Agricola vs Viticulture
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.
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Viticulture
⭐ 7.9# 38💰 $45👤 1-6
Viticulture is a worker placement game where players run their own Italian vineyard. Players plant vines, harvest grapes, make wine, and fulfill orders. The game features a unique visitor card system that offers temporary bonuses. The Essential Edition streamlined the original and added new content.
EconomicFarmingTerritory Building
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Agricola | Viticulture |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 24 ✓ | 38 |
| Rating | 8 ✓ | 7.9 |
| Year Published | 2007 ✓ | 2013 |
| Price | 55 | 45 ✓ |
| Min Players | 1 | 1 |
| Max Players | 4 | 6 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 120 | 90 ✓ |
| Min Age | 12 ✓ | 13 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.63 ✓ | 2.82 |
Agricola wins in 5 categories, Viticulture wins in 3 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)
Viticulture — Time Estimates
1-Player Game60 min
Quick session with a smaller group
6-Player Game90 min
Full table experience
Learning Session105 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
Viticulture
Categories
EconomicFarmingTerritory Building
Mechanics
Action DraftingDeck, Bag, and Pool BuildingHand ManagementIncomeSet CollectionTurn Order: Claim ActionWorker Placement
Rating Comparison
Agricola8
Viticulture7.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Agricola or Viticulture?
Agricola has a rating of 8, while Viticulture has 7.9. Agricola is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Agricola or Viticulture?
Agricola costs approximately $55 and Viticulture costs approximately $45. Viticulture is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Agricola or Viticulture?
Agricola supports 1-4 players and Viticulture supports 1-6 players. Viticulture supports more players.
Is Agricola or Viticulture more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Agricola has a complexity weight of 3.63 and Viticulture has 2.82. Agricola is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Agricola or Viticulture?
Agricola takes about 120 minutes to play, while Viticulture takes about 90 minutes. Viticulture is the quicker game.