StarCraft: The Board Game

Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Heidelberger Spieleverlag · Board game · 2007
2–6 · best 4 180–240 min Weight 3.9/5
8.3 rating Ludopedia
7.4 rating BGG
Buy · from US$ 62.95
8.3 rating Ludopedia
7.4 rating BGG
Our Verdict

StarCraft fans and war game lovers will love the blend of miniatures and evolving card play.

Highlights
  • Detailed miniatures
  • Modular board
  • Card‑driven combat
  • Unique victory conditions
Keep in mind
  • Long playtime (3‑4h)
  • High complexity
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About the game

What you do in a play session

StarCraft: The Board Game brings the epic universe of StarCraft to the tabletop, featuring 180 miniatures, a modular board that changes each game, and a card‑driven combat system that lets you customize your army with cutting‑edge tech. Each player chooses one of the three races – Humans, Zerg, and Protoss – and receives a faction with unique victory conditions, though all can earn victory points by controlling special areas on the planets. The setup already gives each player two planets, connected by direct and “Z‑Axis” links that can be altered during play, forcing players to plan transport routes and invasions. A turn is split into planning, execution, and regrouping: during planning, players place order counters in stacks on the planets, blocking or combining actions. In execution, each player selects the top order from their stack to perform, which can build units, mobilize troops, or research new tech. The combat deck for each race evolves as research is completed, letting players customize their cards and boost their troops’ effectiveness. The game blends macro strategy—expansion and resource control—with micro combat tactics, demanding players adapt to board changes and opponents’ moves. With 3‑4 hour playtime and 2‑6 players, StarCraft: The Board Game delivers an immersive experience for franchise fans and those who enjoy complex, action‑packed war games. The main highlight is the integration of detailed miniatures and a real‑time evolving card system, making each session unique and strategic.

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Best player count

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2–6 players
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3 REC
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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Components: Miniatures Series: Fantasy Flight Big Box
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Korea Boardgames, Nexus Editrice, Smart Ltd, Ubik
Designer Christian T. Petersen, Corey Konieczka
Artist Andrew Navaro, Brian Schomburg, Kevin Childress, Scott Nicely

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
What is the average game length?
Between 3 and 4 hours, depending on player count and strategic choices.
How many players can join?
The game supports 2 to 6 players, each controlling a faction.
What is the complexity level?
It’s an advanced game, requiring focus on planning and execution details.
What are the main components?
180 miniatures, a modular board, combat cards, order counters, and resource tokens.
Does the game have any language dependency?
Yes, the original version is in English and may need translation for non‑English speakers.
How does territory control work?
Players capture planets and special zones, earning victory points and resources.
Is there any benefit to playing in teams?
Yes, the team‑based mechanic encourages cooperation to achieve shared goals.

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