Everdell vs Splendor
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
Splendor
⭐ 7.5# 207💰 $35👤 2-4
Splendor is a fast-paced gem-collecting game where players take on the role of Renaissance merchants. Players collect gem tokens to purchase development cards, which provide permanent bonuses and prestige points. The game is easy to learn and plays quickly, making it an ideal gateway game for new board gamers.
Card GameEconomicRenaissance
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Everdell | Splendor |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 30 ✓ | 207 |
| Rating | 8 ✓ | 7.5 |
| Year Published | 2018 | 2014 ✓ |
| Price | 55 | 35 ✓ |
| Min Players | 1 ✓ | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 4 |
| Play Time (min) | 80 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Age | 10 | 10 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 2.86 ✓ | 1.79 |
Everdell wins in 4 categories, Splendor wins in 3 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)
Splendor — 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)
Category & Mechanic Comparison
Everdell
Categories
AnimalsCard GameFantasyTerritory Building
Mechanics
Action PointsCard DraftingHand ManagementIncomeOpen DraftingSet CollectionTableau BuildingWorker Placement
Splendor
Categories
Card GameEconomicRenaissance
Mechanics
Card DraftingEngine BuildingHand ManagementOpen DraftingSet Collection
Rating Comparison
Everdell8
Splendor7.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Everdell or Splendor?
Everdell has a rating of 8, while Splendor has 7.5. Everdell is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Everdell or Splendor?
Everdell costs approximately $55 and Splendor costs approximately $35. Splendor is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Everdell or Splendor?
Everdell supports 1-4 players and Splendor supports 2-4 players. Splendor supports more players.
Is Everdell or Splendor more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Everdell has a complexity weight of 2.86 and Splendor has 1.79. Everdell is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Everdell or Splendor?
Everdell takes about 80 minutes to play, while Splendor takes about 30 minutes. Splendor is the quicker game.