"Star Wars x-wing game worth the price?" Topic

So I'm thinking about picking up this game to help introduce my nephews to miniature wargaming. I'm thinking about getting the base game and another 3-4 fighters.

This will run me $30 USD for the base game (incl 3 fighters) and about $15 USD for every additional fighter.

My question is, is there enough replay value (fun) in the game to warrant the fairly expensive cost?

I welcome any input from those who have played a game or two. I think the nephews would really dig it.

U.K.

I like it a lot. you get a lot of stuff in the starter set and if you shop around you can get the Fighter expansions cheaper.

There are people out there who complain about $15 USD per ship, but considering you get a decently pre-painted ship, a 2-height flying stand, equipment and pilot cards, and counters with each pack I think that is pretty fair.

Also, i will say that the ships are very accurate, unlike many Star Wars things I have seen over the years.

I think so.

Make sure to run scenarios rather than squadron on squadron action all the time. This keeps the game fresh other than buying new ships as they come out ;-) Have not heard anything bad other than repetition of the same actions gets, well, repetitive!

Pick up three starter sets at discount (30 USD each is a good price)and maybe a TIE-advanced. This gives you enough material to play several exciting games for about 100 USD. Then play with the lads and see if they like it. If they do, move on to purchasing additional ships at 10-15 USD each, or better yet, invest in a game where you can use any miniatures you want (Full Thrust, Starmada, NO LIMITS, War-Engine, StarGrunt, etc… etc…) I think the X-WING STARTER SET is a good 'gateway' game and priced reasonably if used as such… but larger investments ought to provide more freedom and variety of choice in terrain making, universe creation, and model purchases. IMHO, naturally.

My kids have a blast with it and are always willing to play a game. It also has the plus of being fairly accessible if your nephews want to get their friends into it, since you can buy the game at "normal" stores and can be played right out of the box.

Thanks all for the excellent advice! I'm sold! Now I just have to decide on ships!

(The Rebel Blockade Runner is very tempting!)

Listen to the guys-- they are sage fellows and know of what they speak! It's a great game. If you need more proof Google X-Wing in the TMP Search function and see some of the other threads of a similar bent. LOTS of good info there and some great scenarios as well!

Jerry

Worth every penny. Like others, I recommend two core sets for the sheer value (that's 6 ships and extra dice, which you need, and extra movement templates which are handy and extra other stuff, also handy, for $30 USD-$40).

As for expansion sets, I've been picking them all up, as they're all fun. But the Millennium Falcon is probably the must-have. $30 USD, but it's definitely the ship you are looking for…

TIPS:

Check your local Target. Some have been clearancing the core set.

Sign up for e-mail alerts from Barnes & Noble. They carry the core set (and some stores will have expansion sets, though they're no longer listed on line), and they regularly e-mail 15% coupons, usually once a month and on holiday weekends. Around Christmas and after they'll send out "mystery" coupons that can go as high as 50% off. Some coupon websites will list the winning code for online use; search around a bit.

If you have a Discover account, check your rewards status. Discover offers a $45 USD=$50 rewards exchange for Barnes & Noble gift certificates in e-certificate form. They can be used online or in stores. I bought most of my collection using these, and combining them with the B&N e-mail coupons.

But however you buy, buy with confidence; it's a great game, especially if you toss out Star Wars lines as you play. (Provided your gaming group can remember those lines… see my experience here: link and scroll down to "Other Notes.")

I agree, very worthwhile, and Star Wars has the advantage of being a popular franchise which is likely to seem cool to your young nephews.

I am sure in years to come they will thank you for introducing them to our wonderful hobby!

Yea, at first.
Not much anymore.
Played it til I'm burnt on it.
Never touch it anymore.

Thanks again. Yeah, my Google fu sux. I got no Star Wars threads. Probably how I entered x-wing.

I think buying 3 starter sets is a brilliant idea. I'll probably just pick up the Falcon or a Tie Interceptor as well.

Cheers

Yes, it is.

Amazon sells the starter for 26 dollars with free shipping. Well worth it. Three starters is plenty of ships for lots and lots of play. Easy to build 100 pt squads with those options. Add the Falcon at some point for even more options. There's no need to get hung up on collecting every ship, etc. How expensive it is really depends on you.

I have not paid full price, I don't think, for anything I've bought. For what I've paid, sure it's worth it. At full price? Probably, although I would likely own less stuff.

Doug

Thanks Chris! Amazon is $115 USD for 3 starter sets, 1 Tie interceptor & the Falcon.

I'll give another thumbs up for it. I enjoy it a lot.

Miniature Market has it for 33% off and free shipping if you purchase more than $100 USD worth of product. Of course they are out of stock on everything except the Wave 2 ships right now.

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Definitely 2 Core sets and one of every ship past that will get you tons of quality play. You can pick up more of the individual ships as your taste and experiences dictate.

I didn't think so, but I'm not one of your nephews. I play it when someone else hosts it.

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Cheaper way of getting X-Wings & Tie Fighters is buying 2-3 copies of the initial game.

This will also give you additional copies of the rules and tokens.

The base game is cheaper than buying additional fighters.

Here's link to a nice squadron builder I use:
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You can print the list with images of the cards too. It's great because you can use options from sets that you may not have purchased (different R2 cards for the x-wings than are available in the starter -- the ones that come with the Y-Wing, or to print a Wedge Card, etc.).

At the very least, it's a top notch product. The components about as good as they get. It's a very well tested system with lots of variability. If you like Wings of War, and you like Star Wars, then what are you waiting for?

Yes, it is a good investment. The game is fun, easy to learn, visually attractive and there is a huge community of players, which means that your nephews can find opponents even when they are not playing with you.

Great game – lots of fun.

Although, I would say to pick up two Starter sets for now. Extra dice, extra Movement rulers, Firing rulers, etc, plus for the cost of TWO 'single' fighters, you get THREE more fighters!

(…what Mithmee said! :-) )

I love you guys!