The Castles of Burgundy vs Patchwork

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
Patchwork

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

SpecThe Castles of BurgundyPatchwork
BGG Rank10 ✓131
Rating8.2 ✓7.6
Year Published2011 ✓2014
Price3525 ✓
Min Players22
Max Players4 ✓2
Play Time (min)9030 ✓
Min Age128 ✓
Complexity (1-5)3.02 ✓1.64

The Castles of Burgundy wins in 5 categories, Patchwork wins in 3 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)

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

The Castles of Burgundy

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

Patchwork

Categories
Abstract StrategyPuzzle
Mechanics
Grid MovementIncomePattern BuildingTile PlacementTurn Order: Time Track

Rating Comparison

The Castles of Burgundy8.2
Patchwork7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Which game has a higher rating, The Castles of Burgundy or Patchwork?
The Castles of Burgundy has a rating of 8.2, while Patchwork has 7.6. The Castles of Burgundy is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, The Castles of Burgundy or Patchwork?
The Castles of Burgundy costs approximately $35 and Patchwork costs approximately $25. Patchwork is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, The Castles of Burgundy or Patchwork?
The Castles of Burgundy supports 2-4 players and Patchwork supports 2-2 players. The Castles of Burgundy supports more players.
Is The Castles of Burgundy or Patchwork more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, The Castles of Burgundy has a complexity weight of 3.02 and Patchwork has 1.64. The Castles of Burgundy is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, The Castles of Burgundy or Patchwork?
The Castles of Burgundy takes about 90 minutes to play, while Patchwork takes about 30 minutes. Patchwork is the quicker game.

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