosing from Imperials, Rebels, and Mercenaries, and builds a deck of command cards to surprise their opponent in battle. Whether recovering lost holocrons or defending against a surprise attack, every skirmish is full of danger and crucial tactical decisions. What's more, the core set already includes the Luke Skywalker Ally Pack and Darth Vader Villain Pack, which feature detailed miniatures and extra campaign and skirmish missions, putting these saga icons at the center of the action. Expansions add new heroes, Imperial and mercenary groups, and brand-new campaigns. Plus, the free 'Legends of the Alliance' app provides additional content for solo or cooperative play.
Expansions
Published additional content
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Agent Blaise Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Ahsoka Tano Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Alliance Rangers Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Alliance Smuggler Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Bantha Rider Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Boba Fett Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Bossk Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – BT-1 and 0-0-0 Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Captain Terro Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Chewbacca Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Dengar Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Echo Base Troopers Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Emperor Palpatine Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Ezra Bridger and Kanan Jarrus Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – General Sorin Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – General Weiss Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Greedo Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Han Solo Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Heart of the Empire
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Hera Syndulla and C1-10P Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Hired Guns Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Hondo Ohnaka Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – IG-88 Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – ISB Infiltrators Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Jabba the Hutt Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Jabba's Realm
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Jawa Scavenger Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Kayn Somos Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Lando Calrissian Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Legends of the Alliance
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Leia Organa Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Luke Skywalker Jedi Knight Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Maul Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Obi-Wan Kenobi Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – R2-D2 and C-3PO Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Rebel Saboteurs Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Rebel Troopers Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Return to Hoth
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Royal Guard Champion Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Sabine Wren and Zeb Orrelios Ally Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Stormtroopers Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – The Bespin Gambit
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – The Grand Inquisitor Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Thrawn Villain Pack
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Twin Shadows
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Tyrants of Lothal
Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Wookiee Warriors Ally Pack
Gallery
Box and component photos
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Rules videos
Learn by watching before you open the box
In English
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Harsh Rules - Let's Learn To Play Star Wars: Imperial Assault - Basic Rules
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How to Play Imperial Assault: Legends of the Alliance
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Sorastro's Star Wars Imperial Assault Painting Guide Ep.35: The Rancor
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Harsh Rules - Let's Learn to Play Star Wars: Imperial Assault - Campaign Rules
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Sorastro's Star Wars Imperial Assault Painting Guide Ep.36: Jabba The Hutt
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Imperial Assault Guide - Campaign setup + side missions
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Sorastro's Star Wars Imperial Assault Painting Guide Ep.45: Vinto
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Sorastro's Star Wars Imperial Assault Painting Guide Ep.42: MHD-19
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Sorastro's Star Wars Imperial Assault Painting Guide Ep.39: Obi-Wan Kenobi
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First ever miniature painting - Wampa
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Sorastro's Star Wars Imperial Assault Painting Guide Ep.38: Capt. Terro
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Sorastro's Star Wars Imperial Assault Painting Guide Ep.44: Ahsoka Tano
Rules manual
Official PDF file
Best player count
BGG community vote
2
BEST
3
REC
4
REC
5
BEST
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Fantasy Flight Games, Asterion Press, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Hobby World
Designer
Corey Konieczka, Jonathan Ying, Justin Kemppainen
Artist
Arden Beckwith, Christopher Burdett, Joel Hustak, Lucas Durham, Michal Ivan, Rovina Cai
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
45,530owners
7,646wishlist
796want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
What is the average playtime for a game of Star Wars: Imperial Assault?
A game of Imperial Assault typically lasts between 60 and 120 minutes, depending on the game mode (campaign or skirmish) and the specific mission.
How many players can participate in Imperial Assault?
The game is designed for 2 to 5 players. In campaign mode, one player controls the Empire and up to four control the Rebel heroes. Skirmish mode is a head-to-head two-player experience.
What is the complexity level of Star Wars: Imperial Assault?
It's considered a medium-heavy complexity game, with a BGG weight of 3.30/5. There's a fair amount to learn, but the experience is very rewarding for those who enjoy more robust games.
What are the main components of the core set?
The core set is packed with detailed miniatures, modular board tiles, command cards, custom dice, tokens, and the Luke Skywalker Ally Pack and Darth Vader Villain Pack, which add even more content.
Does Imperial Assault have a solo or cooperative mode?
Yes! While the base game is competitive (one vs. many in campaign, one vs. one in skirmish), the free 'Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Legends of the Alliance' app allows for solo or cooperative play.
Who is Star Wars: Imperial Assault recommended for?
It's perfect for Star Wars fans looking for an immersive tactical combat and narrative experience, dungeon crawler enthusiasts, and players who aren't intimidated by a game with deeper rules and substantial content.
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