At London Toy Fair, award-winning publisher Ravensburger announced three major updates to its Villainous franchise in 2025, a series of board games based on iconic Disney properties. The announcement includes a new board game for all ages, The unstoppable Disney villain! an expanded international tournament circuit and new Villainous games, including one set in the Star Wars universe.
“We know people love Villainous, but one of the most common things we hear from our fans is that they love the immersion, art, and style of the game and wish there was an easy way to bring that joy to kids. or families who may not have time. play a longer strategy game,” said Lysa Penrose, director of new game marketing at Ravensburger in a statement provided to Polygon. “The unstoppable Disney villain! “It is designed with that in mind and brings that storytelling to a new, more traditional gaming experience that feels at home with other game night classics.”
An expanded global circuit of tournaments and retail events was also announced at the London Toy Fair. Additional events will take place in France, Italy, Germany, the Netherlands and Australia, alongside existing North American tournaments at Gen Con and PAX Unplugged. Ravensburger will also offer the Disney Villainous Night Out Organized Play Kit for friendly local game stores who want to bring the game to their communities.
The final announcement includes some standalone expansions, including Disney's first live-action villain (although the company didn't specify which one) and a new game featuring characters from the Star Wars universe. More details about that game are scheduled to be revealed later this year.