Details About Battle for Hoth - New Star War Game

Exciting new details have emerged about Battle for Hoth, the upcoming Star Wars board game from Days of Wonder, built on the classic Commands & Colors system. As expected, the game shares strong similarities with Memoir ’44 and is set on the icy battlefield of Hoth, the iconic planet from Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back.

The box reveals that Battle for Hoth is designed for 2 to 4 players, with an average playtime of about 30 minutes — making it a faster, more streamlined alternative to the original Memoir ’44, which typically runs 30–60 minutes. This suggests Battle for Hoth may follow in the footsteps of other condensed versions like Pandemic: Hot Zone or Ticket to Ride: New York.

A closer look at the components confirms this faster pace: the game board features a 10x7 hex grid compared to Memoir ’44’s larger 13x9 layout. The reduced size promotes tighter engagements and more intense, close-quarters tactics.

Photos of the game components reveal asymmetrical unit designs. Rebel infantry squads consist of 3 figures per unit, while Imperial forces follow the traditional 4-figure format seen in Memoir ’44. The game uses six-sided dice featuring familiar symbols: infantry, armor, artillery, flag, general hit, and miss.

A particularly exciting twist is the introduction of unique command decks for each faction. The Empire and Rebel Alliance each have their own set of command cards. Each side reportedly includes 3 leaders, hinting at a system that could resemble hero units from Commands & Colors: Ancients — or perhaps an entirely new mechanic.

The box also displays a hex-shaped emblem labeled Galactic Battles — likely indicating a new game line from Days of Wonder, with Battle for Hoth as the inaugural release. Given the extensive expansion support Memoir ’44 received over the years, Galactic Battles could evolve into a broad and richly developed series within the Star Wars universe.