Brass: Birmingham vs Puerto Rico
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Brass: Birmingham
Brass: Birmingham is an economic strategy game sequel to Martin Wallace's Brass. It tells the story of competing entrepreneurs in Birmingham during the industrial revolution. Players must build networks of canals and railways, develop industries, and trade goods. The game features a unique economic system where players can use each other's networks and resources.
Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is a classic strategy game where players take on the roles of plantation owners in colonial Puerto Rico. Players grow crops, construct buildings, and ship goods back to Europe. The game features a unique role-selection mechanic where each turn, players choose roles that benefit both themselves and others, creating deep strategic decisions.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Brass: Birmingham | Puerto Rico |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 3 ✓ | 8 |
| Rating | 8.6 ✓ | 8 |
| Year Published | 2018 | 2002 ✓ |
| Price | 65 | 40 ✓ |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 5 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 120 | 120 |
| Min Age | 14 | 12 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.85 ✓ | 3.27 |
Brass: Birmingham wins in 3 categories, Puerto Rico wins in 4 categories.