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Race for the Galaxy

Race for the Galaxy

by Temple Gates Games LLC

178 ratings
185 reviews
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  • Released
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  • May 6, 2017
  • October 21, 2018

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Temple Gates Games LLC
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About

A digital adaptation of a popular strategy board game. Players build empires by playing cards to develop technology or settle planets, using a simultaneous phase selection mechanic. Engage in single-player or multiplayer modes with various strategic paths to victory.

✓Card-based empire building
✓Simultaneous phase selection
✓Single player AI mode
✓Network multiplayer
✓Multiple starting worlds
✓Expansion content available
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Race for the Galaxy. Based on 178 reviews and a 4.1/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this game.

Positive things

  • 🚀Excellent adaptation of the board game
  • 👍Well-implemented user interface
  • 🎮Challenging AI opponents
  • 💡Includes promo home worlds and 2nd Edition cards
  • 🕹️Supports 4-player games

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent crashes and stability issues
  • 🔌Online play is unreliable and prone to disconnects
  • 📱UI not optimized for smaller screens
  • 🔢Lack of scoring breakdown at the end of games
  • 🎨No colorblind mode
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What's New in Race for the Galaxy

1.09.2

October 21, 2018

Race 2nd Edition updates - More color-blind friendly - Balance adjustments to 5 base game cards Performance and stability improvements 1.09.1 Fixes an issue with tapping buttons near the screen edge on iOS 11 or above 1.09.2 Fixes and issue with Merchant Guild scoring

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In-App Purchases

$3.99

The Gathering Storm

As knowledge of JumpDrive spreads, an ancient race stirs, while another flees a dying sun. This expansion adds 4 new start worlds, 18 new cards, and 10 goals, providing a new way to score victory points. Drafting, robot, and 5 players not supported.

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Top Paid

📈 28+11

Card games

This game rose +11 positions in Card games chart.

Last updated on August 2, 2026.

Top Paid

📈 45+13

Board games

This game rose +13 positions in Board games chart.

Last updated on August 2, 2026.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Very, very Good

Great game with very competitive IA.

Worth investing the time to learn.
VamosDCUnitedVamosDCUnited

Great adaptation, but wish other exps. would get implemented

This app got updated to include the promo home worlds, and adjusted 2nd Edition cards! AI opponents are just as good as the original Keldon’s AI (although easier difficulty levels are available). Really wish we could get other expansions as well.
ackmondualackmondual

Too bad the online server is fickle

It just is never available when I want to play. This is a hidden gem amongst the board games on iOS. Just wish I could play other people.
BiffBifkinBiffBifkin

needs fixes

I love this game and the AI is really awesome, but in the last couple of months the game has been crashing quite often.
DepkarDepkar

Help

Game force quits when I open it can't play on iphone
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Issues with the Colony Ship card not properly discarding

Bug

Hard AI opponents using exploitative strategies

Bug

DLC purchases not syncing across devices

Bug

Multiplayer games sometimes timing out or being unrecoverable

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Requested Features

5 requests

Add more expansions beyond the first two

Feature

Implement local pass-and-play mode

Feature

Provide more detailed tutorials and explanations

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Allow reviewing the final game state and player tableaus

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Add achievements and progression systems

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FAQ

What is Race for the Galaxy?

Race for the Galaxy is a digital version of a popular strategy board game. Players compete to build the most successful space empire by playing cards to develop technologies and settle planets. The core gameplay involves secretly choosing and revealing phases simultaneously, then executing them in order.

What are the key features of the app?

The app features a core mechanic of simultaneous phase selection, allowing for deep strategic play. It supports 2-4 player network multiplayer and a single-player mode against an advanced AI. Players can choose from five starting worlds and utilize a variety of settlement and development cards.

How is the app monetized?

The app is free to download and play, with in-app purchases available for expansion content. This includes a free promo pack with additional starting planets and the option to purchase the 'Gathering Storm' and 'Rebel Vs. Imperium' expansions.

Can I play against friends?

Yes, the app offers network multiplayer for 2 to 4 players. This allows you to compete against friends or other players online, bringing the strategic board game experience to a digital platform.

What kind of strategies can I employ?

The game offers diverse strategic paths. You can focus on building an engine to generate victory points efficiently, explore and settle valuable planets, or pursue a military conquest to hinder your opponents' development.