The Castles of Burgundy vs Viticulture
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
Viticulture
⭐ 7.9# 38💰 $45👤 1-6
Viticulture is a worker placement game where players run their own Italian vineyard. Players plant vines, harvest grapes, make wine, and fulfill orders. The game features a unique visitor card system that offers temporary bonuses. The Essential Edition streamlined the original and added new content.
EconomicFarmingTerritory Building
Specification Comparison
| Spec | The Castles of Burgundy | Viticulture |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 10 ✓ | 38 |
| Rating | 8.2 ✓ | 7.9 |
| Year Published | 2011 ✓ | 2013 |
| Price | 35 ✓ | 45 |
| Min Players | 2 | 1 ✓ |
| Max Players | 4 | 6 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 90 | 90 |
| Min Age | 12 ✓ | 13 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.02 ✓ | 2.82 |
The Castles of Burgundy wins in 6 categories, Viticulture 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)
Viticulture — Time Estimates
1-Player Game60 min
Quick session with a smaller group
6-Player Game90 min
Full table experience
Learning Session105 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
Viticulture
Categories
EconomicFarmingTerritory Building
Mechanics
Action DraftingDeck, Bag, and Pool BuildingHand ManagementIncomeSet CollectionTurn Order: Claim ActionWorker Placement
Rating Comparison
The Castles of Burgundy8.2
Viticulture7.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, The Castles of Burgundy or Viticulture?
The Castles of Burgundy has a rating of 8.2, while Viticulture has 7.9. The Castles of Burgundy is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, The Castles of Burgundy or Viticulture?
The Castles of Burgundy costs approximately $35 and Viticulture costs approximately $45. The Castles of Burgundy is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, The Castles of Burgundy or Viticulture?
The Castles of Burgundy supports 2-4 players and Viticulture supports 1-6 players. Viticulture supports more players.
Is The Castles of Burgundy or Viticulture more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, The Castles of Burgundy has a complexity weight of 3.02 and Viticulture has 2.82. The Castles of Burgundy is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, The Castles of Burgundy or Viticulture?
The Castles of Burgundy takes about 90 minutes to play, while Viticulture takes about 90 minutes. Viticulture is the quicker game.