Fantasy Flight Games is a leading publisher of board games, card games, roleplaying games, and other tabletop games. They are primarily known for their high-quality games with immersive themes and complicated game mechanics. The brand is also known for their licensed properties, including Star Wars, Marvel, and Game of Thrones.
Founded in 1995 by Christian T. Petersen.
Started as a publisher of European board games in the United States.
Began publishing original games in 1997 with Twilight Imperium.
Acquired by Asmodee Group in 2014.
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A grand strategy game about politics, warfare, and diplomacy among the galaxy's major civilizations.
A tactical miniatures game about dogfighting in the Star Wars universe.
A cooperative game about exploring a Lovecraftian city while battling cosmic horrors from beyond.
A unique card game where each deck is completely randomized, ensuring that every game is different.
A Living Card Game about the conflicts between the Imperium of Man and alien races in the grim darkness of the far future.
Fantasy Flight Games is a subsidiary of Asmodee Group, which means that Asmodee owns and operates Fantasy Flight Games. However, Fantasy Flight Games has its own creative team and operates somewhat independently within Asmodee Group.
Some beginner-friendly games from Fantasy Flight Games include Ticket to Ride, Carcassonne, and Splendor. These games have simpler rules and shorter playtimes than some of Fantasy Flight's more complex games.
A Living Card Game (LCG) is a type of card game where players buy expansions that contain fixed cards, rather than randomized booster packs. This allows players to build specific decks with the cards they want, without relying on luck or expensive rare cards.
The best way to learn how to play a Fantasy Flight game is to read the rulebook carefully and then play a few practice games with friends or family. Many Fantasy Flight Games also have tutorial videos or online resources that can help with learning the game.
Some popular licensed games from Fantasy Flight Games include Star Wars: X-Wing, Star Wars: Armada, Game of Thrones: The Board Game, and Marvel Champions. These games take place in well-known fictional universes and often feature iconic characters and settings.