Agricola vs King of Tokyo
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Agricola
⭐ 8# 24💰 $55👤 1-4
Agricola is a farming strategy game where players manage their own family farms. Workers gather resources, build fences, plant crops, and raise animals through 14 rounds. The game is known for its tight resource economy and the constant pressure to feed your family. With many cards for variety, each game offers unique strategic paths.
EconomicFarming
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 | Agricola | King of Tokyo |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 24 ✓ | 533 |
| Rating | 8 ✓ | 7.1 |
| Year Published | 2007 ✓ | 2011 |
| Price | 55 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Players | 1 ✓ | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 6 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 120 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Age | 12 | 8 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.63 ✓ | 1.56 |
Agricola wins in 5 categories, King of Tokyo wins in 4 categories.
Agricola — Time Estimates
1-Player Game30 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game150 min
Full table experience
Learning Session120 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
Agricola
Categories
EconomicFarming
Mechanics
Action DraftingCard DraftingHand ManagementIncomeOpen DraftingSet CollectionTurn Order: Claim ActionWorker Placement
King of Tokyo
Categories
DiceFantasyFightingScience Fiction
Mechanics
Dice RollingHot PotatoIncomeKill StealOpen DraftingPush Your LuckRe-rolling and LockingVariable Player Powers
Rating Comparison
Agricola8
King of Tokyo7.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Agricola or King of Tokyo?
Agricola has a rating of 8, while King of Tokyo has 7.1. Agricola is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Agricola or King of Tokyo?
Agricola costs approximately $55 and King of Tokyo costs approximately $30. King of Tokyo is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Agricola or King of Tokyo?
Agricola supports 1-4 players and King of Tokyo supports 2-6 players. King of Tokyo supports more players.
Is Agricola or King of Tokyo more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Agricola has a complexity weight of 3.63 and King of Tokyo has 1.56. Agricola is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Agricola or King of Tokyo?
Agricola takes about 120 minutes to play, while King of Tokyo takes about 30 minutes. King of Tokyo is the quicker game.