Best Twilight Imperium Board Games in 2026

Competitive, card-driven, engine-building board game.

Challenging strategy game recommended for those ages 14 plus

Game includes 170 unique bird cards, 26 bonus cards and 16 Automa cards, 103 food tokens and 75 egg minatures, 5 custom wooden dice and 5 palyer mats, 1 birdfeeder dice tower and 2-piece Game Trayz custom tray, 1 goal mat and 8 goal tiles, 1 first-player token and 40 action cubes, 4 clear plastic resource containers, 1 scorepad, and 3 rulebooks.

THE DAWN OF A NEW AGE: Explore the latest reimagining of the Twilight Imperium saga with this epic fourth edition. The galaxy stirs once more, and the great races are again looking beyond their borders into the far reaches of space. Mecatol Rex, the jewel of galactic civilization, awaits the one who would be so bold as to take up the mantle of Emperor.

SCI-FI STRATEGY BOARD GAME: In this game of galactic conquest, each player takes command of one of seventeen unique civilizations to compete for interstellar supremacy through warfare, trade, uncertain allegiances, and political dominance. Negotiate your way to victory or overrun your foes with military might - the choice is yours.

THRILLING AND COMPETITIVE: Every faction offers a completely different play experience, from the wormhole-hopping Ghosts of Creuss to the Emiratates of Hacan, masters of trade. Each of these races have many paths to victory, but only one will sit upon the throne of Mecatol Rex as the new masters of the galaxy.

Instant transactions and cashless gameplay

Introducing Event cards for an exciting game

Property values rise and fall

Deck-building meets worker placement

The first new Dune board game in nearly 40 years

From the creators of Clank!

It is a time of unrest in 1920s Europa. The ashes from the first great war still darken the snow. The capitalistic city-state known simply as “The Factory”, which fueled the war with heavily armored mechs, has closed its doors, drawing the attention of several nearby countries

Lead your faction to victory, building mechs, working the land, and exploring the mysterious factory, all while protecting your territory from the mechs of other encroaching factions

Explore the alternate-history of 1920 plus Europe through Jakub Różalski's stunning artwork

STRATEGY GAME: Experience an intense two-player struggle for supremacy in the ancient world! Challenge your opponent and bring your civilization to victory with Prestigious Buildings, Military Supremacy or Scientific Supremacy.

TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR CIVILIZATION: Decide to invest in science, military or prestige. If you fail to build defenses, your capital city may be destroyed, but ignore technology and your people may be left in the dark ages. Will your city achieve greatness, or will your opponent prevent you from completing all your Wonders?

CIVILIZATION WAS BORN FROM EVOLUTION: One game of 7 Wonders Duel plays over the course of three rounds, called Ages, during which you will choose cards with increasingly powerful effects. Each card you choose will influence your general strategy.

HORROR GAME: This fully cooperative board game of horror and mystery takes place in the same universe as Arkham Horror 3rd Edition, Arkham KCG, Eldritch Horror and Elder Sign. Explore the veiled and misty streets of Innsmouth and stumble through the haunted corridors of Arkham’s cursed mansions as you search for answers and respite.

MYSTERY GAME: Players take the part of investigators, entering the darkened rooms of haunted Akrham mansions and other sinister locales to discover strange secrets, solve cunning puzzles and battle otherworldly dangers. Open the door and step inside - it will take more than just survival to conquer the evils terrorizing this town.

COOPERATIVE GAME WITH HIGH VARIABILITY: Game features four campaigns of varying length and difficulty.The dynamics of this game make it an excellent choice for game night with friends and family, especially if they're fans of horror!

Root is a game of adventure and war where 2 to 4 players battle for control of a vast wilderness

In Root, players drive the narrative and the differences between each role create an unparalleled level of interaction and replayability.

Ages 10+, 90- 120 minute playing time

BUILD A GALACTIC EMPIRE: In the depths of space, the aliens of the Cosmos vie with each other for control of the universe. Alliances form and shift from moment to moment, while cataclysmic battles send starships screaming into the warp.

SCI-FI ADVENTURE GAME: This game of interstellar exploration, negotiation, and conflict invites players to lead their own unique alien civilizations as they seek to spread across the stars. Forge your alliances, outwit your enemies and spread your colonies across the galaxy!

STRATEGY GAME: Every planet is ruled by someone and the only way to expand your cosmic colonies is through either diplomacy or war. By establishing colonies on five planets beyond the reaches of your home system, you will safeguard the future of your species and earn victory. But if you fail, you will fall into the black abyss of space!

