Race for the Galaxy
Temple Gates Games LLC Board In-app purchases
A strategic boardgame of galactic expansion. Develop and settle outer space!
- Rating
- 4.1
- 1.1K ratings
- Downloads
- 10K+
- on Google Play
- Price
- $6.99
- In-app purchases
- Updated
- Oct 27
- 2025 · v1.0.1613
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About Race for the Galaxy
Race for the Galaxy is a strategy boardgame where players advance their empire by playing cards to build technological developments or to settle planets. Its core mechanic is a phase choosing game. Players secretly and simultaneously determine which one of seven phases they will lock in, all reveal at once, then execute the phases in order. Will you build an engine to ramp up VP generation on cheapo production planets? Will you invest in exploration and settle rare and valuable VP rich planets? Or will you rush a military conquest to cut off your opponents before they have a chance to develop their strategy.
Game Features
▪ 2 – 4 player with network multiplayer
▪ Single player mode with advanced neural network AI
▪ Five starting worlds and ninety settlement and development cards
▪ Free promo pack included: New Worlds with six additional starting planets
▪ Gathering Storm and Rebel Vs. Imperium expansions available for purchase
Game Features
▪ 2 – 4 player with network multiplayer
▪ Single player mode with advanced neural network AI
▪ Five starting worlds and ninety settlement and development cards
▪ Free promo pack included: New Worlds with six additional starting planets
▪ Gathering Storm and Rebel Vs. Imperium expansions available for purchase
What’s new
Version 1.0.1613 · Updated October 27, 2025
Update target API
User reviews
great game, but the ai just hangs most games ( played with 3 hard ai's and all expansion packs)
Fantastic game. I have never played the physical version, but I enjoy this adaptation immensely.
The game works well on a Pixel 4. Great card game.
One of the world's best tabletop games. Fantastic digital version.
Bug report: the game forces you to sell a single card through "pilgrimage world" (which would give 1-1=0 points) and subsequently the app crashes. It would be better if selling cards would only be possible when having more than 1 card to sell, OR giving the player the option to pass. Either way, the crash needs to b...
Have been a massive fan of this game's paper version, and thanks to the great implementation/programming, the mobile version is just as fantastic. A must-play if you can afford it.
Frequently asked questions
What is Race for the Galaxy?
Race for the Galaxy is a strategy boardgame where players build their empire by playing cards to develop technologies or settle planets.
How does the game work?
The game works by players secretly and simultaneously choosing one of seven phases, revealing them at the same time, and then executing the phases in order.
How many players can play Race for the Galaxy?
Race for the Galaxy can be played by 2-4 players, and it also has network multiplayer option.
Is there a single player mode?
Yes, there is a single player mode in Race for the Galaxy, which includes an advanced neural network AI.
What cards are included in the game?
The game includes five starting worlds and ninety settlement and development cards.
Are there any expansions available for the game?
Yes, there are expansions available for Race for the Galaxy. The Gathering Storm and Rebel Vs. Imperium expansions can be purchased.
Are there any additional starting planets?
Yes, the game comes with a free promo pack that includes New Worlds with six additional starting planets.
Alternatives to Race for the Galaxy
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