Star Wars: The Queen's Gambit
Avalon Hill, Hasbro · Board game · 2000
2–4 · best 2
120 min
Weight 2.5/5
8.3
rating
Ludopedia
7.6
rating
BGG
8.3
rating
Ludopedia
7.6
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you're a Star Wars fan who enjoys games with miniatures and card-driven strategy, this one's for you! It's a nostalgic trip with guaranteed action.
Highlights
- Immersive Star Wars theme
- Awesome miniatures and boards
- Dynamic card strategy
- Relive movie battles
Keep in mind
- Rules can be complex
- Language dependent
- Dice-based combat randomness
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready to relive the excitement of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace with this strategy game that puts you at the heart of four epic battles! Just imagine: you're on the plains with the Gungans facing the droid army, or leading Queen Amidala on a daring mission to storm the palace and drive out the Trade Federation viceroys. And it doesn't stop there! We'll have the electrifying duel between Darth Maul and the two Jedi Knights, plus the space battle where young Anakin Skywalker shows his talent by destroying the Droid Control Ship.
The game boasts a stunning visual presentation, with 155 plastic miniatures bringing your forces to life across three separate boards. One of these is the palace, featuring three levels of pure action! The gameplay is incredibly dynamic, utilizing two decks of cards for each side. Each turn, every player secretly chooses four cards from their hand of ten and arranges them in order. Then, the actions unfold one by one, alternating between players. Special attack and defense dice are used to resolve combat. It's an experience that captures the essence of the movie's clashes, blending strategy with a touch of luck and plenty of Star Wars theme.
The game boasts a stunning visual presentation, with 155 plastic miniatures bringing your forces to life across three separate boards. One of these is the palace, featuring three levels of pure action! The gameplay is incredibly dynamic, utilizing two decks of cards for each side. Each turn, every player secretly chooses four cards from their hand of ten and arranges them in order. Then, the actions unfold one by one, alternating between players. Special attack and defense dice are used to resolve combat. It's an experience that captures the essence of the movie's clashes, blending strategy with a touch of luck and plenty of Star Wars theme.
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Best player count
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2
BEST
3
OK
4
OK
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Families
Publisher
Avalon Hill, Hasbro
Designer
Alan Roach, Craig Van Ness, Rob Daviau
Artist
Clark Mitchell (I)
Community
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2,720owners
1,621wishlist
778want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
What is the average playtime?
The estimated playtime for a game is 120 minutes, so set aside some good time for battle!
How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players, perfect for playing with friends or family who enjoy Star Wars.
Is the game very difficult to learn?
It has a moderate complexity (2.48/5 on BGG), meaning it requires some attention to the rules, but nothing a dedicated fan can't master.
Does it come with many miniatures?
Yes! There are 155 plastic miniatures that are a fantastic visual highlight of the game.
Do I need to know English to play?
There is minimal text on the cards and components, which aids memorization and learning, but the original version is in English.
Is it more of a wargame or a strategy game?
It's a mix! It simulates battles (wargame) but with a strong strategic component through cards and action selection.
Is it good for someone who has never seen Star Wars: The Phantom Menace?
Absolutely! The game transports you to the iconic scenes, serving as a great introduction or a way to relive the movie interactively.
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