CLASSIC BEGINNER GAME: Do you remember playing the Hi Ho. Cherry-O game when you were a child. Introduce new generations to the classic gameplay of this kids' board game for boys and girls ages 3 and up

FUN COUNTING BOARD GAME: Kids ages 3 and up can have a blast picking pretend fruit from the trees on the game board, and filling their buckets. The spinner lets them know the number of pieces to pick -- or put back

SIMPLE GAMEPLAY FOR PRESCHOOLERS: Players take turns picking pretend cherries, blueberries, apples, and oranges from their trees to fill their baskets. The first to fill their basket wins

TAKE TO THE STARS AND BECOME A LIVING LEGEND: In this game of bounty hunters, mercenaries, and smugglers, you take on the role of an underworld denizen setting out to make your mark on the galaxy. Travel the Outer Rim in your personal ship, hire legendary Star Wars characters to join your crew and try to become the most famous (or infamous) outlaw in the galaxy.

SURVIVE THE OUTER RIM: The warring factions of the galaxy roam the Outer Rim, hunting down the scum that have proven to be a thorn in their side, and other scoundrels looking to make their mark may see you as the perfect target to bring down to bolster their own reputation.

STRATEGY GAME: The goal of Outer Rim is to be the first player to reach ten fame, but the path to notoriety can be different for every scoundrel. Cross paths with the various factions patrolling the Outer Rim, bring in iconic Star Wars characters dead or alive for bounties, or make a fortune delivering illegal cargo, dodging patrols and encounters across the galaxy.

Characters you love - In this asymmetric board game, choose from 6 iconic Disney Villains - each with their own sinister objectives & goals. Disney Villainous comes with Captain Hook, Maleficent, Jafar, Ursula, Queen of Hearts, and Prince John. The Fate Decks also feature your favorite protagonists like Aladdin, Peter Pan, Ariel, and more!

Great for Disney fans and families - Whether you're playing with a group of devoted Disney fans, classic strategy gamers, or with your family, Disney Villainous is perfect for any game night occasion and makes a great gift for Disney lovers!

Clear instructions - Easy to learn with clear instructions! Each of the 6 villains has their own guide, and these guides will inspire you with strategies and tips for crafting the most successful plan to win!

Choose an awesome vacation: take a ski trip, a safari, or go snorkeling in a coral Reef. Choose an awesome vacation from adventurous to relaxing

Choose an interesting career: players can choose from 31 Career cards featuring unusual or quirky careers such as ice cream flavor Maker or a secret Agent

Great family game: do you remember playing this classic Hasbro board game from your childhood. With instant setup and easy play, this exclusive edition is great fun to play when the family is together

MYSTERY BOARD GAME: A horrible crime was committed on the grounds of Warwick Manor thirty years ago. Now the mansion is haunted by the ghost of the murdered servant and it’s up to a group of psychic investigators to get to the bottom of the mystery.

COOPERATIVE BOARD GAME: One player takes on the role of the victim (who is now a ghost) and the rest play as psychics. Over the course of the game, players work together to solve a mystery by psychically communicating with the victim. The ghost tries to lead psychics to the correct culprit.

INTERPRET VISIONS TO SOLVE MYSTERIES: Each player investigates a case assigned to them to determine who the actual murderer is. Psychics receive numerous visions from the ghost with clues. Can they determine the weapon, location and killer, or will a violent criminal pull off the perfect murder?

Seconds to set up and minutes to learn

Deluxe components, including 135 glimmering fire gems, a printed cloth bag, custom meeples, an engraved wind die, and more

Vibrant artwork: The game features original watercolors by fine artist Kevin Ruelle. The vivid colors perfectly match the beautiful, unique components and create a highly tactile experience that fully immerses players in the theme of the game

5-Minute Dungeon is the most fun you can have in 5 minutes! You'll need teamwork to defeat each dungeon in only 5 minutes, and then take on the next intense challenge. Defeat all 6 bosses to win!

Now with 25 more cards and the extra-challenging Dungeon Master: Final Form boss!

Featuring a free timer app for Android and Apple devices, with six different themed narrators!

HORROR GAME: The cultists have been painstakingly preparing for this moment for quite some time. An Elder God, a being adrift in a different dimension, has reached out into their minds, giving them the knowledge necessary to awaken it and bring it into our own world, unleashing its hellish powers on the unsuspecting populace

MYSTERY GAME: Investigators work to defeat an Elder God that is being summoned to Earth. They are running late, as the summoning ritual is already underway. But if they can collect enough clues to find a weakness or alter the ritual just enough to cause one, they can blast the god to death before it gets a true foothold in the world.

COOPERATIVE MYSTERY GAME: Players must work together if they want to stand a chance at stopping the evil about to be unleashed on the world. Working together, players will fight cultists, search for answers, and try to keep their already-broken minds from warping even further.

For 2 4 players

Takes about 2 hours to play

A massive 70 x 100cm Game Board in two sections, 16 Action Dice, 5 Combat Dice and 76 Cardboard Counters

THIS IS A TWILIGHT IMPERIUM BOARD GAME EXPANSION. You will need the Twilight Imperium 4th Edition Base Game in order to play with this expansion. Two additional players can now join the galactic struggle, bringing the total player count up to eight.

