The Castles of Burgundy vs Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
Side by side comparison of two top board games
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
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
⭐ 7.5# 239💰 $55👤 2-5
Dead of Winter is a cooperative survival game set in a zombie apocalypse. Each player leads a colony of survivors, completing personal and group objectives. The Crossroads system triggers story events that change the game. A traitor mechanic adds suspicion and tension.
BluffingHorrorSurvivalZombies
Specification Comparison
| Spec | The Castles of Burgundy | Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 10 ✓ | 239 |
| Rating | 8.2 ✓ | 7.5 |
| Year Published | 2011 ✓ | 2014 |
| Price | 35 ✓ | 55 |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 5 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 90 ✓ | 120 |
| Min Age | 12 ✓ | 14 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.02 | 3.03 ✓ |
The Castles of Burgundy wins in 6 categories, Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game wins in 2 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)
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game — Time Estimates
2-Player Game60 min
Quick session with a smaller group
5-Player Game120 min
Full table experience
Learning Session120 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
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
Categories
BluffingHorrorSurvivalZombies
Mechanics
Cooperative PlayDice RollingHand ManagementHidden RolesRole PlayingScenario / Mission / Campaign GameTeam-Based GameTraitor GameVariable Player PowersVoting
Rating Comparison
The Castles of Burgundy8.2
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game7.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, The Castles of Burgundy or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
The Castles of Burgundy has a rating of 8.2, while Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game has 7.5. The Castles of Burgundy is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, The Castles of Burgundy or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
The Castles of Burgundy costs approximately $35 and Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game costs approximately $55. The Castles of Burgundy is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, The Castles of Burgundy or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
The Castles of Burgundy supports 2-4 players and Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game supports 2-5 players. Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game supports more players.
Is The Castles of Burgundy or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, The Castles of Burgundy has a complexity weight of 3.02 and Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game has 3.03. Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, The Castles of Burgundy or Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game?
The Castles of Burgundy takes about 90 minutes to play, while Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game takes about 120 minutes. The Castles of Burgundy is the quicker game.