Star Wars: Imperial Assault – Chewbacca Ally Pack

Fantasy Flight Games, Asterion Press, Edge Entertainment · Board game · 2015
8.7 Ludopedia 8.0 BGG 2–5 · best 2, 5 60 min Weight 2.7/5
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8.7 rating Ludopedia
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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you already love Imperial Assault, adding Chewbacca will thrill you – the figure looks great and the new missions spice up the campaign.

Highlights
  • Highly detailed Chewbacca mini
  • New campaign scenarios
  • Exclusive command cards
Keep in mind
  • Low weight, limited depth
  • Requires base game knowledge
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About the game

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The Chewbacca Ally Pack drops in as a heavyweight upgrade for anyone already hooked on Imperial Assault. Instead of the generic ally token from the base game, you receive a highly detailed plastic mini of the galaxy's most charismatic Wookiee, ready to roar his way into missions. Alongside the figure, the pack adds exclusive command cards that give Chewie abilities distinct from standard allies, opening up fresh tactical options. The real draw is the new scenarios: two for the campaign – one stopping the Empire from enslaving Kashyyyk's wookiees and another sending the team into an Imperial labor camp – plus two for skirmish mode, expanding the tactical playground. Because the base game already uses a modular board, these missions slot seamlessly into existing maps while spicing up the narrative. Dice‑rolling remains the core resolution mechanic, and Chewbacca's variable player powers add that “each player has a secret weapon” feel. The expansion carries a light weight (2.7/5) and a similar playtime to the core set (about 60 minutes), suitable for 2‑5 players. In short, if you love card‑driven campaigns and want one of Star Wars' most beloved characters on the battlefield, this pack delivers without overcomplicating the experience.

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Game details

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Game: Star Wars Imperial Assault Mechanism: Campaign Games Movies: Star Wars
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, Asterion Press, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Heidelberger Spieleverlag
Designer Corey Konieczka, Jonathan Ying, Justin Kemppainen, Paul Winchester
Artist Michael Silsby, Tiziano Baracchi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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7 questions
How many players can use the Chewbacca Ally Pack?
It works with 2 to 5 players, just like the base game.
Do I need the core game to use this pack?
Yes, the Ally Pack is an expansion and requires Imperial Assault to play.
How long does a game with the new missions take?
Average playtime stays around 60 minutes, similar to the core set.
What’s included in the pack?
A detailed Chewbacca plastic mini, exclusive command cards, and four new missions (two campaign, two skirmish).
Do I need advanced rule knowledge?
No, just familiarity with Imperial Assault’s basic rules; the new missions use the same system.
Can I use Chewbacca in any scenario?
Yes, the mini can be placed in any mission, but the command cards apply only to the pack’s missions.
Does the expansion change the game’s complexity?
Complexity stays roughly the same, with a slight bump from the extra cards and missions.