7 Wonders vs Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
Side by side comparison of two top board games
7 Wonders
⭐ 7.8# 45💰 $40👤 2-7
7 Wonders is a card drafting game where players build ancient civilizations by constructing Wonders of the World. Each player manages a civilization through three ages, choosing cards that provide resources, military strength, scientific advances, or civic structures. The game supports up to 7 players and plays quickly.
AncientCard GameCivilization
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
⭐ 7.5# 239💰 $55👤 2-5
Dead of Winter is a cooperative survival game set in a zombie apocalypse. Each player leads a colony of survivors, completing personal and group objectives. The Crossroads system triggers story events that change the game. A traitor mechanic adds suspicion and tension.
BluffingHorrorSurvivalZombies
Specification Comparison
| Spec | 7 Wonders | Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 45 ✓ | 239 |
| Rating | 7.8 ✓ | 7.5 |
| Year Published | 2010 ✓ | 2014 |
| Price | 40 ✓ | 55 |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 7 ✓ | 5 |
| Play Time (min) | 30 ✓ | 120 |
| Min Age | 10 ✓ | 14 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 2.33 | 3.03 ✓ |
7 Wonders wins in 7 categories, Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game wins in 1 categories.
7 Wonders — Time Estimates
2-Player Game30 min
Quick session with a smaller group
7-Player Game30 min
Full table experience
Learning Session60 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game — Time Estimates
2-Player Game60 min
Quick session with a smaller group
5-Player Game120 min
Full table experience
Learning Session120 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Category & Mechanic Comparison
7 Wonders
Categories
AncientCard GameCivilization
Mechanics
Card DraftingHand ManagementOpen DraftingSet CollectionSimultaneous Action SelectionVariable Player Powers
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
Categories
BluffingHorrorSurvivalZombies
Mechanics
Cooperative PlayDice RollingHand ManagementHidden RolesRole PlayingScenario / Mission / Campaign GameTeam-Based GameTraitor GameVariable Player PowersVoting
Rating Comparison
7 Wonders7.8
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game7.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, 7 Wonders or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
7 Wonders has a rating of 7.8, while Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game has 7.5. 7 Wonders is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, 7 Wonders or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
7 Wonders costs approximately $40 and Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game costs approximately $55. 7 Wonders is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, 7 Wonders or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
7 Wonders supports 2-7 players and Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game supports 2-5 players. 7 Wonders supports more players.
Is 7 Wonders or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, 7 Wonders has a complexity weight of 2.33 and Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game has 3.03. Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, 7 Wonders or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
7 Wonders takes about 30 minutes to play, while Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game takes about 120 minutes. 7 Wonders is the quicker game.