Azul vs Great Western Trail
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Azul
Azul is a beautiful tile-placement game where players decorate the walls of the Royal Palace of Dona Maria. Players take turns drafting colorful tiles from factories and placing them on their player boards. The game is elegant and simple to learn but offers deep strategic decisions about when to take tiles and how to complete patterns.
Great Western Trail
Great Western Trail puts players in the role of cattle ranchers driving their herd from Texas to Kansas City. Players manage their hand of cattle cards, hire staff, build buildings, and upgrade their train to transport cattle efficiently. The game features a unique multi-use card system and a dynamic rondel-style action selection.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Azul | Great Western Trail |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 76 | 14 ✓ |
| Rating | 7.7 | 8.3 ✓ |
| Year Published | 2017 | 2016 ✓ |
| Price | 30 ✓ | 65 |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 4 |
| Play Time (min) | 45 ✓ | 120 |
| Min Age | 8 ✓ | 12 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 1.77 | 3.68 ✓ |
Azul wins in 3 categories, Great Western Trail wins in 4 categories.