7 Wonders vs Spirit Island
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
Spirit Island
⭐ 8.4# 11💰 $65👤 1-4
Spirit Island is a cooperative game where players are spirits defending their island from invading colonizers. Unlike most cooperative games where players are the underdog, here players grow increasingly powerful as the game progresses. Each spirit has unique powers and abilities, offering high replayability.
FantasyFightingMythologyTerritory Building
Specification Comparison
| Spec | 7 Wonders | Spirit Island |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 45 | 11 ✓ |
| Rating | 7.8 | 8.4 ✓ |
| Year Published | 2010 ✓ | 2017 |
| Price | 40 ✓ | 65 |
| Min Players | 2 | 1 ✓ |
| Max Players | 7 ✓ | 4 |
| Play Time (min) | 30 ✓ | 120 |
| Min Age | 10 ✓ | 13 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 2.33 | 4.06 ✓ |
7 Wonders wins in 5 categories, Spirit Island wins in 4 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)
Spirit Island — Time Estimates
1-Player Game90 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game120 min
Full table experience
Learning Session135 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
Spirit Island
Categories
FantasyFightingMythologyTerritory Building
Mechanics
Action PointsAction QueueArea Majority / InfluenceCooperative PlayHand ManagementModular BoardSimultaneous Action SelectionVariable Player Powers
Rating Comparison
7 Wonders7.8
Spirit Island8.4
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, 7 Wonders or Spirit Island?
7 Wonders has a rating of 7.8, while Spirit Island has 8.4. Spirit Island is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, 7 Wonders or Spirit Island?
7 Wonders costs approximately $40 and Spirit Island costs approximately $65. 7 Wonders is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, 7 Wonders or Spirit Island?
7 Wonders supports 2-7 players and Spirit Island supports 1-4 players. 7 Wonders supports more players.
Is 7 Wonders or Spirit Island more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, 7 Wonders has a complexity weight of 2.33 and Spirit Island has 4.06. Spirit Island is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, 7 Wonders or Spirit Island?
7 Wonders takes about 30 minutes to play, while Spirit Island takes about 120 minutes. 7 Wonders is the quicker game.