Dominion vs The Quacks of Quedlinburg

Side by side comparison of two top board games

Dominion

Dominion

⭐ 7.6# 102💰 $40👤 2-4

Dominion is the game that created the deck-building genre. Players start with a small deck of cards and use them to buy more powerful cards, gradually building an efficient engine. Each game uses a different set of 10 kingdom cards from the available pool, creating nearly infinite variety. The goal is to have the most victory points when the game ends.

Card GameMedieval
The Quacks of Quedlinburg

The Quacks of Quedlinburg

⭐ 7.7# 67💰 $35👤 2-4

The Quacks of Quedlinburg is a push-your-luck game where players brew potions by drawing ingredients from their bags. Each ingredient has different effects, and players must decide when to stop drawing before their potion explodes. The game features variable player powers and a unique bag-building mechanism.

FantasyMedievalPuzzle

Specification Comparison

SpecDominionThe Quacks of Quedlinburg
BGG Rank10267 ✓
Rating7.67.7 ✓
Year Published2008 ✓2018
Price4035 ✓
Min Players22
Max Players44
Play Time (min)30 ✓45
Min Age1310 ✓
Complexity (1-5)2.35 ✓1.96

Dominion wins in 3 categories, The Quacks of Quedlinburg wins in 4 categories.

Dominion — Time Estimates

2-Player Game30 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game30 min
Full table experience
Learning Session60 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)

The Quacks of Quedlinburg — Time Estimates

2-Player Game45 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game45 min
Full table experience
Learning Session75 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)

Category & Mechanic Comparison

Dominion

Categories
Card GameMedieval
Mechanics
Deck ConstructionDeck, Bag, and Pool BuildingHand ManagementOpen Drafting

The Quacks of Quedlinburg

Categories
FantasyMedievalPuzzle
Mechanics
Deck, Bag, and Pool BuildingDice RollingOpen DraftingPush Your LuckVariable Player Powers

Rating Comparison

Dominion7.6
The Quacks of Quedlinburg7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Which game has a higher rating, Dominion or The Quacks of Quedlinburg?
Dominion has a rating of 7.6, while The Quacks of Quedlinburg has 7.7. The Quacks of Quedlinburg is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Dominion or The Quacks of Quedlinburg?
Dominion costs approximately $40 and The Quacks of Quedlinburg costs approximately $35. The Quacks of Quedlinburg is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Dominion or The Quacks of Quedlinburg?
Dominion supports 2-4 players and The Quacks of Quedlinburg supports 2-4 players. The Quacks of Quedlinburg supports more players.
Is Dominion or The Quacks of Quedlinburg more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Dominion has a complexity weight of 2.35 and The Quacks of Quedlinburg has 1.96. Dominion is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Dominion or The Quacks of Quedlinburg?
Dominion takes about 30 minutes to play, while The Quacks of Quedlinburg takes about 45 minutes. Dominion is the quicker game.

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