
- BGG rank
- BGG #663
- BGG rating
- 8.0
Star Wars: X-Wing (Second Edition)
- 2 players
- 30–45 min
- Complexity 3.1/5
- 2018

Expansion for Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game
2014
Rules assistance for Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game – Imperial Aces Expansion Pack
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Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game – Imperial Aces Expansion Pack is an expansion for Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game released in 2014 for 2–4 players, 30 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. It was designed by Corey Konieczka, Jay Little, James Kniffen, and Frank Brooks and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Player Elimination, and Dice Rolling.
Fly your TIE with pride! Imperial Aces features two TIE interceptor miniatures with alternate paint schemes that allow you to wage your X-Wing dogfights while representing either or both of two of the Empire’s most recognizable TIE units: the 181st Imperial Fighter Wing and the Emperor’s Royal Guard. The expansion also introduces several highly skilled new pilots, a dozen upgrade cards, and all the tokens and maneuver dials you need to field these ships, as well as a new mission in which the Empire seeks to utilize new, experimental technology in a high-intensity clash with Rebel pilots.
Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game – Imperial Aces Expansion Pack supports 2–4 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game – Imperial Aces Expansion Pack is 30 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game – Imperial Aces Expansion Pack for ages 14 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game – Imperial Aces Expansion Pack has a complexity rating of 2.5 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game – Imperial Aces Expansion Pack belongs to these categories: Wargame, Movies / TV / Radio theme, and Miniatures. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Player Elimination, and Dice Rolling. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game – Imperial Aces Expansion Pack are: Corey Konieczka, Jay Little, James Kniffen, and Frank Brooks. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game – Imperial Aces Expansion Pack as an expansion for Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game to use it. Check that your edition of Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.