Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game – Rebel Aces Expansion Pack
Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galakta · Board game · 2014
2 · best 2
30 min
Weight 2.5/5
8.1
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Ludopedia
8.0
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BGG
8.1
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Ludopedia
8.0
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BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you're already a fan of X-Wing and want to upgrade your ships with cool new looks and elite pilots, Rebel Aces is a sure bet!
Highlights
- Stylish and unique ships
- Pilots with special abilities
- Engaging thematic mission
- Expands base game with variety
Keep in mind
- Moderate language dependency
- Requires X-Wing base game
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready to boost your ships and dive into battle with the Rebel Aces Expansion for Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game! This gem brings two iconic ships, the A-wing and the B-wing, featuring unique, alternative paint schemes that add a special flair to your battles. But that's not all: you'll also get to pilot four brand-new pilots, each with their own unique skills, ready to show what they've got. There are thirteen upgrade cards to supercharge your ships and a brand-new mission that will test the courage of the Rebel Alliance in a breathtaking rescue. All of this comes with the necessary tokens and maneuver dials to bring these marvels of galactic engineering into action against the Empire. If you enjoy X-Wing and want to spice up your games with stylish ships and elite pilots, this expansion is a perfect fit. Be mindful of the language dependency; it's advisable to have translated cards or a reference sheet handy.
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Publisher
Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Giochi Uniti, Heidelberger Spieleverlag
Designer
Alex Davy, Frank Brooks, Jay Little
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Is this a standalone game or an expansion?
This is an expansion; you need the Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game base game to play.
How many players can participate?
The base X-Wing game is for 2 players, and this expansion maintains that player count.
How long does a game typically last?
Games usually take around 30 minutes, depending on the players' familiarity with the rules and ships.
What ships are included in this expansion?
The expansion includes miniatures for an A-wing and a B-wing, both featuring alternative paint schemes.
Do I need to know English to play?
The language dependency is moderate. Upgrade cards and maneuver dials have text, so having a translation or reference sheet is recommended.
Does this expansion add many new rules?
It adds new pilots with unique abilities and a specific mission, but the core X-Wing rules remain the same.
Is this good for someone new to X-Wing?
It's more suited for players who already know the base game and want to add more options and variety to their battles.
