Everdell vs Patchwork
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Everdell
⭐ 8# 30💰 $55👤 1-4
Everdell is a worker placement and tableau-building game set in a whimsical forest world. Players lead a group of critters to build a city by gathering resources, constructing buildings, and welcoming new residents. The game features a dynamic worker placement system where the number of workers available increases over time.
AnimalsCard GameFantasyTerritory Building
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
| Spec | Everdell | Patchwork |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 30 ✓ | 131 |
| Rating | 8 ✓ | 7.6 |
| Year Published | 2018 | 2014 ✓ |
| Price | 55 | 25 ✓ |
| Min Players | 1 ✓ | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 ✓ | 2 |
| Play Time (min) | 80 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Age | 10 | 8 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 2.86 ✓ | 1.64 |
Everdell wins in 5 categories, Patchwork wins in 4 categories.
Everdell — Time Estimates
1-Player Game40 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game80 min
Full table experience
Learning Session90 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
Everdell
Categories
AnimalsCard GameFantasyTerritory Building
Mechanics
Action PointsCard DraftingHand ManagementIncomeOpen DraftingSet CollectionTableau BuildingWorker Placement
Patchwork
Categories
Abstract StrategyPuzzle
Mechanics
Grid MovementIncomePattern BuildingTile PlacementTurn Order: Time Track
Rating Comparison
Everdell8
Patchwork7.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Everdell or Patchwork?
Everdell has a rating of 8, while Patchwork has 7.6. Everdell is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Everdell or Patchwork?
Everdell costs approximately $55 and Patchwork costs approximately $25. Patchwork is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Everdell or Patchwork?
Everdell supports 1-4 players and Patchwork supports 2-2 players. Everdell supports more players.
Is Everdell or Patchwork more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Everdell has a complexity weight of 2.86 and Patchwork has 1.64. Everdell is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Everdell or Patchwork?
Everdell takes about 80 minutes to play, while Patchwork takes about 30 minutes. Patchwork is the quicker game.