Armada vs X-Wing, which is better?
They are both games.
Crothian
First Post
They really play a bit more differently then one might expect. X-wing is a game of dog fighting in space so precision movement is very important. Armada is about large ship combat so the movement of the big ships and even the squads does not need to be as precise. X-wing is usually last man standing wins with tournaments having timed events. In Armada there are only six rounds and there is an objective each team is trying to achieve. Armada is a bit more complex as there are better defense options for each big ship and they have shields that have facing so shields can be out in front but perfectly strong in the back of the ship.
Olgar Shiverstone
Legend
I prefer X-wing, but the games are very different and it's almost a false comparison.
X-wing is a fast-paced tactical dogfighting game between fighters (some freighters may apply). The players can change plans from round to round, and knowing ranges, dials, and being able to estimate without pre-measuring are crucial to success. X-wing is fast to pick up and while new upgrades add a great deal of variety they don't slow down play.
Armada is a slower, more strategic fleet engagement game focused on capital ships (with fighters present, but clearly not the focus). Planning ahead is more crucial while precise placement is not as pre-measuring is allowed. I've found Armada harder to pick up (perhaps because I started with X-wing) and a bit more complicated in play. Games take longer.
I think they appeal to different needs and niches, but share common Star Wars flavor and great miniatures, plus some common game concepts.
X-wing is a fast-paced tactical dogfighting game between fighters (some freighters may apply). The players can change plans from round to round, and knowing ranges, dials, and being able to estimate without pre-measuring are crucial to success. X-wing is fast to pick up and while new upgrades add a great deal of variety they don't slow down play.
Armada is a slower, more strategic fleet engagement game focused on capital ships (with fighters present, but clearly not the focus). Planning ahead is more crucial while precise placement is not as pre-measuring is allowed. I've found Armada harder to pick up (perhaps because I started with X-wing) and a bit more complicated in play. Games take longer.
I think they appeal to different needs and niches, but share common Star Wars flavor and great miniatures, plus some common game concepts.
Crothian
First Post
I'd say that article was written by someone who had not played Armada and was just presenting their own assumption.
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