Despite 2023 being one of the biggest years ever for Collectable Card Games and Trading Card Games (CCGs and TCGs; two terms which pretty much mean the same thing!), it seems that there’s no time for card game fans to rest on their laurels in 2024 at all.
Case in point: we’ve already seen Magic: The Gathering release an intriguing set with Murders at Karlov Manor (and a unique mashup with Ravnica: Clue/Cluedo Edition), Pokemon’s Paldean Fates expansion has brought a ton of Shiny Pokemon to the West and even Disney Lorcana, one of 2023’s biggest success stories, is now onto its third release with Into the Inklands.
Now, Star Wars Unlimited is arriving to shake up the tabletop gaming scene even further!
It’s the first time that Star Wars has been adapted to the CCG format since 2001’s Star Wars Trading Card Game from Wizards of the Coast.
Though Fantasy Flight’s Star Wars: The Card Game launched in 2012, it was a Living Card Game and, as such, adapted a non-random, fixed card distribution model.
Star Wars Destiny also felt more like a dice game than a CCG and was relatively short-lived.
If you want to check out a deeper look at the last few decades, check out my history of Star Wars CCGs feature!
In short though, all of the above means that Star Wars Unlimited marks the first time that a full Star Wars CCG will be on store shelves since the 2000s; so if you’re a Star Wars fan, a CCG fan or both (and let’s face it, there’s a huge crossover there!), where can you get your hands on Star Wars Unlimited cards?
Let’s take a look!
Where Can I Buy Star Wars Unlimited Cards?
Asmodee/Fantasy Flight Games are being incredibly, not to mention admirably, restrained when it comes to the Star Wars Unlimited product range.
Which is to say that there are minimal products available for Star Wars Unlimited’s first set, Spark of Rebellion; a Two Player Starter set, individual Booster packs and, of course, 24-pack Booster boxes can be purchased too.
Two Player Starter
The Two Player Starter gives you and an opponent everything you need to begin your adventures in Star Wars Unlimited.
In the Starter set, you get two pre-constructed, ready-to-play decks, one headed up by Luke Skywalker and the other by Darth Vader, as well as two cardboard deck boxes, counters, two paper play mats (which double as posters!) and a quick start rulebook.
I can highly recommend this set even if you’re intending to play draft or sealed games of Star Wars Unlimited, as there are numerous cards that are exclusive to the Starter.
It’s also the perfect entry point for learning the game, with the play mats in particular containing useful phase summaries, setup and rule clarifications.
If you’re in the UK, you can pick up the Two Player Starter from Amazon, Total Cards, Magic Madhouse and Chaos Cards.
In the US, you can buy the Two Player Starter directly from publishers Asmodee; for the moment, it does seem as if supply is low for this particular product in the UK, so going direct is definitely the best option.
Booster Packs and Boxes
Star Wars Unlimited Booster Packs are built from the ground up with draft and sealed play in mind; each pack containing a Leader and at least one Base, so by opening multiple packs, you’ll have plenty of options when it comes to building your deck.
Incidentally, I wrote a guide on how to play draft and sealed in Star Wars Unlimited, so you can learn exactly how both formats work before you play.
What this means, in short, is that buying a whole booster box makes sense for more than just collectors; if you intend to play with even a few other people, the cheapest way for you to all get your booster packs is by buying a booster box and splitting the cost.
Each box contains 24 packs, which is enough for 8 players to play draft (or 4 players to play two different draft games!) or for 4 players to take part in a sealed format game.
If you’re in the UK, head to Amazon, Total Cards, Magic Madhouse or Chaos Cards for full booster boxes.
If you want to pick up individual packs instead, you can also find these at the same retailers; try Total Cards, Magic Madhouse or Chaos Cards.
Booster packs and boxes seem a little easier to get hold of in the US than the Starter too; you can pick a box up from Amazon or directly from Asmodee.
If a booster box is too much or if you’re not able to split the cost with friends or other players, you can buy single booster packs instead.
Each booster contains a very generous 16 cards, including the aforementioned Leader and Base, alongside at least one foil, 9 Commons, 3 Uncommons and at least 1 Rare card too.
I’ve covered booster packs in detail, in my Star Wars Unlimited: Spark of Rebellion pull rates article.
Again, for UK players I’d recommend checking out Total Cards, Magic Madhouse or Chaos Cards.
Where Can I Learn More About Star Wars Unlimited?
You can check out the official rules on the Star Wars Unlimited website.
I’ve also put together a comprehensive Star Wars Unlimited card list, which showcases all of the cards in the first set, Spark of Rebellion, along with more useful information on what to expect from the game!
I’ve also covered Aspects in Star Wars Unlimited, which explains the game’s faction and colour system in more detail.
I look forward to bringing you much more information on Star Wars Unlimited, taking closer looks at various facets of the game and its cards as more sets are released.
Without wishing to make too much of a groanworthy pun: watch this space!
