Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game – TIE Defender Expansion Pack

Edge Entertainment, Fantasy Flight Games, Galakta · Board game · 2014
2 · best 2 20 min Weight 2.6/5
8.4 rating Ludopedia
7.8 rating BGG
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7.8 rating BGG
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RECOMMENDED

If you love Star Wars and miniature combat, you'll enjoy the TIE Defender pack!

Highlights
  • Fast tactical combat
  • High‑quality components
  • Accessible expansion
Keep in mind
  • Short playtime
  • Requires base game
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About the game

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The TIE Defender Expansion Pack for the X‑Wing Miniatures Game brings an Imperial fighter that, before the Battle of Endor, was already considered the galaxy’s most advanced ship. It adds shields, a hyperdrive, and more powerful armaments than the standard TIE Fighter, and it boasts three points each in attack, agility, hull, and shields. Imperial pilots who command it receive cannon and missile upgrades, plus elite talents that further boost its combat effectiveness. The expansion includes a miniature, four ship cards, a maneuver dial, battle tokens, and five upgrade cards—among them a pair of elite talents that make the TIE Defender a true predator in fast‑paced dogfights. The game keeps the Action Queue and Simultaneous Action Selection mechanics, but adds Point‑to‑Point Movement and Enclosure, creating direct confrontations in restricted zones. Two‑player games, lasting about 20 minutes, offer a balance of strategy and action with accessible rules yet enough depth for those who enjoy tactical battles. If you love Star Wars, miniatures, and games that blend planning and quick decision‑making, this pack is a worthwhile addition.

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Game: Star Wars X-Wing Miniatures Game Movies: Star Wars Players: Two-Player Only Games Series: FlightPath (Fantasy Flight Game)
Publisher Edge Entertainment, Fantasy Flight Games, Galakta, Giochi Uniti, Heidelberger Spieleverlag
Designer Alex Davy, Frank Brooks, James Kniffen, Jay Little
Artist Lucasfilm Ltd.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the average playtime with the TIE Defender expansion?
The game lasts about 20 minutes, keeping the fast pace of the X‑Wing Miniatures Game.
How many players is the expansion designed for?
It is designed for two‑player games, just like the base game.
What are the main components included?
A TIE Defender miniature, four ship cards, a maneuver dial, battle tokens, and five upgrade cards, including elite talents.
Does the expansion add new rules to the base game?
No, it keeps the existing rules and adds new pieces and upgrade cards.
Which game mechanics are most prominent in the expansion?
Action Queue, simultaneous action selection, point‑to‑point movement, and Enclosure, which intensifies confrontations.
Do I need any additional components to use the expansion?
Yes, you need the base X‑Wing Miniatures Game to play with the expansion.