Ubongo: Star Wars – Das Erwachen der Macht

KOSMOS · Board game · 2015
— Ludopedia 6.2 BGG 1–4 · best 1, 4 Solo 25 min Weight 1.8/5
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Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you love lightning‑fast puzzles and are a Star Wars fan, this mash‑up hits the sweet spot.

Highlights
  • Quick and thematic
  • Easy to learn
  • Highly replayable
Keep in mind
  • Timer pressure can be stressful
  • Noisy environments affect flow
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Ubongo: Star Wars – Das Erwachen der Macht brings the fast‑paced puzzle action of Ubongo to a galaxy far, far away. Up to four players become Jedi (or Sith) racing against a sand timer to fill their personal boards with the exact pattern shown on a card. The core mechanic is Pattern Building: you receive a set of geometric tiles and must cover the entire board without gaps, matching the reference layout. The Star Wars theme adds flavor – each successful puzzle lets you move your spaceship forward on a galactic track. After seven rounds, the player who has traveled the farthest wins.

Components are the classic Ubongo set – individual player boards, assorted shape tiles, pattern cards, and two sand timers (30‑second and 1‑minute). Artwork is fully Star Wars, featuring ships, planets and characters from The Force Awakens. With a low weight (1.8/5) and about 25 minutes of playtime, the game is perfect for quick sessions, parties, or as a warm‑up before a longer board game. While the rules are simple, the ticking clock and the need for rapid spatial reasoning give it enough depth to keep players engaged. It appeals to both puzzle lovers and Star Wars fans, delivering a fun crossover without overwhelming complexity.

If you enjoy lightning‑quick logic challenges and want to feel the Force while racing the clock, Ubongo: Star Wars delivers exactly that. The game can be played solo, but its real charm shines in friendly competition, where each player tries to out‑think and out‑speed the others. Keep in mind that the sand timers make the game sensitive to noise and distractions. Overall, it’s a light, thematic, highly replayable experience ideal for anyone seeking a fast, thematic brain‑teaser.

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players
1 BEST
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Families

Components: Sand Timers Game: Ubongo Movies: Star Wars
Publisher KOSMOS
Designer Grzegorz Rejchtman
Artist Nicolas Neubauer, Sensit Communication GmbH

Community

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197owners
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How many players can join?
1 to 4 players, including a solo mode.
How long does a game take?
Approximately 25 minutes, depending on players' speed.
What is the game's complexity?
Light (weight 1.8/5), easy to learn and quick to play.
What components are included?
Individual boards, assorted shape tiles, pattern cards, and two sand timers.
Do I need to know Star Wars to enjoy it?
No, the theme is just flavor; the core mechanics are the same as Ubongo.
Can I play solo?
Yes, there is a solo mode where you try to solve as many puzzles as possible within the time limit.
Are there expansions available?
Currently there are no official expansions for this version.

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