7 Wonders vs King of Tokyo
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
King of Tokyo
⭐ 7.1# 533💰 $30👤 2-6
King of Tokyo is a fast-paced dice game where players take on the roles of giant monsters competing to become the King of Tokyo. Roll dice to attack, heal, or earn victory points. The last monster standing - or the first to score 20 victory points - wins. Easy to learn and always exciting.
DiceFantasyFightingScience Fiction
Specification Comparison
| Spec | 7 Wonders | King of Tokyo |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 45 ✓ | 533 |
| Rating | 7.8 ✓ | 7.1 |
| Year Published | 2010 ✓ | 2011 |
| Price | 40 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 7 ✓ | 6 |
| Play Time (min) | 30 | 30 |
| Min Age | 10 | 8 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 2.33 ✓ | 1.56 |
7 Wonders wins in 5 categories, King of Tokyo wins in 2 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)
King of Tokyo — Time Estimates
2-Player Game30 min
Quick session with a smaller group
6-Player Game30 min
Full table experience
Learning Session60 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
King of Tokyo
Categories
DiceFantasyFightingScience Fiction
Mechanics
Dice RollingHot PotatoIncomeKill StealOpen DraftingPush Your LuckRe-rolling and LockingVariable Player Powers
Rating Comparison
7 Wonders7.8
King of Tokyo7.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, 7 Wonders or King of Tokyo?
7 Wonders has a rating of 7.8, while King of Tokyo has 7.1. 7 Wonders is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, 7 Wonders or King of Tokyo?
7 Wonders costs approximately $40 and King of Tokyo costs approximately $30. King of Tokyo is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, 7 Wonders or King of Tokyo?
7 Wonders supports 2-7 players and King of Tokyo supports 2-6 players. 7 Wonders supports more players.
Is 7 Wonders or King of Tokyo more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, 7 Wonders has a complexity weight of 2.33 and King of Tokyo has 1.56. 7 Wonders is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, 7 Wonders or King of Tokyo?
7 Wonders takes about 30 minutes to play, while King of Tokyo takes about 30 minutes. King of Tokyo is the quicker game.