The Castles of Burgundy vs Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure

Side by side comparison of two top board games

The Castles of Burgundy

The Castles of Burgundy

⭐ 8.2# 10💰 $35👤 2-4

The Castles of Burgundy is a tile-based strategy game set in medieval France. Players take on the roles of princes and princesses building their own estates by acquiring and placing tiles representing different types of buildings, farms, and waterways. The game is known for its deep strategy using dice as action points.

EconomicMedievalTerritory Building
Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure

Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure

⭐ 7.7# 63💰 $50👤 2-4

Clank! combines deck-building with dungeon crawling. Players explore a dragon's lair, collecting treasures and artifacts while trying not to make too much noise (clank!). The game features a unique push-your-luck element where careless players attract the dragon's attention and risk getting eaten.

AdventureFantasyScience Fiction

Specification Comparison

SpecThe Castles of BurgundyClank!: A Deck-Building Adventure
BGG Rank10 ✓63
Rating8.2 ✓7.7
Year Published2011 ✓2016
Price35 ✓50
Min Players22
Max Players44
Play Time (min)9060 ✓
Min Age1212
Complexity (1-5)3.02 ✓2.31

The Castles of Burgundy wins in 5 categories, Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure wins in 1 categories.

The Castles of Burgundy — 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)

Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure — Time Estimates

2-Player Game30 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game60 min
Full table experience
Learning Session75 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)

Category & Mechanic Comparison

The Castles of Burgundy

Categories
EconomicMedievalTerritory Building
Mechanics
Dice RollingDice as Action PointsHexagon GridIncomeOpen DraftingSet CollectionTile Placement

Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure

Categories
AdventureFantasyScience Fiction
Mechanics
Deck ConstructionDeck, Bag, and Pool BuildingDice RollingHand ManagementModular BoardPush Your Luck

Rating Comparison

The Castles of Burgundy8.2
Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Which game has a higher rating, The Castles of Burgundy or Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure?
The Castles of Burgundy has a rating of 8.2, while Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure has 7.7. The Castles of Burgundy is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, The Castles of Burgundy or Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure?
The Castles of Burgundy costs approximately $35 and Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure costs approximately $50. The Castles of Burgundy is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, The Castles of Burgundy or Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure?
The Castles of Burgundy supports 2-4 players and Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure supports 2-4 players. Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure supports more players.
Is The Castles of Burgundy or Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, The Castles of Burgundy has a complexity weight of 3.02 and Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure has 2.31. The Castles of Burgundy is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, The Castles of Burgundy or Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure?
The Castles of Burgundy takes about 90 minutes to play, while Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure takes about 60 minutes. Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure is the quicker game.

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