Boardgames

Star Wars: Outer Rim

Immerse yourself in the Star Wars universe with Outer Rim. Play as a bounty hunter, mercenary, or smuggler, and rise to infamy by completing perilous jobs, tracking bounties and upgrading your ship. The goal? Gain ten fame and become a galactic legend.

180
minutes

1 - 4
player(s)

Medium

About this board game

Welcome aboard to the thrilling and adventurous world of Star Wars: Outer Rim. This board game transports you to the expansive universe of Star Wars, where you’ll step into the shoes of iconic smugglers, bounty hunters, and rebels. Your mission: to navigate through the perilous edges of the Star Wars galaxy, the Outer Rim, and become the best outlaw in the universe.

As you begin your journey, you’ll be immersed in the rich, fantastical setting of the Star Wars universe. The game unfolds in the remote, lawless Outer Rim territories, home to scoundrels, renegades, and rogues. Here, you’ll encounter various Star Wars characters, planets, and storylines that add depth and complexity to your gaming experience.

The core mechanics of the game revolve around completing jobs, capturing bounties, and upgrading your ship and crew. You can choose to play as one of the renowned Star Wars personalities, each with a unique ship and special abilities. The game follows a point-to-point movement system, with players advancing based on successful missions and accumulated fame points.

  • Jobs: These are missions or tasks that your character can undertake for rewards. They may involve smuggling contraband, exploring new territories, or fighting enemies.
  • Bounties: These are targets that players can capture or defeat for rewards. They can be located on various planets or be moving targets.
  • Upgrades: Players can improve their ship and crew by acquiring new gear, hiring allies, and upgrading their ship. Upgrades can enhance your abilities, making your missions easier and more rewarding.

What makes Star Wars: Outer Rim truly unique is its blend of narrative and strategy. The game offers a rich, story-driven experience, with players’ actions and choices shaping their journey. However, it also requires strategic planning and decision-making, as players must manage their resources, navigate risks, and outwit their rivals to succeed.

Whether you’re a fan of Star Wars or a lover of strategy board games, Star Wars: Outer Rim provides an exciting, immersive, and strategic gaming experience. So, buckle up, set your course, and embark on your adventure in the Outer Rim!