Blood Rage vs Patchwork
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Blood Rage
⭐ 7.8# 53💰 $65👤 2-4
Blood Rage is a Viking-themed strategy game where players control their Viking clans to gain glory before Ragnarok destroys the world. Players draft cards, invade territories, and upgrade their clans. The game features a unique mechanism where even losing battles can bring rewards.
FightingMythologyTerritory Building
Patchwork
⭐ 7.6# 131💰 $25👤 2-2
Patchwork is a two-player abstract game about creating a quilt. Players take turns acquiring fabric patches and placing them on their personal boards. The game is simple but strategic, requiring careful resource management and spatial planning. Each patch costs buttons (currency) and time, creating a tight puzzle.
Abstract StrategyPuzzle
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Blood Rage | Patchwork |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 53 ✓ | 131 |
| Rating | 7.8 ✓ | 7.6 |
| Year Published | 2015 | 2014 ✓ |
| Price | 65 | 25 ✓ |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 ✓ | 2 |
| Play Time (min) | 90 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Age | 13 | 8 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 2.93 ✓ | 1.64 |
Blood Rage wins in 4 categories, Patchwork wins in 4 categories.
Blood Rage — Time Estimates
2-Player Game60 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game90 min
Full table experience
Learning Session105 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Patchwork — Time Estimates
2-Player Game15 min
Quick session with a smaller group
2-Player Game30 min
Full table experience
Learning Session53 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Category & Mechanic Comparison
Blood Rage
Categories
FightingMythologyTerritory Building
Mechanics
Area Majority / InfluenceCard DraftingDice RollingHand ManagementOpen DraftingVariable Player Powers
Patchwork
Categories
Abstract StrategyPuzzle
Mechanics
Grid MovementIncomePattern BuildingTile PlacementTurn Order: Time Track
Rating Comparison
Blood Rage7.8
Patchwork7.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Blood Rage or Patchwork?
Blood Rage has a rating of 7.8, while Patchwork has 7.6. Blood Rage is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Blood Rage or Patchwork?
Blood Rage costs approximately $65 and Patchwork costs approximately $25. Patchwork is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Blood Rage or Patchwork?
Blood Rage supports 2-4 players and Patchwork supports 2-2 players. Blood Rage supports more players.
Is Blood Rage or Patchwork more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Blood Rage has a complexity weight of 2.93 and Patchwork has 1.64. Blood Rage is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Blood Rage or Patchwork?
Blood Rage takes about 90 minutes to play, while Patchwork takes about 30 minutes. Patchwork is the quicker game.