8.6
rating
Ludopedia
8.0
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you love tactical duels set in Star Wars, Legion serves up epic battles and tons of customization.
Highlights
- Immersive theme
- Customizable miniatures
- Deep strategy
Keep in mind
- Long play time
- Moderate learning curve
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Star Wars: Legion drops you into the heart of the Galactic Civil War, commanding a force of miniatures ranging from foot soldiers to repulsor vehicles and iconic heroes like Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker. Each faction – Empire or Rebel Alliance – has its own command cards that grant unique abilities and create a "fog of war" atmosphere where information is limited and decisions must be made under pressure. The game resolves shooting and movement with dice rolls, but the real depth lies in allocating resources, positioning troops, and using command cards to swing the battle. Miniatures arrive unpainted and in parts, giving hobbyists a blank canvas to assemble and customize their armies. Games run two to three hours, demanding careful positioning and hand management, yet the learning curve is gentle enough for newcomers to wargames to catch on quickly. Variable player powers ensure each match feels fresh, as each side fields exclusive units and abilities. In short, Legion captures the epic feel of Star Wars ground battles, blending deep tactics, immersive theme, and the joy of building miniatures into an intense two‑player duel.
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Rules videos
Learn by watching before you open the box
In English
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Star Wars: Legion - How To Play, by Watch It Play
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Sorastro's Star Wars Legion Painting Guide Ep.2 - Rebel Troopers
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Star Wars Legion Painting Guide Ep.4: Stormtroopers
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Star Wars Legion Terrainbuilding videos and more..!
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Sorastro's Star Wars Legion Painting Guide Ep.3 - AT-RT
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Quick & Easy Rebel Troopers Painting Tutorial - 3 Schemes: Hoth, Scarif & Endor
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Sorastro's Star Wars Legion Painting Guide Ep.7 - AT-ST
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Star Wars Legion Painting Guide Ep.5: Speeder Bikes
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[ThatTeriGirl] Magnetize Star Wars Legion Minis' Weapon Options & More
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Snowtrooper Painting Guide
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Star Wars: Legion Everything you need to know
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Sorastro's Star Wars Legion Painting Guide Ep.11 Han Solo
Best player count
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2
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galápagos Jogos, Hobby World
Designer
Alex Davy, Luke Eddy
Artist
Henning Ludvigsen
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play?
The game is designed for exactly two players, each commanding an army.
How long does a game take?
Typically between 120 and 180 minutes, depending on player experience and army composition.
What is the game's complexity?
With a BGG weight of 3.5/5, it offers medium complexity—rules are clear but require tactical focus.
What components are included in the box?
Unpainted miniatures, command cards, modular board tiles, dice, terrain markers, and resource tokens.
Do I need to paint the miniatures before playing?
No. The figures are ready to assemble and can be used straight out of the box, though hobbyists often enjoy customizing them.
Can I play with factions other than Empire and Rebels?
The base game only includes those two factions; expansions add new units and options.
Is there Portuguese support?
Yes, the rulebook is in Portuguese, though some terms may still require translation.
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