Everdell vs Viticulture
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

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 | Everdell | Viticulture |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 30 ✓ | 38 |
| Rating | 8 ✓ | 7.9 |
| Year Published | 2018 | 2013 ✓ |
| Price | 55 | 45 ✓ |
| Min Players | 1 | 1 |
| Max Players | 4 | 6 ✓ |
| Play Time (min) | 80 ✓ | 90 |
| Min Age | 10 ✓ | 13 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 2.86 ✓ | 2.82 |
Everdell wins in 5 categories, Viticulture 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)
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
Everdell
Categories
AnimalsCard GameFantasyTerritory Building
Mechanics
Action PointsCard DraftingHand ManagementIncomeOpen DraftingSet CollectionTableau BuildingWorker Placement
Viticulture
Categories
EconomicFarmingTerritory Building
Mechanics
Action DraftingDeck, Bag, and Pool BuildingHand ManagementIncomeSet CollectionTurn Order: Claim ActionWorker Placement
Rating Comparison
Everdell8
Viticulture7.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Everdell or Viticulture?
Everdell has a rating of 8, while Viticulture has 7.9. Everdell is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Everdell or Viticulture?
Everdell costs approximately $55 and Viticulture costs approximately $45. Viticulture is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Everdell or Viticulture?
Everdell supports 1-4 players and Viticulture supports 1-6 players. Viticulture supports more players.
Is Everdell or Viticulture more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Everdell has a complexity weight of 2.86 and Viticulture has 2.82. Everdell is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Everdell or Viticulture?
Everdell takes about 80 minutes to play, while Viticulture takes about 90 minutes. Everdell is the quicker game.