THRILLING SCI-FI STRATEGY BOARD GAME: Over the millennia, the secret of the lost planet Ixth and its location would reach the ears of those easily manipulated. As the echoes of the past tear through the galaxy and the Prophecy of Ixth turns to ash, a new flame grows amidst the still-burning embers - The Prophecy of Kings.

SEVEN NEW FACTIONS: With seven never-before-seen factions and 40 new system and hyperlane tiles, there’s more to fight over than ever before. Each new faction boasts their own unique strengths and weaknesses, from the gene-altering powers of the Mahact, to the watchful guard of the Argent Flight, to the mysterious and ancient Empyrean.

EXCITING THIRD EDITION: This edition of the Betrayal at the House on the Hill game is rich with horror-based content, gaming elements, and characters not seen in previous versions

HAUNTED HOUSE TRAITOR GAME: Players must work together to survive the nightmare…but beware . The house turns one player against the others in this cooperative strategy game

GREAT FOR NEW PLAYERS: This 3rd Edition of the game features artwork, rule books, trackers, and cards that will help new players navigate the game and jump right in

Deluxe Edition

Relive the cold war and change history

Quick-playing, low-complexity

A game of deduction and suspense by Prospero Hall.

One player is the Director, silently playing out clues as to what may, or may not have happened to the other players.

The players are unaware if a murder happened until they start noticing suspicious signs from their neighbors.

Control a vast interstellar civilization and explore new star systems, research technologies and build spaceships to wage war.

New graphic design which includes components and thoughtfully revised content, while maintaining the acclaimed symbology of the first edition.

Players will command a human or alien species that explores, expands, exploits and exterminates their way to victory with all new miniatures for ancients, GCDS, orbitals, and more.

COLD CASE CRACKERS ALLOWS YOU TO TAKE THE ROLE OF A DETECTIVE TEAM. You will try to crack a case that was never solved. This is the Fairlake Bank Heist Case - This fictional case is of a bank heist and string of murders in the city of Fairlake. The heist took place in 2005 and with no leads the case went cold and the unknown mastermind responsible for the heist has escaped justice. Your job is to sift through the evidence and determine who the mastermind is.

MOVE THROUGH THE PHASES OF YOUR INVESTIGATION. This case will be solved by achieving investigation goals given to you on phase cards. Each phase and task are different, but all are crucial in solving the case. The game requires live action detective work and includes twists and turns you never see coming

USE THE DOZENS OF DOCUMENTS AND PHOTOGRAPHS ALONG THE WAY. The evidence includes newspaper clippings, blueprints, maps, text messages, visitor logs, suspect profiles, photos, witness statements, interview transcripts, and much more. You never know what piece of evidence you may need or when you will need it. Your team of investigators will have to have a keen wit and observant eyes.

Challenge your friends to see who knows more about Twilight….the more you know, the greater you chance of winning

Based on the popular novels and TV movie

Includes board, Scene cards, playing pieces, and dice

RULE THE WORLD AND BUILD AN EMPIRE: This tabletop game based on the groundbreaking video game series lets players become some of history’s greatest leaders as they try to advance their people through the ages, from ancient history to the modern era. Trade, battle, build, and pursue your agendas to become the premier world power!

STRATEGY GAME: As leaders of competing nations, players must expand their domains, gain new technologies, and build wonders to rise above all others and shape the world to their own vision. By balancing their nation's pursuits, leaders can build a new society greater than any that has come before and guarantee that their people will not only survive, but thrive.

LEAVE YOUR MARK: By advancing their culture, science, economy, industry, and military, rulers can ensure their nation’s survival through the ages. However, true leaders want their civilization to not only survive, but thrive by advancing their pursuits and completing agendas.

Exciting new game features content from all 3 films, including the summer 2010 release, The Twilight Saga: Eclipse

Experience the ultimate trivia game that features all new clips, trivia and on-screen puzzles from this blockbuster franchise

Includes: Game DVD, Flextime Game Board, Shuffle Play feature, 4 Collectible Metal Tokens, 160 Trivia cards

Enter the world of the Twilight Saga and reunite Bella and Edward

Challenge your friends to see who knows more about New Moon, the more you know, the greater you chance of winning

Includes board, Scene cards, playing pieces, and dice

With these Fleet Stands, you can now view your game board with crystal-clear clarity! Easily maneuver your space fleets on the board and distinguish your units for proper identification of fighters in space and those stationed on planets

Compatible with a variety of outer space-related board and miniature games such as Twilight Imperium by Fantasy Flight Games or Eclipse by Asmodee

Move your fleet across the board with ease using these convenient fleet stands.

An adventure board game set within the Dune universe, inspired by the upcoming blockbuster film

An epic game night experience for 1 to 4 players aged 14+

A branching story where your decisions impact the world in which you play